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The spiritual leader of Tibet, the Dalai Lama, celebrated his 90th birthday with a prayer for peace while in exile in India. He stated that his successor would be born in the free world, and the responsibility for his appointment would rest solely with the Ganden Phodrang Trust.

Vladimir Putin and Xi Jinping will not attend the BRICS summit in Brazil on July 6, indicating a loss of interest in the organization. Putin has an arrest warrant from the ICC, and Xi Jinping allegedly has a "scheduling conflict."

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte stated that China could ask Russia to start hostilities in Europe to distract the West in the event of an attack on Taiwan. He emphasized the need to deter Russia and China by strengthening NATO and cooperating with the Indo-Pacific region.

The editorial board of The New York Post appealed to US President Donald Trump with a call to resume the supply of military aid to Ukraine. The publication emphasizes that the suspension of air defense supplies harms Ukraine and US interests, and also warns against world destabilization in case of Ukraine's fall.

The BRICS summit on July 6-7 in Rio de Janeiro will discuss the settlement of the situation in Ukraine. Russian President Putin and Chinese leader Xi Jinping will not participate in the event.

Hyper-competition from Chinese electric vehicles in Thailand threatens local production. Neta, one of the first Chinese brands in the Thai market, cannot meet the requirements of the state incentive program, which has led to payment delays and complaints from dealers.

US President Donald Trump announced the start of negotiations with China on a possible deal regarding TikTok. He noted that the US has "largely" concluded an agreement on the sale of the application.

Nutritionist Natalia Dubovyk spoke about the benefits of watermelons, the safe time for their consumption, and how to avoid poisoning. She emphasized that watermelons ripen naturally and contain a minimal amount of nitrates only from August onwards.

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi stated China's readiness to cooperate with France in nuclear energy, aviation, AI, green energy, and biotechnology. Issues concerning Ukraine and the Middle East were also discussed, and China resolved the issue of anti-dumping duties on European cognac.

China is finalising new safety regulations for driver assistance systems, which could give it an edge over global rivals. This contrasts with the US market, where such regulation is the focus of criticism.

A Flixbus bus, en route to Vienna, veered off the A19 highway near Röbel and overturned. 31 people were injured, one of them seriously, and Ukrainians are among the casualties.

The SBU found Chinese-made components in the Geran drones used by Russians to attack Kyiv. This is confirmed by the markings "Suzhou Ecod Precision Manufacturing Co., Ltd" on the parts.

A Chinese component was found in a Russian drone in Kyiv after a night attack. The same night, the building of the Chinese Consulate General in Odesa suffered minor damage from Russian strikes.

From two Bitcoin wallets that had been inactive for 14 years, 20,000 BTC worth $2. 18 billion were transferred on July 4. These coins were acquired in 2011 for $0.78, and this is now a potentially significant profit.

Andriy Kovalenko, head of the Center for Countering Disinformation at the National Security and Defense Council, stated that Putin deliberately attacked Kyiv after talking to Trump to send a signal to the United States. The Kremlin wants Ukraine to remain within its sphere of influence, attacking the rear, as it cannot achieve its goals at the front.

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi stated that Beijing cannot allow Russia to be defeated in the war against Ukraine. He explained this by fears that the US would then fully shift its attention to China.

China's National Meteorological Center has renewed a yellow alert for high temperatures, forecasting over 37°C in more than 10 provinces. At the same time, another 10 provinces are preparing for floods due to record rainfall, which has caused water levels in rivers to rise.

Brent and WTI crude futures fell after rising, as investors fear a return to higher US tariffs and expect increased production from OPEC+. Uncertainty over US trade policy and slowing activity in China are also affecting the market.

On June 3, Bitcoin rose by 2. 3% to $109,113.8, breaking through its trading range. The growth is driven by improved trade relations between the US and Vietnam, as well as the easing of restrictions on chip exports to China.

EU's chief diplomat Kaja Kallas stated that Chinese companies' support for Russia in the war against Ukraine poses a serious threat to European security. She urged China to cease material support for the Russian military-industrial complex and to promote peace in Ukraine.

Analysts predict global tourism spending to grow from $5 trillion in 2024 to $15 trillion in 2040. Developing countries, primarily China, India, and Saudi Arabia, will be the main drivers of this growth.

The Donald Trump administration eased sanctions against Russia, allowing related companies to transfer funds and critical components. This led to a decrease in the effectiveness of existing restrictions, allowing the import of computer chips and military equipment.

The United States of America is discontinuing USAID programs, and the State Department will now manage all foreign aid. This decision was made after an analysis revealed that USAID's activities do not serve U.S. national interests.

From July 1, Ukrainians abroad can submit documents for notarial acts online through the "e-Consul" system. This innovation simplifies the process, allowing citizens to upload necessary data and certificates without a physical visit to diplomatic missions until the last step.

Chinese automotive brands, including BYD and MG SAIC Motor, have achieved more than 9% of the European market share for hybrid and electric vehicles. BYD plans to produce small cars in Europe next year.

Volodymyr Zelenskyy signed three decrees, synchronizing EU sanctions against Russia and implementing packages of restrictions against Iran. The sanctions apply to individuals and legal entities from various countries, including the Russian Federation, Belarus, and Iran.

The NATO summit in The Hague demonstrated the growth of European defence spending, but calls for a ceasefire in Ukraine indicate a change in mood. NATO has refocused on deterring Russia, while Ukraine faces heavy casualties on the frontline and the risk of losing territory.

At the summit in The Hague, Czech President Petr Pavel suggested to Donald Trump that economic pressure on Russia be increased, similar to "the US success with China". This should force the Kremlin to negotiate, though without causing an economic collapse of the Russian Federation.

The government registered a bill in the Rada on amendments to the State Budget-2025, which provides for an increase in expenditures on security and defense by UAH 412. 4 billion. Additional expenditures will be covered by increasing budget revenues and domestic borrowings.

Leading Chinese EV battery manufacturer Eve Energy will build its second plant in Malaysia, valued at $1. 2 billion, financing the project with funds from a planned Hong Kong listing. The enterprise will produce batteries for energy storage systems, expanding the company's global presence.