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United States

Federal republic in North America
The USA is a country located in North America, sharing this continent only with Canada. The country's area is 9,827 km². The population is 328 million people. The capital is Washington. In 1776, the USA declared independence from Great Britain. The main ethnic groups of the population: descendants of white migrants from Europe – 79.9% of the population, Latin Americans – 15%, black people – 12.8%, Asians – 4.4%, indigenous peoples – 0.97%. The USA ranks first in the world in terms of GDP per capita - $81,630. The United States was one of the initiators of the creation of NATO, in which it occupies a leading position. The most famous presidents: George Washington, Abraham Lincoln, Franklin Roosevelt, Ronald Reagan.
1776
Thirteen colonies declared independence from Great Britain
1787
A new constitution of the United States of America was drafted
1803
The country doubled in size thanks to the acquisition of territories from France
1865
Slavery was abolished throughout the country
1920
Women gained the right to vote
1945
The country played a key role in the victory over Nazi Germany and Imperial Japan in World War II
1948
A program of assistance to European economies was launched after the war
1964
A law was passed banning discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin
1969
The country's astronaut became the first person to set foot on the Moon
1993
The North American Free Trade Agreement was signed
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Trump: If the meeting with Putin goes badly, I'll quickly return home

US President Donald Trump said that the meeting with Russian dictator Vladimir Putin in Alaska will go well. He noted that he would quickly return home if it didn't.

Politics • August 15, 05:25 PM • 7875 views
Trump's special representative for Ukraine will not be at the meeting with Putin: Media explained why

Trump's special representative for Ukraine, Keith Kellogg, is absent from the delegation at the meeting with Putin in Alaska. His presence could be "counterproductive" due to his perception as a sympathizer of Ukraine.

Politics • August 15, 05:14 PM • 5188 views
Chances of a ceasefire this year are estimated at 40% - bookmakers' forecastsPhoto

Bookmakers predict a 40% chance of a ceasefire between Ukraine and Russia this year. Details of the Trump-Putin meeting, including the duration of the handshake, are also being assessed.

Society • August 15, 05:03 PM • 7699 views
"Hezbollah" accuses the Lebanese government of "surrendering" the country to Israel and threatens confrontation

"Hezbollah" threatens Lebanon with confrontation. The group accuses the Lebanese government of "surrendering" the country to Israel.

News of the World • August 15, 04:56 PM • 4908 views
Trump "will be unhappy" if a truce is not reached today

US President Donald Trump insists on reaching a truce at a meeting with Putin in Alaska. The talks will take place on August 15 in Anchorage, discussing issues of "Ukrainian settlement."

Politics • August 15, 04:49 PM • 111049 views
US Defense Minister Hagset departed for Alaska

Pentagon chief Pete Hagset flew to Alaska, where talks between US President Donald Trump and Russian dictator Vladimir Putin are scheduled. Trump has already arrived in Anchorage with his delegation.

Politics • August 15, 04:32 PM • 5981 views
On the day of negotiations, they also kill, and that says a lot: Zelenskyy reacted to Russian attacks on Ukraine on the day of the summit in Alaska

President Zelenskyy stated that Russian strikes on Ukrainian cities continue even on the day of negotiations, which indicates a lack of intention to end the war. He emphasized the importance of a strong US position for an honest end to the war.

Politics • August 15, 03:51 PM • 5821 views
Putin's plane took off from Magadan and will land in Anchorage in a few hoursPhoto

Russian dictator Vladimir Putin's Tu-124PU plane took off from Magadan for Alaska. He will hold talks with US President Donald Trump.

Politics • August 15, 03:36 PM • 104309 views
Putin and Trump's negotiations in Alaska could last at least 6-7 hours - Peskov

The negotiations between Putin and Trump in Alaska, initiated by the Russian dictator, will last at least 6-7 hours. The Russian side expects the meeting to be productive, but no documents are planned to be signed.

Politics • August 15, 03:22 PM • 6423 views
Trump discussed Alaska summit with Lukashenka in phone call

US President Donald Trump held a conversation with Oleksandr Lukashenka, thanking him for the release of 16 prisoners. They also discussed the release of another 1,300 prisoners and Putin's visit to Alaska.

Politics • August 15, 02:39 PM • 5647 views
Putin's plane to land in Anchorage at 10:00 PM, to be met by Trump - Peskov

Russian President Vladimir Putin's plane will arrive in Anchorage at 11:00 AM local time, where he will be met by US President Donald Trump. The summit will discuss issues of Ukrainian settlement and economic cooperation.

Politics • August 15, 02:12 PM • 6253 views
I'm doing this to save many lives: Trump on attempts to end the war in Ukraine

US President Donald Trump said that meeting with Putin in Alaska is not for his health, but to save lives. He warned of severe consequences for Russia if Putin does not agree to end the war.

Politics • August 15, 01:02 PM • 4834 views
Zelenskyy on meeting in Alaska: "It's time to end the war — Russia must take steps"

President Zelenskyy emphasized the need for real steps from Russia to end the war. He stressed Ukraine's readiness to respond to threats and inform partners about the situation at the front.

