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March 20, 12:40 PM • 52065 viewsMarch 20, 05:17 PM • 20297 viewsMarch 20, 03:18 PM • 24273 viewsDonald Trump said he discussed sanctions against Russia with Vladimir Putin, noting that Putin "is not thrilled" about them. Trump also had a conversation with Zelenskyy, which he called "very good" and "strategic."
Heavy rains caused floods in Texas Hill Country, leading to the death of 24 people and the disappearance of dozens, including over 20 girls from a summer camp. Rescue operations are ongoing, and the death toll may rise.
On the night of July 5, Russian troops attacked the Dnipropetrovsk region with drones and artillery, as a result of which four people were injured and civilian infrastructure was damaged. Air defense forces shot down five drones, but the debris caused destruction and fires.
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi stated China's readiness to cooperate with France in nuclear energy, aviation, AI, green energy, and biotechnology. Issues concerning Ukraine and the Middle East were also discussed, and China resolved the issue of anti-dumping duties on European cognac.
The United States of America is considering imposing 17% tariffs on agricultural exports from the European Union. European officials are trying to negotiate exemptions for certain goods, including aircraft parts and alcohol.
The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) withdrew its inspectors from Iran due to a new Iranian law that criminalizes the activities of international monitoring missions. This decision caused concern among Western countries and intensified the isolation of Iran's nuclear program.
In central-south Texas, a sudden flood along the Guadalupe River has led to the death of at least 13 people. Around 20 children from a local summer camp are considered missing after the camp was submerged by water.
US President Donald Trump signed a bill that raises the national debt limit by $5 trillion, cuts social programs, and increases military funding. The document also provides for tax breaks and funding for combating illegal migration.
On July 4, Russian troops attacked Kharkiv Oblast with Shahed drones, hitting Chuhuiv and Kupiansk. As a result of the strikes, five civilians were injured, including a 12-year-old boy.
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni stated that the US has not stopped supplying weapons to Ukraine, but has only reviewed the supply of specific components. This happened after Meloni's conversation with Donald Trump, where issues of Ukraine and customs were discussed.
US President Donald Trump, during a 40-minute conversation with Volodymyr Zelenskyy, promised to check whether military aid to Ukraine had been stopped, focusing on air defense needs. The leaders agreed to a meeting of relevant teams to discuss arms supplies.
The honorary chairman of the US House Foreign Affairs Committee, Michael McCaul, called on the administration to resume arms supplies to Ukraine, emphasizing that this does not threaten US combat readiness. He noted that stopping aid harms Trump's peacekeeping efforts, and Putin attacked Kyiv after a conversation with Trump to send a signal to the US.
The US government is ceasing the production of pennies, as minting them cost more than their value. This decision is symbolic, but could lead to prices being rounded to the nearest nickel.
The Slovenian parliament approved a referendum on increasing defense spending to 3% of GDP by 2030, which could hinder government plans. The opposition and two coalition parties supported the initiative, which is consultative in nature.
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte hopes for US flexibility regarding arms supplies to Ukraine after some deliveries were suspended due to concerns about stockpiles. The Pentagon suspended the transfer of artillery shells and air defense systems to Ukraine, citing a review of US stockpiles.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a conversation with US President Donald Trump. The parties agreed on a meeting of teams to strengthen air defense and discussed joint weapons production.
Russia intensified its offensives and shelling of cities after the US decision to suspend the supply of some weapons to Ukraine. Putin confirmed to Trump the immutability of his goals, and Kyiv suffered a massive drone and missile attack.
China is finalising new safety regulations for driver assistance systems, which could give it an edge over global rivals. This contrasts with the US market, where such regulation is the focus of criticism.
Hamas has developed disagreements regarding the new US ceasefire proposal in Gaza. The political leadership outside Gaza supports a truce, while militants in the Gaza Strip seek a continuation of hostilities.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, after a conversation with US President Donald Trump, announced support for American proposals to achieve a decent peace deal. The situation at the front, air defense capabilities, joint production, and mutual procurement were discussed.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced readiness for direct projects with America in the defense industry, including joint production. Mutual procurement, investments, and cooperation in the drone sector were discussed.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy discussed air defense capabilities with US President Donald Trump. The parties agreed to work on increasing the protection of the Ukrainian sky and to hold a meeting of teams.
US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth unilaterally suspended military aid to Ukraine for the third time, despite military conclusions that there was no threat to US stockpiles. This decision surprised the State Department, Congress, and European allies, drawing bipartisan criticism.
Donald Trump is planning a multi-year mega-celebration of the 250th anniversary of US independence, which will include a "Great American States Fair," "Patriot Games," a "Freedom Plane," and a UFC fight on the White House grounds. The events will take place against a backdrop of low levels of patriotic pride among Americans.
Germany is holding "intensive discussions" on providing Ukraine with Patriot air defense systems. This comes amid intensified Russian attacks and a halt in arms supplies from the US.
Next week, the UK will host a meeting of the "coalition of the willing" to support Ukraine. President Zelenskyy will join remotely from Rome, where he is participating in a conference.
A Chinese component was found in a Russian drone in Kyiv after a night attack. The same night, the building of the Chinese Consulate General in Odesa suffered minor damage from Russian strikes.
The Kremlin commented on Donald Trump's statement about disappointment with the results of his conversation with Vladimir Putin, stating that Russia will continue its "special operation" due to the lack of diplomatic channels. At the same time, Putin's spokesman Dmitry Peskov noted that Russia is also interested in achieving its goals through "political-diplomatic" means.
Gold prices rose 0. 5% to $3343.07 per ounce, heading for a weekly gain of 2.1%. This comes amid a decline in the US dollar and uncertainty surrounding President Trump's trade deals.
Poland's Chargé d'Affaires in Ukraine, Piotr Łukasiewicz, reaffirmed Poland's support for Ukraine after the night attack on Kyiv, during which the building of the consular section of the Polish embassy was damaged. The spokesman for the Polish Ministry of Foreign Affairs emphasized the lack of air defense systems in Ukraine.
