Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy will hold a separate meeting with Donald Trump at the White House on Tuesday, where they will discuss the peace process with Russia. A meeting between Zelenskyy and all 100 senators is also scheduled at the Capitol amid the consideration of a bill on sanctions against the Russian Federation.
July 28 marks World Hepatitis Day and Nature Conservation Day. In Ukraine, according to the new calendar, the memory of the apostles from the 70 is honored.
Deputy Pentagon Director Travis Metz stated that Ukraine produces up to 7 million drones per year, while the US is only at the initial stage. The Pentagon's $1.1 billion program provides for orders of fewer than 200,000 unmanned aerial vehicles by February.
Iran and Oman continue negotiations after a meeting in Tehran on restoring navigation through the Strait of Hormuz. Success would allow Iran and the US to resume talks on ending the war.
Russian dictator Vladimir Putin stated that military spending will be a priority of the Russian budget. Since 2022, the war against Ukraine has cost Russian taxpayers $746.6 billion.
At the UN Security Council meeting, a new wave of Russian shelling of civilian infrastructure and attacks on Black Sea ports was condemned. Diplomats emphasized the increase in civilian casualties and the threat to food security.
Iran is unlikely to significantly increase its involvement in the war against Ukraine due to internal problems and the conflict with the US. The strike on a vessel with Iranian cargo was a signal from the US about Ukraine's readiness to be an ally.
Acting Director of National Intelligence William Palti announced the completion of the fourth phase of staff reduction. Earlier, Trump called the office too large and called for changes.
Brent oil prices fell to $89. 23 per barrel after the suspension of US and Iranian attacks. Analysts doubt that the pause will restore supplies through the Strait of Hormuz.
Loomer urged conservatives not to succumb to Russian propaganda. She admitted that she had previously become a victim of false information.
Head of Iran's Security Commission Ebrahim Azizi stated that "Ukraine may also soon understand that Iran does not leave actions unanswered. " This happened after the strike in the Caspian Sea.
The President of Ukraine stated a shortage of missiles for Patriot air defense systems due to the situation in the Middle East. He emphasized the need to accelerate the provision of air defense due to Russia's increase in ballistic missile production.
At the Bite of Seattle festival in Seattle, a shooting occurred, resulting in three deaths and four injuries. Police have detained one suspect and are searching for another; among the wounded is a two-year-old boy.
Andy Burnham will hold his first meeting with a foreign leader, hosting Volodymyr Zelenskyy. Britain will transfer to Ukraine the intellectual property of the "Stone Cloak" system and will discuss a drone agreement.
The Israeli government approved the introduction of International Stabilization Forces into the Gaza Strip. A contingent of 200 people will operate in coordination with the Israeli army.
Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov stated that reports about the US and Ukraine discussing a cessation of air attacks are merely newspaper news. He added that Russia's reaction will depend on whether the new initiatives align with Moscow's interests.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy will visit Washington on Tuesday for a meeting with U. S. President Donald Trump. The visit also includes the funeral of Senator Lindsey Graham.
The Iranian army announced the cessation of its strikes after US troops suspended attacks for two days. A spokesman for the Iranian military noted that the US strategy is unclear even to the American leadership.
Wes Streeting stated that Europe will be grateful to Trump for increasing defense spending. He emphasized the need to end excessive dependence on the US.
The peak activity of the Delta Aquariid meteor shower in 2026 falls on the night of July 30-31. Due to the nearly full Moon, observations will be limited by bright moonlight.
Equinor CEO stated that Europe may not achieve the goal of filling storage facilities to 80% due to market tensions. The reasons are competition with Asia and the cessation of Russian gas supplies.
Venezuela informed the UN of its irrevocable decision to withdraw from the ICC due to allegations of bias. The court was investigating crimes against humanity, and the withdrawal coincided with a vote to dismiss prosecutor Khan.
U. S. President Donald Trump published an AI-generated image of a giant air filter along the border with Canada. He threatened new tariffs over smoke from wildfires that blanketed American cities.
The US Navy has selected the RAACM-ER cruise missile for the CHAOS project, which is developing low-cost long-range weapons for allies. The new version has a range of over 1,800 km, which is 4 times greater than the baseline RAACM.
American military inspected the tanker Charminar in the Arabian Sea. Since July, the US has redirected 12 vessels and disabled two tankers that violated the blockade.
The United Kingdom has signed a £20 million contract with Lockheed Martin UK to produce hypersonic targets. The first flight is scheduled for 2027 to prepare for intercepting "Kinzhal" and "Zircon" missiles.
Yemeni Houthis struck Saudi Aramco oil facilities in Jizan and Yanbu. The US did not carry out airstrikes on Iran for the first time in two weeks, Trump ordered the military to stop strikes.
The US federal appeals court upheld a ban on Trump's executive order that tightened mail-in voting rules in 23 states. The court ruled that the president exceeded his authority by requiring the Department of Homeland Security to compile voter lists.
Brazil denied visas to two senior State Department officials whom the Trump administration planned to send to the country ahead of the October 4 elections. The authorities regarded the planned visit as interference in the electoral process.
Qatar resumes maritime traffic in normal mode from July 26. Vessel movement was temporarily suspended due to the escalation between the US and Iran.
