US State Department spokesperson Tammy Bruce stated that the United States did not support recent Israeli strikes on Syria, expressing dissatisfaction and working towards de-escalation. Washington calls on Syrian authorities to engage in dialogue for integration.
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer does not rule out London's participation in Germany and the US's talks on arms procurement for Ukraine. Discussions are at an early stage between London, Washington, and European countries.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz stated that the delivery of Patriot systems to Ukraine is being discussed, but will take days or weeks. The US has also revised the Patriot supply schedule to accelerate support for Ukraine.
Chicago corn and soybean futures fell to a virtual 19-year low due to expectations of a bumper harvest in the US. This creates difficulties for American farmers due to high production costs and growing competition from Brazil.
The US is considering selling Patriot air defense systems from its own stocks to Ukraine. This is happening as part of Donald Trump's new plan, under which European allies will purchase American weapons for Kyiv.
The US has revised the Patriot system supply schedule to accelerate support for Ukraine. Switzerland, which ordered five such systems, will receive them later than planned due to the reorientation of supplies in favor of Ukraine.
A meeting of the Verkhovna Rada will take place in July to deepen cooperation with the USA, which will concern pressure on the Russian Federation. President Zelenskyy is discussing a defense agreement with Donald Trump, which provides for the purchase of Ukrainian drones by the USA and American weapons by Kyiv.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is discussing a breakthrough defense deal with Donald Trump. The US could acquire Ukrainian drones, tested in war, in exchange for Kyiv's purchase of American weapons.
In the updated government led by Yulia Svyrydenko, most ministers retained their positions, some swapped chairs. Denys Shmyhal headed the Ministry of Defense, Herman Halushchenko — the Ministry of Justice, and Svitlana Hrynchuk — the Ministry of Energy.
In July, which is informally celebrated as Ice Cream Month in Ukraine, UNN offers a selection of homemade ice cream recipes. Among them are classic vanilla, fruit and berry without cream, popsicle on a stick, chocolate, and "Baileys" ice cream.
Andriy Sybiha stated that US support continues and the cost of war for the aggressor is increasing.
Head of the Presidential Office Andriy Yermak stated that China is deepening its support for Russia by sending mercenaries to Ukraine, some of whom have already been captured. He called on Chinese leader Xi Jinping to meet with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian for the first time admitted failures in the security sphere during the war against Israel, emphasizing the need to analyze and correct them. This admission is rare for authoritarian Iran, where military personnel were killed and facilities attacked during the conflict.
Tomorrow, July 18, it will be known what position ex-Minister of Defense Rustem Umierov will take. Earlier, he was considered for the position of Ukraine's ambassador to the USA, but later information appeared about a possible appointment to the National Security and Defense Council.
Europe's commercial real estate market is not meeting recovery expectations, with property sales at a nearly decade-low. Annual sales in the first quarter of 2025 remained at €47.8 billion, more than half the figure from three years ago.
President Zelenskyy stated that about 40% of the weapons of the Armed Forces of Ukraine are produced in Ukraine, and this figure should increase to 50% within six months. The new government will audit defense agreements with partners.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy signed a decree appointing Olha Stefanishyna as Special Commissioner for the Development of Cooperation with the United States of America.
Jaguar Land Rover is cutting 500 jobs in the UK due to falling sales and the trade war with the US. The layoffs will be part of a voluntary program and will primarily affect management.
Law enforcement officers stopped the activities of a pseudo-rehabilitation center in Odesa, where people were held against their will. The organizer and four members of the group were notified of suspicion for illegal deprivation of liberty.
The United States has developed a low-cost combat drone, LUCAS, designed to compete with Iran's Shahed-136. The system, created by SpektreWorks, is ready for production and integration with US forces.
Syria's interim president, Ahmed al-Sharaa, has declared the protection of the Druze community a priority following reports of troop withdrawals from As-Suwayda. This comes after Israeli airstrikes on Damascus and amid inter-communal clashes that have resulted in over 350 deaths.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced future new agreements with the USA, which will require changes in diplomatic work with Washington. He also thanked Shmyhal for his work and Svyrydenko for "cashback" and "Zelenskyy's 1000".
The European Commission has temporarily suspended its investigation into the social network X for violating digital transparency rules. This decision is related to trade negotiations between the EU and the US to avoid escalating tensions with Washington.
Former Deputy Prime Minister Olha Stefanishyna has been appointed Ambassador to the USA. Former Minister of Defense Rustem Umerov will move to the National Security and Defense Council (NSDC), MP Yaroslav Zhelezniak reported.
A 7. 3 magnitude earthquake occurred off the coast of Alaska, with an epicenter 87 km south of Sand Point. A tsunami warning was issued, which was later canceled for Anchorage.
Iceland has sufficient public support to resume EU accession talks, despite trade disputes and US threats. 58% of Icelanders support resuming negotiations, and the foreign minister considers it vital.
The German Ministry of Defense has no information about current supplies of Patriot air defense systems to Ukraine, despite Donald Trump's statements. A meeting of partner states will take place on Monday to discuss additional supplies.
In the first half of 2025, Ukrainians purchased 30. 8 thousand used passenger cars up to 5 years old. Electric vehicles account for almost half of imports in this segment.
A modernized helicopter for the Ukrainian Air Force, equipped with modern weapons and a secure communication system, has successfully passed tests. However, despite being ready for service, it remains unused due to criminal proceedings and bureaucratic obstacles.
Gold prices fell by 0. 2% to $3340.79 per ounce due to a strengthening dollar and easing market tensions. This occurred after Donald Trump's statement about the "highly unlikely" dismissal of Fed Chairman Jerome Powell.
