Former US President Joe Biden used a pen to sign pardons and commutations from December 2024 to January 2025. The White House has launched an investigation and will review over a million such documents.
Oil prices rose on Wednesday on expectations of sustained summer demand in the US and China. Brent and WTI futures rose, reversing a two-day decline.
US President Donald Trump said that the first Patriot air defense systems are already being shipped to European allies. According to him, the US will receive full reimbursement for the cost of weapons from the EU or NATO countries.
Chief Rabbi of Ukraine Moshe Azman presented special representative Kit Kellogg with a gift for US President Donald Trump. The gift was a painting of the US Declaration of Independence with Trump's portrait.
The Trump administration decided to end the deployment of some National Guard units in Los Angeles, involved in containing protests. About 4,000 servicemen and 700 marines guarded federal buildings and immigration agents.
American Senator Lindsey Graham reacted to Donald Trump's ultimatum regarding the war in Ukraine, warning Putin against ignoring the 50-day deadline. In case of disobedience, Russia faces duties of up to 100% on oil for countries supporting its war machine, which resembles tough US measures against Iran.
The bill on a new package of sanctions against Russia is gaining wide support in the US House of Representatives, with the number of co-sponsors reaching 88. The chairman of the House Armed Services Committee, Mike Rogers, has joined the initiative, strengthening the document's position.
Head of the Presidential Office Andriy Yermak and special representative of US President Donald Trump, Keith Kellogg, held a meeting. They discussed the supply of weapons to Ukraine, sanctions against the Russian Federation, and the principle of peace through strength.
US President Donald Trump stated that he would not send long-range weapons to Ukraine. This came after his threat to Russia with high tariffs and the resumption of American arms supplies.
US President Donald Trump believes that 50 days to impose sanctions against Russia over the war in Ukraine is not too long. He previously announced strict tariffs if there is no ceasefire agreement with Ukraine during this period.
Minister of Foreign Affairs Andriy Sybiha and US Presidential Special Representative Keith Kellogg discussed expanding Ukrainian-American cooperation in the defense sector.
Donald Trump stated that Volodymyr Zelensky should not strike Moscow, even if the US provides Ukraine with long-range weapons. He emphasized that he does not take any side, but seeks to stop the death of thousands of people.
Czech Prime Minister Petr Fiala stated that his country will not participate in the project to purchase American weapons for Ukraine through NATO, announced by Donald Trump. The Czech Republic is focusing on its own ammunition initiative.
Donald Trump did not confirm his intention to meet with the Russian dictator and did not express unequivocal support for Ukraine. He stated that he is "on the side of humanity" and seeks to "end the bloodshed."
Swedish Defense Minister Pål Jonson confirmed the country's participation in new plans for supplying weapons to Ukraine. This decision was made after Donald Trump's statement about providing Ukraine with Patriot systems through NATO.
Russian President Vladimir Putin intends to continue the war in Ukraine, ignoring Donald Trump's threats of sanctions.
US President Donald Trump stated that the original FIFA Club World Cup trophy is kept in the Oval Office of the White House. Chelsea, the tournament winner, will receive a replica of the trophy.
The advisor to the Office of the President of Ukraine stated that the Russian dictator seeks murder and destruction, therefore military coercion is the only way to return the world to normalcy.
European NATO allies and Canada will take on the main role in financing American weapons for Ukraine. This will include air defense systems, ammunition, and other equipment.
American rapper Azealia Banks accused Conor McGregor of sexual harassment, publishing screenshots of alleged intimate photos and threats. In the UK, such actions are considered a criminal offense.
Chinese leader Xi Jinping pledged to strengthen support for Russia in multilateral forums after meeting with the Russian Foreign Minister. This happened after US threats to impose tariffs on Moscow's trading partners.
The Kremlin considers US President Donald Trump's statements about sanctions against Russia "very serious. " Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov stated that Moscow is ready to negotiate with Kyiv, but will continue the "special military operation" if there is no response.
The US administration combines pressure and diplomacy to force Putin into negotiations and end the war, setting a new 50-day deadline. Serhiy Leshchenko, advisor to the Office of the President, expressed surprise at the length of the term, as it should be shortening, not lengthening.
Global sales of electric vehicles and plug-in hybrids increased by 24% in June, reaching 1. 8 million units. Sales in China and Europe showed significant growth, while the US recorded a 1% decline.
Despite initial resilience to US tariffs, China's economy is showing a slowdown in growth. A drop in new housing prices and a slowdown in retail sales have been recorded, indicating the impact of the prolonged crisis in the real estate market.
Donald Trump, in a private conversation with Volodymyr Zelenskyy on July 4, asked if the Ukrainian Armed Forces could strike Moscow and St. Petersburg if the US provided appropriate weapons. Zelenskyy answered in the affirmative, and Trump supported the idea to force Russia into negotiations.
President Zelenskyy reshuffled the government, proposing Yulia Svyrydenko for the position of Prime Minister and Denys Shmyhal as Minister of Defense. This occurred simultaneously with Trump's announcement of a new arms sales program to Ukraine.
Three European Union countries oppose lowering prices for Russian oil as part of the 18th package of sanctions. Danish Foreign Minister Lars Løkke Rasmussen stated the lack of consensus, without naming specific countries.
China plans to purchase 140 million barrels of oil for its strategic reserves by the first quarter of 2026, as long as prices remain below $80 per barrel. This will ensure a high level of imports and soft commercial demand.
Nvidia plans to resume sales of H20 AI chips in mainland China, having received assurances from the US government regarding licensing. Chinese companies, including ByteDance and Tencent, are already placing orders for these chips.