Three Bulgarians are accused of spying for Russia over surveillance of a US base where the Ukrainian military trained. The group also planned to spy on investigative journalists and organize provocations.
In eastern Uganda, there was a large-scale landslide caused by heavy rains. 15 people were killed, more than 100 were missing, and 40 households were completely buried underground.
US intelligence considers a nuclear attack by russia unlikely, despite putin's threats. Biden changed his position on granting permission for strikes on the territory of the russian federation due to North Korea's entry into the war.
A US court rejected rapper Diddy's request for заставу 50 million bail. He will remain in a Brooklyn prison until trial on May 5, 2025, due to the risk of pressure on witnesses and evidence of violence.
President Zelensky reported on the most active military operations in the Donetsk directions, especially in the Kurakhovo area.
Donald Trump has appointed retired General Keith Kellogg as his special representative for Ukraine and Russia. Kellogg presented a plan to end the war, which includes freezing the front lines and negotiations.
International partners have criticized Trump's plans to impose high tariffs on imported goods. Countries warn of threats to economic stability and the possibility of a trade war.
The Australian Senate has approved a bill banning social networks for children under 16. Age verification will be carried out using biometric data or state identification, without providing Passport data to platforms.
The terrorist country launched a ballistic missile with fictitious warheads on the Dnieper river, causing minor damage. putin called it a warning to the West after allowing strikes on russian territory.
Russian troops captured almost 235 square kilometers of Ukrainian territory over the past week, which was a record in 2024. In November, the invaders occupied about 600-667 square kilometers of territory.
Gold prices dropped by 3. 4% to $2619.66 per ounce due to the appointment of Scott Bessent as US Treasury Secretary. The drop was also affected by reports of a possible truce between Israel and Hezbollah.
Satellite images revealed the expansion of the “February 11th factory” in the DPRK, where KN-23 missiles are produced. These missiles are used by Russian troops in Ukraine, although both countries deny the transfer of weapons.
Oil prices have stabilized after a 6% rise last week due to tensions between the West, Russia and Iran. Brent is trading at $74.91, WTI at $70.89 per barrel.
Yamandu Orsi won the presidential election in Uruguay with almost 50% of the vote. This means the country's return to center-left leadership after five years of right-wing conservative rule.
Ukraine lost control of 576 square kilometers of territory in the Kursk region of Russia after the August invasion. Russia plans to increase the number of troops in Ukraine to 690,000.
Donald Trump has nominated investor Scott Bessent for the post of US Treasury Secretary. Bessent is the head of the Key Square Group hedge fund and a recognized expert in geopolitics and economics.
The United States warns that Chinese hackers are preparing for a potential conflict over the compromise of critical infrastructure. The US Cyber Command takes offensive and defensive measures against China's cyber operations.
Oil prices posted their biggest weekly rise in two months due to the escalating conflict in Ukraine. Brent reached $74.14 per barrel and WTI reached $70.07 amid rising geopolitical tensions.
In Krasnotorka, 1 person died and 2 were wounded as a result of 6 hostile strikes. Over the past day, Russia launched 2132 attacks in Donetsk region, damaging 36 civilian objects.
russia launched missile attacks on three of DTEK's five thermal power plants, one of which is still out of service. The attack raised serious concerns about the stability of Ukraine's energy system in the winter.
The Australian government has introduced a bill to ban social media for people under 16. Violators face fines of up to USD 32 million and the introduction of biometric verification.
Putin's spokesman denied the possibility of freezing the conflict in Ukraine, despite his willingness to discuss it with Trump. Putin demands that Ukraine abandon NATO and is not ready for territorial concessions.
According to DeepState, enemy troops occupied the village of Nova Illinka and reached new positions near Dalne, Antonivka and Pustynka.
Naomi Arimoto from Japan collects plastic waste on the beach and uses it to decorate nails in her salon. The nail technician seeks to draw attention to the problem of pollution through a creative approach to manicure.
Donald Trump has appointed 27-year-old Caroline Leavitt as the new White House press secretary. She broke Ron Ziegler's record, becoming the youngest person to hold this position in US history.
Three Russian refineries cut back or stop production due to significant financial losses. The losses are caused by export restrictions, high raw material prices and lending rates.
The EU foreign policy chief has reported evidence of Chinese arms supplies to Russia for the war against Ukraine. The EU is considering imposing sanctions against Chinese companies, including asset freezes and entry bans.
At the France-Israel soccer match, fans booed the Israeli anthem. The game was held under heavy security due to recent clashes in Amsterdam, and Macron and Barnier were present at the stadium.
The global cryptocurrency market set a new record of $3. 2 trillion after the US presidential election. Bitcoin has reached $93,480, and other cryptocurrencies are also showing growth.
Donald Trump has nominated Republican Congressman Matt Goetz for the post of Attorney General. The appointment requires confirmation by the Senate, where Republicans hold a majority.
