Russia continues to attack Ukraine's energy infrastructure, showing contempt for the United States. Putin seeks to discredit Trump and increase investment in the war.
The European Union plans to impose fines on Apple and Meta for violating the Digital Markets Act. The fines may be smaller to avoid conflict with the United States.
Tesla can easily adapt to the new 25% car duties, as the company is less dependent on foreign components. Tesla shares rose as other automakers' shares fell.
Amid the leak of information about US plans to attack the Houthis in Signal, the number of app downloads increased by 28% worldwide. In the US and Yemen, downloads have also increased significantly.
South Korean companies are considering the possibility of resuming business in Russia after the end of the war in Ukraine and the lifting of sanctions, as Russia remains an important market.
Gold rose to an all-time high of $3,077 an ounce as investors worried about a trade war. Trump plans to impose tariffs on auto imports, fueling demand for safe assets.
Court obliges Trump administration to preserve messages in Signal after leak of information about strike on Houthis. Human rights activists demand investigation into possible violations.
The US has allocated funds to finance an initiative to document the abduction of Ukrainian children. This program had been suspended at the initiative of Trump.
The President of the russian federation announced his readiness to cooperate with the BRICS countries and North Korea to resolve the conflict in Ukraine.
The President of the russian federation stated that Trump sincerely wants to end the war. moscow supports a peaceful resolution, but insists on eliminating the "root causes" of the conflict.
In Paris, leaders discussed support for Ukraine, sanctions against Russia, and the creation of "deterrent forces. " Zelenskyy emphasized the importance of maintaining sanctions and the role of the United States in stopping the war.
Ministers from China, South Korea, and Japan will meet in Seoul to discuss economic cooperation. They will also discuss a response to trade pressure from the US.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that he had asked Donald Trump to provide Ukraine with security guarantees similar to NATO membership. He emphasized the importance of Ukraine's strong position in negotiations with the Russian Federation to achieve a just and lasting peace.
The President of Ukraine stated his readiness for negotiations with Russia in any format. However, he emphasized that Putin is not ready for direct negotiations.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated that an agreement with the United States on the cessation of attacks on energy facilities has been in effect since March 25. At the same time, Russia violated the agreement by shelling Kherson.
Ukraine does not consider UN or OSCE peacekeepers as security guarantees, but needs a military contingent of European partners in the sky, at sea and on land.
Keir Starmer stated that US support is needed to deter Russia. He added that a group of countries is coordinating efforts, and the coalition includes 200 planners from 30 countries.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that America plays an important role in stopping the war. It is necessary to work with the White House to strengthen the US position on Russia.
Keir Starmer emphasized the importance of putting pressure on the Russian Federation for negotiations and being ready to implement a peace agreement. He noted European leadership in supporting Ukraine.
The U. S. Department of Health and Human Services plans to cut 10,000 positions due to restructuring and program cancellations. This will reduce the staff from 82,000 to 62,000 employees.
The French President stated that Europe must be prepared for any development, even if the United States does not join in support. He emphasized the importance of Europe's ability to defend its own interests.
Trump will introduce 25% tariffs on car imports, which will hit European manufacturers. Porsche and Mercedes may lose billions of euros in profits due to the new US duties.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that Trump's attempts to establish good relations with Russia have failed. Easing sanctions against Russia will be seen by Putin as weakness.
According to a KMIS survey, almost 80% of Ukrainians oppose holding elections without a peace agreement and the end of the war. Support for elections is related to trust in the President.
Greece will agree to participate in a peacekeeping mission in Ukraine only on the condition of a ceasefire, no deployment on the territory of the Russian Federation, and the presence of a clear exit strategy.
French President Emmanuel Macron spoke with Donald Trump ahead of the summit of Ukraine's allies. The summit brought together about thirty EU and NATO countries.
Zelenskyy stated that Ukraine needs financial guarantees from Europeans, including the use of frozen Russian assets to equip the army. Kyiv also needs air defense, and if the US refuses, it will look for an alternative in Europe.
SWIFT will not be able to connect Russian banks until the EU changes sanctions legislation.
Former Intel chief believes that the $100 billion promised to TSMC will not restore chip production in the US without research and development. All TSMC's research and development work is carried out in Taiwan.
US National Security Adviser Mike Waltz and White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles made their Venmo accounts with contact names publicly available. This allowed anyone to view them.