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U. S. national debt reached $40.048 trillion amid rising spending and interest payments. Budget watchdog groups are warning of a debt crisis.
The major and his subordinate will stand trial for bribery, substituting food products, and evading service. He was found to have assets worth UAH 26.2 million.
The cost of supertankers has exceeded $130 million - the highest level since 2008. Middle Eastern exporters are seeking vessels to circumvent problems in the region.
Kim Yo Jong called the joint exercises provocative despite their reduction. She also denied contacts between Kim Jong Un and Trump.
Trump said that the most devastating economic operation against Iran was being prepared. He threatened countries that would help Tehran with consequences.
August 20 marks Medical Transport Day, World Mosquito Day, and National Lemonade and Honey Cake Day. Hungary celebrates Saint Stephen's Day, while believers honor the Prophet Samuel.
Each night, 15–20 tankers pass through the corridor, transporting around 10 million barrels of oil. The operation supports global supplies.
Marta Kostyuk defeated Mirra Andreeva 4–6, 6–0, 6–2 at the WTA 1000 tournament in Cincinnati. In the quarterfinals, she will face Gauff or Bouzková.
The UN Secretary-General expressed serious concern over US sanctions against Tomoko Akane and Abdoulaye Seyé. The UN called the ICC a pillar of international justice.
Amazon plans to cover around 500 U. S. communities with drone delivery by the end of the year. The expansion requires permits from local authorities.
Kim Yo Jong called Zelenskyy's statement about the possible deployment of 50,000 troops to Russia groundless. In 2024, North Korea sent approximately 14,000 military personnel.
Trump said the situation with Iran was good and that talks had been suspended. The Strait of Hormuz remains a key flashpoint.
Trump seeks to resume dialogue with Kim Jong Un and may meet with him in China in November. There is no official planning yet.
The defense and foreign ministers outlined their priorities: strengthening the military, developing the defense industry, and pursuing diplomacy for the sake of a just peace.
Paris was left out of the TRIPP project and lost a key ally in Pashinyan’s government. At the same time, Yerevan maintains ties with the United States, the EU, and Russia.
Ursula von der Leyen and António Costa expressed support for the ICC and its independence after the US sanctions against court officials.
Trump said an agreement had been reached with Canada and postponed the 50% tariffs for three days. He also mentioned the possible revival of Keystone XL.
IAEA inspectors visited undeclared nuclear sites in Syria for the first time, including the former Al-Kibar reactor and a uranium storage facility. The Syrian government requested the inspection after the fall of the Assad regime.
U. S. President Donald Trump published an image in which the Strait of Hormuz is marked as a "New U.S. Territory." He called the idea "excellent," stating that the United States controls the strait through a blockade.
Oil prices rose amid fears of supply disruptions following Iran's statements about taking an offensive position and the United States' refusal to continue the agreement. Brent reached $90.94, while WTI reached $85.03 per barrel.
U. S. President Donald Trump said that North Korean leader Kim Jong Un had responded to his recent message, calling the exchange “very positive.” This came after Trump ordered a reduction in military exercises with South Korea.
China's leader is unlikely to travel to New York to attend the UN General Assembly in September, but will meet with Trump on September 24. Sources report that he will spend three days in the United States, while China's Foreign Ministry is not commenting on the information.
Negotiations between the United States and Canada have stalled over disagreements regarding auto tariffs, with Canada insisting on a reduction to 10%, while the United States is calling for 15%. The deadline for the new tariffs expires on August 19, and Trump threatened 50% tariffs on Canadian goods.
In the state of Oklahoma, lightning struck the Glenpool tank farm operated by Explorer Pipeline, igniting three tanks containing natural gasoline. The company halted operations, and the incident could cause disruptions in the fuel market.
Iran may strike in the Strait of Hormuz if talks with the United States fail. Negotiations on a peace agreement have reached an impasse, and the August 18 deadline has expired.
The Trump administration suspended work on a border security project in Big Bend National Park in Texas. The decision was made after criticism from environmentalists and a lawsuit over possible harm to nature.
Trump's envoy Jared Kushner said that negotiations between the US and Iran are more active than ever, but the sides have not yet reached an agreement.
U. S. President Donald Trump said he would bomb Oman if it gets in the way of American efforts in the Strait of Hormuz. This came after the end of a 60-day period of peace talks with Iran without any concrete agreements.
Geely Automobile's second-quarter profit rose 36% to 4. 9 billion yuan, in line with expectations. The company announced the resignation of Li Shufu as chairman, appointing him honorary chairman for life.
South Korea is reviewing Trump's comments about scaling back joint exercises, hoping for substantive negotiations. Pyongyang has not yet responded, while experts warn of possible high costs.