Claude's daily downloads in the US reached 149,000, surpassing ChatGPT. Its active audience grew by 183% after Anthropic rejected a deal with the US government.
Brent crude rose to $92. 69 due to the blocking of the Strait of Hormuz and infrastructure attacks. QatarEnergy declared force majeure due to the chaos.
Minister Ryosei Akazawa urged Washington not to raise tariffs on Japanese goods. Tokyo promises investments of $550 billion and energy cooperation.
Gasoline prices in the US rose by 11% due to the conflict with Iran and oil at $90. This creates political risks for Republicans ahead of the elections.
A New York court has found Asif Merchant guilty of plotting to assassinate US politicians on behalf of Iran. He faces life imprisonment for terrorism.
The US has conducted "lethal kinetic operations" in Ecuador at the request of the government to eliminate narco-terrorist networks. The military actions are aimed at dismantling cartel bases used for cocaine smuggling.
Marco Rubio used emergency powers to supply 12,000 bombs, each weighing 450 kg. The decision is explained by the critical need of the Israeli army.
The White House believes that reaching a peace agreement is realistic even after news of Russia's assistance to Iran. Karoline Leavitt announced Trump's direct statement on the situation.
The Israel Defense Forces are bombing western regions of Iran to support Kurdish militias preparing for a ground offensive. Kurdish groups plan to seize strategic cities near the border.
The US Department of Justice has filed forfeiture complaints seeking to seize $15 million linked to an illicit Iranian oil distribution network led by Hossein Shamkhani. The network circumvented US sanctions by selling energy resources, primarily to China.
Canadian Trade Minister Dominic LeBlanc met with US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer, resuming negotiations after a freeze since last October. The review of CUSMA and the abolition of tariffs on steel, aluminum, cars, and timber are being discussed.
Donald Trump has reached an agreement with US defense companies to quadruple the production of "sophisticated class" weapons. This decision was made to meet the needs of the army, despite already significant existing stockpiles.
White House spokeswoman Karoline Leavitt said the US military campaign against Iran could last four to six weeks. The US is confidently moving towards establishing control over Iranian airspace.
Iran will essentially be in a state of unconditional surrender when the US president decides that the country poses no threat to America, the White House said.
U. S. President Donald Trump and Secretary of Defense Pete Hagset will meet with representatives of defense contractors. The purpose of the meeting is to discuss the president's active support for the rapid buildup of capabilities of American arms manufacturers.
Lithuanian prosecutors have charged five individuals with terrorism on behalf of Russian intelligence after an attempt to plant incendiary devices on airplanes. An international investigation uncovered 22 individuals involved in crimes organized by Russian intelligence.
US President Donald Trump said that Iran's leadership had been "neutralized" and that he was looking for a new leader. He expressed confidence in the ease of choosing a new leader who would be well-disposed towards the US and Israel.
Donald Trump said there would be no deal with Iran other than unconditional surrender. He stated that he wants to see this through, and also participate in the appointment of the successor to Iran's Supreme Leader.
International Energy Agency Director Fatih Birol stated there is a "huge surplus" of oil in the markets, but warned of a potential "gas bidding war" due to the conflict in the Middle East. Oil prices have risen by 50% since the beginning of the year, and the Strait of Hormuz is effectively closed to tankers.
The United States has asked Ukraine for help in protecting its bases and soldiers in the Middle East. Ukrainian specialists will begin work in the coming days.
Due to the war in the Middle East and the escalation around Iran, fuel prices in Europe have risen. The highest prices are recorded in the Netherlands, where gasoline costs 2.19 euros per liter.
Russia is providing Iran with intelligence on the location of American military facilities for strikes in the Middle East. This assistance indicates the involvement of one of America's main nuclear rivals in the war.
President Zelenskyy announced the second stage of the prisoner exchange, within which 300 Ukrainian defenders are returning home. Among those released are servicemen of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, the National Guard, and border guards who defended Ukraine in various directions.
The Russian Ministry of Defense announced the return of 300 servicemen in exchange for 300 captured Ukrainian Armed Forces personnel. This is the second stage of the 500-for-500 exchange, following the return of 200 Ukrainians.
Kremlin officials are criticizing the US for military operations against Iran, using the escalation in the Middle East. This sets the stage for blaming the US for potential failures in peace talks on Ukraine.
The US and Qatar are discussing the acquisition of Ukrainian drones to shoot down Iranian "Shaheds," a source reports.
A week after the war began, the US and Israel exchange strikes with Iran. Persian Gulf countries defend themselves against Iranian attacks, the number of which has decreased.
Iran announced a new phase of Operation 'True Promise 4', launching over 600 missiles and 2000 drones at American and Israeli targets. Tehran claims to have shot down an American F-15E fighter jet and attacked the USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier.
The US Treasury Department has issued a license allowing Indian companies to purchase Russian oil at sea. This is an emergency measure to compensate for fuel shortages due to the closure of the Strait of Hormuz.
Global gold prices recorded weekly losses of 3. 7% for the first time in a month due to the rising dollar and revised Fed forecasts. Investors are using gold assets for liquidity amid the stock market collapse.
