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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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Politics • May 22, 02:53 PM • 25956 views
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News of the World • May 22, 02:28 PM • 19231 views
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According to French Foreign Minister Stephane Sejourn, France believes that the conditions for official recognition of Palestine as a state have not yet been met.

News of the World • May 22, 02:13 PM • 18910 views
The Defense Ministry said that positive changes are expected in the near future regarding the supply of air defense to Ukraine

During the meeting in Ramstein, special attention was paid to air defense, and positive developments in the supply of relevant weapons to Ukraine are expected soon.

War in Ukraine • May 22, 01:56 PM • 24229 views
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Society • May 22, 01:48 PM • 30679 views
Strengthening air defense, security agreement and NATO summit: Yermak spoke with Biden's adviser

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War in Ukraine • May 22, 12:54 PM • 16293 views
UK defence minister says intelligence has evidence of Chinese lethal aid to Russia

British Defense Secretary Grant Sheps accused China of providing or preparing to provide lethal assistance to Russia for use in the war against Ukraine, citing US and British intelligence data.

War in Ukraine • May 22, 11:53 AM • 29680 views
Norway, Ireland and Spain say they are recognizing a Palestinian state, Israel recalls ambassadors

Norway, Ireland and Spain say they are recognizing a Palestinian state, prompting Israel to recall its ambassadors and summon their representatives to protest.

News of the World • May 22, 10:45 AM • 17409 views
Pentagon: Russia launches satellite that can be used against space weapons

Russia has launched a satellite that could be an anti-space weapon for the same job as a US government satellite.

News of the World • May 22, 09:48 AM • 56141 views
Assets of 6 enterprises of the corporation with Russian co-owners can be transferred to the state income

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Economy • May 22, 09:07 AM • 19520 views
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Society • May 22, 08:20 AM • 137223 views
Some EU countries support sanctions against Georgia because of the law on" foreign agents " - mass media

Several EU countries are pushing for sanctions against Georgia, including the suspension of visa-free travel, in response to Georgia's attempts to introduce a law on "foreign agents" similar to russian law, despite EU warnings and mass protests.

News of the World • May 22, 08:00 AM • 20926 views
"Our policy has not changed": the Pentagon responded to the lack of permission for strikes in response to attacks from the territory of Russia

A Pentagon official confirmed the US policy of providing Ukraine with defensive capabilities to protect its sovereign territory, when asked about the lack of permission to launch retaliatory strikes and respond to attacks from Russian territory.

War in Ukraine • May 22, 07:45 AM • 20620 views
Blinken: the US will continue to persuade China to abandon its support for Russia in the war in Ukraine

US Secretary of State Anthony Blinken said that China provides huge support to Russia's military-industrial base by importing machine tools and microelectronics, which allows the Russian Federation to produce tanks and ammunition at a record pace, despite the fact that it does not directly supply weapons for the war in Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • May 22, 07:27 AM • 19618 views
Donald Trump will not testify in the case of "black bookkeeping"

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News of the World • May 22, 07:04 AM • 43076 views
British man accused of spying on Hong Kong found dead

A 37-year-old former British Marine accused of spying for Chinese intelligence has been found dead in a park near London under unclear circumstances.

News of the World • May 22, 06:43 AM • 21330 views
Deadly tornado ravages Iowa City in the US

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News of the World • May 22, 05:36 AM • 20149 views
The Pentagon announced the transfer of strategic bombers to Britain

The United States has deployed four B-52 strategic bombers to the United Kingdom for planned exercises with NATO allies and regional partners.

War in Ukraine • May 22, 03:51 AM • 117573 views
Biden administration criticized for sending weapons to Kenya, not Ukraine

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War in Ukraine • May 22, 03:22 AM • 30300 views
Bloomberg: companies may turn off chip machines if China invades Taiwan

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Economy • May 22, 01:52 AM • 109738 views
Israel is reviewing plans for an offensive in Rafah in accordance with US requirements

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War in Ukraine • May 22, 12:42 AM • 25726 views
US lawmakers urge Pentagon to allow Ukraine to strike Russia with Western weapons

A bipartisan group of US Congressmen called on the head of the Pentagon to allow the Ukrainian armed forces to use Western weapons to strike targets in Russia, calling for a change in the Biden administration's policy restricting such operations.

War in Ukraine • May 21, 08:37 PM • 66389 views
Venice Commission rejects Georgian law on foreign agents: how the ruling party of Georgia reacted

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News of the World • May 21, 06:54 PM • 38071 views
Canada expands sanctions against Russia for transporting weapons from North Korea

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War in Ukraine • May 21, 06:17 PM • 58874 views
Ukraine should be able to hit military targets in Russia-Kuleba

Ukraine should be able to launch strikes on military facilities in Russia to speed up the end of the war and Ukraine's Victory, Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba has said.

War in Ukraine • May 21, 03:15 PM • 27581 views
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Trump's campaign video caused outrage over the mention of "unified reich", which evokes Nazi associations.

News of the World • May 21, 02:56 PM • 24211 views
Zelensky is the legitimate president of Ukraine - German Foreign Minister

German foreign minister Anna Lena Baerbok said that Volodymyr Zelensky is a legitimate and legitimate president of Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • May 21, 02:45 PM • 22246 views
"Question of desire" - Zelensky on the downing of Russian missiles over the territory of Ukraine by NATO countries

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky said that partners could shoot down Russian missiles in the sky over Ukraine, but this is a matter of their desire.

War in Ukraine • May 21, 01:45 PM • 18021 views
Negotiation framework and security agreement with the EU: the Parliament told about Ukraine's expectations from the summer summit of the European Union

Ukraine expects that the summer summit of EU leaders will approve the framework for negotiations on its candidacy for the EU, and work on a security agreement with the EU, which provides for long-term military and economic support, will be completed.

Politics • May 21, 01:27 PM • 12935 views
Ukrainian women's doubles four in rowing received a license for the 2024 Olympic Games

The women's pair four in rowing won a license for the 2024 Olympic Games, taking second place in the qualifying tournament.

Sports • May 21, 01:08 PM • 14927 views