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Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico announced a meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on September 5. This will happen after his return from Beijing, where Fico will participate in a parade and meet with the leaders of China and Russia.
Chinese leader Xi Jinping stated the necessity of a multipolar world at the SCO summit on September 1, 2025, in Tianjin. He emphasized the equal participation of countries and fair global governance.
Turkish President Erdogan informed Putin about Ankara's work towards a just end to the war in Ukraine. He also emphasized the importance of negotiations in Istanbul for peace efforts.
In Afghanistan, a 6-magnitude earthquake claimed the lives of 812 people and injured 2800. Authorities are appealing for international aid, as the country is already struggling with humanitarian crises.
Mercedes-Benz urges the US and EU to conclude a trade agreement due to significant losses from tariffs. The company lost $420 million in profit, and sales fell by 9% in the second quarter of 2025.
Bitcoin fell to a two-month low due to significant sell-offs from inactive “whale” wallets and a decrease in ETF inflows. This also coincided with seasonal caution, as September historically sees a decline.
The price of gold rose to $3552 per ounce amid expectations of a Fed rate cut and demand for bullion as a safe haven. December futures jumped 1% to $3551.82 per ounce.
Brent and WTI oil prices fell by 0. 44% due to rising production and concerns about the impact of US tariffs on demand. Russian oil exports fell to a four-week low.
North Korea has unveiled new air defense missiles capable of destroying cruise missiles and attack drones. Undeclared missile bases have also been discovered, one of which is believed to contain intercontinental ballistic missiles.
The Prime Minister of India met with Putin and the Chinese leader at the SCO summit. Issues of economic, political partnership and security were discussed.
Armenia and China officially entered into a strategic partnership, agreeing to expand cooperation in political, economic, and humanitarian spheres. Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan and Chinese President Xi Jinping signed a joint statement during the SCO summit, reaffirming support for the "one China" principle.
In July 2025, the production of metallurgical products in Russia decreased by 10. 2% year-on-year. This is the worst indicator in at least the last 3.5 years, with billions in losses recorded by key enterprises.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that Putin in China will "wriggle out" regarding negotiations. The President of Ukraine emphasized that Russia is the only one who seeks to prolong the war.
Russian dictator Vladimir Putin and Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico may meet in China. The meeting will take place during a parade in Beijing dedicated to the end of World War II in the Asian theater of operations.
Chinese leader Xi Jinping hosts Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Russian dictator Vladimir Putin at a security summit. This shows how Xi is trying to turn history, diplomacy, and military might into tools for transforming the world order.
Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev met with Chinese President Xi Jinping in Tianjin during the SCO summit. The parties discussed strategic partnership, growing trade, and cooperation in energy and digitalization.
Brazil proposes an extraordinary BRICS summit to coordinate a common response to US trade challenges. The initiative gained urgency after the US raised tariffs on Brazilian products.
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan arrived in Tianjin to participate in the SCO summit. Bilateral meetings are planned, including with the leaders of China and Russia, to discuss regional security and economic cooperation.
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un met with the families of servicemen who died fighting on Russia's side and promised them "a wonderful life. " This happened amid reports of significant losses of North Korean military personnel in the Kursk region.
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi confirmed support for a peaceful settlement of the war in Ukraine during a conversation with Volodymyr Zelenskyy. The leaders discussed bilateral partnership and ways to deepen cooperation.
President Zelenskyy held a conversation with Indian Prime Minister Modi. Modi supported the need for a ceasefire in Ukraine.
Donald Trump is considering abandoning diplomatic efforts regarding Ukraine and Russia. The White House is frustrated by the lack of progress and the position of European leaders.
Putin announced his intention to discuss the intensification of economic cooperation with Chinese leader Xi Jinping. The meeting will take place in China at the Shanghai Cooperation Organization summit.
On August 29, the US Court of Appeals ruled that most tariffs imposed by Donald Trump were illegal. The decision allows the tariffs to remain in effect until October 14 for an appeal to the Supreme Court.
Donald Trump allegedly proposed involving Chinese troops as peacekeepers in Ukraine after Russian aggression. This concerned controlling a neutral zone along the front line.
China has expressed doubt about Europe's plan to reinstate sanctions against Iran over its nuclear program, warning of a possible deterioration of the situation. Beijing believes this will undermine the diplomatic process of resolving the Iranian nuclear issue.
Starting September 1, the state of Texas will restrict real estate ownership and leasing by foreigners from China, Iran, North Korea, and Russia. Bill SB 17 was signed by Governor Greg Abbott.
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is visiting China for the first time in seven years, meeting with Xi Jinping and Putin. This visit is a signal to the US amid deteriorating relations over tariffs.
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Russian dictator Vladimir Putin will visit Tianjin on August 31 to participate in the SCO summit. Political scientist Taras Zahorodnii explained the leaders' goals and China's role in this event.
The US is introducing new duties on all international parcels, abolishing the de minimis exemption. This decision has caused dissatisfaction among trade partners and postal services, which are suspending shipments to America.