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US President Donald Trump stated the possibility of fully opening the Strait of Hormuz by Tuesday. He called this the first stage of the agreement, and denuclearization the second.
US President Donald Trump said this is the last chance for Iran to reach a deal, canceling strikes at the request of allies. He suggested that the Strait of Hormuz could open by Tuesday, and denuclearization would be the second stage.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy signed decrees on the dismissal of five ambassadors. Among the dismissed diplomats are the ambassadors to Brunei, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Austria, and Libya.
Advisor Podolyak stated Kyiv's readiness for various ceasefire formats, including in the air and energy. The US supports these proposals to move toward negotiations.
Swiss Foreign Minister Ignazio Cassis confirmed the country's readiness to host negotiations between the US and Iran. Switzerland is in contact with both sides.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy signed a decree on the dismissal of Olha Stefanyshyna from the post of ambassador to the USA. The corresponding decree No. 696/2026 has been published.
President Zelenskyy stated that Russia will do everything to prevent the unification of defense companies to create the FREYJA anti-ballistic shield. Nine European countries and 12 defense companies have already joined the project.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that Ukraine is coordinating with the American side and European partners to receive necessary support packages. He emphasized that air defense missiles should be in Ukrainian launchers, not in warehouses.
U. S. President Donald Trump criticized Chevron and called on all oil companies to lower fuel prices for consumers. Prices rose after the U.S. attack on Iran, increasing pressure on Trump ahead of the elections.
A new study has shown that reducing protein intake may lower the risk of age-related diseases. Scientists urge personalizing protein recommendations.
The film "Spider-Man: A Brand New Day" grossed $355 million in the US, becoming the second biggest debut in history after "Avengers: Endgame. " Worldwide box office reached $927 million.
Cuba experienced another nationwide power grid failure due to worn-out equipment and the US embargo. Oil reserves from the last Russian tanker in March have already been exhausted.
President Zelenskyy announced that Rustem Umerov will head the Foreign Intelligence Service. Ihor Klymenko will become the new Secretary of the NSDC.
Ukrainian airlines operate 131 leased aircraft out of 152, which is 86% of the fleet. The Bureau of Economic Security is investigating cases against 5 airlines over the interpretation of lease payments as royalties.
Alibaba introduced the Qwen3. 8-Max model with 2.4 trillion parameters, which surpasses Kimi K3 from Moonshot. The new system shows results comparable to Anthropic Fable 5, the export of which was banned by the US.
Mark Kelly urged Trump to appoint more experienced diplomats for negotiations with Iran, stating that Witkoff and Kushner are not up to the task. He advises uniting allies.
China defends its economic model, which prioritizes industry over consumption. Beijing shows confidence on the eve of trade negotiations with Europe and the US.
U. S. President Donald Trump said that negotiations with Iran will resume on Monday after the cancellation of a "massive attack." He noted that allies, including Saudi Arabia, asked to cancel the strike due to a possible deal.
On August 3, World Watermelon Day is celebrated and the memory of the victims of the Yazidi genocide is honored. In Ukraine, according to the new calendar, the Venerables Isaac, Dalmatius and Faustus are commemorated.
US President Donald Trump said that Washington could launch large-scale strikes on Iran at any time. Allies, including Saudi Arabia, the UAE and Qatar, asked to cancel the attack.
OPEC+ and allies agreed to increase oil production in September due to the impassability of the Strait of Hormuz. This is the sixth consecutive increase amid the war with Iran.
A representative of Iran's Foreign Ministry stated that the agreement with Oman on a new route does not concern the reopening or closure of the Strait of Hormuz. He called the agreement a necessary but insufficient condition.
House of Representatives member Mike Turner announced negotiations on broader access for Ukraine to Patriot technologies. He called on President Trump and the Pentagon to speed up aid due to daily missile strikes on civilians.
Trump Media launches Truth API, which provides high-frequency traders with access to the US president's posts via high-speed channels. Critics cite ethical risks and unequal conditions for retail investors.
The United States has begun work on transferring licenses to Ukraine for the production of Patriot missiles, but the process is at an early stage and is being hampered by political decisions. Certification of supply chains may take 3-6 years, so Ukraine has better prospects in the European Freyja project.
After the conflict in the White House in February 2025, relations between the presidents warmed. Ukraine provided expert assistance to the US and Persian Gulf countries in combating Iranian drones.
US President Donald Trump decided to refrain from a new strike on Iran, agreeing to the request of Tehran and other Middle Eastern countries. The terms of the agreement are the cessation of the nuclear threat and the opening of the Strait of Hormuz.
Iran's Foreign Minister stated a decisive response to possible US aggression. Iran threatens strikes on oil fields in Saudi Arabia and the UAE in case of attacks on its energy infrastructure.
On the first Sunday of August, Ukraine celebrates the Day of the Air Force of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. According to the new church calendar, the memory of the Protomartyr Stephen is honored, and according to the old one, the Prophet Elijah.
General Alexus Grinkevich stated that without an additional destroyer, he would choose to defend the US instead of Israel. The intensity of the Iranian operation has depleted the US stocks of key defensive weapons.