US President Donald Trump stated that he would ask Attorney General Pam Bondi to investigate Jeffrey Epstein's ties to his alleged political opponents. This came after the publication of Epstein's emails, which mentioned Trump, and criticism of Democrats.
The US has abandoned former President Biden's initiative, which was intended to oblige airlines to pay compensation for flight delays caused by carriers. The administration of Donald Trump explained this decision as an "unnecessary regulatory burden" for airlines.
Emirates airline intends to equip its fleet with Starlink satellite internet from SpaceX. This could be the biggest victory for Elon Musk's service in the aviation industry.
Zelenskyy met with Oksana Markarova, the former Ambassador of Ukraine to the USA. They discussed potential areas of cooperation after the end of her diplomatic term, particularly regarding the reconstruction of the state.
The Trump administration is preparing to deport Ukrainians by issuing final orders for their return to their homeland. The first to be deported could be 41-year-old Roman Surovtsev, and in total, about 80 people are involved.
The total market value of cryptocurrencies is declining, and Bitcoin has fallen to less than $96,000. Exchange-traded funds investing in Bitcoin have experienced outflows of $870 million.
Billie Eilish criticized Elon Musk for accumulating wealth, claiming that he could have spent his money on philanthropic goals. The singer shared an infographic stating that Musk could end world hunger and rebuild Gaza.
The European Commission has supported a new agreement between Greece and the American ExxonMobil on the exploration of offshore gas fields. This decision is intended to help Europe abandon Russian gas.
The U. S. Coast Guard said it was tracking a Russian military vessel spotted 15 nautical miles south of Oahu, Hawaii. An HC-130 Hercules aircraft and the cutter William Hart flew over and passed near the Russian intelligence ship Karelia.
The White House announced new trade agreements with four South and Central American countries. This could lead to a reduction in tariffs on imports of certain types of coffee, bananas, and beef from Argentina.
US President Donald Trump plans to attend the annual World Economic Forum in Davos, which could signal a warming of relations between the US and Switzerland. This visit will give the Swiss government a chance to reset relations with the White House amid trade disputes.
US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth announced the launch of an operation called "Southern Spear" against drug cartels. The mission will take place under the leadership of the eponymous Joint Task Force and US Southern Command.
The British company BBC has apologized to Donald Trump for an edited episode from the documentary Panorama, which created a false impression regarding his speech. The corporation also stated that it would no longer show the program, but rejected Trump's demands for $1 billion in compensation.
Senior US officials have presented Trump with military options for Venezuela, including ground strikes. A final decision has not yet been made, but Trump had previously threatened a ground operation.
The decision to return Mikheil Saakashvili to prison from the clinic is intended to influence the US, which has imposed sanctions against billionaire Bidzina Ivanishvili. The head of Saakashvili's party considers this a desperate attempt by Ivanishvili to attract the attention of the West.
Russian invaders have deployed the command and use of mortar artillery in Pokrovsk. Units of the 7th Corps of the Airborne Assault Forces are working to destroy these positions.
US Treasurer Brandon Beach minted the last five one-cent coins, ending 232 years of penny production. This decision was made due to rising production costs and changing consumer habits.
Chinese President Xi Jinping will not participate in the G20 summit, which will be held in November in Johannesburg; he will be represented by Premier Li Qiang. This decision means that the event will take place without the leaders of the US, China, and Russia.
The childhood home of US President Donald Trump in Queens has been put up for sale for $2. 3 million. Developer Tommy Lin bought it for $835,000 in March 2025 and carried out extensive renovations.
The US and Syria have formally agreed to jointly counter Islamist groups in the Middle East following the visit of self-proclaimed President Al-Sharaa to Washington. This meeting marked a decisive turning point in the modern history of the Middle East.
The European Union is developing a plan as part of the next stage of the trade agreement with the United States. Key aspects of the plan include: customs tariffs, investments in strategic areas, elimination of technical barriers, and the creation of economic security working groups.
Gold prices rose to a more than three-week high on expectations of an increase in US national debt and the release of economic data. Spot gold rose 0.9% to $4235.56 per ounce, while gold futures rose 0.6% to $4240.10 per ounce.
The defense of Pokrovsk and Myrnohrad in Donetsk region continues, Russian occupiers have no success in the offensive on Rivne. The spokesman for the Russian dictator and the Russian foreign minister are asking Trump to return to talks with Putin about peace.
Emails confirm Jeffrey Epstein's attempt, a month before Trump's meeting with Putin in 2018, to pass information about Trump to Russia's top diplomat. He also corresponded about the US president's political decisions.
Ukraine is ready for negotiations with the Russians for a truce that Trump seeks. Zelenskyy believes that Trump can push Putin to negotiations, as Russians respect the US and Trump.
French President Emmanuel Macron is considering inviting Chinese leader Xi Jinping to the G7 summit in 2026, a move that could be a bold diplomatic step. The idea has been discussed with some allies, and Macron may visit China in December.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that Russia aims to achieve victory in Pokrovsk and seize the entire Donetsk region. This is intended to convince US President Donald Trump that Ukraine should withdraw its troops from the entire eastern Donbas.
Donald Trump reacted to the Democrats' release of Jeffrey Epstein's letters, accusing them of spreading fabrications. He stated that Democrats are trying to distract from their failures, particularly the shutdown, which cost the country $1.5 trillion.
US President Donald Trump signed a bill on government funding, officially ending the longest government shutdown in the country's history. The document landed on the White House chief's desk after a vote in the House of Representatives.
The US House of Representatives voted to finally approve a bill to reopen the government. The decision was supported by 222 lawmakers, and now the document must be signed by President Donald Trump.
