The US is canceling a 25% punitive tariff on imports from India. This happened after an agreement under which India is reducing its purchases of Russian oil.
Bitcoin investors liquidated $2. 56 billion in assets as cryptocurrencies fell in line with other risk assets. This demonstrates the crypto market's sensitivity to declining risk appetite.
Tesla introduced a new all-wheel-drive Model Y for $41,990 in the US to attract budget-conscious buyers. Elon Musk announced the cessation of Model S and Model X production, retooling factories for Optimus robots and Cybercab autonomous taxis.
Precious metal prices are rising after a two-day decline, with gold exceeding $4855 and silver $85. Analysts predict further growth to $6000 per ounce by 2026.
Global oil prices stabilized after a fall caused by the US-India trade deal. India will stop buying Russian oil, increasing imports from the US and Venezuela.
The global volume of public syndicated bond issuance has surpassed $1 trillion faster than ever before. Borrowers are capitalizing on high investor demand to secure favorable lending terms.
The documentary "Melania: 20 Days to History" grossed over $7 million in its opening weekend. The film received 99% positive reviews from viewers, but only 10% from critics.
Mexico will stop supplying oil to Cuba after Trump's negotiations with Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum. This decision, caused by US sanctions pressure, could lead to a humanitarian crisis in Cuba, where oil reserves will last only 15-20 days.
The Syrian government has begun deploying security forces in the northeastern regions previously controlled by Kurds. This is part of an agreement to integrate the "Syrian Democratic Forces" into state institutions, brokered by the United States.
Turkey seeks to organize direct talks between the US and Iran in Ankara or Istanbul. The goal is to prevent a US military strike on Iran over the suppression of protests.
US stock indexes rose on February 2, breaking a losing streak, while gold and silver prices continued their steep decline after reaching record highs. Gold fell below $4,500 per ounce, and silver showed significant volatility.
In January, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy held 20 meetings and 14 telephone conversations, visiting France, Cyprus, Switzerland, and Lithuania. Following these contacts, Ukraine received NASAMS air defense missiles from Norway, the 31st package of military aid from Finland, and significant energy support from other partners.
President Zelenskyy announced a new round of negotiations between Ukraine, the US, and Russia on Wednesday and Thursday. Both a trilateral and a bilateral format with the US are planned.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced the readiness of a bilateral document on security guarantees with the United States. Ukraine expects further work on documents related to recovery and economic development.
Gold and silver prices continued to fall on Monday. Spot gold prices fell 3% to $4718.35 an ounce, and silver fell 3.3% to $81.75 an ounce.
Bitcoin rose 2% to $78,000 after a weekend drop following Trump's statement on trade tariffs. Outflows from Bitcoin ETFs and Kevin Warsh's nomination as a candidate for Fed chairman also impacted the market.
President Zelenskyy and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen discussed energy support for Ukraine and a new package of sanctions against Russia. The European Union will provide Ukraine with generators and energy equipment, and will finalize the 20th sanctions package.
Gold's 30-day volatility exceeded 44%, the highest since 2008, surpassing Bitcoin. This occurred after a sharp 10% drop in gold prices and its rally to record highs.
They earned over $8 million, but do not declare employee earnings, journalists report on the income of Shabunin's Anti-Corruption Action Center.
On the 11th anniversary of Andriy Kuzmenko's death, Barbara Kuzmenko shared an archival photo with her father and an emotional post. She noted that the pain of loss has not diminished, and believes that her father is always by her side.
The second round of trilateral security talks between Ukraine, the US, and Russia will take place on February 4-5 in Abu Dhabi. The Kremlin confirmed this.
Donald Trump said he could make countries pay their dues to the UN if the organization asked him to. He declined to comment on whether the US would repay its debts to the UN.
February 2nd marks Groundhog Day, where the animal's behavior determines the arrival of spring. This year, Timko the groundhog from Kharkiv region will predict spring remotely due to the security situation.
Former UK Ambassador to the US, Peter Mandelson, has resigned from the Labour Party following accusations of ties to Jeffrey Epstein. He is suspected of receiving payments and attempting to block a tax on bankers' bonuses.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov is trying to convince the US to negotiate only with Russia, and not with Ukraine and Europe. The Kremlin seeks to use economic agreements and arms talks to extract concessions from Trump on Ukraine.
French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot stated that all financial aid to Ukraine comes from Europe. He also noted that a significant part of intelligence and military support is also European.
Chinese leader Xi Jinping has called for the yuan to achieve global reserve currency status. Beijing aims to create a "powerful currency" for international trade and investment.
Donald Trump stated that he never planned to make Greenland the 51st US state, but instead wanted to give that role to Canada. This was said at the elite Alfalfa Club dinner in Washington, where Trump later admitted he was joking.
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi declared readiness for war, but expressed confidence in reaching a deal with the US. He emphasized that war would be a disaster for everyone, and American bases would be targets.
Donald Trump expressed hope for a deal with Iran. In addition, the American leader noted that the United States has powerful ships near Iran.
