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The US does not plan to provide air defense equipment to support the peacekeeping forces of Great Britain and France in Ukraine. Allies disagree on how to combat Russian aggression.

The Prime Minister of Canada stated that the country will not immediately react to the increase in US tariffs on steel and aluminum. The government is taking time to consider a response to the actions of the United States.

In 2025, security assistance to Ukraine from partners will exceed the figures of previous years. Great Britain will allocate 350 million pounds for drones, Germany - 5 billion euros for weapons.

NATO defense ministers will discuss support for Ukraine and strengthening deterrence. Priorities include air defense, long-range weapons, and increased defense production.

EU officials are discussing possible actions by Trump, including a complete curtailment of support for Ukraine and the start of a large-scale trade war. Official Brussels fears that Trump will combine these issues into a tool of pressure.

The US President is ready to apply sanctions against Russia if he deems it necessary. The US Senate will start promoting a bill on sanctions against the Russian Federation this week.

Donald Trump will attend the NATO summit in The Hague. The meeting is expected to discuss increasing defense funding by member countries to 3.5% of GDP.

Rains have slowed the emergence of new fire outbreaks in the Canadian province of Alberta. Fires have halted almost 7% of oil production.

Pete Hegset will also join European defense chiefs in celebrating the anniversary of the Allied landings in Normandy. He will call on NATO allies to increase defense spending.

TikTok has introduced TikTok for Artists with tools for promotion, analytics and audience interaction. The platform is already available in more than 25 countries, including the USA and the EU.

Oil prices rose on concerns Iran may reject a U. S. proposal on a nuclear deal. A wildfire in Canada also led to the shutdown of oil production.

Despite the US call for coordinated action, a new package of EU sanctions against Russia is unlikely to be ready for the G7 summit. Hungary may block some proposals.

According to India Today, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is likely to miss the G7 summit due to domestic political circumstances. This will be the first missed G7 meeting since 2019.

Lindsey Graham seeks to impose sanctions on Russia before the G7 summit to send a signal to China. He emphasizes that sanctions will force China to stop the war.

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz will meet with US President Donald Trump at the White House on June 5. The purpose of the meeting is to discuss issues ahead of the G7 summit and the NATO summit.

The American "Golden Dome" missile defense system program will not be completed by the end of Trump's term. Space weapons will only be ready for demonstration by 2028.

The appeals court reinstated the duties imposed by the Trump administration. Plaintiffs have until June 5 to file a position on the suspension, and the US government until June 9.

A state of emergency has been declared in Manitoba due to massive forest fires. Authorities have evacuated more than 17,000 people, with military support enlisted to assist in transportation.

The Canadian government plans to increase defense spending to protect sovereignty. Canada lags behind NATO's target of 2% of GDP, making it a violator in the alliance.

A court in New York suspended Trump's decision on import duties regarding China, Mexico, and Canada. This triggered a positive reaction in financial markets.

Donald Trump stated that Canada's participation in the "Golden Dome" missile defense system would cost $61 billion. He offered Canada to become the 51st state of the United States to receive protection for free.

Prince Harry visited China to discuss charitable and sports projects. The visit took place against the backdrop of strained relations with the royal family and surprised observers.

Latvia has sent 1,500 combat drones to Ukraine as part of an international coalition. Two Latvian companies will supply 12,000 drones within six months.

Charles III arrived in Canada to open a parliamentary session, partly to demonstrate the country's sovereignty to Trump. The King was met at the airport by officials and leaders of indigenous peoples.

The European Commission has confirmed discussions within the G7 on lowering the price cap on oil from Russia, and this idea is supported by other partners. The new limit should be lower than the current $60 per barrel.

In the next two weeks, Russian propagandists will continue to discredit diplomacy. Narratives about the lack of support for Ukraine from the EU and the US and other fables will be spread.

An international special operation has exposed a Russian network of hackers who infected more than 300,000 devices in various countries. Among the suspects are Russians and a Ukrainian, the investigation is ongoing.

76-year-old Billy Joel has canceled concerts due to normal pressure hydrocephalus. The disease causes problems with hearing, vision and balance, which has been exacerbated by recent performances.

The Prime Minister of Japan and the President of the United States have agreed to consider a meeting in June at the G7 summit. Japan is calling on the United States to revise its tariff policy, including a 25% duty on automobiles.

G7 finance ministers warned of increased sanctions against Russia in the absence of a ceasefire. Also, the G7 will freeze Russian assets until it stops the aggression.