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.
The United States is ready to provide intelligence resources and battlefield oversight for any Western security plan for post-war Ukraine. The US will also participate in the country's European air defense shield.
President Zelenskyy announced upcoming contacts with Turkey and European countries regarding platforms for negotiations with Russia. Ukraine is ready to work quickly to end the war, but expects confirmation from partners and pressure on the Russian Federation.
In the USA, a stepfather was arrested after his 11-year-old stepdaughter gave birth at home. A DNA test confirmed his paternity, and he faces life imprisonment.
General Motors is recalling over 23,500 Chevrolet Corvette cars from the 2023-2025 model years in the USA. The reason is a fuel leak, which could lead to a fire.
The Netherlands is allocating 500 million euros to finance at least one complete set of American air defense systems and ammunition for Ukraine. This is part of a support package within the framework of Ukraine's Priority Urgent Requirements List (PURL).
Minister of Foreign Affairs Andriy Sybiha stated that security guarantees for Ukraine must be legally binding. He emphasized the importance of accelerating the peace process and strengthening Ukraine's defense capabilities.
Donald Trump's decision to dismiss Fed Governor Lisa Cook triggered a decline in the US bond market. Investors fear an undermining of trust in financial institutions and accelerating inflation.
