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US Ambassador to NATO Matthew Whitaker stated that the US will continue to sell weapons to NATO allies for Ukraine until a peace agreement is concluded. This is necessary for self-defense and to prevent the country from being seized.
During curling matches in Cortina d'Ampezzo, the lights went out at the Olympic Stadium, delaying the game for five minutes. The organizers did not name the cause of the incident.
NATO Secretary General Marco Rutte stated that Russia's economy is suffering significant losses due to increased pressure on its shadow fleet. NATO will continue to support Ukraine and increase pressure on Russia.
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte stated that the allies' goal is to ensure lasting peace in Ukraine with real security guarantees. The US, Europe, and Canada are ready to provide Ukraine with security assurances and guarantees.
Donald Trump stated that he never planned to make Greenland the 51st US state, but instead wanted to give that role to Canada. This was said at the elite Alfalfa Club dinner in Washington, where Trump later admitted he was joking.
The German Football Association (DFB) has rejected a boycott of the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the USA, Canada, and Mexico. The decision was made despite criticism of Donald Trump's foreign policy.
The IAEA Board of Governors held an emergency meeting regarding nuclear risks from Russia's systematic attacks on Ukraine's energy infrastructure. IAEA head Rafael Grossi confirmed that these attacks fall under the organization's mandate and pose direct nuclear risks.
Trump, along with his wife and members of the US administration, attended the premiere of the film "Melania. " This event sparked heated debate in American society.
Europeans are concerned about their own security due to Donald Trump's policies, which sparks discussions about NATO's future and the US role. Experts believe that NATO will survive, but the US role may diminish, and Ukraine will not join the Alliance in the next three years.
Donald Trump threatens Canada with 50% tariffs on aircraft and to decertify them in the US market. The reason was the delay in the certification of Gulfstream aircraft, which Trump regarded as an obstruction of exports.
US President Donald Trump criticized the UK's plans to strengthen economic ties with China, calling it a "very dangerous" strategy. This happened after Prime Minister Keir Starmer's negotiations with Xi Jinping, where the parties agreed on a "strategic partnership" and the reduction of trade barriers.
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney urged the US to respect the country's sovereignty after American diplomats met with the "Alberta Prosperity Project" group, which advocates for the region's secession. The separatists are asking the US for a $500 billion line of credit to support the province's independence.
Chinese President Xi Jinping praised British Prime Minister Keir Starmer's visit to China. The UK promises broader access to Chinese markets for the British service sector, including visa-free travel.
The Trump administration held secret meetings with far-right separatists from Alberta who seek independence. They requested a $500 billion line of credit in case of an independence referendum.
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has begun a visit to China to reset economic relations. This is the first visit of a British head of government to the PRC in eight years.
Donald Trump has raised import duties on goods from South Korea from 15% to 25% due to the non-ratification of the agreement. This decision caused Hyundai and Kia shares to plummet, which could cost them $3.5 billion annually.
The European Union and India have concluded negotiations on a comprehensive free trade agreement, which includes reducing tariffs on cars and wine from the EU. This agreement strengthens economic and political ties between the world's second and fourth largest economies and has mixed implications for Ukraine.
Kyiv customs officers handed over 62 items seized during customs control to the National Scientific and Natural History Museum of the National Academy of Sciences of Ukraine. Among them are a mammoth tooth, ancient eurypterids, Jurassic mollusks, and a stuffed rare bird.
FC Polissya President Gennadiy Butkevych stated that Usyk is easier to deal with than footballers. Oleksandr Usyk debuted for Polissya in a match against Canadian Vancouver, replacing a forward in the 75th minute.
A powerful storm in the US has killed at least 14 people and left hundreds of thousands without electricity. Over 10,000 flights have been canceled, and schools and roads across the country are closed.
The price of gold jumped to a record $5081. 18 per ounce in the spot market. The rise is driven by demand for safe-haven assets and geopolitical uncertainty.
Canada will not conclude a free trade agreement with China, Prime Minister Mark Carney said. This decision was made after Donald Trump's threat to impose a 100% tariff on Canadian goods.
US President Donald Trump promises to impose 100% tariffs on all Canadian goods if Ottawa concludes a trade agreement with Beijing. According to him, China will "eat Canada alive, completely devour it."
The president of the German club "St. Pauli", Oke Göttlich, proposes boycotting the 2026 World Cup due to Donald Trump's statements on Greenland. He believes that the threat is now greater than during the 1980s Olympic boycott.
Beijing demonstrated restraint at the World Economic Forum, contrasting with Washington's aggressive rhetoric. China aims to become a predictable partner for the EU, attracting Western investment and benefiting from the cooling relations between the US and the European Union.
Donald Trump expressed dissatisfaction with Ottawa's stance on Arctic defense projects and its trade policy. He insists on US control over Greenland for a missile defense system.
MHP became the first Ukrainian company to close a deal on a new Eurobond issue after the full-scale war. This opens a window to the public bond market for Ukraine. The funds will be used to repurchase 2026 bonds.
Donald Trump is developing a project for an international organization called the "Peace Council," which will be an alternative to the UN. Countries wishing to obtain a permanent seat must contribute $1 billion.
The Federal Court of Canada has overturned a government order to liquidate TikTok's Canadian division. The case has been sent back to Industry Minister Mélanie Joly for reconsideration, allowing the platform to continue operations.
Canadian defense planners have, for the first time in a hundred years, conducted a theoretical simulation of actions in the event of a large-scale conflict with the United States. The model envisages a transition to unconventional warfare using small groups and drones due to the inability to confront the US army.