Joe Biden pledged to use all the funds allocated for Ukraine by January 20. Blinken called on NATO to provide support to Ukraine in 2025 to effectively fight or negotiate from a position of strength.
The President of Ukraine reported a positive conversation with Donald Trump about the war. According to Zelenskyy, the war may end faster with the new US administration.
Writer Stephen King announced his departure from social network X due to its toxicity. He denied rumors of a ban from Elon Musk and invited his followers to follow him on Threads.
Vivek Ramaswamy, head of the new Department of Government Efficiency, has proposed to stop funding unauthorized federal programs. These include veterans' health care, NASA, and preschool education.
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz plans to speak with Putin by phone on Friday. The conversation will take place amid uncertainty over Western support for Ukraine and Trump's possible return to power.
Bluesky social network recorded more than 1 million new registrations in 24 hours, reaching 16 million users. The platform was ranked first in the US App Store, ahead of ChatGPT and Threads.
Former and current US intelligence officials criticize Trump's decision to appoint Tulsi Gabbard. Experts consider her appointment risky due to her lack of experience and soft stance on Russia.
Donald Trump was ambivalent about Elon Musk's frequent visits to his Mar-a-Lago estate. Musk spends “almost every day” there and participates in important meetings and calls.
Florida Senator Marco Rubio has been appointed the new US Secretary of State by Donald Trump. Rubio promised to ensure “peace through strength” and put the interests of Americans above all else.
Donald Trump said that his administration will focus on Russia's war against Ukraine. He promised to work hard to end the conflict and the loss of life.
Starting January 5, Manhattan will introduce an entry fee, which will increase by 2028. The funds will be used to improve public transportation and the subway to the tune of $15 billion.
US President Joe Biden arrived in Lima to attend the APEC summit, where he will hold a key meeting with China's leader. He is also scheduled to hold talks with the leaders of Peru, Japan, and South Korea on important international issues.
Elon Musk held an hour-long meeting with Iranian UN Ambassador Amir Saeeda Iranian in New York. The parties discussed ways to reduce tensions between the United States and Iran.
Donald Trump has announced his intention to nominate former Congressman Doug Collins to the post of Secretary of Veterans Affairs. Collins, who currently serves as a chaplain in the US Air Force Reserve, was a member of the House of Representatives from 2013 to 2021.
Elon Musk has announced the recruitment of high IQ specialists to work more than 80 hours a week in the new Department of Government Efficiency. The department will advise Trump on cutting government spending.
Two US federal judges have postponed the trial of the Capitol stormers because of a possible pardon from Trump. The judges explained the decision by the desire to save resources if the cases are canceled.
Donald Trump has announced the appointment of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as US Secretary of Health. The new head should counteract the influence of pharmaceutical companies and restore the “Gold Standard” of research.
Elon Musk is actively interfering in the work of Donald Trump's transition team and frequently visits Mar-a-Lago. His behavior and attempts at influence are causing irritation among Trump's advisors.
Russia's ambassador to the United Nations says he is ready to dialog with Trump on Ukraine. The talks should take into account “realities on the ground” and russia's current successes.
Pete Hegseth, a Fox News host and possible candidate for US Secretary of Defense, is covered with numerous tattoos. Most of them are dedicated to the Christian faith, American patriotism and military service.
China's Landbridge Petrochemical plant has purchased 2 million barrels of African oil for delivery in January 2025. This unusual decision is attributed to the possible tightening of sanctions against Iranian oil and rising prices for Russian oil.
The German Ministry of Economy has ordered Deutsche Energy Terminal to stop supplying Russian LNG. The decision was made after the announcement of planned gas supplies from Russia to the Brunsbüttel terminal.
The global cryptocurrency market set a new record of $3. 2 trillion after the US presidential election. Bitcoin has reached $93,480, and other cryptocurrencies are also showing growth.
European leaders call on the Biden administration to provide more weapons and strengthen sanctions against Russia before the end of the presidential term. The EU is preparing for a possible reduction in support for Ukraine under Trump.
German Chancellor Scholz defends his position on not sending long-range missiles to Ukraine. His main opponent Merz is leading in the polls and supports the provision of Taurus to Kyiv.
Democrat Tim Kaine said that additional funding for Ukraine is likely to be approved before the change of government. House Republicans may block the initiative because of Trump's position.
Seoul is considering direct arms supplies to Ukraine because of the DPRK's activity in the war. The decision will depend on Pyongyang's actions and Trump's future policy toward Ukraine.
At his meeting with Trump at the White House, Biden emphasized the importance of supporting Ukraine for US security. Sullivan said that the president would continue to defend this position both privately and publicly.
The PRC publishes an updated map of Sansha with new designations for the Paracel and Spratly areas. These areas are the subject of territorial disputes between China and five neighboring countries.
Polish President Andrzej Duda plans to discuss the situation in Ukraine and the region with Donald Trump. Duda is confident that Trump will not allow Ukraine to be destroyed because of the huge American investments in its defense.