December 30, 09:46 AM • 33094 views
07:50 PM • 2936 viewsLindsey Graham wants to amend the bill on sanctions against the Russian Federation. It will allow countries that contribute to the defense of Ukraine to be exempted from the 500% duty on trade with Russia.
Donald Trump has banned citizens of 12 countries from entering the United States due to security risks. Partial restrictions will apply to 7 other countries, with exceptions for certain categories.
In June 2025, the nuclear submarine "Knyaz Pozharsky" will join the Northern Fleet of the Russian Federation. The submarine is equipped with 96 nuclear warheads and missiles, making it the basis of Russia's nuclear forces.
The American-Ukrainian Reconstruction Investment Fund will start with projects in the field of graphite, lithium and titanium. The first meeting of the Steering Council of the Fund will take place at the end of July.
Alexander Stubb emphasized the need to increase sanctions pressure on Russia from the US and the European Union. He assured close cooperation between members and partners of the Alliance.
Since the beginning of the year, the Russians have used nearly 11,200 "Shaheds" and over 700 missiles, including ballistic ones, against Ukraine. Zelenskyy emphasized the deliberate pace of strikes by the Russian Federation.
A Russian satellite of the "Cosmos" series approached an unnamed US government satellite. USSPACECOM will monitor the satellite's alarming behavior.
The US does not plan to provide air defense equipment to support the peacekeeping forces of Great Britain and France in Ukraine. Allies disagree on how to combat Russian aggression.
Ukraine is launching a joint arms production initiative with Ramstein countries. Partners are ready to finance production and transfer weapons to Ukraine.
The Head of the Presidential Office thanked the United States for its assistance to Ukraine and emphasized the need to cut off Russia's access to resources for the war. He underscored the importance of sanctions and the use of frozen Russian assets for the reconstruction of Ukraine.
According to Putin's aide, Trump assured that the United States was not aware of Kyiv's plans to attack Russian airfields. Also, the Kremlin expressed hope for the continuation of negotiations with Ukraine.
The Prime Minister of Canada stated that the country will not immediately react to the increase in US tariffs on steel and aluminum. The government is taking time to consider a response to the actions of the United States.
Iran's Supreme Leader has criticized the initial US proposal for talks on Tehran's nuclear program, but has not rejected the idea of a deal with Washington. He believes negotiations are important for the economy.
Putin told Trump about the need to respond to the strikes on airfields. Trump discussed with him "Ukraine's attack on Russian planes".
The U. S. Embassy in Kyiv has urged citizens to be cautious due to ongoing Russian air attacks. Citizens are advised to immediately seek shelter in case of an alert.
The Russian dictator stated that he does not see the possibility of negotiations with Ukraine at the highest level, calling the Ukrainian authorities "terrorist. " He believes that a break in hostilities will be used to prepare terrorist attacks.
Andriy Yermak discussed the situation on the front, support for Ukraine and negotiations with Russia with the US Secretary of State in Washington. They also talked about the exchange of prisoners and the return of abducted children.
China has expressed dissatisfaction with the US statement on the events in Tiananmen Square, calling it a distortion of historical facts and interference in internal affairs. The United States honored the memory of the victims.
The President stated that Russia's demands regarding Ukraine have hardly changed since 2022, only the wording has changed. Zelenskyy also added that the change in US rhetoric is helping Ukraine.
The 28th meeting of the Contact Group on the Defense of Ukraine has begun in Brussels. For the first time in 3 years, the head of the Pentagon is not participating.
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte believes that negotiations with the Russian Federation are necessary to test Putin's intentions. He emphasized the importance of US efforts in this process to achieve lasting peace in Ukraine.
The new third-generation Nissan Leaf has become a crossover on the Nissan CMF-EV platform. The electric car received modern screens and an electrochromic panoramic roof.
Mark Rutte assured that the US will be represented at the "Ramstein" format meeting, despite reports of the absence of the Secretary of Defense. He emphasized the full commitment of the US to supporting Ukraine.
23-year-old Anthony Reyes climbed over the wall of Trump's estate to "preach the Gospel" and marry his 18-year-old granddaughter Kai. Trump was in Washington at the time of the incident.
Yulianna Druzhynina from Lutsk has won the title of "Mrs. Ukraine World International" and will represent the country at the competition in the USA. She has combined career, family, and has become an inspiration for many women.
In the course of the three-year war against Ukraine, Russia has lost about a million soldiers. Ukrainian losses are estimated at 400,000. In total, 20% of the territory is occupied.
EU officials are discussing possible actions by Trump, including a complete curtailment of support for Ukraine and the start of a large-scale trade war. Official Brussels fears that Trump will combine these issues into a tool of pressure.
The Verkhovna Rada finally approved changes to the Budget Code for the implementation of the agreement between Ukraine and the USA on mineral resources. The funds will go to a special fund of the state budget for reconstruction.
The SBU shared footage of the preparation for the special operation "Cobweb", which resulted in the destruction of 34% of strategic cruise missile carriers at the main airfields of the Russian Federation. The General Staff confirmed the loss of 41 aircraft.
The price of gold has barely changed after speculation about a possible conversation between the leaders of the United States and China. The growing appetite for risk has affected the demand for metals.
