The Vatican announced that Pope Francis has approved a three-year reform process, including issues of women's ministry and LGBTQ. This confirms his intentions to remain Pope, despite health problems.
A training fighter crashed in the south of Hainan province. The pilot managed to eject, there were no casualties on the spot, Reuters reports.
The Trump administration is not abandoning its plan for mass layoffs and budget cuts. Despite acknowledging mistakes, the White House promises to fight court decisions regarding the reinstatement of those dismissed.
The US has designated South Korea as a "sensitive" country. Seoul has expressed concern and is in talks with Washington.
Several Russian military aircraft approached the air defense zone of South Korea on the east coast. Despite this, the country's airspace was not violated.
Thousands of protesters gathered in the center of Belgrade. They demand the publication of documents and the punishment of those responsible for the corruption that led to the tragedy in Novi Sad.
A citizen of the Russian Federation is accused of the death of a sailor as a result of the collision of Solong with the tanker Stena Immaculate. Investigation continues, the ships are still at sea.
The United States has appealed to European countries to increase exports of eggs due to shortages and high prices. The reason is avian influenza, which has destroyed millions of laying hens.
Russian companies are using cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin and USDT to circumvent sanctions in foreign oil trade with China and India. Cryptocurrency helps convert yuan and rupees into rubles.
The US State Department will appoint Anne Wu as interim charge d'affaires in Beijing until the Senate confirms David Perdue as ambassador. This comes amid strained relations between the US and China.
Albanian authorities have blocked TikTok for 12 months to protect young people after the death of a 14-year-old boy. The decision has sparked criticism over restrictions on freedom of speech and possible censorship.
High-ranking officials from Iran, Russia and China gathered in Beijing to discuss Tehran's nuclear program. China expressed hope that the meeting would contribute to the resumption of diplomatic efforts.
The South Korean government is calling on citizens to remain calm ahead of the Constitutional Court's expected verdict on the president's impeachment. Authorities have mobilized significant security forces in downtown Seoul.
SpaceX is preparing to launch a rocket with four astronauts to the ISS. The launch, originally scheduled for Wednesday, has been postponed to Saturday due to technical problems at the launch site.
The head of the Center for Countering Disinformation of the National Security and Defense Council reacted to Putin's statements about his readiness for a truce, emphasizing that Russia will always accuse Ukraine of violations and make strange demands.
Russia is asking companies to suggest which sanctions need to be lifted before negotiations with the US. The most painful restrictions are those that impede cross-border payments.
G7 foreign ministers are meeting in Canada amid disagreements between US allies and Trump over foreign policy and tariffs. They will discuss Ukraine and the Russian shadow fleet.
SpaceX canceled the launch due to a problem on the launch pad. Astronauts Wilmore and Williams were delayed at the ISS due to technical problems with the Boeing Starliner.
A Reuters/Ipsos poll showed that 57% of Americans consider Trump's actions in the economy too unpredictable, especially regarding import tariffs. 70% expect prices to rise.
Ukraine can import up to 4 billion cubic meters of gas from the United States through terminals in Germany, Greece, Lithuania and Poland. This will strengthen the partnership with Washington and deter Russian attacks.
The US hopes to receive a positive response from Russia. The negotiations in Saudi Arabia concerned possible negotiations and talks about territorial concessions.
In 2024, Spotify paid the music industry a record $10 billion, which is 10 times more than in 2014. The company also reported its first annual profit and an increase in users to 675 million.
Peskov said that the Kremlin is studying the results of the meeting between Ukraine and the United States in Jeddah. They do not rule out a telephone conversation at the highest level if the need arises.
Maxar Technologies is restoring access to commercial satellite imagery for Ukrainian users under the Global Enhanced GEOINT Delivery program. The restrictions have been lifted.
Putin is likely to reject the US proposal for a 30-day ceasefire, insisting on taking into account the "progress" of the Russian Federation. Any agreement must take into account Russia's positions on the battlefield.
According to Reuters, demilitarization is among the few demands of Russia that Trump has not pressured Ukraine on. Europe supports this state of affairs.
Republicans passed a bill to prevent a government shutdown and fund federal agencies through September. Bipartisan support from the Senate is needed for final passage.
Steve Witkoff, the special representative of the US president, plans to visit Moscow. According to Reuters, a meeting with Putin is expected, although NBC News has not confirmed this information.
Brent and WTI oil prices have decreased by 0. 4-0.5% due to trade wars and increased OPEC+ production. The US is exploring the possibility of easing sanctions on the Russian energy sector in exchange for ending the war.
Tropical cyclone "Alfred" reached the east coast of Australia with wind speeds of 80 km/h. The city of Gold Coast was the hardest hit, with over 112 thousand people left without electricity.
