Mexico extradited 26 high-ranking figures of drug cartels to the US, including the leader of "Los Cuinis" Abigael Gonzalez Valencia. This happened after an agreement under which the US will not seek the death penalty.
The average annual salary of a Ukrainian ambassador in 2024 reached UAH 2. 95 million, including compensatory payments. Additional sources of income include property rental, gifts, and dividends from corporate rights.
Adidas released footwear that copies traditional sandals of Mexico's indigenous peoples without attribution. Mexican authorities demand compensation from Adidas for borrowing the style of local communities.
A 5. 65 magnitude earthquake occurred off the coast of Oaxaca, Mexico. Its epicenter was at a depth of 10 km.
UNN reveals five unique sandwich recipes from different corners of the world. Learn how to make Mexican pambazo, Middle Eastern shawarma, French pan bagnat, British cucumber sandwich, and Argentinian choripán.
New tariffs introduced by US President Donald Trump have come into force, raising the average US tariff rate to 15. 2%. This is the highest figure since World War II, posing a new challenge for the global economy.
The number of Russian hybrid attacks in Europe significantly decreased in 2025 compared to 2024. One of the reasons is the recruitment of incompetent perpetrators among petty criminals.
From August 1, the US maintains a 10% universal tariff but introduces a 15% minimum tariff for countries with a trade deficit. Trump fragmented negotiations, successfully reaching agreements with Europe while continuing pressure on China.
Mexican special services informed the SBU that some Mexican volunteers might have joined the International Legion to learn how to operate FPV drones and transfer this knowledge to criminal organizations. The SBU and HUR are investigating this information, which also concerns Colombians in the International Legion.
Former leader of the Democratic Party of Moldova, Vlad Plahotniuc, has been detained in Greece. He was wanted in connection with three criminal cases, including the theft of a billion dollars from banks.
On July 21, President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy appointed new ambassadors to a number of countries and international organizations. Among the appointments are ambassadors to Kenya, Kuwait, Spain, Oman, Canada, Mexico, Cyprus, Malaysia, Belgium, Japan, Angola, Estonia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, UAE, Algeria, and South Africa.
Typhoon Wipha caused the cancellation and delay of all daytime flights in Hong Kong, Shenzhen, Zhuhai, and Macau. Wind speeds reached 140 km/h, leading to the closure of amusement parks and the evacuation of over 200 people to shelters.
Donald Trump called on the US Senate to cancel its summer recess for the urgent approval of six candidates he proposed for positions. Among the nominees are lawyer Emil Bow and former Fox News host Jeanine Pirro.
US President Donald Trump hinted at future "great" trade deals that may be announced soon. He also noted that the US is imposing 30% tariffs on goods from the EU and Mexico starting August 1.
Donald Trump has toughened his demands on the EU, insisting on a minimum duty of 15-20% in a trade agreement. The US is considering reciprocal duties over 10% and threatens 30% tariffs on imports from the EU and Mexico starting August 1.
Oil prices fell after Donald Trump's 50-day deadline for Russia to end the war in Ukraine eased supply concerns. Brent and WTI futures fell 0.2% as Trump's softening stance on sanctions and his tariff plan impacted the market.
Gold prices rose to a three-week high, and silver approached a 14-year high, amid demand for safe-haven assets following Trump's tariff threats. Investors are awaiting US inflation data and a possible rate easing by the Fed.
A farm worker died after a raid by the US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) on a legal cannabis farm in California. The man, who was being pursued by immigration agents, fell from a height of 9 meters.
The European Union will continue negotiations with the United States on a trade agreement until August 1, but is ready for proportional countermeasures. This is a response to the US president's statement about introducing a 30% tariff on EU exports, which will harm businesses and consumers.
Starting August 1, the United States is imposing 30% tariffs on goods imported from the European Union and Mexico. President Donald Trump announced this on social media, expanding tariff restrictions to a number of countries.
US President Donald Trump has postponed the increase of trade tariffs on imports from the EU until August 1. Experts believe that this may be another postponement, as the customs war is not beneficial to either side, and its impact on Ukraine will be insignificant.
In Mexico, a truck carrying 33 tons of gold and silver concentrate belonging to Grupo Minero Bacis was robbed. The criminals blocked the vehicle, took the driver and security personnel hostage, and stole the trailer with the valuable cargo.
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 Colombian Navy has for the first time detained an unmanned drug submarine equipped with a Starlink antenna off the Caribbean coast. The vessel, belonging to the Gulf Clan, was empty but could carry 1.5 tons of cocaine.
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.
The United States has imposed sanctions on three Mexican financial companies: CIBanco, Intercam Banco, and Vector Casa de Bolsa, suspecting them of laundering money for cartels and financing fentanyl trafficking from China.
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum has stated that SpaceX rocket launches in Texas have polluted the country's territory, and the government is studying the consequences. Rocket fragments have already been found in the Mexican state of Tamaulipas.
A 66-year-old US citizen was detained in Ukraine after hiding from justice for over 30 years. He was wanted for committing sexual offenses against four children aged 4 to 9 between 1984 and 1991.
Several regions of Ukraine, including Kyiv, were covered by heavy rain and thunderstorms. The State Emergency Service warns of possible disruptions in the operation of transport and utility services.
The first place in "The World’s 50 Best Restaurants 2025" was taken by Maido from Lima, Peru. The top five also included Asador Extebarri, Quintonil, DiverXO, and Alchemist.
