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At the ReBuild Ukraine exhibition, the Kyiv region delegation met with representatives of the state of Washington to discuss joint projects. The parties are working on an online platform for business cooperation between the two regions.

The Biden administration is considering new sanctions against russia, prohibiting U. S. banks from working with Gazprombank.

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz plans to speak with Putin by phone on Friday. The conversation will take place amid uncertainty over Western support for Ukraine and Trump's possible return to power.

Bluesky social network recorded more than 1 million new registrations in 24 hours, reaching 16 million users. The platform was ranked first in the US App Store, ahead of ChatGPT and Threads.

During the November 13 attack, russia used North Korean KN-23/24 ballistic missiles. KFI experts identified specific features of these weapons, including atypical welding and a unique metal composition.

Former and current US intelligence officials criticize Trump's decision to appoint Tulsi Gabbard. Experts consider her appointment risky due to her lack of experience and soft stance on Russia.

Ilya Lichtenstein has been sentenced to 5 years in prison for hacking the Bitfinex exchange in 2016. The hacker stole 120,000 bitcoins, the value of which increased from $71 million to almost $10 billion.

Donald Trump was ambivalent about Elon Musk's frequent visits to his Mar-a-Lago estate. Musk spends “almost every day” there and participates in important meetings and calls.

Florida Senator Marco Rubio has been appointed the new US Secretary of State by Donald Trump. Rubio promised to ensure “peace through strength” and put the interests of Americans above all else.

Brent and WTI crude oil fell by 0. 9% due to weak demand in China and a 4.6% decline in refining. The IEA predicts an excess of supply over demand by 2025, despite the OPEC+ cuts.

The US State Department has downgraded the risk level for nine western regions of Ukraine from fourth to third. This is the first change in travel advisories since the start of the full-scale invasion.

Elon Musk held an hour-long meeting with Iranian UN Ambassador Amir Saeeda Iranian in New York. The parties discussed ways to reduce tensions between the United States and Iran.

Two US federal judges have postponed the trial of the Capitol stormers because of a possible pardon from Trump. The judges explained the decision by the desire to save resources if the cases are canceled.

A three-story house of 1200 square meters with a plot of 1. 2 hectares is being sold in Koncha Zaspa for a record $10 million. The estate has a swimming pool, spa area, wine cellars and separate buildings for guests and staff.

Donald Trump has announced the appointment of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as US Secretary of Health. The new head should counteract the influence of pharmaceutical companies and restore the “Gold Standard” of research.

Elon Musk is actively interfering in the work of Donald Trump's transition team and frequently visits Mar-a-Lago. His behavior and attempts at influence are causing irritation among Trump's advisors.

FIFA has unveiled an updated golden trophy for the Club World Cup that can be transformed. The surface of the cup is engraved with inscriptions in 13 languages, including Russian.

The German Ministry of Economy has ordered Deutsche Energy Terminal to stop supplying Russian LNG. The decision was made after the announcement of planned gas supplies from Russia to the Brunsbüttel terminal.

The global cryptocurrency market set a new record of $3. 2 trillion after the US presidential election. Bitcoin has reached $93,480, and other cryptocurrencies are also showing growth.

European leaders call on the Biden administration to provide more weapons and strengthen sanctions against Russia before the end of the presidential term. The EU is preparing for a possible reduction in support for Ukraine under Trump.

At his meeting with Trump at the White House, Biden emphasized the importance of supporting Ukraine for US security. Sullivan said that the president would continue to defend this position both privately and publicly.

Polish President Andrzej Duda plans to discuss the situation in Ukraine and the region with Donald Trump. Duda is confident that Trump will not allow Ukraine to be destroyed because of the huge American investments in its defense.

Tulsi Gabbard, Trump's nominee for Director of National Intelligence, has made controversial statements about Russian disinformation. Her appointment could lead to conflicts with the intelligence community.

Future US National Security Advisor Mike Waltz announced Trump's plans to end the war through negotiations. Waltz had previously supported aid to Ukraine, but later voted against funding.

A new US air defense base was opened in the Polish city of Redzikowo. President Duda emphasized the importance of the US presence as a guarantor of Poland's security, despite possible changes in the US administration.

The EU foreign policy chief spoke out against a diplomatic solution that would marginalize Ukraine and the EU. Borrell emphasized the need to continue supporting Ukraine even if the US position changes.

The Biden administration plans to appeal to Congress for new aid to Ukraine for 2025. Sullivan reiterated his intention to use all the allocated funds by the end of the presidential term.

Trump's party is projected to have a majority in the US House of Representatives and Senate. This will allow the Republicans to push through the tax cut program and may affect support for Ukraine.

The current Speaker of the US House of Representatives, Mike Johnson, received unanimous support from the Republican Party. The final vote on his candidacy will take place early in the new year.

Donald Trump has chosen Tulsi Gabbard as his nominee for the post of Director of National Intelligence. Gabbard, who left the Democratic Party in 2022, has military experience and has become an active Trump supporter.