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United States

Federal republic in North America
The USA is a country located in North America, sharing this continent only with Canada. The country's area is 9,827 km². The population is 328 million people. The capital is Washington. In 1776, the USA declared independence from Great Britain. The main ethnic groups of the population: descendants of white migrants from Europe – 79.9% of the population, Latin Americans – 15%, black people – 12.8%, Asians – 4.4%, indigenous peoples – 0.97%. The USA ranks first in the world in terms of GDP per capita - $81,630. The United States was one of the initiators of the creation of NATO, in which it occupies a leading position. The most famous presidents: George Washington, Abraham Lincoln, Franklin Roosevelt, Ronald Reagan.
1776
Thirteen colonies declared independence from Great Britain
1787
A new constitution of the United States of America was drafted
1803
The country doubled in size thanks to the acquisition of territories from France
1865
Slavery was abolished throughout the country
1920
Women gained the right to vote
1945
The country played a key role in the victory over Nazi Germany and Imperial Japan in World War II
1948
A program of assistance to European economies was launched after the war
1964
A law was passed banning discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin
1969
The country's astronaut became the first person to set foot on the Moon
1993
The North American Free Trade Agreement was signed
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According to Moldovan Foreign Minister Mihai Popschiu, Moldova has become a target for Russia to test its new technologies of influence and interference, which can then be applied in other countries.

News of the World • May 24, 10:38 AM • 15697 views
The DPRK is preparing to launch a military reconnaissance satellite - South Korean Army

North Korea is preparing to launch a military spy satellite from its Tonchang-ri satellite launch base, the South Korean military reports.

News of the World • May 24, 09:50 AM • 18615 views
The US will review cooperation with Georgia and introduce visa restrictions due to the law on “foreign agents”

The United States begins to reconsider bilateral cooperation with Georgia and imposes visa restrictions due to Georgia's "foreign agents" law, which undermines democracy and suppresses dissent.

News of the World • May 24, 08:11 AM • 19168 views
Greece is studying Ukraine's new and old requests for military assistance - media

Greece is examining Ukraine's old and new requests for military assistance, including missiles, anti-aircraft systems, fighter jets, and ammunition, while ensuring that this does not negatively impact the capabilities of its own armed forces.

War in Ukraine • May 24, 06:56 AM • 22995 views
Biden likely to skip World Summit to raise campaign funds - Bloomberg

Biden is likely to skip the Peace Summit in Switzerland to attend a fundraiser for his campaign in California with celebrities such as George Clooney and Julia Roberts.

Politics • May 24, 06:37 AM • 102805 views
Ukrainian pilots return to Europe for further training after completion of F-16 training in the US - Yevlash

The first group of Ukrainian pilots has completed training on F-16s at a U. S. military base in Arizona, but the training process is not over yet as they return to Europe to continue preparations for their arrival in Ukraine and to continue their missions.

War in Ukraine • May 24, 06:29 AM • 18494 views
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russia is trying to block the grain corridor through sanctioned Alperin and his friends

The resumption of the grain corridor actually saved the Ukrainian economy, allowing it to preserve the potential of the agricultural sector, jobs and foreign currency earnings. This was done thanks to the Ukrainian Defense Forces, which established control over the waters of the Black Sea. Therefore, the enemy began to act through interested parties.

Economy • May 24, 06:00 AM • 242971 views
Zelensky enacts NSDC sanctions against 70 people

President Zelenskyy imposes 10-year sanctions on 70 people, including Russian media and companies operating in Crimea.

Economy • May 24, 05:58 AM • 22055 views
Ukrainian pilots complete F-16 training in the United States

The first group of Ukrainian pilots completed training on F-16s at a U. S. military base in Arizona, a crucial step toward the deployment of modern American-made fighters in Ukrainian skies.

War in Ukraine • May 24, 02:46 AM • 113463 views
US Senate prepares bill on sanctions against Georgian politicians due to the law on foreign agents - media

The U. S. Senate is preparing a bipartisan bill to impose sanctions on Georgian politicians responsible for the Foreign Agents Act, which impedes Georgia's Euro-Atlantic integration.

News of the World • May 23, 07:00 PM • 29240 views
"Irresponsible slander": China rejects British accusations of transferring lethal aid to russia

Beijing denies UK accusations of supplying lethal aid to Russia for the war in Ukraine, denouncing the allegations as baseless slander and emphasizing its position on peace and dialogue to resolve the conflict.

Politics • May 23, 05:42 PM • 53530 views
US Treasury Secretary calls for “more ambitious” G7 plans for Russian assets

U. S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen urged G7 ministers to explore more ambitious options for using $325 billion in frozen Russian assets to help Ukraine, in addition to the EU's plan to use the interest earned on those assets.

War in Ukraine • May 23, 02:02 PM • 19787 views
EU fined the American confectionery giant Mondelez for EUR 337.5 million

The European Commission fined Mondelez EUR 337. 5 million for anti-competitive behavior.

