President Zelenskyy stated that Russia is now more inclined towards a ceasefire due to pressure. He emphasized the importance of an honest end to the war and the protection of Ukraine's independence.
President Zelenskyy held a conversation with President Trump and European leaders. They discussed statements made in Moscow and emphasized the need for a fair end to the war.
The meeting between US Ambassador Steve Witkoff and Vladimir Putin was deemed successful, but secondary US sanctions against Russia will be imposed on Friday. They are intended to prevent third-party trade with sanctioned countries.
Negotiations between US President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy have concluded.
Ukraine's partners have pledged over UAH 3 billion for the purchase of household fuel for vulnerable households for the 2025-2026 heating season. Each household can receive UAH 19,400.
The head of the State Department announced the possible imposition of sanctions against Russia. The decision is expected after consultations with the special envoy who returned from the Russian Federation.
India's Ministry of External Affairs states that US tariffs on Russian oil imports are "unfair. " Trump's decision is called "unfortunate," and India promises to protect its interests.
US President Donald Trump will hold his second phone conversation with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky this week today. The conversation will take place amid White House envoy Steve Witkoff's meeting with Russian dictator Vladimir Putin in the Kremlin.
The US President signed a decree introducing an additional 25% tariff on India. This decision is related to India's import of oil from Russia.
Spain has postponed the purchase of American F-35 fighters, focusing on European options. The country plans to modernize the Eurofighter and invest in the future FCAS system.
The US and NATO have introduced the PURL mechanism to accelerate the supply of critically important American weapons to Ukraine. The initiative is funded by European members of the Alliance and Canada, providing for regular aid packages worth about 500 million dollars each.
Russian dictator's aide Yuriy Ushakov reported on a "useful and constructive conversation" between Putin and Stephen Witkoff, where the "Ukrainian crisis" and strategic cooperation were discussed. Putin conveyed "some signals to the US regarding the Ukrainian issue," and similar signals were received from Donald Trump.
US President's Special Envoy Stephen Witkoff held his fifth meeting with Vladimir Putin in Moscow. The talks lasted about three hours.
Russia attacked a compressor station of the Gas Transmission System Operator of Ukraine in Odesa region. This facility ensures gas supplies from LNG terminals in Greece to Ukrainian gas storage facilities and is involved in the supply route for LNG from the USA and gas from Azerbaijan.
US authorities will sell the superyacht Amadea, linked to Russian senator Suleiman Kerimov, at a closed auction on September 10, 2025. The reason for the sale is the monthly maintenance costs of the vessel, which amount to almost $1 million.
Putin met with Steve Witkoff, US President Donald Trump's special envoy, in the Kremlin. The meeting took place ahead of Trump's deadline for Russia regarding peace efforts.
The US House of Representatives Oversight Committee demands that the Department of Justice disclose all Jeffrey Epstein files. Among those summoned for questioning are Hillary and Bill Clinton, as well as former attorneys general and FBI directors.
President Zelenskyy commented on Russia's night attacks on Zaporizhzhia, Dnipropetrovsk, Odesa, Kharkiv, and Donetsk regions, which resulted in casualties and infrastructure damage. He emphasized the need to increase pressure on the Kremlin to end the war.
Thousands of people in Hiroshima honored the memory of the victims of the 1945 atomic bombing. The city's mayor urged world leaders to visit Hiroshima and consider the lessons of the tragedy, warning of the consequences of military buildup.
The aid includes repairs for M777 howitzers, logistics services, and more.
Gold prices slightly decreased due to the strengthening dollar and investors' expectations of Trump's decisions regarding appointments to the Fed. Spot gold fell by 0.2%, futures by 0.1%.
US Secretary of Health Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announced the redirection of $500 million from the development of new mRNA vaccines to other, safer and more universal technologies.
JPMorgan and Bank of America refused to serve Donald Trump, depriving him of millions of dollars in assets and access to services. This happened due to his key role in the events of January 6, 2021, namely the storming of the Capitol.
The National Bank of Ukraine set the official hryvnia exchange rate at UAH 41. 6845/USD, strengthening it by 11 kopecks. The euro exchange rate is UAH 48.09/EUR, and the zloty is UAH 11.24/PLN.
Brent and WTI crude futures rose 0. 6% after falling to a five-week low. This happened amid fears of supply disruptions due to US threats to impose tariffs on India for buying Russian oil.
US President's special envoy Steve Witkoff arrived in Moscow on August 6. Based on the results of his visit, Trump will make a decision regarding the imposition of sanctions.
On June 6, the world celebrates World Day for the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons and Day of Gratitude to Agricultural Workers. Christians celebrate the Transfiguration of the Lord God and Savior Jesus Christ.
Four people died in the crash of a Beechcraft 300 medical transport plane on the Navajo Nation in Arizona. The plane was en route to a hospital to pick up a patient.
Donald Trump considers US Vice President J. D. Vance his successor. He also sees Marco Rubio in leadership positions in the White House.
Deputy Head of the Office of the President of Ukraine Iryna Vereshchuk stated that Russia's war against Ukraine will not end soon. She emphasized the danger of denying reality and called on society to prepare for a long war.
