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The Trump–Putin summit in August 2025 did not lead to a ceasefire or a peace agreement. A year later, the fighting continues, and Ukraine is once again submitting proposals to the United States.
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said that the country had not made a decision on resuming talks with the US. He noted that exchanging messages through intermediaries does not constitute negotiations.
US President Donald Trump said that after the defeat of Iran is complete, he will "very soon" announce that the Strait of Hormuz is US territory. He stressed that the US has established a blockade, and that "no ship will pass without permission."
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu described Great Britain as the "Islamic Republic of Britain" and the "first Islamic state with nuclear weapons. " The comments came in the context of support for Israel in the West.
Ukraine handed the Trump administration a document stating that Russia's advance has slowed to 100 sq. km per month. Kyiv believes that Moscow will not achieve its goals in Donetsk region by force by 2027.
U. S. Vice President J.D. Vance said that the main priority is lowering fuel prices, not Iran's nuclear program. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent added that new economic measures against Tehran are inevitable.
President Zelenskyy has still not found a candidate for the position of Ukraine's ambassador to the United States due to the difficulty of working with the Trump administration. Potential candidates, including Deputy Prime Minister Svyrydenko, are declining the position.
Israel warned the US about possible Iranian attempts to assassinate Trump, but US intelligence did not confirm the threats. The warnings concerned attacks during Air Force One flights and public events.
According to media reports, U. S. President Donald Trump instructed the Navy to dismantle the electromagnetic system for launching fighter jets on Gerald R. Ford-class aircraft carriers and return to steam catapults. The decision, signed in a memorandum, is likely to cost billions of dollars.
Jared Kushner, Trump's son-in-law, plans to visit Israel next week to discuss the U. S. plan for Gaza. He will meet with Netanyahu despite Israel's skepticism.
U. S. President Donald Trump signed an executive order imposing tariffs on drones and their components. For aircraft weighing more than 25 kg and models with thermal imaging cameras, the tariff will be 100%; for smaller ones, 25%.
On Thursday, vandals covered the wall of the U. S. Embassy in Brazil with messages protesting the U.S. government. Police detained one suspect, but he has already been released.
Basij commander Taeb said that the strait is under Iran's control, refuting U. S. claims. Iran's PGSA agency confirmed the blockade until Tehran's conditions are met.
U. S. President Donald Trump signed a memorandum expanding federal agencies’ ability to use cyber tools against transnational criminal organizations. The document involves private companies in cyber operations under government oversight.
CIA analysts did not consider Israel's intelligence about a threat to assassinate Trump convincing, prompting a secret departure from Turkey. The White House confirmed that measures had been taken to ensure the president's safety.
The media organization The Intercept Media and the Freedom of the Press Foundation have filed a lawsuit against Trump over the sale of early access to his posts. The scheme was called corrupt and unconstitutional.
Democrats Warren and Coons are demanding an explanation of why the United States suspended sanctions against Russia for 17 months despite fruitless peace negotiations. They point out that the last serious restrictions were imposed in October 2025, and that Russia easily evades them.
Karoline Leavitt will leave her position as White House press secretary at the end of August. Among the candidates to replace her are Anna Kelly, Sage Steele, Jason Miller and others.
The US and Japan are considering a project to mine rare earth elements from the seabed near Minamitorishima Island at a depth of 6 km. This is intended to reduce dependence on China, which dominates the market.
Oil prices are rising for the fifth consecutive day amid a lack of progress on reopening the Strait of Hormuz and an expected crude supply shortage. The IEA forecasts a deficit of 1.8 million barrels per day in the third quarter of 2026.
Ford plans to move production of Lincoln models, including the Nautilus, from China to the U. S. in 2030 due to high tariffs. CEO Jim Farley said the decision was made to strengthen the company's manufacturing base.
The United States has minted the first batch of commemorative gold coins featuring President Donald Trump, dedicated to the 250th anniversary of independence. The coin is made of 24-karat gold, with Trump depicted on the obverse and a bald eagle on the reverse.
Iran and the United States have made no progress in talks on restoring the temporary peace agreement concluded in June. The parties accuse each other of violating the agreements, while the Strait of Hormuz remains blocked.
U. S. President Donald Trump announced that Karoline Leavitt will leave her post as White House press secretary at the end of the month. She will become Trump’s chief foreign policy adviser and an influential voice in the Republican Party.
The Greenlandic government rejected Greenland Energy's drilling plans due to insufficient time to assess the impact. Work may not begin before the winter of 2027, contradicting the predictions of Trump's envoy.
U. S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced the creation of a task force to combat birth tourism.
U. S. President Donald Trump said that the secret flight from Turkey using an Air Force One decoy aircraft was organized by the Secret Service and the military. Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent were aboard the decoy aircraft.
U. S. President Donald Trump said he would like to run for a third term, but the law prohibits it. He noted that everyone is asking him to do so, but the 22nd Amendment to the Constitution limits presidents to two terms.
South Carolina is holding Republican primaries to select a Senate candidate following the death of Lindsey Graham. Trump endorsed the late senator's sister, Darlin Graham, who has never held public office.
Human Rights Watch and three other organizations have filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration over sanctions against the ICC. They called the measures an unlawful attack on international justice.