Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi refutes Trump's statements about resuming nuclear talks after the bombings. Iran also denies UN inspectors access to bombed nuclear facilities and suspends cooperation with the IAEA.
Oil prices are heading for their sharpest weekly decline since March 2023 due to the absence of supply disruptions caused by the Iranian-Israeli conflict. Brent and WTI futures have fallen by about 12% this week, returning to "pre-conflict" levels.
The leading Canadian University of Toronto offers refuge to Harvard master's and doctoral students whose visas will be revoked by the US. This will allow students to continue their studies with the help of faculty from both universities.
President of France Macron stated the effectiveness of American strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities such as Natanz, Isfahan, and Fordow. He also emphasized President Trump's active position on a ceasefire in Gaza.
The European Commission is ready to sign a trade agreement with the US but is considering the option of failure. Von der Leyen has received updated proposals on tariffs and promises to defend EU interests.
The US administration intends to limit the exchange of classified intelligence with Congress due to the leak of a preliminary assessment of damages from the strikes on Iran. This decision followed the publication of data on the temporary suspension of Iran's nuclear program.
The US has officially signed a trade agreement with China. President Donald Trump also announced plans to conclude a similar agreement with India.
White House spokeswoman Karoline Leavitt said that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is interested in visiting the White House, and Donald Trump is open to it. According to Israeli media, the visit could take place in July.
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt declined to answer questions about additional missiles for the Patriot air defense system for Ukraine. She stated that she would allow President Trump to comment on the issue, citing a personal conversation between him and President Zelenskyy.
EU leaders are discussing two options: concluding a quick trade agreement or a tough response to Trump's threats of 50% tariffs on all goods from the EU. A decision must be made by July 9, when the “grace” period expires.
Donald Trump stated that Iran did not remove nuclear materials before the US strikes, as it would have been too difficult and dangerous. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth confirmed the destruction of Iran's nuclear facilities and criticized the media.
U. S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has extended extraordinary measures to avoid exceeding the statutory debt limit. The Treasury will no longer be able to meet all of its obligations without congressional action to raise or suspend the debt limit by mid-to-late summer.
Iran's stockpiles of highly enriched uranium remained undamaged after US strikes on nuclear facilities, as 408 kilograms of uranium were distributed elsewhere. This casts doubt on US President Donald Trump's claims of "destroying" Iran's nuclear program.
The Axiom 4 commercial mission successfully launched to the ISS, delivering astronauts from India, Poland and Hungary. This is the first time representatives from these countries have been sent into space in decades, highlighting their financial participation in the project.
Donald Trump has proposed changes to the US defense budget for 2026, totaling $892. 6 billion, focusing on high-tech missiles and drones. This includes a pay raise for service members, but a reduction in the purchase of ships and fighter jets.
The Ukrainian defense industry is receiving investments, but Kyiv has confirmed that it is ready to buy weapons from the United States. The President's Office also noted that the time will come when the aggression of autocracies will be broken, and international law will become stronger.
Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei said his country delivered a "strong slap" to the United States and "defeated" Israel.
Turkish President Erdogan stated that he is in constant dialogue with Ukraine and Russia to organize a third round of negotiations. Turkey strives for a just and lasting peace, prioritizing diplomacy.
Donald Trump is ready to visit the negotiations between Ukraine and Russia in Turkey. His participation depends on the presence of Vladimir Putin at these negotiations.
IDF announces Israeli military has set back Iranian nuclear program by years. New satellite images from Maxar Technologies confirm extensive damage to Iranian nuclear facilities in Natanz, Fordow and Isfahan.
Trump Mobile has removed claims that its smartphones are manufactured in the US, a week after launch. Experts discovered that the phone is identical to the Chinese model, Ulefone Power Armor 18T.
During the NATO summit, Donald Trump stated that Russia would never attack the Alliance while he is president. NATO leaders noted Trump's efforts to increase defense spending.
Steve Witkoff, the US President's special representative, expressed hope that the ceasefire between Israel and Iran could be an example for resolving the conflict between Russia and Ukraine. He also noted that Iran's nuclear program was almost completely destroyed after US strikes.
The NATO Summit in The Hague concluded with most Alliance countries agreeing to increase defense spending to 5%. Ukraine participated as an honored guest.
US President Donald Trump announced upcoming talks with Iran regarding its abandonment of nuclear ambitions following a successful operation to destroy the nuclear program. This comes after successful bombings that he says have set back Iran's nuclear program by decades, despite differing assessments from US intelligence.
The United States has imposed sanctions on three Mexican financial companies: CIBanco, Intercam Banco, and Vector Casa de Bolsa, suspecting them of laundering money for cartels and financing fentanyl trafficking from China.
Oil prices rose as a decline in US inventories signals strong demand. Investors are cautious about stability in the Middle East.
The Chief of the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Iran, Ali Shadmani, died from severe wounds sustained during the bombing of Iran by Israel. He held this position for several days and was one of the main advisors to the Supreme Leader of Iran, Ali Khamenei.
CIA Director John Ratcliffe stated that Iran's nuclear program has been seriously damaged due to targeted US strikes on Iranian infrastructure. According to him, key Iranian nuclear facilities have been destroyed and their restoration will take several years.
According to analysts, Russia is preparing for a future attack on NATO countries and is creating conditions to justify aggression against former Soviet Union states that are not members of the Alliance. The Kremlin is using the "protection of compatriots" and the concept of the "Russian world", which is a continuation of the rhetoric that preceded the invasion of Ukraine.