US President Donald Trump said that Washington could launch large-scale strikes on Iran at any time. Allies, including Saudi Arabia, the UAE and Qatar, asked to cancel the attack.
OPEC+ and allies agreed to increase oil production in September due to the impassability of the Strait of Hormuz. This is the sixth consecutive increase amid the war with Iran.
A representative of Iran's Foreign Ministry stated that the agreement with Oman on a new route does not concern the reopening or closure of the Strait of Hormuz. He called the agreement a necessary but insufficient condition.
House of Representatives member Mike Turner announced negotiations on broader access for Ukraine to Patriot technologies. He called on President Trump and the Pentagon to speed up aid due to daily missile strikes on civilians.
Trump Media launches Truth API, which provides high-frequency traders with access to the US president's posts via high-speed channels. Critics cite ethical risks and unequal conditions for retail investors.
The United States has begun work on transferring licenses to Ukraine for the production of Patriot missiles, but the process is at an early stage and is being hampered by political decisions. Certification of supply chains may take 3-6 years, so Ukraine has better prospects in the European Freyja project.
After the conflict in the White House in February 2025, relations between the presidents warmed. Ukraine provided expert assistance to the US and Persian Gulf countries in combating Iranian drones.
US President Donald Trump decided to refrain from a new strike on Iran, agreeing to the request of Tehran and other Middle Eastern countries. The terms of the agreement are the cessation of the nuclear threat and the opening of the Strait of Hormuz.
Iran's Foreign Minister stated a decisive response to possible US aggression. Iran threatens strikes on oil fields in Saudi Arabia and the UAE in case of attacks on its energy infrastructure.
On the first Sunday of August, Ukraine celebrates the Day of the Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. According to the new church calendar, the memory of the Protomartyr Stephen is honored, and according to the old one, the Prophet Elijah.
General Alexus Grinkevich stated that without an additional destroyer, he would choose to defend the US instead of Israel. The intensity of the Iranian operation has depleted the US stocks of key defensive weapons.
The US and Israel are planning a new campaign of strikes on Iran's energy infrastructure, which could be one of the harshest. The strikes could be carried out as early as this weekend, but a decision by US President Trump has not yet been made.
US President Donald Trump released on Truth Social an image of Venezuela with the American flag and the inscription "51st State". Earlier, he stated that he was seriously considering including Venezuela as part of the United States.
President Zelenskyy stated that missiles for Patriot exist in the world and called on partners to make a political decision on their transfer. He emphasized the need to strengthen sanctions against Russia.
Iran's Foreign Ministry warned the United Kingdom, Bulgaria, and Cyprus against the inadmissibility of using their territories for an attack. Iran reserves the right to legitimate defense in case of aggression.
The Prime Minister of Israel vetoed the transfer of systems that the US planned to protect Ukrainian civilians. The veto was justified by the terms of the joint production agreement.
US prosecutors have closed the case against Olympian David Hearn, who was accused of damaging the Reflecting Pool. It turned out that the damage was caused by improper installation under the supervision of the Department of the Interior.
38-year-old Elizabeth-Jane Ross was found dead in a suitcase in Athens. Police believe her phone was used after her death to conceal her disappearance.
Ukrainian tennis player Elina Svitolina lost to Alexandra Eala from the Philippines in the quarterfinals of the WTA 500 tournament in the USA with a score of 3:6, 4:6.
The US is relinquishing leadership of the NATO Security Assistance Group in Germany, which coordinates military aid to Ukraine. The transition will take up to a year, but work with Ukraine will not be interrupted.
The US State Department introduces a permanent visa bond program of up to $20,000 for citizens of 50 countries. The rule will take effect on August 3, with most countries on the list being African.
António Guterres welcomed the agreement on the disarmament of Hamas and the withdrawal of Israeli troops from the Gaza Strip. He called on the parties to adhere to the roadmap to end the war.
On August 1, Orthodox Ukrainians celebrate the Honey Savior, which marks the beginning of the Dormition Fast. Around the world, this day is celebrated as Spider-Man Day and World Lung Cancer Day.
Stocks of American PAC-3 anti-ballistic missiles for Patriot have shrunk to approximately 800 units. Restoring stocks could take about 2.5 years.
The United States stated that it did not redirect the Al-Areesh tanker carrying Qatari LNG to Pakistan. The delay threatens Pakistan's energy security, which depends on Qatari gas.
US President Donald Trump ordered the military to carry out a new attack on Iran this weekend. The US is also considering strikes on Iran's energy infrastructure.
US President Donald Trump stated that Washington's campaign against the ICC is aimed at protecting Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Secretary of State Rubio reported that after the start of the campaign, five countries announced their withdrawal from the court.
US President Donald Trump stated that under the rare earth metals agreement, the US can gain access to Ukrainian resources at any time. He emphasized that the contract has been signed and allows them to take practically everything they want.
US Permanent Representative to NATO Matthew Whitaker stated the desire to obtain Ukrainian anti-drone technologies. He emphasized that Ukraine has become a testing ground for the future.
US President Donald Trump, who previously declared a complete defeat of Iran, now expects the continuation of military actions. He promised to deliver "very strong blows".
