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United States

Federal republic in North America
The USA is a country located in North America, sharing this continent only with Canada. The country's area is 9,827 km². The population is 328 million people. The capital is Washington. In 1776, the USA declared independence from Great Britain. The main ethnic groups of the population: descendants of white migrants from Europe – 79.9% of the population, Latin Americans – 15%, black people – 12.8%, Asians – 4.4%, indigenous peoples – 0.97%. The USA ranks first in the world in terms of GDP per capita - $81,630. The United States was one of the initiators of the creation of NATO, in which it occupies a leading position. The most famous presidents: George Washington, Abraham Lincoln, Franklin Roosevelt, Ronald Reagan.
1776
Thirteen colonies declared independence from Great Britain
1787
A new constitution of the United States of America was drafted
1803
The country doubled in size thanks to the acquisition of territories from France
1865
Slavery was abolished throughout the country
1920
Women gained the right to vote
1945
The country played a key role in the victory over Nazi Germany and Imperial Japan in World War II
1948
A program of assistance to European economies was launched after the war
1964
A law was passed banning discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin
1969
The country's astronaut became the first person to set foot on the Moon
1993
The North American Free Trade Agreement was signed
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Trump announced a great conversation with Modi: it was about resolving the conflict in Ukraine

US President Donald Trump held a telephone conversation with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, thanking him for his support in resolving the conflict in Ukraine. Modi confirmed his support for US initiatives for a peaceful resolution of the conflict.

Politics • September 16, 06:36 PM • 15580 views
Energy and financial sectors: working group on sanctions prepared new proposals to increase pressure on Russia

The international working group has prepared proposals to increase pressure on Russia to cease fire. They include sanctions against the energy and financial sectors, asset confiscation, and restrictions on access to military technologies.

Politics • September 16, 05:49 PM • 3334 views
Czech ammunition initiative under threat: populists promise to stop it

The Czech Republic has successfully delivered over a million artillery shells to Ukraine, but the populist ANO party criticizes this initiative. Its leader, Andrej Babiš, promises to stop supplies if he comes to power, considering the costs too high for taxpayers.

Politics • September 16, 05:41 PM • 3492 views
Trump administration approved first package of military aid to Ukraine, financed by allies - media

Donald Trump's administration has approved the first packages of US aid to Ukraine in the form of weapons supplies. This is the first application of a new mechanism developed by the US and its allies to supply Ukraine with weapons from American stockpiles using funds from NATO countries.

Politics • September 16, 05:18 PM • 5144 views
Man arrested in Britain for flying drone over Windsor Park ahead of Trump's visit

This is the first arrest related to heightened security measures, which include airspace restrictions and additional police forces.

Politics • September 16, 05:02 PM • 5533 views
Hungary and Slovakia face serious consequences if they continue to buy Russian oil - Senator Graham

US Senator Lindsey Graham said that Hungary and Slovakia, which continue to buy Russian oil, will face consequences. He expressed hope that these countries would join the US in stopping the bloodshed.

Economy • September 16, 04:59 PM • 3829 views
Trump's visit to Britain: program of events and what to expect

US President Donald Trump is making his second state visit to Great Britain from September 16 to 18. Meetings are planned with King Charles III, Queen Camilla, and Prime Minister Keir Starmer, as well as the announcement of economic agreements worth over $10 billion.

Politics • September 16, 04:50 PM • 125119 views
Japan rejects US call for higher tariffs on China and India over trade with Russia

Japanese Finance Minister Katsunobu Kato rejected a US call to increase pressure on Russian President Vladimir Putin by imposing higher tariffs on Russian oil imports for China and India. Japan cites WTO obligations that do not allow tariffs to be applied beyond established limits.

Politics • September 16, 04:34 PM • 3435 views
Trump went to Britain: details of the trip and meetings

US President Donald Trump went to Great Britain on his second state visit, accompanied by First Lady Melania Trump. He noted that the meeting with King Charles will take place at Windsor Castle, not Buckingham Palace.

News of the World • September 16, 02:52 PM • 3804 views
TikTok deal with China reached - Trump

US President Donald Trump announced that an agreement with China on TikTok has been reached. He plans to finalize the details of the deal during a conversation with Xi Jinping on Friday.

Politics • September 16, 02:20 PM • 3675 views
Zelenskyy will have to make a deal - Trump

Donald Trump stated that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy will have to make a deal to end the Russian invasion. He also noted that Europe must stop buying oil from Russia.

Politics • September 16, 02:17 PM • 3219 views
Coachella 2026 announced headliners: Bieber, Carpenter, Karol G, and Anyma

Justin Bieber, Sabrina Carpenter, Karol G, and Anyma will headline the Coachella 2026 festival, which will take place on April 10-12 and 17-19 in Indio, California. All of them have previously performed at Coachella, with Bieber appearing as a guest at four different festivals.

Culture • September 16, 02:15 PM • 56395 views
Zelenskyy: Russia will avoid real diplomacy and ending the war until it feels truly heavy lossesVideo

President Zelenskyy stated that Russia continues to strike Ukrainian cities, including Zaporizhzhia, Kyiv Oblast, Kharkiv, Sumy Oblast, Donetsk Oblast, and Kherson. He emphasized that the only reason Russia can afford to do this is because it does not feel sufficiently heavy losses.

