Donald Trump announced the possibility of imposing secondary sanctions against Russia for its support of Iran and the war in Ukraine. He also mentioned possible restrictions on Iran.
Donald Trump has expressed interest in traveling to Turkey for potential peace talks. According to him, Putin would like him to be present at these negotiations.
Donald Trump stated that he does not know whether Vladimir Putin will be present at negotiations regarding the war in Ukraine in Turkey. Trump is considering visiting Turkey to participate in the negotiations.
Donald Trump met with Ahmed al-Sharaa, urging him to make a deal with Israel and help deport radicals. Trump plans to lift sanctions on Syria.
Brent crude futures fell by 0. 5%, WTI also fell by 0.5%. The reason was traders' expectations of a potential jump in oil inventories in the US.
A coalition of 20 state attorneys general have filed lawsuits over the Trump administration's threats to withhold funds if states do not agree to immigration enforcement measures.
Iran has put forward the idea of creating an international nuclear consortium with the participation of Arab countries and US investments. This proposal is an alternative to the US demand to completely curtail the nuclear program.
Reconstructing the plane for Trump involves installing top-secret systems and will take years. Experts believe that the project may not be completed by the end of his term.
Bitcoin is an indicator of the financial and political situation. A fintech expert explained why crypto has grown.
Saudi Arabia has promised the United States hundreds of billions of dollars in defense and technology investments. Trump welcomed the investment and said it would create millions of jobs.
Robert De Niro condemned Trump for cutting arts funding and imposing tariffs on films produced outside the United States. The Cannes Film Festival honored Ukraine with screenings of films about the war.
NATO negotiators aim to reach 5% of GDP on defense by 2032 to soften Trump's demands. Ministers will discuss this in Antalya amid efforts to end the war in Ukraine.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced a possible meeting with the new Pope Leo XIV as early as this Sunday, May 18. The meeting will depend on the situation at the front.
Brazilian President Lula da Silva will personally appeal to Putin with a request to meet with Zelenskyy in Turkey. Zelenskyy is also ready for negotiations in Ankara or Istanbul.
The US State Department believes that negotiations between Ukraine and Russia in Istanbul could bring the parties closer to a ceasefire and the establishment of lasting peace. The meeting could be decisive.
The Trump administration is considering a deal that would allow the UAE to import 500,000 Nvidia chips annually until 2027. G42 may receive computing power equivalent to 1-1.5 million H100 chips.
The meeting in Turkey should lead to a ceasefire, otherwise russia is not ready for diplomacy, Zelenskyy said. The only way to force russia to peace is sanctions.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy may travel to the enthronement of Pope Leo XIV on May 18. According to Yermak, Rome is a wonderful place to meet with foreign leaders.
Andriy Yermak confirmed Zelenskyy's readiness for negotiations in Turkey. Trump's statement about possible presence is an important signal for the Russian Federation.
Donald Trump announced his intention to remove all US economic restrictions against Syria after discussions with the Prince of Saudi Arabia and the President of Turkey. The leader of Syria has proposed a mineral resources agreement.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio will participate in negotiations on the war in Ukraine, which will take place in Turkey on May 15. This was announced by Donald Trump during an investment forum.
Ahead of Donald Trump’s visit to Riyadh, Saudi Arabia prepared an unusual surprise – a mobile McDonald’s near the Royal Court. This was done to accompany the visit.
US Special Representative Keith Kellogg announced his hope for Putin's participation in peace talks in Istanbul. The Trump team has prepared a list of key topics for discussion.
Russia has lost access to the important mineral tantalum for weapons production due to sanctions. Now it is forced to look for workarounds, but the quality is worse.
Washington does not predict the announcement of Moscow's plans to participate in the negotiations until Thursday. The US hopes for a 30-day ceasefire, which is supported by Kyiv and Europeans.
Zelenskyy announced his readiness to meet with Putin in Turkey to discuss a ceasefire. Ukraine is waiting for confirmation of Putin's participation and the possible joining of Trump to the negotiations.
Russian dictator Vladimir Putin spoke insultingly about the leaders of countries that support sanctions against Russia. He stated that they are making things worse for themselves, but they still act that way.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that he has repeatedly emphasized to Donald Trump that Putin is not interested in ending the war. The US, Ukraine and the EU have put forward 22 conditions for a ceasefire.
Japanese automaker Nissan has announced the reduction of 11,000 jobs and the closure of 7 plants due to weak sales and the breakdown of a merger with Honda. Layoffs will reach 20,000 in a year.
The European Union is discussing how to avoid Hungary blocking negotiations on Ukraine's accession. Brussels is looking for ways to circumvent the veto needed to open and conclude negotiations.