BAE Systems and Polska Grupa Zbrojeniowa have entered into a strategic partnership to establish a new 155mm artillery ammunition production plant in Poland. This aims to address the shortage of shells in Ukraine and among Poland's NATO partners.
The British monarchy is preparing to demonstrate diplomatic charm during Donald Trump's visit to London. The government hopes that the royal family will help establish constructive relations with the American president.
On September 12, Brent crude futures fell to $65. 88 per barrel, and WTI to $61.86. The decline was caused by concerns about demand in the US and oversupply.
British Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper will arrive in Kyiv for her first foreign visit. She will meet with Zelenskyy and announce a £142 million aid package.
Lithuania's Foreign Minister stated that the incursion of Russian drones into NATO airspace could lead to escalation. This happened after Poland shot down Russian drones that crossed its border.
Brent and WTI oil prices fell amid rising crude oil and gasoline inventories in the US, which exacerbates the risks of oversupply. Weak demand and a slowing US economy are putting pressure on oil markets, despite geopolitical risks.
Prince Harry donated $500,000 to help children affected by military actions in Ukraine and the Gaza Strip. The funds will be directed to projects of WHO, Save the Children, and the Center for Blast Injury Research.
Protesters in France tried to "Block Everything," expressing dissatisfaction with Macron's policies and budget cuts. Almost 300 participants in the riots were detained, and police used tear gas.
In Nepal, the death toll from mass protests has risen: 25 dead, 633 injured. In Kathmandu, the aftermath of the riots is being dealt with, during which the parliament and other government buildings were burned.
The court in Luxembourg found the European Commission's methodology for supervisory fees under the Digital Services Act to be flawed. EU regulators have been given 12 months to correct the methodology.
The Polish Stock Exchange experienced a fall in most major indices after the night invasion of Russian drones. The WIG20 index fell by 2.5%, shares of over 60% of companies dropped, while defense companies showed growth.
Two German Patriot air defense systems, deployed in Poland, helped detect Russian drones over Polish territory. More than a dozen drones violated Polish airspace on the night of September 10.
56% of respondents disapprove of his activities, despite positive assessments of his fight against crime and immigration policy.
NATO does not consider the incident with a group of Russian drones over Poland an attack. This is the first time NATO aircraft have attacked potential threats in allied airspace.
France has assured Ukraine of continued military support, despite political instability and the need to appoint a new prime minister. The country's defense budget has been maintained, and President Macron has promised an additional 2 billion euros in aid.
Ford is recalling about 1. 5 million vehicles in the US due to issues with rearview cameras displaying distorted images. The recall affects 13 car models from 2015-2019, and dealers will replace the cameras free of charge.
Ukrainian UAV attacks on Russian oil refineries caused a gasoline shortage in Russia and increased crude oil exports. This led to an increase in global refining profitability, especially in the US.
Oil prices rose after OPEC+'s decision to increase production less significantly and rumors of new sanctions against Russia. Brent and WTI rose to $66.37 and $62.58 per barrel, respectively.
Over 1800 international film professionals, including famous actors and directors, have signed a pledge to cease cooperation with Israeli film institutions. They consider these organizations complicit in Israel's "abuse" of Palestinians.
In central Mexico, a freight train collided with a double-decker passenger bus, resulting in 10 deaths and 61 injuries. The accident occurred on a highway in the State of Mexico when the bus was moving on the railway tracks.
Israel attacked the outskirts of Homs, Latakia, and Palmyra. The Syrian Foreign Ministry condemned the strikes as a "flagrant violation" of sovereignty.
Experts note that new vessels are replacing those that have been blacklisted.
In Jerusalem, a shooting occurred targeting bus passengers, resulting in 15 people being wounded, five of them in critical condition. Two terrorists were neutralized.
On August 8, oil prices rose by more than 1% due to the threat of new sanctions against Russian exports. OPEC+ is increasing production slower than expected, supporting price growth.
Two-day parliamentary elections have started in Norway, where the left-wing bloc led by the Labour Party is competing with the right-wing bloc represented by the Conservative Party. The election results will affect the country's social welfare system and energy policy.
Germany plans to invest 10 billion euros in modernizing civil defense systems by 2029. The program includes installing new sirens, creating shelters, and training rescue services.
US President Donald Trump announced his readiness to impose a "second stage" of sanctions against Russia.
Users of Microsoft Azure cloud services are experiencing delays due to damage to several underwater fiber optic cables in the Red Sea. Traffic has been rerouted via alternative routes, but restoration will take time.
The US Court of Appeals rejected a request to block a ruling that prohibits the Trump administration from arbitrarily cutting foreign aid. Earlier, the court ordered the restoration of funding for programs worth $11 billion.
Reuters agency removed a video recording of a conversation between Putin and Xi Jinping about living up to 150 years. The reason was the withdrawal of permission to use the footage by China's state television.
