United States Congress
The US President is ready to apply sanctions against Russia if he deems it necessary. The US Senate will start promoting a bill on sanctions against the Russian Federation this week.
The Trump administration plans to put a state reserve of 1 million barrels of diesel fuel on the market. The reserve has never been used as intended, and the sale will bring in $100 million.
Senator Blumenthal announced the possibility of the US introducing tariffs of 500% for countries buying Russian oil, including India and China. This will be the Senate's response to the continuation of energy trade with Russia.
The administration of US President Donald Trump intends to create a Remigration Office to deport unassimilated foreigners. This step has provoked criticism and accusations of supporting a policy of ethnic cleansing.
A Bloomberg analyst stated that without US assistance, Ukraine is unlikely to emerge from the war as a fully-fledged state. He called on the US Congress to take more active steps and strengthen sanctions against Russia.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz announced the preparation of the 18th package of sanctions against Russia. He noted close coordination with the US government and Congress.
Kyiv is waiting for Moscow's proposals for a ceasefire and will share its own. Ukraine hopes that the negotiations will move off the ground in the near future.
Russia has lost over 10,000 pieces of equipment, 250 aircraft, and 700,000 soldiers, but Putin is determined to win. He demands neutrality and the partition of Ukraine, despite the losses.
Donald Trump hosted a closed event for 220 crypto investors who bought his memecoin. This has raised concerns about potential corruption and using his position for enrichment.
House passes Trump tax cut bill. The bill would extend 2017 tax breaks and create new ones, but could increase the deficit.
Poland wants to purchase 788 PAC-2 GEM-T missiles for Patriot systems. The maximum order value can reach 5.8 billion dollars.
A bipartisan US sanctions bill against Russia is already supported by more than 80 members of the Senate. It provides for strict restrictions against the Russian Federation in case of refusal to make peace with Ukraine.
Pentagon provides Trump with options for developing "Golden Dome" - a missile shield system. The decision will determine space defense funding for years to come, which could cost up to $500 billion.
In 2024, overdose deaths in the US fell by 27%, reaching the lowest level since 2019. Experts warn that funding cuts could halt positive momentum.
Hollywood actor Sean Penn compared Trump to a jealous man capable of murder. He suggested that Trump might try to destroy the world if he doesn't achieve a third term.
President Trump plans to request $1. 01 trillion for national security in 2026. The budget includes increased military salaries and modernization of the nuclear arsenal.
The Trump administration has notified Congress of its intention to allow the export of defense products to Ukraine through direct commercial sales. This decision was made despite the suspension of military aid to Ukraine.
Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal announced that consultations on the ratification of the agreement with the USA on subsoil will begin in the Verkhovna Rada. After ratification, the agreement will enter into force.
Democrat Shri Thanedar accuses Trump of exceeding his authority, pressuring the media, and abusing power. He believes that Trump's actions are destroying democracy in the country.
Samuel Bayer, the famous music video director for Nirvana, visited Ukraine to film stories about the fight for freedom. He expressed his support for Ukraine and condemned terrorist acts against civilians.
China imposed sanctions against US Congress members, government officials, and NGO leaders for their "egregious behavior on issues related to Hong Kong". This was a response to US sanctions against Chinese and Hong Kong officials, which Beijing strongly condemns.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has announced the closure of the Global Engagement Center, which spent millions of dollars a year censoring Americans. The decision was prompted by allegations of suppressing freedom of speech.
Michael Beckerman, TikTok's head of public policy in the US, is moving to an advisory role. He defended the platform from regulatory pressure and concerns about ties to China.
The Trump administration plans to ask Congress to cut the budgets of the State Department and USAID to $28. 4 billion in 2026. The closure of American diplomatic missions is also being considered.
The American human rights organization Liberty Justice Center has filed a lawsuit demanding the abolition of Trump's tariffs. Five small businesses claim that the tariffs have caused them financial losses.
Democrats in the US House of Representatives have proposed a bill to fund Ukraine and impose sanctions on Russia. The document contains three sections: support, security and sanctions.
The Trump administration has proposed cutting NASA funding in 2026 by nearly half, to $3. 9 billion. A number of important initiatives will be terminated, including the return of soil from Mars.
Donald Trump has proposed that illegal immigrants working in the agricultural sector and the hotel and restaurant business be able to return to the United States legally. Employers must vouch for them.
Victoria Spartz stated that her words about territorial concessions to Ukraine were distorted. She emphasized that she made efforts to help Ukraine, but it is impossible to win with Zelensky.
The email system of the US Office of the Comptroller of the Currency has been hacked. Attackers gained unauthorized access to confidential information.