Donald Trump announced that the media allegedly launched a "campaign against his meeting" with the Russian dictator.
The Athens Court of Appeal has allowed the extradition of Moldovan oligarch Vlad Plahotniuc to his homeland. The final decision will be made by the Ministry of Justice of Greece.
The deputy director of the information and press department of the Russian Foreign Ministry stated that the territorial structure of the Russian Federation is enshrined in the Russian constitution.
The US is installing tracking devices on high-tech Nvidia and AMD chips to prevent their illegal diversion to China. The Chinese leadership is urging domestic companies to avoid using American AI chips.
President Zelenskyy held over 30 conversations with partners, emphasizing the need to pressure Russia to achieve a just peace. He noted that Russia shows no signs of readiness to end the war, and joint efforts can force it to peace.
In Jianyu, hundreds of people protested after a brutal beating of a 14-year-old girl, accusing the authorities of being too lenient towards the attackers. The incident caused outrage on social media and cast doubt on the credibility of local officials.
Andriy Kovalenko, head of the Center for Countering Disinformation at the National Security and Defense Council, stated that Russia is trying to create the illusion of deciding Europe's fate with Trump. However, the US discusses Ukraine and Europe directly with them, considering Russia only as a raw material appendage.
European leaders aim to prepare Trump for a meeting with Putin, fearing a "dirty deal" on Ukraine. They will hold a virtual summit to set boundaries and discuss security guarantees for Ukraine.
The Pentagon is developing a plan to create a National Guard rapid reaction force to suppress domestic unrest. This initiative, costing hundreds of millions of dollars, is causing legal and political disputes.
President Zelenskyy is in Berlin, where he will meet with Chancellor Merz. After that, a video conference will take place with the participation of European leaders, NATO Secretary General Rutte, and US President Trump.
The average home price in the US rose by 1. 7% to $429,000 in the second quarter of 2025, reaching record levels. However, growth slowed in 75% of markets, and 24% of markets recorded price declines, especially in Florida.
Mexico extradited 26 high-ranking figures of drug cartels to the US, including the leader of "Los Cuinis" Abigael Gonzalez Valencia. This happened after an agreement under which the US will not seek the death penalty.
Tony Stark's Acura NSX Roadster from the movie "Avengers" will be presented at Monterey Car Week. The car, created for the film based on the first-generation NSX, will also be put up for a charity auction next year.
France, Germany, and Great Britain have warned the UN about their readiness to impose sanctions against Iran. This will happen if Iran does not resume negotiations on its nuclear program by the end of August 2025.
European and Ukrainian leaders will hold a virtual meeting with US President Donald Trump. The meeting will take place before his summit with Putin.
Romanian President Nicușor Dan will visit Kyiv in the autumn at the invitation of Volodymyr Zelenskyy. Romania supports Ukraine in achieving a just peace and its sovereignty.
The Russian side demands that Ukraine cede strategically important unoccupied territory in Donetsk Oblast. This will allow Russia to gain more advantageous positions for a future offensive on Kharkiv and Dnipropetrovsk Oblasts.
The White House called the planned summit in Alaska between US President Donald Trump and Kremlin chief Vladimir Putin "a listening exercise. " The meeting will take place on August 15, 2025, at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson in Anchorage.
US President Donald Trump and Kremlin leader Vladimir Putin will hold a meeting on August 15, 2025, at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson in Anchorage, Alaska. The location was chosen due to limited options during the tourist season and security requirements.
The Ministry of Defense of the Russian Federation stated that Ukraine allegedly plans a provocation in Chuhuiv, Kharkiv region. The goal is to disrupt negotiations between Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said that Trump's meeting with Putin at the White House is a clarification of positions, not a concession. He emphasized that the US president wants to have all the facts and look Putin in the eye.
Latvia joins the NATO PURL mechanism, allocating at least 2 million euros for the purchase of weapons for Ukraine. This initiative provides for the centralized procurement of critically needed weapons, in particular air defense systems.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy discussed the diplomatic situation and possibilities for ending the war with the Emir of Qatar, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani. Qatar facilitated the return of Ukrainian children illegally deported to Russia.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov discussed preparations for the Trump-Putin summit in Alaska on August 15, 2025. The goal of the talks is to find a diplomatic solution to the war.
US President Donald Trump and Vice President J. D. Vance will hold a virtual meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and European allies. This will take place ahead of the Trump-Putin summit in Anchorage, Alaska, where they will discuss a settlement to Russia's war against Ukraine.
President Zelenskyy believes that two bilateral and one trilateral meeting involving the US are needed to end the war. Europe must witness the outcome, which will provide security and economic guarantees for Ukraine.
Real Madrid has categorically rejected plans to hold a La Liga match between Villarreal and Barcelona in Miami. The club believes this would set an unacceptable precedent with serious consequences for football.
Putin held a phone conversation with Kim Jong Un, discussing the 80th anniversary of Korea's liberation and upcoming talks with Trump. The meeting between the presidents of Russia and the United States is scheduled for August 15 in Alaska.
The meeting between Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin will take place in Anchorage, Alaska, at the initiative of the Russian dictator. The purpose of the negotiations is to find a diplomatic solution to the war.
White House spokeswoman confirmed the meeting between Trump and Putin in Anchorage, Alaska. Trump is determined to stop the war and killings.
