Washington, D.C.
The United States is considering a more active role for CIA Director John Ratcliffe in the negotiations on Ukraine. Trump has not made a final decision.
The Institute for the Study of War believes that Putin exaggerated the successes of Russian troops in his conversation with Trump. The goal is to increase pressure from Washington on Ukraine.
Marco Rubio said that the negotiations could resume in the coming days. The US is preparing a plan for a solution acceptable to both sides.
Xi Jinping and Andy Burnham discussed pragmatic cooperation between China and Britain. The topics included Russia's war against Ukraine, human rights and trade.
Ukraine and the United States have tentatively agreed on a meeting between Zelenskyy and Trump in September. The sides may discuss air defense and diplomacy.
The blockade and sanctions are reducing Iran’s oil revenues and limiting access to foreign currency. Tehran has failed to trigger a global energy shock.
Ratcliffe failed to convince Putin to make concessions regarding Ukraine. After the visit, Russia intensified its strikes on civilian infrastructure.
Washington is developing a postwar strategy for the Middle East aimed at containing Iran and expanding Israel’s agreements. The plan is still at an early stage.
The U. S. Senate approved a bill on sanctions against Russia and Iran, but its consideration in the House of Representatives remains uncertain. Vlasiuk said there is broad bipartisan support for increasing pressure on Moscow.
The United States added Raúl Castro’s grandson, a Cuban bank, and four companies to its sanctions list. Washington promises to increase pressure on Havana.
A U. S. Coast Guard plane carrying Markwayne Mullin made an emergency landing in Washington after an engine failed and caught fire. There were 14 people on board.
The US and Ukraine are discussing a license to produce Patriot missiles. Marco Rubio said that building the plants would take years.
The court allowed the work not to be halted but did not decide whether the project is lawful. The chief justice stated that the construction is likely illegal.
Donald Trump plans to actively campaign for Republicans in the fall. He also dismissed the need for a deal with Iran in the protracted conflict.
Iranian authorities are divided over a deal with the United States: pragmatists are calling for negotiations, while the hardline faction wants to continue the confrontation.
The deputy minister said that Poland does not want nuclear warheads, while the defense minister confirmed interest in NATO's program. Experts explained the difference between participation and the deployment of weapons.
Putin and Xi Jinping will attend the SCO summit in Bishkek together with the leaders of Iran, India and Pakistan.
The United States will allegedly gain majority control over more than 65 billion barrels of Venezuela’s reserves. The details of the deal have not yet been disclosed.
Kyrylo Budanov predicts imminent technical contacts between Ukraine and Russia. He considers ending the hostilities by winter unrealistic.
CBC News instructed journalists not to refer to the events of September 11, 2001, as terrorist attacks without attributing the characterization to sources. The decision sparked criticism.
The Prime Minister of Qatar held talks with Iran’s leadership in Tehran on reducing tensions and restoring dialogue with Washington. The White House denied that direct talks had taken place.
By November 6, the Pentagon will prepare at least four options for the presence of U. S. troops in Europe. They will also envisage a possible significant reduction in forces.
Trump proposed renaming Lake Ontario Lake America amid the trade conflict. Canadians and the premier of Ontario opposed the idea.
Iranian state media circulated a video threatening Barron Trump and offering a $10 million reward. The U.S. Secret Service has launched an investigation.
The United States and Iran have agreed on a ceasefire regime that provides for freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz. An announcement is expected in the coming days.
Journalist Michael Weiss suggested that John Ratcliffe may have come to Moscow to warn Russia against escalating against Europe and NATO. He linked this to GRU and drone activity.
The American Boeing C-17 that brought John Ratcliffe to Moscow departed from "Vnukovo" for Riga. Before the visit, the U.S. asked Ukraine to suspend strikes.
The Trump administration asked Kyiv to refrain from strikes on Moscow, St. Petersburg and northern Russia for several days. Ukraine agreed.
Tehran said it is ready for new U. S. sanctions pressure and has a two-year plan to overcome it. Washington imposed restrictions on 60 targets.
Washington officially removed Syria from the list of state sponsors of terrorism. The decision is expected to pave the way for investment and economic recovery.