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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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An airstrike on a military base south of Baghdad used by the Iraqi militant group al-Hashd al-Shaabi caused material damage, but no casualties were reported.

War in Ukraine • April 20, 12:07 AM • 40842 views
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The United States imposed sanctions on the Minsk Wheeled Tractor Plant from Belarus and three Chinese companies for allegedly providing missile equipment to Pakistan's ballistic missile program.

War in Ukraine • April 19, 11:40 PM • 34869 views
Marta Kostiuk defeats the world's third ranked player to reach the semifinals of the WTA tournament in Germany

Marta Kostiuk defeated world number three Coco Hauff in a thrilling three-set quarterfinal match to reach the semifinals of the WTA 500 tournament in Stuttgart, Germany.

Sports • April 19, 10:40 PM • 25786 views
China is the main supplier for the Russian military-industrial complex - Blinken

According to U. S. Secretary of State Anthony Blinken, China is now the main supplier of raw materials and components for the Russian military-industrial complex, helping Russia rebuild its defense industry despite sanctions and export controls.

War in Ukraine • April 19, 09:41 PM • 26921 views
Pentagon prepares to send artillery and air defense to Ukraine - Politico

The Pentagon is preparing to quickly approve an arms package for Ukraine that includes much-needed artillery and air defense equipment as soon as Congress votes on additional funding for Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • April 19, 08:48 PM • 67515 views
US to send weapons to Ukraine "immediately" as soon as Congress approves funding - White House

The United States will immediately send weapons to Ukraine if Congress approves the allocation of funds to help Ukraine, said White House spokeswoman Karin Jean-Pierre.

War in Ukraine • April 19, 08:48 PM • 28496 views
Schumer promises that the Senate will quickly pass an aid package for Ukraine once it is approved by the House

Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer promised to quickly pass a package of bills to help Ukraine after the House of Representatives approved them, warning that delay could cost Ukraine a loss in the war with Putin.

War in Ukraine • April 19, 07:29 PM • 77669 views
In the US, a man sets himself on fire outside the courthouse where the Trump trial is taking place

A man sets himself on fire while throwing leaflets in a park near the courthouse where the trial of former US President Donald Trump is taking place.

News of the World • April 19, 07:05 PM • 28457 views
Ready to "take further steps": the us warns china against strengthening russia

The United States has warned China against assisting Russia in its war against Ukraine by providing materials for weapons production, and is ready to take further steps if necessary.

Politics • April 19, 06:47 PM • 28145 views
Kyiv hopes Congress won't support anti-Ukrainian amendments to military aid bill - Markarova

Tomorrow, the U. S. House of Representatives will debate an aid bill for Ukraine, and Kyiv hopes that its partners will reject amendments that would reduce or eliminate the aid.

War in Ukraine • April 19, 05:22 PM • 24146 views
American Russell Bentley, who was kidnapped in Donetsk and fought against Ukraine, killed - Russian media

According to Russian media reports, American Russell Bentley, who fought against Ukraine on the side of Russia, was killed.

War in Ukraine • April 19, 05:04 PM • 37894 views
Azov commander calls for lifting US ban on transfer of Western weapons to brigade

Denys "Redis" Prokopenko, commander of the 12th Azov Special Forces Brigade of the National Guard of Ukraine, called on the United States to lift the ban on Western weapons to Azov, as it hinders the brigade's combat capability and reduces Ukraine's defense capabilities.

War in Ukraine • April 19, 04:10 PM • 26377 views
The Hill: U.S. House of Representatives takes a step toward passing Ukraine aid package

The U. S. House of Representatives held a procedural vote that allowed four foreign aid bills, including aid to Ukraine, to be brought to a vote by the full House later.

War in Ukraine • April 19, 03:54 PM • 23118 views
US working to de-escalate tensions between Israel and Iran - Blinken

The United States is working to de-escalate tensions between Israel and Iran and hold Iran accountable.

News of the World • April 19, 03:17 PM • 25383 views
The United States is looking for a new way to enforce sanctions against the DPRK after Russia and China disrupted monitoring activities

The United States is looking for new ways to tighten sanctions against North Korea after Russia and China disrupted UN monitoring efforts. Meanwhile, North Korea has criticized the US ambassador's trip to Asia aimed at strengthening sanctions, calling it a "beggar's tour.

