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The Trump administration has imposed temporary restrictions on the return of Americans from Congo due to the Ebola outbreak. US citizens must spend 21 days in a third country before departure.
79% of Americans believe the war with Iran will last a long time, while 37% supported resuming strikes. The Reuters/Ipsos poll showed that 60% predict an increase in fuel prices due to the conflict.
Global gold prices dropped below $4000 per ounce amid the escalation of the conflict around the Strait of Hormuz. Investors are also awaiting signals from the new Fed chair regarding interest rates.
Trump proposed a 20% compensation for cargo through the strait, which could amount to $30 million for a supertanker. Iran considers the rate excessive but agrees with the principle of payment.
Global oil prices rose by more than 9% due to US plans to reinstate a naval blockade of Iran. Analysts link this to fears of supply disruptions through the Strait of Hormuz.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated that Iran cannot impose fees for the passage of vessels through the Strait of Hormuz, as it is an international waterway. The Gulf countries also do not support such payments.
US President Donald Trump will deliver a national address on Thursday evening. According to media reports, the speech may concern intelligence documents about interference in the 2020 election.
US President Donald Trump supported a bipartisan sanctions package against Russia, initiated by the late Senator Lindsey Graham. The package provides for high tariffs on imports from countries that buy Russian oil, uranium, and gas.
U. S. President Donald Trump officially notified Congress of the defensive strikes against targets in Iran on July 7. This reignites the debate over the president's authority to wage war without congressional approval.
US President Donald Trump recommended that the Governor of South Carolina appoint Senator Lindsey Graham's sister to his seat after his death. The senator died of sudden cardiac arrest after returning from Kyiv.
U. S. President Donald Trump announced the reinstatement of the blockade of Iranian vessels in the Strait of Hormuz. He stated that the U.S. will charge 20% of the cargo value from commercial vessels of other countries.
U. S. President Donald Trump announced plans to launch new strikes against Iran over violations of the agreement. He also declared that the U.S. would become the guardians of the Strait of Hormuz and expects payment for this.
Guido Crosetto proposes expanding European defense beyond the EU to include the United Kingdom, Norway, Turkey, and Ukraine. He also emphasized the need to strengthen cybersecurity and create a center for combating hybrid warfare.
American Senator Lindsey Graham was actively working on normalizing relations between Saudi Arabia and Israel and on new sanctions against Russia before his death.
Iran launched missile and drone strikes on US military facilities in Qatar and Kuwait. The escalation calls into question the ceasefire between the US and Iran.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated the existence of a "window of opportunity" for achieving a just peace. He emphasized that Ukraine has become stronger on the battlefield and in the air.
Political scientist Oleh Lisnyi stated that the NATO summit in Ankara became one of the most successful for Ukraine, despite concerns about Trump's position. He noted the constructive rhetoric of the US president and practical decisions, in particular regarding the license for Patriot.
The US President stated that his priority is to stop the war in Ukraine and save lives. He also expressed his belief that after the end of the conflict, Ukraine has significant potential for development.
Pete Hegseth canceled a planned visit to Israel, where he was to meet with Netanyahu. The cancellation came amid US strikes on Iran and Iranian attacks on tankers.
The President of Turkey expressed support for Trump's peace vision for Ukraine. Ankara will continue military and diplomatic assistance to Kyiv.
U. S. President Donald Trump stated that the ceasefire agreement with Iran is no longer in effect due to Tehran's attacks. He called further negotiations a waste of time.
On July 7-8, the 36th NATO summit is taking place in Ankara, where defense, investments, and support for Ukraine will be discussed. A fixation of annual funding for Ukraine at 70 billion euros is expected.
UEFA called FIFA's decision to suspend Folari Balogun's disqualification a crossing of the red lines of football integrity. The decision was made after a call from US President Trump to FIFA President Infantino.
General Ahmad Vahidi, who had not appeared in public since February 8, was spotted at the farewell ceremony for the late Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei. He is considered a key player in shaping Iran's hardline stance in negotiations regarding the war with the US.
According to the financial report, the US President received nearly $800 million from the crypto project World Liberty Financial and $635 million from the sale of memecoins. This became his largest source of income.
French President Emmanuel Macron stated that the US for the first time recorded in the G7 text support for Ukraine's territorial integrity, military and energy assistance, as well as sanctions against Russia.
A new Pew Research Center survey of 42,000 respondents in 36 countries found that only 23% trust Donald Trump's leadership. The reliability of the US as a partner has also sharply declined, particularly in Sweden — from 83% to 31%.
The Iranian delegation at the negotiations in Switzerland protested against verbal threats from US President Donald Trump. Trump threatened to take control of the Strait of Hormuz if no agreement is reached.
US intelligence agencies have warned the Trump administration that Netanyahu is likely to undermine efforts toward a deal with Iran through military actions in Lebanon. The political survival of the Israeli prime minister is tied to escalation against Hezbollah.
US President Donald Trump stated plans to visit Turkey and China in 2026. He also reported that Chinese leader Xi Jinping will come to the US in September.