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March 20, 05:17 PM • 18718 viewsMarch 20, 03:18 PM • 22762 viewsA small Cessna 208B aircraft, designed for skydiving, crashed at Cross Keys Airport in Williamstown, New Jersey. All 15 people on board were taken to the hospital, some with serious injuries and covered in aviation fuel.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy signed a law on amendments to the Budget Code, which will allow transferring funds from the extraction of minerals to the Ukrainian-American investment fund for reconstruction. This is part of the agreement with the USA dated April 30, 2025, on the creation of a fund with a 50/50 participation split.
Brent and WTI crude futures fell after rising, as investors fear a return to higher US tariffs and expect increased production from OPEC+. Uncertainty over US trade policy and slowing activity in China are also affecting the market.
OpenAI has signed a deal with Oracle to lease 4. 5 GW of computing power worth $30 billion per year to expand the Stargate project. Oracle will build several data centers in the US to fulfill the contract, which is one of the largest deals in the cloud services industry for AI.
Ukraine had 225 air defense systems in 1992, and by 2019, only about 60 remained. Partners have transferred about 100 air defense missile systems to Ukraine, but the country has lost 171 systems.
On June 3, Bitcoin rose by 2. 3% to $109,113.8, breaking through its trading range. The growth is driven by improved trade relations between the US and Vietnam, as well as the easing of restrictions on chip exports to China.
Negotiations on the €1. 5 billion EU Defense Industry Program (EDIP) depend on funding for non-European companies. The European Parliament opposes exceptions for arms manufacturers outside the EU, aiming to build up the European defense sector.
The US State Department stated that arms supplies to Ukraine have not ceased, but only been reviewed. President Trump remains committed to the obligations regarding the transfer of Patriot missiles.
The Pentagon's decision to suspend some arms supplies to Ukraine came as a surprise to many, including members of Congress and European allies. The move caused concern and disappointment, especially among Republicans, due to the influence of official Elbridge Colby.
On July 3, Ukrainians celebrate the Day of Army Aviation of the Ground Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, established in 2025. The world celebrates World Meerkat Day, founded in 2018 in Australia.
A powerful explosion at a fireworks warehouse in Northern California has led to the disappearance of seven people. The incident occurred in the Esparto area, causing a large-scale fire and evacuation of residents.
Polish Deputy Prime Minister Władysław Kosiniak-Kamysz expressed regret over the US decision to suspend the supply of ammunition and missiles to Ukraine, emphasizing the importance of supporting Ukraine. The Pentagon stopped sending some anti-aircraft missiles and ammunition due to concerns about depleting its own stockpiles.
The US called on Tehran to resume cooperation with the IAEA, which was suspended after attacks on nuclear facilities. US State Department spokeswoman Tammy Bruce called Iran's decision unacceptable.
The Hamas group is considering a new truce proposal in the Gaza Strip, conveyed by mediators from Egypt and Qatar. Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar stated serious intentions to reach an agreement, while Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu calls for the complete elimination of Hamas.
The US Department of Defense continues to provide Donald Trump with recommendations on military aid to Ukraine, analyzing and adjusting the approach to achieve the goal of ending the war. The review of arms supplies is aimed at aligning with US defense priorities, but details regarding the types of weapons and timelines are not disclosed.
The US has suspended arms supplies to Ukraine, including Patriot and GMLRS missiles, which are currently in storage in Poland. The decision was made due to concerns about dwindling American weapons stockpiles.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy held a meeting with representatives of American companies, emphasizing the importance of their work in Ukraine and support in relations with the USA. He stressed that American systems in Ukraine protect not only people but also businesses.
Head of the Office of the President Andriy Yermak held a conversation with the Chairman of the House Foreign Affairs Committee of the US Congress, Brian Mast. They discussed defense support for Ukraine, strengthening air defense, the visit of the Ukrainian delegation to the USA, and the situation in the Middle East.
Republican congressmen Brian Fitzpatrick and Michael McCaul called on President Trump to resume military aid to Ukraine and hold an emergency briefing for Congress. Democrat Jeanne Shaheen also expressed concern about the suspension of supplies, which the White House explains by the low level of its own military reserves.
President Zelenskyy heard reports from the Ministers of Defense and Foreign Affairs regarding relations with the United States. Details of the supply of defense support, including air defense components, were discussed against the backdrop of the US cessation of supplying certain types of weapons.
In June 2025, Russia attacked Ukraine with over 330 missiles, including almost 80 ballistic ones, and over 5,000 drones. This underscores the urgent need to strengthen Ukraine's air defense, according to Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha.
US President Donald Trump, effective July 1, lifted sanctions against Syria, as well as a number of Russian banks, institutions, and individuals, including former FIDE head Kirsan Ilyumzhinov. Among the companies from which restrictions have been lifted is "Rosoboronexport," the sole state intermediary for arms exports in Russia.
The United States has halted the supply of several important types of weapons to Ukraine, including Patriot interceptors and high-precision shells. The decision, made in early June, is due to concerns about Washington's own military readiness.
Donald Trump announced the conclusion of a trade agreement with Vietnam, which provides for a 20% tariff for Vietnam on goods to the US and 40% on transshipment. In exchange, Vietnam will provide the US with full access to its markets with zero tariffs.
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian signed a law suspending cooperation with the IAEA. This decision could be a leverage in future negotiations on Iran's nuclear program.
Ukraine will have enough stocks of weapons and missiles for Western systems until the end of summer, after which a critical moment may come. Stopping the supply of Patriot, GMLRS, and AIM-7 may lead to a loss of effectiveness of air defense and HIMARS.
A fire at the Sigachi Industries chemical plant in southern India resulted in 40 deaths and 33 injuries. The plant's operations have been suspended for 90 days, and the government is investigating the incident.
The aggressor country Russia has launched a large-scale information campaign aimed at discrediting Ukrainian authorities before partners and families of prisoners of war. Representatives of the Russian Federation call relatives of prisoners, claiming that Ukraine does not want to take them back, and offer to write appeals.
Ukraine is clarifying issues regarding the supply of defense aid from the United States. There have been no official reports of termination or revision of supply schedules; the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine has requested a conversation with its American counterparts.
The USA is restricting the supply of certain types of weapons to Ukraine, which is a painful and incomprehensible step for Kyiv amid massive Russian attacks. The Ukrainian side expects further negotiations to resolve the situation.
