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World leaders call on India and Pakistan for peace after missile strikes and downed aircraft. The US, NATO, the UN and China have expressed concern about the escalation.

Bitcoin surged to $97,000 due to Indian airstrikes in Pakistan but then fell to $96,500. Traders expect volatility due to regional tensions.

Sales of Temu and Shein fell by 17% and 23% respectively. Amid Trump's customs tariffs, e-commerce giants have shifted the costs to American consumers.

Xi Jinping and Putin will discuss a gas pipeline project that has been stalled for years due to disagreements. China may break the deadlock by allowing a higher selling price.

The spot price of gold fell by 1. 3% amid signs of trade negotiations between the US and China. Investors await the decision of the US Federal Reserve System on policy.

He Lifeng to Hold Economic Talks with Switzerland, the United States, and France. He will lead the 10th China-France High-Level Economic and Financial Dialogue.

Brazilian President plans to meet with Putin and attend the parade in Moscow on May 9. The purpose of the visit is to mediate a peaceful settlement and demonstrate an independent policy.

US President Donald Trump announced the preparation of an important statement to be made before his visit to the Middle East. The content of the statement is kept secret.

Chinese scientists have developed the smallest and lightest robot that can change shape to work on land and in the air. It is planned to be involved in rescue operations during disasters.

Pyongyang will not send its troops to participate in the victory parade in Moscow. According to the aide to the President of the Russian Federation, North Korea will be represented at the level of ambassador.

Apple is increasing iPhone production in India for the US market. The Indian government calls it a strategically advantageous decision, emphasizing the economic benefits of investing in the country.

Donald Trump has signed an executive order banning funding for research to enhance the functions of pathogens in the United States, especially those related to China and Iran, pending the development of a safer policy.

Ford has worsened its profit forecast for 2025 due to US tariffs on the automotive industry. The company's losses may reach $1.5.

Turkey has launched a project to build nuclear submarines, seeking to join the elite club of countries that possess this technology. Ankara is building the submarines independently, after the completion of the MİLDEN project.

Oil prices rose in Asian trading, recovering from a fall to their lowest level since 2021. The reason for the fall was concerns about the consequences of the trade war between the US and China.

China is testing the CR450 prototype, the fastest train in the world. It has a unique braking system that allows it to stop from 400 km/h in 112 seconds.

Futures fell by 2. 1% due to concerns about a global surplus. Strong renewable energy production in Europe is also putting pressure on demand for fossil fuels.

Shell is considering acquiring BP due to the fall in the latter's share value. The decision will depend on further BP quotations, but Shell also has alternative development scenarios.

Gold prices rose amid investor expectations regarding trade negotiations between the US and China and a meeting of the Federal Reserve System. Spot gold rose by 1.8% to $3,298.09.

EU experts warn that the large pig population in Europe could become an environment for avian influenza to mutate. This increases the risk of the virus being transmitted to humans.

The Marvel film "Thunderbolts" successfully started, collecting 162 million dollars in worldwide distribution. This is an important start to the summer film season for Hollywood.

Donald Trump published an AI-generated image of himself dressed as the Pope, against the backdrop of mourning for Francis. This has drawn criticism in Italy and among Catholic bishops.

In China, a young teacher died at work due to overwork. He worked as a tutor and taught 400 students, which led to a tragic incident.

Tokyo has lodged a strong protest with the Chinese ambassador over the intrusion of coast guard ships into Japanese territorial waters around the Senkaku Islands. A violation of airspace by a Chinese helicopter has also been recorded.

The Trump administration has imposed a 25% tariff on imported auto parts, which will lead to higher car prices, repairs and insurance premiums. Volvo, Rivian and GM will be the most affected.

May 3 is International Confectioner's Day. To celebrate the holiday, let's recall the biggest culinary records of Ukraine and the world: the longest cake, the giant stollen and the huge croissant.

The soldiers of the Armed Forces of Ukraine took citizens of Togo prisoner, who fought on the side of Russia. They were lured by deception under the guise of scholarships for study.

ATESH partisans conducted reconnaissance of the Obukhov Plant, which is a key enterprise of the Russian military-industrial complex. The plant develops components for anti-aircraft missile systems and radars.

Georgia dropped 11 positions in the press freedom ranking due to the hostile environment for the media and attacks on journalists. Ukraine took 62nd place, and Russia – 171st, dropping by 9 lines.

The US is launching a large-scale reform of the armed forces, planning to equip each division with a thousand drones. The investment will amount to $36 billion over five years.