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Chinese leader Xi Jinping and Russian dictator Vladimir Putin will join the virtual BRICS summit organized by Brazil. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi will send the foreign minister.
China is significantly increasing its imports of Russian LNG, having made its first export from the Arctic LNG 2 project and designated the Beihai terminal to receive supplies from the Russian Federation. Purchases are made through a little-known company to conceal the end consumer.
On August 8, oil prices rose by more than 1% due to the threat of new sanctions against Russian exports. OPEC+ is increasing production slower than expected, supporting price growth.
September 8 marks the International Day of Journalists' Solidarity, dedicated to unity and the fight for freedom of speech, as well as International Literacy Day, established by UNESCO to draw attention to the problem of illiteracy. Also on this day, Apology Day, Pediatric Hematology and Oncology Nurses Day, the folk holiday Rozhanytsia, and Christians celebrate the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary.
The US has introduced new rules for non-immigrant visas, now documents can only be submitted in the country of citizenship or permanent residence. For Ukrainians, two application points have been designated – Krakow and Warsaw, Kyiv is not included.
Donald Trump plans to negotiate with Vladimir Putin to resolve the conflict between Ukraine and Russia. The American leader is confident that he can resolve the situation, citing his experience of ending seven conflicts.
Hamas has stated its readiness for immediate negotiations on the release of all prisoners in exchange for an end to the war and withdrawal from the Gaza Strip. This came after the latest appeal by US President Donald Trump.
At least 92 US citizens have given their lives defending Ukraine from Russian aggression. The American charitable foundation R.T. Weatherman Foundation provides assistance to volunteers.
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban stated that he does not consider himself anti-Ukrainian and seeks a future for Ukraine. He emphasized that the collapse of the neighboring country is not in Budapest's interests.
Donald Trump's meeting with Putin in Alaska brought the Russian dictator the desired result. Zelenskyy noted that Putin seeks to use such meetings for his own propaganda, avoiding dialogue with Kyiv.
President Zelenskyy stated that the Kremlin's main goal is the full occupation of Ukraine, and for Ukraine, victory means preserving its statehood. He emphasized that only its own army can provide true security guarantees for the state.
US President Donald Trump warned Hamas of consequences if it refuses to accept his terms for the release of hostages and an end to the war. Israel has already agreed to these terms, and Trump emphasized that this is his last warning.
US President Donald Trump announced his readiness to impose a "second stage" of sanctions against Russia.
Scott Bessent stated his readiness to strengthen sanctions against Russia, including secondary ones on oil. This is possible with the solidarity of European partners.
Up to 80% of American drivers could not distinguish alcoholic beverages from non-alcoholic ones based solely on the appearance of the can. Bright packaging with fruits constantly deceived consumers.
Four tourists got lost in the Catskill Mountains after consuming hallucinogenic mushrooms. Rangers and firefighters found them and led them out of the forest, and the car keys were found the next day.
Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba announced his resignation after less than a year in office. His party, the LDP, suffered electoral setbacks, leading to calls for a change of leader.
Singer Jessie J performed at BBC Radio 2 11 weeks after breast cancer surgery. At the concert, she thanked fans and brought her two-year-old son Sky on stage for the first time.
The US, Qatar, and Egypt plan to present a comprehensive agreement on a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip, the release of hostages, and the formation of a new administration. Israel is ready to abandon its offensive on Gaza in exchange for a real agreement.
US President Donald Trump plans to meet with Chinese leader Xi Jinping at the APEC summit in South Korea on October 31 – November 1. Issues of trade, defense, and economic cooperation are being discussed.
Over a thousand units of Bundeswehr equipment have been delivered to the Lithuanian port of Klaipeda to participate in the large-scale Quadriga 2025 exercises. Military personnel from 13 NATO countries will practice the defense of the Baltic region.
The US Court of Appeals rejected a request to block a ruling that prohibits the Trump administration from arbitrarily cutting foreign aid. Earlier, the court ordered the restoration of funding for programs worth $11 billion.
Ukraine is preparing for the next meeting in the "Ramstein" format and is working to increase funding for the PURL program. Thanks to PURL, Ukraine has already purchased over $2 billion worth of American weapons.
Donald Trump posted about the "smell of deportations in the morning" and hinted at Chicago. The US President previously renamed the Ministry of Defense to the Ministry of War.
Pentagon officials are expressing anger and confusion over Donald Trump's order to rename the Department of Defense the Department of War. The rebranding could cost millions of dollars, including changing seals on 700,000 facilities in 40 countries.
US House Speaker Mike Johnson suggested that Donald Trump was an FBI informant regarding Jeffrey Epstein. This came after questions about Trump's claim that the Epstein scandal is a "Democratic hoax."
European leaders, realizing critical gaps in defense capabilities, hope for Donald Trump to fulfill his proposal for security guarantees for Ukraine. Replacing US military capabilities will cost Europe $1 trillion.
Donald Trump stated that the G20 summit in 2026 will take place in Miami. He suggested the possibility of inviting dictator Putin to this event.
US President Donald Trump is initiating a trade investigation against the EU. This is related to the fine imposed on Google for violating antitrust rules.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy rejected Vladimir Putin's invitation to Moscow for negotiations. Instead, he offered the Russian dictator to come to Kyiv.