IAEA inspectors resumed work in Iran after evacuation, but there is no final agreement on cooperation. Tehran insists on the peaceful nature of its nuclear program.
US President Donald Trump stated the necessity of indicting George Soros and his son under the RICO Act. The reason cited was their support for violent protests in the USA.
The average size of a mortgage for home purchase in the US reached $433,400, a two-month high. The total volume of mortgage applications decreased by 0.5%, while applications for home purchases increased by 2%.
More than 170 Ukrainian medical facilities receive funding under the medical guarantee package "Emergency Preparedness". This allows them to prepare for biological, chemical, radiation, and nuclear threats.
The NISAR satellite, a joint development by NASA and ISRO, has been launched into orbit with the largest reflector antenna. It will track glacier movement, earthquakes, landslides, and deforestation.
Chinese chipmakers aim to triple their total production of artificial intelligence processors next year. Three new factories, designed to support Huawei, could exceed SMIC's current total output.
The 50% tariffs on Indian goods introduced by Donald Trump could reduce India's exports by $37 billion, nullifying billions of dollars saved on Russian oil. This decision will have long-term consequences for India's economy and Prime Minister Modi's political standing.
The Ukrainian government has announced a tender for a production sharing agreement at the Dobra site, which holds lithium reserves. This step aims to attract investment and develop value-added industries.
Deputy Minister of Health Ihor Kuzin predicts an increase in COVID-19 incidence in late September – early October. Restrictive measures and lockdown are unlikely, as the indicators are significantly lower than last year.
Russian oil supplies decreased by 320,000 barrels per day in the week to August 24 due to infrastructure damage and the doubling of US tariffs on Indian goods. Export volumes to India have fallen by more than 500,000 barrels per day in the last two months.
The European Commission rejects Donald Trump's accusations of discrimination against American technologies within the framework of the EU's digital services rules. The Digital Markets Act and Digital Services Act apply to all companies without exception.
After a call from Donald Trump, Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban reduced his resistance to Ukraine's accession to the European Union. Diplomats hope for a breakthrough on Ukraine's accession in the coming months.
In London, Princess Diana's time capsule, laid in 1991, was opened, revealing a Kylie Minogue CD, a pocket TV, and a photograph of the princess. The capsule was unearthed earlier than planned due to the construction of a children's oncology center.
The European Union aims to abolish all tariffs on US industrial goods by the end of the week. This is President Trump's demand for a reduction in US tariffs on European car exports.
Ukraine and its allies are accelerating the development of a security guarantee architecture. President Zelenskyy notes that it is already time to organize a conversation between leaders, but the Russians are sending negative signals.
The Center for Countering Disinformation of the National Security and Defense Council of Ukraine reports on the collapse of the Russian space industry. The management of the Energia corporation recognized the critical situation, and the private holding SR Space went bankrupt.
Donald Trump imposed high tariffs on Indian goods due to the country's purchase of Russian oil and weapons. India plans to lower taxes to mitigate the economic impact.
The Lebanese government will present a plan on August 31, according to which the radical group must lay down its arms. The leader of Hezbollah stated that he would not implement it until Israel fulfills the ceasefire agreement.
Spot gold prices fell by 0. 5% to $3375.06 per ounce. This comes amid a rising dollar and concerns about the independence of the US central bank after Trump's threat.
Alexander Stubb stated the necessity of striking the Russian war machine. He believes that Russia will try to advance in Ukraine before winter.
Oil prices stabilized on Wednesday after falling, as the market watched the war in Ukraine. Investors were assessing the imposition of high US tariffs on India.
ISW analysts predict that the Kremlin will not accept US and European proposals on security guarantees for Ukraine. Russia has repeatedly rejected the presence of NATO troops as part of such guarantees.
US President Donald Trump announced his intention to use economic sanctions to prevent a world war. He also noted that there would be no world war, but there could be an economic one, which would be bad for Russia.
The special envoy of the President of the United States of America, Steve Witkoff, stated that Putin expressed a desire to end the war against Ukraine. Witkoff believes that Putin's personal presence is needed for a peace agreement.
ExxonMobil is holding closed-door negotiations with Rosneft regarding the resumption of development of Sakhalin-1, subject to permission from the US and Russian governments. Negotiations intensified after Trump's inauguration, and the company received support from the US government.
US President's special envoy, Steve Witkoff, will meet with Ukrainian representatives in New York this week. He noted that the US talks with Russians daily.
A new mansion in Hong Kong was sold for HK$1. 09 billion, making it the most expensive deal of the year. It is located in The Peak area, has over a thousand square meters and five bedrooms.
On August 26, an earthquake of magnitude 5. 5 occurred in Dagestan, with its epicenter located in the Caspian Sea. Tremors were felt in several regions, including Makhachkala, Chechnya, and Azerbaijan.
Donald Trump commented on Sergey Lavrov's statements regarding Volodymyr Zelenskyy's legitimacy. Trump called Lavrov's words "nonsense" and stated that they do not matter.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced that Germany, Poland, and the Czech Republic will be the first countries to apply the norms on multiple citizenship. After that, multiple citizenship can be extended to Canada and the USA.
