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The United States and Iran have agreed on a ceasefire regime that provides for freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz. An announcement is expected in the coming days.
John Ratcliffe arrived in Moscow for talks with Russian officials. Michael Weiss suggested that he did not meet with Putin.
A plane belonging to the «Russia» special flight detachment departed from Vnukovo after an American Boeing C-17. The reasons for the flight are currently unknown.
Iran and Oman have proposed jointly creating a temporary shipping corridor through the Strait of Hormuz and conducting mine clearance. Talks are ongoing.
The American Boeing C-17 that brought John Ratcliffe to Moscow departed from "Vnukovo" for Riga. Before the visit, the U.S. asked Ukraine to suspend strikes.
The Trump administration asked Kyiv to refrain from strikes on Moscow, St. Petersburg and northern Russia for several days. Ukraine agreed.
Trump said that all mines in the Strait of Hormuz had been neutralized or destroyed. He threatened to immediately destroy vessels that lay new ones.
John Ratcliffe arrived in Moscow for talks for the first time since the beginning of his term. The US asked Ukraine to suspend strikes until his departure.
In January–July 2026, Ukraine imported passenger cars worth $2. 624 billion — 17% less than last year. More than 70% of the cars were used.
Brent fell to $89. 10, while WTI fell to $82.08 per barrel. Traders see economic pressure as less of a threat to supplies than escalation.
The peak of the partial eclipse will occur at 07:12 Kyiv time, but it will not be fully visible in Ukraine. The phenomenon will last 5 hours and 38 minutes.
Beijing promised to protect its interests after the U. S. plans to expand sanctions against Iran and its partners. China buys most of Iran’s oil.
Zelenskyy said that France had transferred Crotale systems, missiles for them, and "a few" Patriot missiles to Ukraine. The exact quantity was not disclosed.
Trump congratulated Ukraine on the 35th anniversary of the restoration of independence and wished for the conflict to end. Zelenskyy thanked the United States for its support.
The Trump administration may revoke up to 200,000 B1 and B2 visas from foreigners who have filed or are filing asylum applications. The decision is being prepared jointly with the Department of Homeland Security.
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The U. S. deputy permanent representative to the U.N. called for negotiations. Washington is ready to facilitate dialogue and called for an end to any strikes targeting civilian vessels or putting them at risk of damage.
Tehran said it is ready for new U. S. sanctions pressure and has a two-year plan to overcome it. Washington imposed restrictions on 60 targets.
Donald Trump criticized Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney and Doug Ford over the failure of trade negotiations. He threatened Ottawa with consequences.
The US Department of Homeland Security is proposing to make the fee for new H-1B visas permanent. Its legality is being challenged in court.
The British prime minister plans to meet with Trump in the US in September. He wants to negotiate additional Patriot missiles for Ukraine.
Trump said that under Biden, critical race theory and transgender issues were promoted in schools. He promised educational changes.
Donald Trump bought $15,001–$50,000 worth of SpaceX stock in June. It was one of more than 1,000 transactions made by the president that month.
Norway’s potential deal for 21 UH-60Ms is estimated at $2. 3 billion. Ukraine is primarily considering used Black Hawks to modernize its aircraft fleet.
SpaceX’s first satellites with artificial intelligence are planned to launch by the end of 2027. The network is expected to reach significant scale in 2028.
Only 31% of Americans support the war with Iran, while Trump's approval rating has remained at a record-low 33%. 83% expect a prolonged conflict.
Mexico was outraged by the deportation of its citizens to third countries without prior warning. The US has already transferred more than 2,000 Mexicans to Guatemala.
Washington officially removed Syria from the list of state sponsors of terrorism. The decision is expected to pave the way for investment and economic recovery.
The United States has launched the “Economic Outcast” campaign and expanded sanctions against nearly 60 organizations, individuals, and vessels. The restrictions cover oil, cyber operations, and technology.
Scott Bessent said that no one is immune from U. S. sanctions for supporting Iranian oil operations. China purchases up to 90%\r of Iran’s oil exports.