December 30, 09:46 AM • 27638 viewsAccording to the NYT, Elon Musk used drugs heavily when he became an ally of Donald Trump. This included ketamine, ecstasy, and psychedelic mushrooms.
Trump may step away from Ukraine and focus on the Middle East to win the Nobel Peace Prize. If Russia does not make concessions, the US may withdraw from negotiations.
Russia declares its readiness to escalate hostilities, ignoring calls for peace. Sybiha emphasizes that this is a contempt for all countries that strive for a peaceful settlement.
US President Donald Trump has stated that China has completely violated the agreement on customs duties, which is increasing tensions in bilateral trade between the countries. The United States and China previously agreed to reduce customs duties for 90 days.
Former CIA chief Petraeus believes that if successful in Ukraine, putin may attack Lithuania. He criticized the US delay in arming and emphasized the huge losses of the russian federation.
Real Madrid have signed Trent Alexander-Arnold from Liverpool for 10 million euros for 6 years. The player's release clause is 1 billion euros, he will play at the Club World Cup.
The US has reopened the ambassador's residence in Damascus after a 12-year break in diplomatic relations. This indicates a warming of relations between the US and Syria. Representatives of the two countries signed an agreement on energy development.
The Trump administration plans to significantly increase arms sales to Taiwan, which could increase tensions in relations between the United States and China. It is expected that the volume of arms sales to Taipei will exceed the figures of Trump's first term.
Jan Lipavský stated that in regions where Russia borders NATO countries, there is no war, unlike other regions where conflicts are taking place. Kellogg previously said that Russia's concern about NATO expansion is understandable.
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan stated that the issue of Ukraine's membership in NATO was not the subject of negotiations with the Russian side during his visit to Moscow. He emphasized the importance of bringing the positions of Europe, the USA and Turkey closer on this issue.
A senior Hamas official has said the group rejects the US proposal for a truce and the release of hostages. Israel has agreed to the plan, but Hamas is demanding an end to the war.
The President of Ukraine reacted to the night attack by the Russian Federation, emphasizing that Russia will not abandon its strategy of destruction without sufficient pressure. Zelenskyy called on the United States, Europe, and all those who strive for peace to be resolute and not bargain with the aggressor.
UN Security Council meeting showed: the world condemns Russia's attacks on the civilian population of Ukraine. Sybiha stressed support for the call for a 30-day ceasefire.
Polish President Andrzej Duda awarded Kyrylo Budanov the Gold Officer's Cross of the Order of Merit to Poland. Vadym Skibitsky was also awarded the Knight's Cross.
Ukraine welcomes Trump's possible participation in Zelenskyy's meeting with Putin. The meeting may take place in an expanded format.
Billionaire Elon Musk is leaving his position in the US government, but will be an informal advisor to Trump. A press conference is expected in the Oval Office.
Military intelligence officer Nathan Laatsch wanted to transfer secret data to a friendly government due to disagreements with US policy. He was detained while trying to transfer information.
U. S. Special Representative Keith Kellogg stressed that European leaders are rightly concerned about Russia's actions. Finland feels threatened by the build-up of Russian forces on the border.
The US State Department spokeswoman stated that Trump is disappointed by the shelling of Ukraine during ceasefire negotiations. The United States will make decisions regarding negotiations taking into account the development of events.
The US is not planning to send a delegation to the talks between Ukraine and Russia in Istanbul. Trump expects progress, but wants to see the results of the meeting without the participation of the American side.
The EU is preparing a new mobile application for age verification that will allow confirming age without disclosing personal data. This step aims to enhance the protection of children online and will be the first stage towards the launch of the EU digital wallet in 2026.
Russia demands guarantees from the West that NATO will not expand eastward as a condition for ending the war. Kellogg called it a "fair concern", but Ukraine's accession to the Alliance is not being discussed.
Russia earns billions from oil exports to the West, which allows it to finance the war. Russia's revenues from fossil fuels fell by only 5% in 2024, despite sanctions.
The next round of negotiations between Ukraine and Russia will take place on June 2 in Istanbul. Ukraine expects a "memorandum" from Russia with a vision for a ceasefire for discussion.
The administration of US President Donald Trump intends to create a Remigration Office to deport unassimilated foreigners. This step has provoked criticism and accusations of supporting a policy of ethnic cleansing.
Gold fell by 0. 5% due to the strengthening of the dollar. Investors are waiting for data on the personal consumption expenditure price index in the US to assess the further policy of the Federal Reserve.
Oil prices are falling due to expectations of increased OPEC+ production in July. Uncertainty is also added by the decision on Trump's tariffs, which have been temporarily restored.
The UN Secretariat is preparing to cut its budget by $3. 7 billion by 20% and lay off about 6,900 employees. The reason is the financial crisis, in particular due to non-payment of contributions by the United States.
Security advisors from the US, France, Germany, and Britain will be present at the peace negotiations between Ukraine and Russia on June 2. Russia has still not provided its version of the memorandum.
Russian officials are trying to impose their conditions and time for peace talks on Ukraine. The Kremlin wants to use any gains on the front to gain concessions from Ukraine.