Politics • August 15, 01:02 PM • 4379 views
London wants to become the new home for the Super Bowl: British Ambassador to the USA launched sports diplomacy

British Ambassador to Washington Peter Mandelson is lobbying for the Super Bowl to be held in London. This will strengthen the city's status as a global sports capital and attract American fans.

Sports • August 15, 12:54 PM • 4204 views
Perhaps together with Europe and other countries, but not in the form of NATO: Trump on security guarantees for Ukraine

Donald Trump stated the possibility of providing security guarantees to Ukraine together with allies. This does not imply Ukraine's membership in NATO.

Politics • August 15, 12:51 PM • 3773 views
"Something will come of this": Trump on meeting with Putin

Donald Trump announced the upcoming results of his meeting with Vladimir Putin in Alaska. He also noted that the issue of security guarantees for Ukraine is possible for discussion.

Politics • August 15, 12:46 PM • 2988 views
Trump said he plans to discuss territories with Putin. But the decision on this is up to Ukraine

Donald Trump plans to discuss the issue of occupied territories with Vladimir Putin. He believes that the final decision should be made by Ukraine.

Politics • August 15, 12:45 PM • 5455 views
Trump hopes Putin's visit will "set the stage" for a meeting with Zelenskyy

Trump views this meeting as a chess game that should lead to the next meeting.

Politics • August 15, 12:37 PM • 5010 views
Trump and Putin have different ideas about success at the Alaska summit - Bloomberg

US President Donald Trump and Russian dictator Vladimir Putin will meet in Alaska, each with their own vision of success. Trump seeks peace in Ukraine, while Putin views the meeting itself as a victory, without making concessions.

Politics • August 15, 12:22 PM • 4282 views
In Kyiv, people gathered in front of the US Embassy, demanding an exchange of prisoners, not territories.

Ukrainians gathered near the US Embassy in Kyiv. The protest took place on the eve of the meeting between Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin.

Society • August 15, 12:21 PM • 6603 views
SpaceX, one of the most valuable companies in the world, avoids federal income taxes - NYT

SpaceX has accumulated nearly $5. 4 billion in tax losses, avoiding federal income tax. The company uses tax benefits, including loss carryforwards, made possible by changes in tax legislation in 2017.

News of the World • August 15, 12:11 PM • 6671 views
Trump flew to Alaska for talks with PutinPhoto

US President Donald Trump flew to Anchorage, Alaska, to meet with Vladimir Putin on August 15. The talks were initiated by Putin; no documents will be signed.

Politics • August 15, 12:08 PM • 98969 views
For the Alaska summit, "all options" are open, including Trump's sudden departure - CNN

A US official said that "all options remain on the table" during Donald Trump's summit with Vladimir Putin in Alaska. This includes the possibility that Trump will walk out of the meeting if he does not believe Putin is serious about reaching a deal.

Politics • August 15, 11:58 AM • 40202 views
Macron and Zelensky discussed before Trump-Putin summit, agreed to meet after Alaska

French President Emmanuel Macron held talks with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky before the Trump-Putin summit. The leaders agreed to meet after the events in Alaska, without specific dates.

Politics • August 15, 11:40 AM • 162263 views
Great Britain is ready to deploy troops in Ukraine if a ceasefire is reached

British Defense Minister John Healey stated his readiness to deploy British troops in Ukraine after a ceasefire. This comes ahead of a meeting between the US and Russian presidents, which could pave the way for a peaceful settlement.

Politics • August 15, 11:26 AM • 6382 views
Alaska Summit: who is part of the US delegation with Trump

The White House has released the full list of the US delegation accompanying Donald Trump to the summit with Vladimir Putin in Alaska. The meeting will take place in Anchorage, without the signing of documents.

Politics • August 15, 11:23 AM • 5165 views
Ukrainian refugees in the US will start losing legal protection without action from the Trump administration - WSJ

Approximately 120,000 Ukrainian refugees in the US will begin losing humanitarian protection starting August 15. They arrived under the Uniting for Ukraine program and may now face deportation.

Society • August 15, 10:39 AM • 6741 views
Trump prepares "red carpet" for Putin in Alaska - report

US President Donald Trump will meet Vladimir Putin at the Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson. Details of the meeting are being coordinated, no documents are planned to be signed.

Politics • August 15, 10:24 AM • 4207 views
Russia will try to convince the US of its successes in Donetsk region: the head of the Russian General Staff prepared a fake offensive map for Putin

The head of the Russian General Staff prepared a map of Donetsk region with non-existent "paths of sabotage and reconnaissance group advancement. " This is intended to create the impression of "control" over the front and alleged readiness for a rapid offensive.

War in Ukraine • August 15, 10:10 AM • 6178 views
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It won't be a turning point: political scientist named possible scenarios for Trump-Putin meeting

Political scientist Oleh Lisnyi believes that the meeting between Trump and Putin in Alaska will not be a turning point, but only the beginning of a process. He proposes a trilateral or quadrilateral negotiation format with the participation of Ukraine and Europe.

Politics • August 15, 09:48 AM • 337670 views