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April 1, 02:33 PM • 41900 viewsApril 1, 07:36 AM • 55538 viewsAfter the signing of the agreement between the United States and Ukraine, oil and gas projects will be implemented first. To start financing, the agreement must be ratified in the Verkhovna Rada and an investment fund created.
Georgia dropped 11 positions in the press freedom ranking due to the hostile environment for the media and attacks on journalists. Ukraine took 62nd place, and Russia – 171st, dropping by 9 lines.
The European Union intends to increase purchases of American goods by 50 billion euros to resolve trade differences. However, the EU will not agree to maintaining US tariffs as a fair solution.
The US is launching a large-scale reform of the armed forces, planning to equip each division with a thousand drones. The investment will amount to $36 billion over five years.
Global food prices rose to their highest level since March 2023 due to uncertainty about duties. Rising prices for grains, meat and dairy products also affected the index.
According to the ranking of the organization "Reporters Without Borders", global press freedom has deteriorated. Ukraine is ranked 62nd, between South Korea and Brazil.
Trump closed a loophole for duty-free parcels, leading to higher prices for Shein and Temu for American customers. This is due to the fight against smuggling and the protection of American business.
In the first months after Trump's return, Russian billionaires collectively became $15 billion richer. Usmanov earned the most, but some, like Lisin, on the contrary, suffered losses.
Oil prices edged up after China said it was open to negotiations with the US on tariffs. This has raised hopes of a de-escalation of the trade war between the two largest economies.
President Trump plans to request $1. 01 trillion for national security in 2026. The budget includes increased military salaries and modernization of the nuclear arsenal.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio became a national security advisor, head of USAID, and archivist. This happened after the dismissal of Mike Waltz, who was nominated by Trump as ambassador to the UN.
France and Poland will sign an agreement on cooperation in defense, energy, and economics on May 9. This is happening against the backdrop of the threat from Russia and changes in US policy.
Donald Trump has criticised the Democrats' impeachment initiative, calling their actions absurd. He accused them of not wanting to let the country recover.
The US will gain access to Ukrainian minerals, and Ukraine will gain a long-term partnership. The main question is whether there will be a real economic benefit for both countries.
Apple CEO stated that the company is assessing the impact of $900 million in tariffs. Most iPhones will be from India, and iPads, Macs, Apple Watches, and AirPods will be from Vietnam.
Jean-Noël Barrot stated that the EU is preparing a new package of sanctions against Russia. He emphasized that Putin is the only obstacle to peace in Ukraine.
Donald Trump believes that the United States made the largest contribution to the victory in World War II. He announced that he is renaming May 8 and November 11 in the United States as Victory Days.
On May 2, Lviv celebrates its 769th anniversary, Harry Potter fans celebrate his birthday, and wine lovers celebrate International Sauvignon Blanc Day. They also celebrate Baby Day and Tuna Day.
The US does not plan to lift existing sanctions against Russia, new ones may be introduced. Secretary of State Rubio stated the readiness of the US to continue to assist in peace negotiations between Ukraine and Russia.
US Vice President Vance called Mike Waltz's appointment as Ambassador to the UN a promotion. He denied Waltz's dismissal due to a leak of information.
The agreement between Ukraine and the United States on minerals is symbolic, but important for Trump. It lays the foundation for relations, although it does not guarantee US profits, and new presidents may revise it.
Donald Trump has stated that any country or individual that buys oil from Iran will not be able to do business with the United States. He called for the cessation of purchases of Iranian oil.
US President Donald Trump is not planning to fire Secretary of Defense Pete Heghset after the information leak scandal. Trump's opinion of Heghset differs sharply from his attitude towards Waltz.
Julia Davis, the US Ambassador to Cyprus, will head the diplomatic mission in Ukraine. The State Department emphasized her 30 years of experience in international diplomacy.
Trump nominated Mike Waltz as the US Ambassador to the UN. Marco Rubio, Secretary of State, will be the National Security Advisor.
Trump's Special Envoy Steve Witkoff has said he is not interested in the national security adviser position after Mike Waltz was fired. He responded to rumors that he is a leading candidate.
Ukraine and the United States have signed an equal agreement on economic partnership, which provides for investments in Ukraine and modernization of production. The agreement will be sent to the Verkhovna Rada for ratification.
Trump's national security advisor Mike Waltz and his deputy Alex Wong have been fired. Other staff dismissals are expected to be announced.
The U. S. is actively reaching out to China to discuss Trump's tariffs, hinting at possible negotiations. China has tacitly formed a list of American-made goods that will be exempt from tariffs.
Mike Voltz to leave the Trump administration, his job was in question after the leak incident. Steve Witkoff, a friend of Trump, is being considered as a replacement.
