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The russian foreign ministry said that russia is considering downgrading diplomatic relations with the United States if its frozen assets are confiscated.

During his visit to China, U. S. Secretary of State Anthony Blinken emphasized the need for "direct" and "ongoing" cooperation between the United States and China.

Satellite images show that the russian cargo ship Angara, which is under US sanctions for supplying North Korean weapons to russia, has been allowed to dock at a Chinese shipyard.

Ukraine has blocked the propaganda YouTube channels "Vyshka" and "Yes, it is so", and the enemy is preparing a new discrediting campaign against US aid, according to the deputy head of the Center for Political Analysis of the National Security and Defense Council.

French President Emmanuel Macron has outlined his vision of a strong Europe capable of confronting global challenges, such as Russia's war in Ukraine, by strengthening its defense capabilities and engaging with all regions of the world.

China pretends to be neutral, but supports Russia's military goals in Ukraine by selling drone technology and gunpowder ingredients to Moscow.

Bitcoin and altcoin prices fell sharply due to low risk appetite amid a sell-off in tech stocks and expectations of higher interest rates in the US.

Despite the war and delays in external financing, Ukraine has managed to maintain macroeconomic stability, which the IMF considers a remarkable achievement.

Ukraine should prepare for possible massive attacks from Russia when weapons from international partners arrive, said Air Force spokesman Ilya Yevlash.

A resident of Ternopil tried to illegally send abroad fossilized prints of prehistoric creatures 443 million years old, which were seized by Kyiv customs.

The European Commission is expected to propose sanctions against ships delivering North Korean military equipment to Russia and tankers violating the G7 agreement on the price ceiling for Russian oil.

The United States has already provided Ukraine with ATACMS long-range ballistic missiles and will send more, hoping they will make a difference on the battlefield, confirmed US National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan.

Russia vetoes a UN resolution banning nuclear weapons in space, contradicting Putin's statements that he has no intention of putting nuclear weapons into orbit.

French President Macron is actively negotiating with EU leaders to find a new candidate to replace Ursula von der Leyen as president of the European Commission.

The russian federation vetoed a UN Security Council resolution aimed at preventing an arms race in outer space and promoting the peaceful use of outer space.

The US stopped a Houthi anti-ship missile from Yemen targeting an American-flagged ship and destroyed four drones, with no reports of injuries or damage.

russia is expected to veto a UN resolution aimed at preventing the deployment of weapons of mass destruction in space, despite the broad support of other members of the Security Council.

In March, the United States provided Ukraine with long-range ATACMS ballistic missiles as part of a $300 million aid package that will allow Ukrainian troops to strike Russian targets anywhere in the occupied territories.

In March, the United States secretly provided Ukraine with long-range ATACMS missiles as part of a $300 million military aid package, which were allegedly used by Ukraine to strike a Russian airfield in Crimea on April 17.

Elon Musk expects Tesla to start selling its humanoid robot Optimus by the end of 2025. he also hopes that by the end of this year, the robots are expected to start performing tasks in factories.

On Wednesday, oil prices stabilized at $88 per barrel despite falling US oil inventories and new sanctions against Iran, and analysts set the maximum price of Brent crude at $90 due to a premium for geopolitical risks.

President Zelensky thanked the United States for a new $1 billion aid package that includes Atacams, artillery, anti-tank weapons, missiles for HIMARS, air defense systems, and other necessary equipment to protect Ukraine from Russian attacks.

The head of the Office of the President of Ukraine, Andriy Yermak, discussed with the US National Security Advisor the importance of US assistance to Ukraine in its fight against Russian aggression, including the recently approved $61 billion aid package.

TikTok's CEO hopes to defeat the US restrictions on the app, arguing that "we're not going anywhere" and that the facts and the Constitution are on their side.

US President Joe Biden has assured that he will expedite the submission of documents to the relevant authorities to send missile systems and weapons to Ukraine as part of a $61 billion package of military and economic assistance to Ukraine and US allies.

The President of the European Council, Charles Michel, said that the US decision to provide military assistance to Ukraine demonstrates the common commitment of the EU and Washington to support a free and independent Ukraine integrated into the Euro-Atlantic community.

The Ukrainian parliament has passed in the first reading a bill that will make the Diia. city more accessible to startups, including small tech companies, by providing access to the best tax rates in Europe and tools for scaling and attracting investment.

President Joe Biden signs a bill to provide aid to Ukraine.

The U. S. could transfer aid to Ukraine within days of Congressional approval and President Biden's signature, the Pentagon said.

Germany and the United Kingdom plan to intensify cooperation, including joint support for Ukrainian helicopters, weapons, maintenance, and training, to strengthen Ukraine's military-industrial base.