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Negotiations in Istanbul ended without a breakthrough on a ceasefire due to unrealistic conditions set by the Russians. European leaders are coordinating actions and condemning Moscow's position.
The US has not presented a detailed proposal for a nuclear deal with Iran, although it was expected to happen this week. The Trump administration is awaiting Iran's response after negotiations in Oman.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz assured of further support for Ukraine in the war with Russia after a conversation with Donald Trump. He stressed that Germany will not stop helping Ukraine until the end of the war.
Gold prices fell 2% due to a temporary trade agreement between the US and China. The strengthening dollar also reduced investor demand for gold.
The delegations of Ukraine and Russia have reached a fundamental agreement to meet again. Turkey has assured that it will make efforts for peace between the countries.
Insurify experts believe that Tesla will be the least affected by Trump's tariffs. Prices will increase by 5%, and insurance by 3%, which is the lowest rate among brands.
The Latvian Defense Intelligence Service calls on citizens to be attentive to suspicious persons who may be spies with backpacks and radios. Especially if they are interested in infrastructure and photograph objects.
Russian delegation left the negotiation room with Ukraine in Istanbul, a pause was taken. These are the first direct negotiations since 2022, but Putin refused to participate.
The President of Ukraine stated that Trump wants to end the war, so coordination is important. He promised to inform about the negotiations in Istanbul regarding real steps of the Russian Federation towards peace.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that russia must return Ukrainian children and civilians to build trust. He also added that Ukraine is ready for realistic steps to end the war.
Pope Leo XIV has offered the Vatican as a neutral platform for direct negotiations between Ukraine and Russia. Cardinal Pietro Parolin called the results of the Turkish meetings tragic.
Negotiations between Israel and Syria took place in Baku with the mediation of Azerbaijan. The parties discussed the situation on Israel's northern border and the possibilities for its stabilization.
Donald Trump stated that Iran and the United States are getting closer to a nuclear agreement. He urged Tehran to act quickly, warning of possible negative consequences in case of delays.
Andriy Sybiga stated that Ukraine is ready to work for peace, and Russia must prove the seriousness of its intentions. Yermak emphasized a complete ceasefire.
Trump's special representative Keith Kellogg met in Istanbul with representatives of Ukraine, Great Britain, France and Greece to discuss peace. A possible meeting between Zelenskyy and Putin was also discussed at the meeting.
Peskov said that Putin receives information about the negotiations online, and the Russian delegation has all the necessary instructions. He also did not rule out a telephone conversation with Putin.
The parties emphasized the need for a lasting peace for Ukraine and an unconditional ceasefire. Russia ignored the negotiations and refused to stop the aggression.
US President Donald Trump has stated that people in Gaza are starving and the US will solve this problem. Trump's comment is seen as evidence of tension between Netanyahu and Washington.
Former Deputy Head of the Main Intelligence Directorate Illya Pavlenko spoke about innovations and modernization of intelligence. Budanov's team works around the clock, and the capabilities of Ukrainian intelligence are unique.
Donald Trump announced the possibility of a phone call with Vladimir Putin to discuss ending the war in Ukraine. He also mentioned plans to meet with him in the near future.
Due to USAID funding cuts, child mortality has increased in the poorest countries. Almost a million children are not receiving treatment for malnutrition, which will lead to deaths.
Marco Rubio is holding a meeting with representatives from Britain, Germany, and France to discuss the Russian-Ukrainian war and the situation with Iran. The negotiations are taking place in Istanbul.
Price growth in Russia slowed down for the first time in six months, and annual inflation in April was 10. 3%. The economy is losing momentum, which may lead to a rate cut.
Negotiations are expected in Istanbul between delegations from Ukraine, Russia, and Turkey, with the participation of the head of Turkish intelligence.
A Ukrainian diplomatic source reported that Russia is demanding bilateral negotiations in Istanbul, which Ukraine believes undermines peace efforts. This raises doubts about Putin's intentions.
Dmitry Peskov stated that contacts between Putin and Trump are extremely important for the settlement in Ukraine. The meeting should be prepared and productive in order to discuss bilateral relations.
Donald Trump announced the establishment of customs rates for US trading partners within 2-3 weeks. He noted that his administration cannot negotiate with everyone at once.
The Ukrainian side has declared its readiness for an unconditional ceasefire and direct negotiations at the highest level to achieve lasting peace. Peace is possible under the condition of concrete actions by the Russian Federation.
FEMA Agency faced staff cuts and Trump's insistence on dissolving the disaster relief agency. The department identified problems within the agency.
The Ukrainian delegation at the negotiations with Russia will insist on a complete and unconditional ceasefire. Before the meeting, the Ukrainian delegation coordinated positions with national security advisors from France, Germany, Britain and the United States.