US Elections
MapQuest kept the name Lake Ontario despite Trump's executive order. After that, 80,000 people downloaded the app, and its usage grew 50-fold.
Due to the acute shortage of "air-to-air" missiles, Ukrainian F-16s sometimes rely solely on guns. Weapons supplies are being rationed.
The EU approved €6. 1 billion in defense funding for Ukraine, including air defense. Member states also promised additional resources, but provided no details.
Donald Trump plans to actively campaign for Republicans in the fall. He also dismissed the need for a deal with Iran in the protracted conflict.
Trump posted an AI-generated clip showing armed geese patrolling Lake Ontario, which he renamed. Canada and New York rejected the new name.
NBC News reported on Pete Hegseth's possible presidential ambitions. The secretary called the reports false and denied plans to run.
The President of the United States denied that the CIA director was preparing a warning to Moscow. He also stated that Russia would not attack NATO.
The US is not currently planning new strikes on Iran, focusing instead on sanctions and a naval blockade. A military response has not been ruled out in the event of an attack by Tehran.
The court lifted the block on key provisions of Trump’s executive order but did not declare them lawful. The states fear chaos ahead of the November 3 election.
Only 31% of Americans support the war with Iran, while Trump's approval rating has remained at a record-low 33%. 83% expect a prolonged conflict.
Zelenskyy said that Ukraine’s defense industry needs to scale up the production of drones and long-range systems. The President called for creating protection against Russian ballistic missiles.
Trump asked South Carolina voters to support Darline Graham in the primary. She is running against Ralph Norman.
Trump seeks to resume dialogue with Kim Jong Un and may meet with him in China in November. There is no official planning yet.
The Russian dictator set a task for 2026 at a secret briefing: the breakup of NATO and the EU from within. Moldova plays a key role in this, where Moscow is interfering in the elections.
President Zelenskyy has still not found a candidate for the position of Ukraine's ambassador to the United States due to the difficulty of working with the Trump administration. Potential candidates, including Deputy Prime Minister Svyrydenko, are declining the position.
Karoline Leavitt will leave her position as White House press secretary at the end of August. Among the candidates to replace her are Anna Kelly, Sage Steele, Jason Miller and others.
The United States has minted the first batch of commemorative gold coins featuring President Donald Trump, dedicated to the 250th anniversary of independence. The coin is made of 24-karat gold, with Trump depicted on the obverse and a bald eagle on the reverse.
U. S. President Donald Trump said he would like to run for a third term, but the law prohibits it. He noted that everyone is asking him to do so, but the 22nd Amendment to the Constitution limits presidents to two terms.
Polls show that Democrats have nearly caught up with Republicans on national security issues and are ahead of them on the economy. This happened because of Trump’s actions, including the war with Iran and tariffs.
The US has returned intelligence sharing with Ukraine to its previous high level, increasing the effectiveness of strikes against Russia. Senators confirmed the improvement in cooperation, while the White House emphasized its desire to end the war.
U. S. President Donald Trump harshly criticized Canada during a speech in Las Vegas, calling it «disgusting» because of trade barriers. He also touched on talks with Iran, a possible increase in oil prices, and announced a «Big Healthcare Plan».
In Hawaii, 40-year-old Ukrainian-born Kyrylo Basin, who is running for the U. S. House of Representatives as a Democrat, was arrested after a knife altercation on the beach. He was charged with threats of physical harm, and the court set bail at $1 million.
U. S. President Donald Trump criticized Chevron and called on all oil companies to lower fuel prices for consumers. Prices rose after the U.S. attack on Iran, increasing pressure on Trump ahead of the elections.
US prosecutors have closed the case against Olympian David Hearn, who was accused of damaging the Reflecting Pool. It turned out that the damage was caused by improper installation under the supervision of the Department of the Interior.
The sanctions bill against Russia, backed by the late Senator Graham, could grant Trump tariff powers, raising concerns among Democrats and Republicans. It faces challenges in the House of Representatives, where some lawmakers want to postpone it until the elections.
U. S. President Donald Trump threatened to temporarily withdraw the nomination of acting Attorney General Todd Blanche due to a demand from Senators Cornyn and Tillis to provide guarantees regarding a $1.8 billion fund.
U. S. President Donald Trump has filed a petition with the Supreme Court to reinstate a lawsuit against Hillary Clinton and others over allegations of conspiracy. The appeals court previously dismissed the case, calling the lawsuit frivolous.
Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner have agreed to visit Kyiv for the first time as part of efforts to end the war. The talks mark a sharp shift in relations previously marked by tension.
President Zelenskyy stated that the best way to honor Senator Graham's memory is to achieve what he fought for, including support for Ukraine. He is convinced that the US and Trump have the tools to prevent Russia from prolonging the war.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will meet with US President Donald Trump at the White House. The meeting will focus on the war with Iran and other regional issues.