Hamas will not participate in negotiations with Israel until the humanitarian situation in the Gaza Strip improves. The US and Israel have formed a new agreement regarding negotiations.
US President Donald Trump has maintained a basic tariff rate of 10% for countries with a positive trade balance. For 40 countries with a trade deficit with the US, a minimum tariff of 15% has been set, and for Canada, the tariff has increased to 35%.
Two US senators have introduced a bill to allocate $54. 6 billion in aid to Ukraine for two years. The aid includes weapons, replenishment of US stockpiles, and funding from confiscated Russian assets.
Indian state-owned oil refining companies have suspended the purchase of Russian oil due to reduced discounts and warnings from the US president. The companies have turned to the spot market, preferring Middle Eastern and African grades.
US President's special envoy Steve Witkoff will visit the Russian Federation after a visit to the Middle East. Previously, he met with Putin on April 25, 2025.
US President Donald Trump confirmed the imposition of sanctions against the Russian Federation after a 10-day period, expressing doubt about their effectiveness. He noted that he regrets the losses of Russians, but the US should not be involved in the war.
The US Senate Appropriations Committee approved the 2026 defense spending bill, which provides for the allocation of approximately $1 billion to support Ukraine. This funding is included despite its absence from the Donald Trump administration's budget request.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio reported on a phone conversation with high-ranking Russian officials regarding peace in Ukraine. No progress was made, the US is ready for new sanctions.
The US administration will send official notifications by midnight to all countries without a current trade agreement or prior letters regarding tariffs. This concerns trade terms, a White House spokeswoman said.
The US expects the war in Ukraine to end by August 8. This information was confirmed by the leading US diplomat at the UN Security Council.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that confiscated Russian assets should be used for the needs of peace. He emphasized the necessity of blocking Russia's war machine and its arms industry.
Ukraine will face a significant increase in its funding deficit next year due to intense Russian attacks and failure to meet foreign creditors' reform demands. The country needs between $39 billion and $58 billion in external financing for next year alone.
US President Donald Trump stated that strained relations with Putin and Netanyahu prevent him from receiving the Nobel Peace Prize. He is disappointed by the actions of both leaders regarding the continuation of wars in Ukraine and the Middle East.
European luxury car manufacturers, including Porsche and Aston Martin, are raising prices in the US due to tariffs. This comes after the US and Europe reached a trade agreement on a 15% tariff on cars from the EU.
Dmytro Medvedev responded to Donald Trump's words about "dangerous territory" and the "dead economies" of India and Russia. He ridiculed the US president and hinted at nuclear war.
Donald Trump reacted to Dmitry Medvedev's threats of war with the US, urging him to watch his words. Trump also commented on US relations with India and Russia.
Oil prices stabilized as investors assessed the risk of supply shortages amid Trump's push for a resolution to the war in Ukraine. An unexpected increase in US oil inventories is putting pressure on prices.
The Trump administration urges US government agencies to update regulatory approaches to cryptocurrencies. This is intended to ensure their full integration into the national economy, making the US a global leader in digital assets.
The US Federal Reserve kept the key interest rate at 4. 25-4.5%, ignoring President Trump's calls. The decision was made amid uncertainty caused by import tariffs.
Donald Trump announced a trade agreement with South Korea, which provides for 15% tariffs on imported goods. South Korea will invest $350 billion and purchase $100 billion worth of LNG.
President Trump will meet with a South Korean trade delegation to negotiate a tariff deal. South Korea is seeking to lower a 25% tariff set to take effect on August 1.
The daughter of US Special Representative for Ukraine Kurt Kellogg, Megan Mobbs, commented on the massive attack on Kyiv. She believes that this is Putin's response to Trump's deadline and a test of America's resolve.
The US has imposed sanctions on more than 50 individuals and vessels linked to Iran's shipping network. The network transports oil from Iran and Russia, generating billions of dollars in revenue.
Former US Vice President Kamala Harris will not run for governor of California next year. She stated that her career will not be related to an elected position in the near future.
Two US Republican senators have proposed the Peace Act bill to create a special fund. It will allow allies to finance the supply of American weapons to Ukraine.
FBI Director Kash Patel found thousands of classified documents related to the investigation of Trump's ties to Russia in "burn bags. " Among them is a classified appendix to John Durham's report, which indicates a possible coordinated plan to ignite a dispute.
US President Donald Trump signed a decree introducing additional 40% tariffs on Brazil, bringing the total tariff amount to 50%. This is due to the policy of the Brazilian government, which poses a threat to US national security.
Oil prices rose after Donald Trump's statement about introducing measures against Russia and tariff threats to countries trading Russian oil. Brent futures rose to $72.09, and WTI to $69.97.
Donald Trump plans to introduce import duties for countries that buy Russian oil. This will be a new tool to pressure Moscow, which is circumventing sanctions.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy approved the basic principles of agreements with the USA regarding weapons, which will strengthen both countries. He emphasized that sanctions and pressure on Russia are important to force it to peace.
