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The US State Department will appoint Anne Wu as interim charge d'affaires in Beijing until the Senate confirms David Perdue as ambassador. This comes amid strained relations between the US and China.
Ukraine is forming a team to monitor a possible ceasefire with Russia. Sybiha emphasized the importance of avoiding provocations, given the experience of the Minsk process.
According to a KMIS poll, 50% of Ukrainians are not ready to give up territories for the sake of peace with Russia, even if the war lasts longer. The majority believes that Russia's goal is genocide.
Andriy Sybiha reacted to Putin's refusal to a truce, emphasizing that this shows the unwillingness of the Russian Federation to stop the war. Ukraine supported the US proposal for a ceasefire.
Despite the proposal of Kyiv and Washington for a truce, Putin is not ready to retreat from his demands. He insists on "resolving the root causes" of the Russian Federation's invasion of Ukraine.
Министр обороны Португалии заявил об отказе от американских F-35 из-за непредсказуемости политики США в НАТО. Существуют опасения относительно ограничений на использование и обслуживание самолетов.
Tesla plans to produce a budget version of Model Y in Shanghai, which will be 20% cheaper. Mass production will start in 2026 to protect market share in China and other regions.
The price of gold is rising due to concerns about Trump's customs policy and geopolitical instability. Experts predict further increases in the price of the precious metal.
Canada has filed a complaint with the WTO over US steel and aluminum tariffs, deeming them inconsistent with US international trade obligations. Trump refused to escalate.
Secret US intelligence reports indicate that Putin has no intention of ending the war in Ukraine. He may use the ceasefire to regroup troops and further escalate.
The US has tightened sanctions against Iran's oil industry and restricted payments for energy from Russia. Brent rose above $70 a barrel, WTI costs about $67.
The EU plans to develop the defense industry by reducing US support. The priority is to provide Ukraine with weapons, ammunition and strengthen cooperation in the defense sector.
G7 ministers discussed support for Ukraine and stressed the importance of security guarantees after the war. Japan is ready to assist in the reconstruction of Ukraine through public-private partnerships.
High-ranking officials from Iran, Russia and China gathered in Beijing to discuss Tehran's nuclear program. China expressed hope that the meeting would contribute to the resumption of diplomatic efforts.
US Special Representative Stephen Vitkov has completed negotiations in Moscow. He is returning to discuss with President Trump further steps to resolve the war in Ukraine.
The Kremlin is using the same narratives as to justify the invasion of Ukraine to create conditions for aggression against NATO countries. The narratives are adapted to the tension between Western states.
Ukrainian troops are practically without a fight leaving the border region, which was captured seven months ago, due to pressure from the USA. The retreat may be a prerequisite for negotiations on a truce with Russia.
Putin agreed to a ceasefire, but put forward conditions that give Russia advantages and allow it to resume hostilities. ISW experts believe that this indicates that the Russian dictator is not set on establishing peace.
Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer has stated that he will vote for a bill to fund US government agencies. He believes this is the best choice for the country.
The French Prime Minister called Trump's statement about raising tariffs on alcohol from the EU a provocation. The Spanish government called for calm and firmness.
The acting head of the Greenland government is convening a meeting of party leaders due to Trump's words about the possible annexation of the island. He condemned the dismissive behavior of the US president and called for a strong reaction.
The Trump administration demanded the development of military intervention options to ensure US access to the Panama Canal. Trump believes that the canal should belong to the United States.
Putin had a conversation with the Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia, noting the country's mediation efforts. The Kremlin did not specify which side initiated the telephone conversation.
The United States will resume supplying Ukraine with GLSDB bombs, modernized to counter Russian interference, amid the depletion of ATACMS stockpiles. The use of updated bombs is expected to resume in the coming days.
Former US National Guardsman Jack Teixeira, who released Pentagon data on the war in Ukraine, pleads guilty to obstructing justice. During the court hearing, he called himself a "proud patriot".
The Trump administration is tightening restrictions against key sectors of the Russian economy, making it more difficult to access American payment systems. The 60-day exemption for energy transactions of Russian banks has been canceled.
The US is considering ways to cooperate with Russia's Gazprom in global projects, despite sanctions. There are preliminary contacts between representatives of both countries regarding the restoration of the Nord Stream.
Tesla has expressed concern to the Trump administration about potential damage to American exporters from a trade war and economic countermeasures. The company fears rising costs and loss of competitiveness.
The Trump administration has asked the Supreme Court to allow the partial implementation of a plan to abolish citizenship by birthright for children of immigrants and foreign tourists.
US President Donald Trump assured that Russia will not attack other allies of America. He also noted that the US discussed with Ukraine the issue of territorial concessions.