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U. S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov in Manila. They discussed U.S.-Russia relations and the need to end the war in Ukraine.
EU will allow Dynagas to continue transporting Russian LNG to third countries for 12 months. A compromise was reached after resistance from Athens, which defended the interests of the Greek shipowner.
July 23 marks World Whale and Dolphin Day, established in 1986. In Ukraine, according to the new calendar, the Pochayiv Icon of the Mother of God is venerated.
The Trump administration has approved a 30-year agreement that gives American companies a key role in Saudi Arabia's nuclear program. The document provides for the potential construction of a uranium enrichment plant in the kingdom.
Reuters reports on possible Russian involvement in Iran's strikes on CIA facilities. The effectiveness of the attacks and Russia's technical support to Iran are considered as evidence.
Head of the Office of the President Kyrylo Budanov stated readiness for cooperation with the US after a meeting with the ambassador to NATO. The sides discussed licensing the production of missiles for Patriot and the situation on the front.
The next round of peace talks between Israel and Lebanon will take place in Rome on August 4. The framework agreement provides for the disarmament of Hezbollah and the withdrawal of Israeli troops from southern Lebanon.
Judge Alvin Hellerstein scheduled the trial for Nicolás Maduro and Cilia Flores for June 1, 2027. The couple faces life imprisonment on drug trafficking charges.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated a readiness for a realistic and patient approach so that the Cuban people can feel prosperity. He emphasized that the socialist model does not work, but the timeline for changes is not defined.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy confirmed a good and important conversation with Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner. They discussed intensifying diplomacy to bring a dignified peace closer.
The President of Ukraine held a conversation with the special representatives of the US President. They discussed ideas for restoring diplomatic efforts to end the war.
President Zelenskyy met with the US Ambassador to NATO, Whittaker. They discussed strengthening air defense and the license to produce Patriot.
The US President stated that he would bomb Iranian infrastructure in response to attacks on ships. Media note that this could be considered a war crime.
According to the publication, Putin wants to keep the captured areas of Sumy and Kharkiv regions under his control. At the same time, the Kremlin has strengthened its position due to the escalation of Ukrainian strikes on Russian territory.
President Trump granted Ukraine permission to produce missiles for the Patriot air defense system. Lockheed Martin supported the decision, and Zelenskyy stated the technical possibility by the end of 2026.
U. S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced his intention to discuss the end of the war in Ukraine with Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov. He noted that the U.S. is ready to play a constructive role in ending the war.
Vyacheslav Bachuk predicts an increase in fuel prices due to the blocked Strait of Hormuz and supply issues. For August, there are no confirmed fuel volumes, which creates a shortage.
On July 22, as a result of a Russian attack, a fire broke out on a wheat field in the Zhytomyr region. The fire destroyed 2 hectares of crops; the fire was extinguished without casualties.
Sergei Lavrov stated that the US, through arms supplies and intelligence data, is directly involved in directing Ukrainian weapons at targets in Russia. Tomorrow he plans a meeting with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio.
Chicago wheat futures rose 0. 9% due to attacks by Russia and Ukraine, which heightened concerns about exports from the Black Sea. Russia and Ukraine account for 25-30% of global wheat exports, and crop disruptions support prices.
Ukraine and the United States signed a bilateral statement of intent on defense partnership. The agreement provides for the export of Ukrainian drones for military testing at the Pentagon.
US President Donald Trump plans to nominate FIFA President Gianni Infantino for the position of UN Secretary General. Infantino grew close to Trump during the organization of the FIFA World Cup.
US Central Command struck Iranian military centers and logistics to weaken threats to shipping in the Strait of Hormuz. Iran warned of retaliatory measures, and Trump threatened strikes on a nuclear facility.
Guido Crosetto stated that Ukraine has won because it never wanted to invade Russia, but is only defending itself. He recalled that four years ago everyone thought Russia would reach Kyiv in a week.
US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth informed the Senate of $37. 5 billion in spending on the war with Iran. Part of the funds will go to feeding the troops until the end of the fiscal year.
US President Donald Trump plans to impose new tariffs on dozens of countries, despite warnings from advisers. This comes amid escalating tensions between the US and Iran.
Iran warned Bulgaria that the deployment of American refueling aircraft at the Bezmer air base would be regarded as complicity in aggression. The Bulgarian parliament approved the government's proposal for the temporary stationing of US military equipment.
A blogger from Trump's circle stated that Russia deliberately attacks American businesses in Ukraine. She emphasized that strikes on McDonald's are a symbol of Moscow's contempt for Western values.
Two Lebanese Red Cross paramedics were injured as a result of a mine explosion in southern Lebanon. The incident occurred during the search for a missing person in a mined area of Zawtar.
The Bulgarian parliamentary committee supported the deployment of up to eight US tanker aircraft and 250 military personnel. Iran warned about the inadmissibility of assisting US military operations.