News of the World • April 19, 02:28 PM • 21415 views
US Congress includes oil sanctions against Iran in Ukraine aid bill - Reuters

US congressmen have included sanctions on Iranian oil exports in the aid package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan. This could directly affect oil exports from Iran if the measures are implemented properly.

Politics • April 19, 01:44 PM • 19511 views
Blinken urged the US Congress to hurry up with assistance to Ukraine so that it is not "too late"

U. S. Secretary of State Anthony Blinken urged Congress to approve an aid package for Ukraine as a matter of urgency, warning that delay could result in it being "too late."

War in Ukraine • April 19, 01:20 PM • 16564 views
Blinken warned Beijing about Russia: "China cannot have one foot in both shoes"

U. S. Secretary of State Anthony Blinken warned that Russia poses a threat not only to Ukraine but also to other European countries.

War in Ukraine • April 19, 01:00 PM • 20682 views
European Central Bank plans to force UniCredit to leave Russian market - Reuters

The European Central Bank is planning to oblige Italy's UniCredit, the EU's second largest bank in Russia, to drastically reduce its assets in Russia.

News of the World • April 19, 12:51 PM • 16306 views
"Imperative" Ukraine gets more resources immediately - Blinken

The G7 nations pledged to provide Ukraine with more air defense equipment, ammunition, and artillery to help repel the Russian invasion, while exploring the possibility of using frozen Russian assets to support Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • April 19, 12:34 PM • 16525 views
"Every minute counts for US assistance to Ukraine": Brink reacts to Russian strike on Dnipropetrovs'k region

A Russian missile strike in the Dnipropetrovsk region killed 8 people, including 2 children, and wounded dozens. US Ambassador to Ukraine Brink emphasizes the need for urgent US assistance to Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • April 19, 11:59 AM • 17742 views
"Ukraine and Israel must join forces against the aggressors": Yermak met with presidents of American Jewish organizations

Head of the President's Office Andriy Yermak took part in the Conference of Presidents of the largest American Jewish organizations. He emphasized that "Israel and Ukraine are on the same side against countries that are interconnected.

War in Ukraine • April 19, 11:56 AM • 17326 views
FBI says Chinese hackers are preparing to attack US infrastructure

The FBI says that hackers linked to the Chinese government have infiltrated critical US infrastructure such as telecommunications, energy and water supply, gaining the ability to potentially cause devastating damage, and are waiting for the right moment to strike.

News of the World • April 19, 11:42 AM • 14940 views
"An investment in a secure future": Baltic speakers jointly call on the U.S. Congress not to delay aid for Ukraine

The speakers of the Latvian, Lithuanian and Estonian parliaments called on the U. S. Congress to approve a new military aid package for Ukraine, emphasizing that the support provided to Ukraine is an investment in a common secure future and is crucial at this critical time.

War in Ukraine • April 19, 11:02 AM • 17723 views
Explosions over Isfahan are the work of air defense systems, says Iranian army chief

The explosions over the Iranian city of Isfahan were caused by volleys from air defense systems aimed at a suspicious object, according to the Iranian army commander-in-chief.

News of the World • April 19, 10:49 AM • 17306 views
Chinese authorities ordered Apple to remove WhatsApp and Threads from the Chinese App Store

Apple has removed its WhatsApp and Threads messaging apps from the Chinese App Store after being ordered to do so by the Chinese authorities.

News of the World • April 19, 10:37 AM • 58340 views
Trump calls on Europe to step up support for Ukraine in war with russia

Donald Trump emphasized the importance of Ukraine's survival and criticized European allies for providing insufficient financial support to Ukraine compared to the United States.

War in Ukraine • April 19, 10:06 AM • 12953 views
Direct interstate strikes between Israel and Iran 'complete' - CNN

According to intelligence reports, Iran will not respond to strikes likely to be carried out by Israel on its territory.

News of the World • April 19, 09:35 AM • 14803 views
In a rare move, Democrats help clear 'crucial hurdle' before Johnson's Ukraine aid package vote

The US House Rules Committee pushed through a package of foreign aid bills, including aid to Ukraine, with Democratic support after opposition from hardline Republicans.

Politics • April 19, 09:05 AM • 19663 views
The Parliament of the Republika Srpska approved the report on the denial of the genocide in Srebrenica

Bosnian Serb members of parliament have adopted a report denying that the killing of 8,000 Muslims in Srebrenica during the Bosnian War was genocide.

News of the World • April 19, 08:49 AM • 17940 views