Deputy Head of the Presidential Office Ihor Zhovkva stated that Russia's night attack is Putin's response to international peace efforts. Ukraine wants the world not to remain silent.
The European car market showed its largest growth in 15 months, increasing sales by 5. 9% in July. The growth is driven by demand for hybrid and electric vehicles, while Tesla is losing market share.
Vice Prime Minister Taras Kachka visited Hungary to discuss Ukraine's path to the EU, the protection of national minority rights, and the security situation. He also visited Ukrainian schools in Budapest.
Ukraine has intensified attacks on Russian oil infrastructure, hitting key facilities. This has led to a reduction in Russian oil exports to key partners and a fuel shortage in the Russian Federation.
Head of the Presidential Office Andriy Yermak and Secretary of the National Security and Defense Council Rustem Umerov will hold talks with Donald Trump's team on August 29. Military, political, and economic components of security guarantees for Ukraine will be discussed.
The European Union is considering secondary sanctions to prevent third countries from helping Russia circumvent existing measures. The 19th sanctions package, focused on abductors of Ukrainian children, and an anti-circumvention tool are being discussed.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy appointed Olha Stefanishyna as the new Ambassador of Ukraine to the USA. She will replace Oksana Markarova, who represented Ukraine in Washington throughout the full-scale war.
Donald Trump's daughter, Tiffany Trump, congratulated her husband Michael Boulos on his 28th birthday. She posted on Instagram a photo from their 2022 wedding.
US President Donald Trump stated the necessity of indicting George Soros and his son under the RICO Act. The reason cited was their support for violent protests in the USA.
Special Envoy of US President Donald Trump, Steve Witkoff, will meet with the Ukrainian delegation in the US. Possible security guarantees for Ukraine and a future meeting between Zelenskyy and Putin will be discussed.
The average size of a mortgage for home purchase in the US reached $433,400, a two-month high. The total volume of mortgage applications decreased by 0.5%, while applications for home purchases increased by 2%.
The 50% tariffs on Indian goods introduced by Donald Trump could reduce India's exports by $37 billion, nullifying billions of dollars saved on Russian oil. This decision will have long-term consequences for India's economy and Prime Minister Modi's political standing.
Russian oil supplies decreased by 320,000 barrels per day in the week to August 24 due to infrastructure damage and the doubling of US tariffs on Indian goods. Export volumes to India have fallen by more than 500,000 barrels per day in the last two months.
The European Commission rejects Donald Trump's accusations of discrimination against American technologies within the framework of the EU's digital services rules. The Digital Markets Act and Digital Services Act apply to all companies without exception.
China considers Trump's calls to include the country in negotiations with Russia on nuclear disarmament unreasonable. Beijing adheres to a self-defense strategy and maintains its nuclear potential at a minimally necessary level.
After a call from Donald Trump, Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban reduced his resistance to Ukraine's accession to the European Union. Diplomats hope for a breakthrough on Ukraine's accession in the coming months.
The European Union aims to abolish all tariffs on US industrial goods by the end of the week. This is President Trump's demand for a reduction in US tariffs on European car exports.
Pop singer Taylor Swift and American football star Travis Kelce are officially engaged. The news sparked an emotional explosion among fans and congratulations from celebrities, including Gordon Ramsay and Donald Trump.
Donald Trump imposed high tariffs on Indian goods due to the country's purchase of Russian oil and weapons. India plans to lower taxes to mitigate the economic impact.
Spot gold prices fell by 0. 5% to $3375.06 per ounce. This comes amid a rising dollar and concerns about the independence of the US central bank after Trump's threat.
Alexander Stubb stated the necessity of striking the Russian war machine. He believes that Russia will try to advance in Ukraine before winter.
Roberta Metsola expressed hope for an end to the war in Ukraine, but called for readiness for new sanctions against Russia. She emphasized that Ukraine's security is Europe's security.
US President Donald Trump announced his intention to use economic sanctions to prevent a world war. He also noted that there would be no world war, but there could be an economic one, which would be bad for Russia.
The special envoy of the President of the United States of America, Steve Witkoff, stated that Putin expressed a desire to end the war against Ukraine. Witkoff believes that Putin's personal presence is needed for a peace agreement.
ExxonMobil is holding closed-door negotiations with Rosneft regarding the resumption of development of Sakhalin-1, subject to permission from the US and Russian governments. Negotiations intensified after Trump's inauguration, and the company received support from the US government.
US President Donald Trump announced the possibility of imposing sanctions and tariffs against Ukraine. This could happen if the conflict is not resolved, just as against Russia.
Donald Trump commented on Sergey Lavrov's statements regarding Volodymyr Zelenskyy's legitimacy. Trump called Lavrov's words "nonsense" and stated that they do not matter.
US President Donald Trump congratulated Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce on their engagement, despite previous criticism of the singer. Earlier, Trump publicly spoke out against Swift, who supported Kamala Harris's campaign.
The United States is ready to provide intelligence resources and battlefield oversight for any Western security plan for post-war Ukraine. The US will also participate in the country's European air defense shield.
Donald Trump's decision to dismiss Fed Governor Lisa Cook triggered a decline in the US bond market. Investors fear an undermining of trust in financial institutions and accelerating inflation.
