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The US is preparing a UN resolution to ban Iran from mining the Strait of Hormuz and charging fees. The previous document was blocked by China and Russia.
Due to fear of assassination attempts, Putin has restricted travel and tightened control over the elites. Experts consider the regime stable despite growing internal tension.
The European Commission is blocking funding for Huawei solar inverters due to risks to energy grids. The ban also applies to manufacturers from the Russian Federation, Iran, and the DPRK.
IRGC intelligence claimed a narrowing of US options due to diplomatic pressure. Trump must choose between a military operation and a deal with Iran.
In Beijing, a Unitree robot began aggressively flailing its limbs during a dance due to a malfunction. Organizers stopped the device in time and cut its power.
China has ordered companies to ignore US sanctions against five refineries for trading with Iran. Beijing called these restrictions illegal and a violation of the norms of law.
The US will punish the payment of fees to Iran for passage through the Strait of Hormuz. The ban applies to any payments, even under the guise of charity.
Ukraine ranked 55th in the press freedom index, overtaking the United States. The global level of media freedom has dropped to a 25-year historical low.
The US is delaying the delivery of missile systems to allies due to weapon shortages caused by the war in Iran. The lack of weaponry is already negatively impacting Ukraine's defense.
Beijing urges the UN not to terminate the UNIFIL mission mandate due to the lack of a truce. Diplomats believe that reducing forces now is premature.
Oleksii Sereda and Mark Hrytsenko took second place in the synchronized 10m platform event. The Ukrainians scored 404.28 points at the competition in Beijing.
Iran's Supreme Leader will defend nuclear potential despite US sanctions. Trump initiates the creation of an international coalition to unblock shipping.
The US has banned PRC laboratories from testing electronics for its market due to a perceived threat to national security. The operations of Chinese data centers have also been restricted. At the same time, 75% of all electronics entering the US are tested in China.
The easing of export rules in Japan allows for the start of negotiations on the supply of military equipment. Ukraine is also proposing joint production of air defense systems and drones.
The US administration is forming a coalition to ensure freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz. Partners will coordinate sanctions and information sharing.
The share of Chinese imports of sanctioned goods to the Russian Federation has risen to 90%. This allows Moscow to ramp up the production of missiles and drones for the war.
Both countries have different long-term goals. China advocates for its global dominance, while Russia seeks to focus on forming its own region where it would have unconditional dominance.
The US plans to deploy Dark Eagle missiles for strikes against targets deep inside Iran. The range of the new hypersonic weapon exceeds 2,700 kilometers.
Hetmantsev called for the development of the defense industry and arms exports through the Defence City special regime. Ukraine ranked seventh in the world in terms of military spending.
Asia implements emergency measures and taps into reserves amid energy crisis. Experts predict fuel shortages and rising commodity prices.
Nebenzya justified Iran's restrictions on shipping at the UN and compared the West to pirates. He also condemned strikes on Russian tankers at sea.
Shelling in northeastern Afghanistan has killed seven people and injured 85 others. Islamabad denies its involvement in these attacks.
The new model was showcased at the 2026 Beijing Auto Show under the premium brand Fang Cheng Bao. The vehicle has become part of the company's new direction focused on luxury and high-performance electric vehicles.
Global orders for LNG tankers are set to recover thanks to rising gas production in the US. A record number of vessels are expected to be delivered this year.
Péter Magyar will discuss the unblocking of billions of euros for Hungary in Brussels. Budapest risks losing 10 billion euros due to a deadline in August.
World military spending in 2025 increased by 2. 9% to $2,887 billion. In the US, funding fell by 7.5% amid the lack of aid to Ukraine.
The Italian government has approved the extradition of Xu Jiawei, whom the US accuses of cyberattacks. He is suspected of stealing COVID-19 research for the benefit of China.
China has sharply reacted to the inclusion of its companies in EU sanctions against Russia and calls for their immediate cancellation. Beijing stated harm to relations and threatens protective measures.
Only two fuel tankers and one vessel to Iran are passing through the Strait of Hormuz. Traffic has decreased due to attacks and US sanctions against Iran.
Armed groups carried out coordinated attacks in several regions of Mali, including the capital Bamako. Fighting continues, explosions and gunfire are heard near key facilities.