Europe's commercial real estate market is not meeting recovery expectations, with property sales at a nearly decade-low. Annual sales in the first quarter of 2025 remained at €47.8 billion, more than half the figure from three years ago.
President Zelenskyy stated that about 40% of the weapons of the Armed Forces of Ukraine are produced in Ukraine, and this figure should increase to 50% within six months. The new government will audit defense agreements with partners.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy signed a decree appointing Olha Stefanishyna as Special Commissioner for the Development of Cooperation with the United States of America.
Jaguar Land Rover is cutting 500 jobs in the UK due to falling sales and the trade war with the US. The layoffs will be part of a voluntary program and will primarily affect management.
Law enforcement officers stopped the activities of a pseudo-rehabilitation center in Odesa, where people were held against their will. The organizer and four members of the group were notified of suspicion for illegal deprivation of liberty.
The United States has developed a low-cost combat drone, LUCAS, designed to compete with Iran's Shahed-136. The system, created by SpektreWorks, is ready for production and integration with US forces.
Syria's interim president, Ahmed al-Sharaa, has declared the protection of the Druze community a priority following reports of troop withdrawals from As-Suwayda. This comes after Israeli airstrikes on Damascus and amid inter-communal clashes that have resulted in over 350 deaths.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced future new agreements with the USA, which will require changes in diplomatic work with Washington. He also thanked Shmyhal for his work and Svyrydenko for "cashback" and "Zelenskyy's 1000".
The European Commission has temporarily suspended its investigation into the social network X for violating digital transparency rules. This decision is related to trade negotiations between the EU and the US to avoid escalating tensions with Washington.
Former Deputy Prime Minister Olha Stefanishyna has been appointed Ambassador to the USA. Former Minister of Defense Rustem Umerov will move to the National Security and Defense Council (NSDC), MP Yaroslav Zhelezniak reported.
A 7. 3 magnitude earthquake occurred off the coast of Alaska, with an epicenter 87 km south of Sand Point. A tsunami warning was issued, which was later canceled for Anchorage.
Iceland has sufficient public support to resume EU accession talks, despite trade disputes and US threats. 58% of Icelanders support resuming negotiations, and the foreign minister considers it vital.
The German Ministry of Defense has no information about current supplies of Patriot air defense systems to Ukraine, despite Donald Trump's statements. A meeting of partner states will take place on Monday to discuss additional supplies.
In the first half of 2025, Ukrainians purchased 30. 8 thousand used passenger cars up to 5 years old. Electric vehicles account for almost half of imports in this segment.
A modernized helicopter for the Ukrainian Air Force, equipped with modern weapons and a secure communication system, has successfully passed tests. However, despite being ready for service, it remains unused due to criminal proceedings and bureaucratic obstacles.
Gold prices fell by 0. 2% to $3340.79 per ounce due to a strengthening dollar and easing market tensions. This occurred after Donald Trump's statement about the "highly unlikely" dismissal of Fed Chairman Jerome Powell.
July 17 marks International Tattoo Day, World Day for International Justice, Ethnographer Day, and World Emoji Day. On this day, the memory of the Holy Great Martyr Marina is also honored.
Latvian Foreign Minister Baiba Braže urged Donald Trump to impose secondary sanctions against Russia sooner than in 50 days. She emphasized that delaying gives Putin time to continue military aggression against Ukraine.
Russia uses traditional narratives and nuclear threats to distance the US from Ukraine and NATO. The Kremlin has updated its nuclear doctrine to include a clause on aggression by a non-nuclear state supported by a nuclear one.
US President's Special Representative Keith Kellogg called Ukrainian drones "incredible innovation" after visiting defense bases. He emphasized that the speed of innovation and the ability to repurpose Ukrainian drones are impressive.
After 177 days of Donald Trump's presidency, 55% of Americans disapprove of his performance, while 41% approve. The rating fell after the signing of the tax relief and social program cuts bill.
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz will sign an agreement on mutual assistance in the event of an armed attack. The document also provides for the joint development of a missile system and measures to mitigate the consequences of Brexit.
President Zelenskyy announced the US's interest in purchasing Ukrainian drones. Ukraine, in turn, seeks to acquire American weaponry, including Patriot systems, to create an "air shield."
US President Donald Trump stated that he convinced the Coca-Cola company to use cane sugar instead of corn syrup in drinks for the American market. This initiative is part of the Trump administration's “Make America Healthy Again” program.
Law enforcement agencies from over ten European countries, Canada, and the USA conducted a joint operation "Eastwood" against the NoName057(16) network. As a result, over a hundred computer systems were destroyed and seven arrest warrants were issued, including for six Russian citizens.
Canada will restrict duty-free imports of cheap foreign steel to help producers affected by US tariffs. Prime Minister Mark Carney announced the prioritization of Canadian steel in large projects and investments in production.
US State Department spokesperson Tammy Bruce stated that Donald Trump is optimistic about diplomacy but is a realist, as the example of Iran showed. Trump is dissatisfied with Putin's actions and announced strict tariffs if Russia does not agree to a ceasefire in Ukraine within 50 days.
The US State Department refused to disclose the NATO countries that agreed to pay for American weapons for Ukraine. State Department spokeswoman Tammy Bruce said she would not discuss the details of the agreements.
Head of the Office of the President of Ukraine Andriy Yermak and US President's Special Representative Keith Kellogg visited Babyn Yar, where they honored the memory of the victims of the shootings. They drew parallels between the crimes of Nazism and the war crimes of modern Russia, recalling the missile strike on Babyn Yar in 2022.
Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Oleksandr Syrskyi held his first conversation with the new commander of NATO's Allied Joint Force Command Europe, Alex Grinkevich, receiving firm commitments regarding a new package of weapons for Ukraine. This happened after statements by Trump and Rutte about support.
