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ASEAN ministers expressed concern over the resumption of hostilities in the Middle East. The Houthis announced a naval blockade of Saudi Arabia, threatening global energy supplies.
The US Senate has introduced an updated version of a bill on sanctions against Russia, which provides for tariffs of up to 100% instead of 500%. The document is supported by about 60 senators and allows President Trump to temporarily suspend sanctions.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated that Chinese leader Xi Jinping's visit to America will take place in September, despite Trump's accusations of Chinese interference in the election. Preparations for the trip are ongoing, and the parties remain in contact.
US President Donald Trump did not leave the podium when the Spanish national team was lifting the winners' trophy. The FIFA president had to intervene in the situation.
The Atomic Energy Organization of Iran stated that the US struck the construction site of the Darkhovin power plant in southern Iran. CNN has reached out to the US Central Command for comment.
Tajik farmers may cultivate land in Russia for growing oilseeds due to rising logistics costs. Minister Sherali Kabir announced negotiations on a project that will supply raw materials to processing enterprises in Tajikistan.
US President Donald Trump called on FIFA to choose the USA as the host of the future World Cup without Canada and Mexico. He also spoke about a proposal for a joint tournament between the USA and China.
Next week, important economic data and central bank decisions from the US, China, and Japan are expected. The Fed is in a quiet period ahead of its July 28-29 meeting, while the People's Bank of China will announce its rate decision.
On Friday, a landslide occurred in Pengshui County on the outskirts of Chongqing, burying over 10 residential buildings. Ten people were rescued, two with serious injuries.
Beijing stated its adherence to the principle of non-interference in the internal affairs of other countries. China denies accusations of influencing the presidential elections in the United States.
Trump claimed that China bought, stole or hacked tens of millions of voter documents. US intelligence believes the data was collected for influence campaigns, not election fraud.
The history of Japanese cuisine begins in prehistoric times, and a real turning point came with the advent of irrigated rice cultivation in the 3rd century BC. The main principle of cooking is to preserve the natural taste of the product as much as possible, using fresh ingredients.
Illia K. is accused of desecrating memorials and preparing sabotage with the aim of inciting ethnic tensions between Poland and Ukraine.
Head of the Center for Countering Disinformation Andriy Kovalenko stated that the Russian Federation does not hide its intentions to continue the war of attrition. He called on the international community to increase pressure to change Putin's regime.
Gazprom shares on the Moscow Exchange fell to 90. 21 rubles, the lowest level since 2008. The reason was the suspension of negotiations with China on the "Power of Siberia-2" gas pipeline.
Péter Szijjártó left parliament to join Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer BYD. In his new position, he will be responsible for external relations and business development.
54-year-old Chen Yulin was arrested in November 2024 during a trip to Beijing. The US government, according to reports, suspects a connection with China's nuclear tests.
BMW sales in China fell 30% in the second quarter. The company is banking on the new Neue Klasse electric vehicle lineup, but analysts believe it is too late.
Typhoon Bavi in northeastern China caused flooding of roads and bridges. In the city of Shenyang, classes in schools, construction work, and outdoor events were suspended.
Chinese spacecraft "Tianwen-2" approached asteroid Kamoʻoalewa, one of Earth's seven quasi-satellites, to within 20 km. The probe transmitted the first clear image and plans to collect surface samples.
Japan, the US, the Philippines, and 11 other countries stated that China's claims have no legal basis. China rejected the statement and expressed protest to Japan.
July 11 marks World Population Day, established by the UN in 1989. In Ukraine, the memory of Equal-to-the-Apostles Princess Olga is honored.
The depositary Euroclear filed a lawsuit with a Belgian court to block a Russian court's decision to pay 220 billion euros. Euroclear insists that only Belgian courts have jurisdiction over it.
The death toll from two earthquakes in Venezuela has reached 235 people, with over 4,300 injured. Rescuers continue searching for people under the rubble, authorities have declared the state of La Guaira a disaster zone.
US President Donald Trump stated plans to visit Turkey and China in 2026. He also reported that Chinese leader Xi Jinping will come to the US in September.
Net donors and beneficiaries criticized the initial EU budget proposal. Germany demands spending cuts, while Spain considers the budget insufficient.
Europe has begun to realize that it needs effective and cheap weapons, which cannot be produced under conditions of high bureaucratic pressure.
EU leaders will discuss new tariffs to curb Chinese exports. Brussels aims to protect industry from economic pressure and dependency.
Taiwan requires US weaponry to strengthen its defense due to pressure from China. Diplomat Alexander Yui (Yui Tah-ray) stated that the island will not rely solely on its allies.
Trump thanked the leaders of China and the Russian Federation for their neutrality during the war with Iran. The statement was made at the G7 summit following the conclusion of a ceasefire agreement.