War in Ukraine • September 16, 01:25 PM • 2728 views
Cuts in US aid could cause millions of new TB cases – study

A study has shown that ending US financial support for health programs could lead to over 10 million additional cases of tuberculosis and approximately 2. 5 million deaths. In 2024, America provided over 55% of all external funding for the fight against tuberculosis.

Health • September 16, 12:45 PM • 3974 views
Actor and director Robert Redford dies - NYT

Robert Redford, film star and director, has died at the age of 89. He was known for his films that touched on serious topics and his active environmental protection work.

Culture • September 16, 12:26 PM • 6016 views
EU postponed presentation of 19th package of sanctions against Russia after Trump's demands - Bloomberg

The European Union has postponed the official introduction of another package of sanctions against Russia after US President Donald Trump demanded stricter European measures as a condition for the US to proceed with its own sanctions.

Politics • September 16, 11:01 AM • 4864 views
What Putin promised Trump over the past six months - Ukraine's Foreign Ministry's response

Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha stated that Vladimir Putin promised Donald Trump to restore diplomacy and end the war, but did not take any steps. Instead, Russia intensified terror, refused to meet with leaders, and carried out terrorist attacks.

Politics • September 16, 10:48 AM • 24782 views
China enters top 10 most innovative countries for the first time, displacing Germany - UN ranking

China has entered the top 10 of the UN's annual innovation ranking for the first time, taking 10th place. This was due to significant investments in research and development, while Germany dropped to 11th place.

Economy • September 16, 10:09 AM • 3840 views
Oil prices stabilized as the market weighed supply risks from Russia and the US interest rate decision

Oil prices remained stable on Tuesday. Brent crude futures fell 0.3% to $67.24 a barrel, while US West Texas Intermediate crude fell 0.3%.

Economy • September 16, 09:53 AM • 3288 views
TikTok on the verge of a ban: Oracle prepares to participate in a deal that will allow the platform to remain in the American market

Technology company Oracle may join a consortium of firms that will allow TikTok to operate in the US. The final decision will be made by US President Trump and China's Xi Jinping this week.

Politics • September 16, 09:25 AM • 4133 views
Dollar, euro, or crypto? What investments should Ukrainians choose after the Fed's rate review?

Ukrainians should prepare for changes in the currency and investment markets due to the approaching decision of the US Federal Reserve on the interest rate, which is expected on September 17.

Economy • September 16, 08:21 AM • 3584 views
The White House understands what sanctions it can impose against Russia, but the final decision will be made by the president - Rubio

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said that the White House understands the available sanction mechanisms against Russia. President Donald Trump may decide to apply them, calling on Europe to also impose sanctions.

Politics • September 16, 07:52 AM • 3012 views
Zelenskyy on security guarantees: I want a document supported by the US and all European partners

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy expressed hope that British Prime Minister Keir Starmer would have a concrete discussion with Donald Trump regarding US security guarantees for Ukraine. Zelenskyy emphasized the need for a document supported by the US and European partners to end the war.

Politics • September 16, 07:36 AM • 3481 views
DIU revealed foreign components and the "filling" of the Russian "Geran-3" drone

The Main Intelligence Directorate of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine showed the "filling" of the Russian drone and spoke about the foreign components used in it.

War in Ukraine • September 16, 07:02 AM • 35932 views
We need to do everything to be ready for war - Nawrocki

Poland's new president, Karol Nawrocki, called on NATO to step up efforts to be ready for war and expressed confidence that the Russian drone attack on Poland on September 10 was directed from Moscow. He supported Donald Trump's call for NATO countries to stop importing Russian oil.

Politics • September 16, 06:42 AM • 23282 views
Trump has enough power to make Putin fear him - Zelenskyy

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that the US could use sanctions to harm Russia's economy. He believes that Donald Trump has enough power to make Russian dictator Vladimir Putin fear him.

Politics • September 16, 06:26 AM • 3880 views
US will not impose tariffs on China over Russian oil without Europe - Minister

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent stated that the US would not impose additional tariffs on Chinese goods to stop purchases of Russian oil unless European countries impose high tariffs on China and India. Bessent emphasized the need for Europe to play a more active role in reducing Russian oil revenues and ending the war in Ukraine.

Politics • September 16, 05:54 AM • 4329 views
Israel launched a ground offensive on Gaza City to destroy Hamas - Axios

Israeli forces have launched a ground offensive on Gaza City with the aim of destroying Hamas, a new escalation of the conflict. The operation began after Netanyahu met with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, who supported a swift end to the offensive.

Politics • September 15, 11:56 PM • 10542 views
India sent troops to Russia-led 'Zapad' exercises - The Times

India has sent 65 servicemen to participate in the Russia-led 'Zapad' military exercises, which practice war scenarios with NATO countries. The maneuvers, involving 30,000 Russian and Belarusian troops, include ballistic missile launches and simulated airstrikes.

Politics • September 15, 08:18 PM • 4832 views
Carrying with me the courage and resilience of the people of Ukraine: Stefanishyna began her work as ambassador to the USAVideo

Former Deputy Prime Minister Olha Stefanishyna began her work as Ukraine's ambassador to the USA. She held a moment of silence, honoring the memory of those who died for Ukraine's independence.

Politics • September 15, 05:05 PM • 3301 views