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Polish investigators have recovered numerous fragments of the missile that fell in the Lublin Voivodeship. The examination of the fragments will take place on Friday with the participation of a Ukrainian expert.
Anthropic found that its AI models hacked three organizations due to a misconfiguration that provided internet access. The company urged other labs to conduct similar checks.
Elina Svitolina secured a victory over Polina Kudermetova, who previously represented Russia and now plays for Uzbekistan. The Ukrainian advanced to the quarterfinals of the WTA 500 tournament in Washington.
Saudi Arabia is preparing a large-scale military operation against the Yemeni Houthis, including a naval and ground offensive. Riyadh is creating an international naval coalition of 14 states to protect shipping.
U. S. President Donald Trump signed an executive order allowing restrictions on the export of industrial waste to preserve critical minerals. The decision aims to strengthen domestic supply chains and reduce dependence on China.
Global oil prices rose about 21% in July due to the escalation of the conflict between the US and Iran. US WTI crude is trading near $84 per barrel, while Brent is around $89.
US President Donald Trump said he is not sure whether he will allow Ukraine to obtain a license to produce missiles for the Patriot. The issue is still under consideration, and the US is cautious about transferring such technologies.
In the United States, the first hearing of the Court for the Removal of Foreign Terrorists took place. The first case was the deportation of a 47-year-old resident of Texas, who is accused of supporting ISIS.
Ford CEO Jim Farley stated that Chinese automakers could enter the US market within five to ten years. The company is preparing for competition by developing affordable electric vehicles.
U. S. President Donald Trump threatened to temporarily withdraw the nomination of acting Attorney General Todd Blanche due to a demand from Senators Cornyn and Tillis to provide guarantees regarding a $1.8 billion fund.
According to Reuters, Yemeni Houthis may have attacked Saudi Arabia from Iraqi territory jointly with Iraqi groups. The coordination was carried out by the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps.
The U. S. Army has signed a contract with Lockheed Martin worth up to $58.6 billion for the production of Patriot interceptor missiles. The deal involves tripling production capacity by 2030.
Elon Musk's xAI company challenges Minnesota law banning the creation of fake nude images using AI. xAI considers the law too broad and a violation of free speech.
The US State Department will begin issuing commemorative passports with a portrait of Donald Trump in August. Due to high demand, 250 thousand special documents will be released.
Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi stated that Egypt's security is of paramount importance after a drone strike on the port of Damietta. The attack could be the first instance of Egypt being drawn into the regional conflict.
China stated that the US is copying AI models developed by Chinese companies. This was a response to US accusations that the Chinese are using distillation technology without permission.
The United States imposed sanctions against six individuals and companies from China, India, Russia, and Iran for supporting Mahan Air and the IRGC. The sanctioned individuals provided logistical and commercial assistance, and were also used for military operations.
Ukrainian Ambassador Olha Stefanishyna stated that Zelenskyy's visit to the US did not bring new commitments regarding Patriot missiles due to a shortage. Ukraine is temporarily seeking missiles from other partners and plans its own production.
The US nuclear industry remains dependent on Russian uranium, which accounted for 26% of purchases in 2025. A 2024 law bans imports but allows exceptions until January 2028.
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi criticized Bulgaria's approval of the US use of the Bezmer airbase. Bulgaria stated that it would not participate in the conflict.
The National Bank of Ukraine presented a macro forecast for 2026-2028, expecting $54 billion in international aid in 2026. Key risks include missile strikes and funding delays.
American forces have completed a new wave of strikes against Iran, hitting dozens of facilities of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps. Iran reported a missile hitting a residential building on Qeshm Island.
Over the past 24 hours, only 14 vessels passed through the Strait of Hormuz, compared to about 120 before the conflict. Shipping companies are seeking alternative routes due to security threats.
Gold prices rose by 0. 8% after the Fed left rates unchanged. Tensions in the Middle East exacerbate inflation risks.
The United States has begun airstrikes against Iran following a missile attack on an American base in Jordan. These are the first strikes after a pause announced by President Trump.
Despite the increase in forest fires in Europe and North America, global carbon emissions from fires have become the lowest in 25 years. This is due to a record reduction in fires in Africa and Asia.
Iran launched missile strikes on US facilities after the US and Saudi Arabia attacked Iraqi militias, killing 20 fighters. In Egypt, two gas vessels caught fire following drone attacks.
The Prime Minister of Israel refrained from calling for specific actions regarding Iran during negotiations with Trump. This is due to the decline in support for Israel in the White House and among American society.
The Bloomberg Dollar Index fell 0. 3% after the Fed kept interest rates unchanged. The probability of a rate hike in September dropped to 50%, with expectations shifting to December.
US President Donald Trump said that the US is preparing a response to Iran's attempt to attack American troops. He emphasized that now "it's our turn" to deliver a powerful strike, despite Iran's apology.