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Canada imposes a 25% duty on US goods worth CAD 155 billion. The restrictions will affect food, household appliances, and critical minerals.

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum announced the introduction of retaliatory duties on US goods in response to the 25% US tariff. The decision comes after Trump imposed restrictions on migration and drug trafficking.

President Zelenskyy warned of the danger of excluding Ukraine from the US-Russia war talks. He insists on a format involving the US, Ukraine, Russia and EU representatives.

Elon Musk's assistants have gained access to the US government payment system, which processes trillions of dollars in payments. This became possible after the Trump administration suspended a senior Treasury official.

The US President signed three executive orders imposing new tariffs on imports from Canada, Mexico and China. US importers will pay an additional 25% tax on goods from Canada and Mexico and 10% on Chinese goods.

The United States conducted airstrikes against Islamic State militants in Somalia on Trump's order. According to the president, terrorists hiding in caves and threatening the United States and its allies were destroyed.

The official USAID website stopped functioning on February 1, the reasons for the failure are unknown. This is happening against the backdrop of a possible transfer of the agency to the control of the US State Department.

Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu will visit Washington on February 4 to meet with Trump. The leaders will discuss the situation in Gaza, the hostage issue, and Iranian issues.

Trump announced an agreement with Venezuela to accept deportees and provide transportation. The agreement was reached after a meeting between the US special envoy and Maduro, despite the non-recognition of his presidency.

The United States wants Ukraine to hold presidential and parliamentary elections before the end of the year provided a ceasefire with Russia is reached, Trump's special envoy Kate Kellogg said.

Ilon Musk invested $288 million dollars in the election campaign of Trump and other Republicans. After his victory, the billionaire headed the new “Department of Government Efficiency” and increased his fortune.

Meta is in talks to re-register outside of Delaware, possibly in Texas. The company is also planning to relocate its trust and security staff from California to Texas as part of a content moderation review.

US President Donald Trump announced his intention to “definitely” impose new duties on goods from the European Union. Specific details on the amount of duties and the list of goods have not yet been disclosed.

The US is preparing to reintroduce duties on steel and aluminum imports, which will affect millions of tons of metal. Analysts warn of a possible rise in domestic metal prices for local buyers.

Keith Kellogg stated that a short-term solution to Russia's war against Ukraine is needed within months, not years.

The Trump administration is preparing to end the Biden program, which has allowed 530,000 migrants to legally enter the United States. The “password” for citizens of Cuba, Haiti, Nicaragua, and Venezuela is planned to be canceled.

Russian troops are expanding their positions north of Kupyansk to force the Ukrainian Armed Forces from the eastern bank of the Oskol. The occupiers are planning a 6-9 month operation to surround the city and cross the river.

Elon Musk's aides appointed by Trump have restricted career employees' access to the US Office of Personnel Management databases. The systems contain personal data of 2.2 million federal employees.

Trump said he had “serious” discussions with Russia about the war in Ukraine and that “significant” agreements with Putin were possible. The US President did not disclose details of the talks or his communication with the Russian leader.

Italian Foreign Minister Tajani named three key steps for the EU to avoid a trade war with the United States. According to him, Europe needs to increase purchases of American goods, raise defense spending, and deregulate its economy.

NATO is considering a significant increase in its military presence in the Arctic region. The new defense plans for 2023 envisage strengthening the deterrence potential in the Far North.

U. S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced that China has a plan to close the Panama Canal in the event of a conflict with the United States. Panama categorically denies the transfer of control over the canal to China.

DPRK troops were withdrawn from the front line after heavy losses and disorganization. Their numbers have been halved in three months, but the United States allows for the possibility of their return after additional training.

Several senior FBI officials appointed by Christopher Wray have been ordered to resign or retire. The changes affected about five “executive assistant directors” who are in charge of key investigations.

U. S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said that the war in Ukraine has reached a deadlock and should end in negotiations. According to him, this is Donald Trump's position, and both sides will have to make concessions.

The cryptocurrency market is showing instability due to Trump's statements about the possible introduction of 100% duties for the BRICS countries. Bitcoin fell by 1.1% after threats of new trade restrictions with Canada, Mexico, and China.

Donald Trump has warned the BRICS countries about imposing 100% duties in case of an alternative currency. The statement came amid expectations of a decision on 25% duties for Canada and Mexico.

The NBU has set the official hryvnia exchange rate at 41. 82 UAH/USD, which is 10 kopecks stronger. In banks, a dollar can be bought for 42.20 UAH and a euro for 44.10 UAH.

The U. S. Court of Appeals has ruled unconstitutional a federal law that prohibits the purchase of guns by people under 21. The decision is based on the Second Amendment, which protects the right to arms for all citizens over 18 years of age.

There are 2 Russian ships in the Black Sea, one of which carries 4 Kalibrs. There are 6 ships in the Mediterranean Sea, two of which have 22 cruise missiles.