News of the World • May 23, 01:45 PM • 14857 views
A number of state-owned companies want to go through the process of corporatization - Ministry of Economy

A number of state-owned companies have announced their intentions to go through corporatization, which is expected to attract billions of hryvnias in investment and open up new opportunities through corporate governance.

Economy • May 23, 01:43 PM • 15412 views
Hetmantsev's idea to raffle off mobilization reservations in a social media lottery has been compared to The Hunger Games

Social media users harshly criticized the idea of the head of the Rada's tax committee, Danylo Hetmantsev, to raffle off mobilization reservations, comparing it to the movie The Hunger Games, where children are forced to fight for their lives.

Economy • May 23, 01:17 PM • 51344 views
UN to vote to establish a day of remembrance for the Srebrenica genocide amid Serbian opposition

The UN General Assembly is expected to vote to establish an annual day of remembrance for the victims of the 1995 Srebrenica genocide, which is fiercely opposed by Serbs.

News of the World • May 23, 11:51 AM • 15587 views
The White House has not yet confirmed whether Biden will attend the Peace Summit

The US President's participation in next month's Peace Summit in Switzerland remains uncertain, as the White House has not confirmed whether he will be the only G7 leader to skip the event.

Politics • May 23, 10:42 AM • 18985 views
South Korea allocates record $19 billion for chip production

South Korea has unveiled a $19 billion stimulus package to support its microprocessor industry and boost the competitiveness of Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix.

News of the World • May 23, 08:35 AM • 19461 views
Israel considers further steps against Norway, Ireland and Spain over intention to recognize Palestinian state - CNN

Norway, Ireland, and Spain have announced their intention to recognize the Galatian state, prompting Israel to consider diplomatic steps against them, including canceling visits, revoking visas, and asking the United States for support to clarify its intentions.

News of the World • May 23, 07:14 AM • 23017 views
Blinken supports authorization for Ukraine to strike targets in Russia with U.S. weapons - media

The US is actively discussing easing the ban on Ukraine using US weapons to strike targets in Russia, which would allow Ukraine to hit the facilities that made Russia's recent occupation of Ukrainian territory possible.

War in Ukraine • May 23, 06:50 AM • 21991 views
Germany will not recognize Palestine for now

Germany does not yet recognize an independent Palestinian state, despite the fact that Norway, Spain and Ireland have done so, as it remains committed to the goal of achieving a two-state solution through negotiations within the political process.

News of the World • May 23, 06:44 AM • 17569 views
Poland considers shooting down Russian missiles over Ukraine near the border

Poland is considering using its air defense systems to shoot down Russian missiles aimed at Ukraine from Polish territory near the borders of the two countries.

War in Ukraine • May 23, 06:09 AM • 19663 views
Israel fears ICC arrest warrants for top officials over Gaza war

Israel is concerned that the International Criminal Court may issue arrest warrants for its top officials on charges related to the war against Hamas in Gaza.

News of the World • May 23, 05:50 AM • 17294 views
Taiwan sends forces to areas around the island after China launches "punitive" exercises

China has launched large-scale military exercises around Taiwan in response to the inauguration of Taiwanese President Tsai Ing-wen, which Beijing views as separatist activity, while Taiwan has deployed troops and tracked Chinese movements to defend its territory.

News of the World • May 23, 05:31 AM • 17977 views
Ukraine should make its own defense decisions - Anthony Blinken

The U. S. Secretary of State said that Ukraine will have to make its own defense decisions regarding U.S. weapons strikes against russia, and the chairman of the Foreign Affairs Committee called for a change in the policy of restricting Ukraine's use of certain types of weapons.

News of the World • May 23, 04:24 AM • 22170 views
Second human case of avian influenza reported in a dairy farm worker in the United States

The United States has reported a second human case of avian influenza in a dairy farm worker in Michigan, indicating an expanding outbreak of the virus circulating among poultry.

News of the World • May 22, 11:12 PM • 22815 views
Lego releases sets of Ukraine's landmarks to raise funds to rebuild damaged school

Lego has released sets of Ukraine's architectural landmarks to raise funds to rebuild a gymnasium in the Dnipro region that was damaged by a Russian missile strike, with the sets being given away as prizes for donations of $24 or more.

War in Ukraine • May 22, 09:01 PM • 62323 views
Zelenskiy plans to join D-Day events in France and G7 meeting in Italy - Politico

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy plans to attend D-Day celebrations in France and the G7 summit in Italy next month to appeal to the West for military support, demanding the confiscation of Russian assets to finance Ukraine's defense.

Politics • May 22, 06:42 PM • 58560 views
China imposes sanctions on 12 US arms manufacturers

China imposed sanctions on 12 American arms manufacturers and their executives for allegedly selling weapons to Taiwan and ignoring China's position on the “Ukrainian crisis.

News of the World • May 22, 05:13 PM • 24884 views
Should be able to fight back: Johnson on allowing Ukraine to hit the territory of the Russian Federation with American weapons

Speaker of the House of Representatives Mike Johnson believes that the United States should allow Ukraine to wage war as it sees fit, and fight back against Russia, even if American weapons strike on the territory of Russia.

War in Ukraine • May 22, 03:48 PM • 36590 views