The US Congress has passed the first federal law regulating stablecoins, paving the way for wider adoption of this technology. The bill establishes federal oversight for dollar-pegged tokens and could accelerate digital payments.
China's rare earth exports in June 2025 reached 7,742. 2 tons, up 60.3% from June 2024. Export value rose to 170 million yuan, an increase of 30.8% compared to the previous month.
China's Ministry of State Security accused foreign intelligence services of fraudulently exporting strategically important rare earth metals. Attempts to smuggle them through postal shipments and disguise the materials in other goods have been detected.
US President Donald Trump has instructed the Attorney General to seek the declassification of Epstein's grand jury testimony. This decision was made under pressure from supporters who insist on transparency in the financier's case.
Donald Trump accused The Wall Street Journal of fabricating a story about greeting Jeffrey Epstein 20 years ago and threatened to sue. The WSJ claims that Trump sent Epstein a letter for his 50th birthday in 2003, which contained a drawing of a naked woman.
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer does not rule out London's participation in Germany and the US's talks on arms procurement for Ukraine. Discussions are at an early stage between London, Washington, and European countries.
Donald Trump underwent an examination that revealed chronic venous insufficiency. This condition is common among people over 70 years old.
White House spokeswoman Caroline Leavitt said Russia would face high tariffs and secondary sanctions if there was no ceasefire in Ukraine within 50 days. Countries buying Russian oil will also be sanctioned.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz stated that the delivery of Patriot systems to Ukraine is being discussed, but will take days or weeks. The US has also revised the Patriot supply schedule to accelerate support for Ukraine.
The US is considering selling Patriot air defense systems from its own stocks to Ukraine. This is happening as part of Donald Trump's new plan, under which European allies will purchase American weapons for Kyiv.
A meeting of the Verkhovna Rada will take place in July to deepen cooperation with the USA, which will concern pressure on the Russian Federation. President Zelenskyy is discussing a defense agreement with Donald Trump, which provides for the purchase of Ukrainian drones by the USA and American weapons by Kyiv.
President Zelenskyy stated that Donald Trump realized Putin's lies about his intentions to end the war. This became a disappointment for Trump, who now sees that everything was the opposite.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is discussing a breakthrough defense deal with Donald Trump. The US could acquire Ukrainian drones, tested in war, in exchange for Kyiv's purchase of American weapons.
Head of the Presidential Office Andriy Yermak stated that China is deepening its support for Russia by sending mercenaries to Ukraine, some of whom have already been captured. He called on Chinese leader Xi Jinping to meet with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
Head of the President's Office Andriy Yermak stated that Donald Trump could end the war in Ukraine by the end of 2025. This is possible by imposing secondary sanctions against countries that buy Russian fuel, such as China and India.
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz have signed a new treaty providing for mutual assistance in the event of armed attack and joint development of the Deep Precision Strike missile system. The agreement also covers cooperation in trade, transport, and migration, deepening ties after Brexit.
Russian troops are preparing for an intensified summer offensive, concentrating 160,000 personnel near the front line. They have made little progress, improving positions to cut off Ukrainian troops in Pokrovsk, Kostiantynivka, and Kupyansk.
Jaguar Land Rover is cutting 500 jobs in the UK due to falling sales and the trade war with the US. The layoffs will be part of a voluntary program and will primarily affect management.
The US Senate has approved a $9 billion cut in federal spending, including funding for public broadcasting and foreign aid. The bill, which now moves to the House of Representatives, has a minor impact on the national debt but could have serious consequences for the programs being cut.
The Commander of NATO's Allied Joint Force Command Europe, General Alexus Grinkevich, announced preparations for the rapid transfer of additional Patriot air defense systems to Ukraine. He noted that he is working very closely with the Germans on this issue, despite Germany's previous statements about the lack of information regarding current supplies.
The European Commission has temporarily suspended its investigation into the social network X for violating digital transparency rules. This decision is related to trade negotiations between the EU and the US to avoid escalating tensions with Washington.
Iceland has sufficient public support to resume EU accession talks, despite trade disputes and US threats. 58% of Icelanders support resuming negotiations, and the foreign minister considers it vital.
Maureen Comey, the federal prosecutor who handled cases against Jeffrey Epstein, Ghislaine Maxwell, and Sean "Diddy" Combs, has been dismissed from the US Department of Justice. The reasons for her dismissal are unknown, but it occurred amid dissatisfaction from Trump and the Department of Justice.
The German Ministry of Defense has no information about current supplies of Patriot air defense systems to Ukraine, despite Donald Trump's statements. A meeting of partner states will take place on Monday to discuss additional supplies.
Gold prices fell by 0. 2% to $3340.79 per ounce due to a strengthening dollar and easing market tensions. This occurred after Donald Trump's statement about the "highly unlikely" dismissal of Fed Chairman Jerome Powell.
Latvian Foreign Minister Baiba Braže urged Donald Trump to impose secondary sanctions against Russia sooner than in 50 days. She emphasized that delaying gives Putin time to continue military aggression against Ukraine.
Russia uses traditional narratives and nuclear threats to distance the US from Ukraine and NATO. The Kremlin has updated its nuclear doctrine to include a clause on aggression by a non-nuclear state supported by a nuclear one.
After 177 days of Donald Trump's presidency, 55% of Americans disapprove of his performance, while 41% approve. The rating fell after the signing of the tax relief and social program cuts bill.
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz will sign an agreement on mutual assistance in the event of an armed attack. The document also provides for the joint development of a missile system and measures to mitigate the consequences of Brexit.
President Zelenskyy announced the US's interest in purchasing Ukrainian drones. Ukraine, in turn, seeks to acquire American weaponry, including Patriot systems, to create an "air shield."
