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The US is doubling tariffs on Indian goods as punishment for purchases of Russian oil. This creates a dilemma for India, which has long-standing relations with Moscow.
The European Union is preparing to impose sanctions against China due to its support for Russia in the war against Ukraine. This decision is related to the supply of Chinese drone engines to Russia through shell companies.
China refused to stop purchasing oil from Iran and Russia, citing national energy interests. Beijing stated that coercion and pressure would not succeed.
China stated that it would not change its energy policy under external pressure, responding to US calls to stop purchasing oil from Russia and Iran. The Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs emphasized that it would ensure energy supply in accordance with national interests.
The US Senate has confirmed Jeanine Pirro, a former Fox News TV presenter and supporter of Donald Trump, as the chief prosecutor in Washington. She has already been serving as the US Attorney for the District of Columbia since May.
The US and European NATO countries are creating a new mechanism for supplying military aid to Ukraine using funds from European members of the Alliance. Ukraine will form lists of needs for $500 million, and NATO allies will decide who will pay for or donate items from the list.
President Trump will meet with a South Korean trade delegation to negotiate a tariff deal. South Korea is seeking to lower a 25% tariff set to take effect on August 1.
Donald Trump is seriously considering a full presidential pardon for rapper Sean "Diddy" Combs, whose sentencing is expected in October. The White House has not commented, but sources confirm discussions.
The US negotiating team is returning to Washington for a meeting with President Donald Trump regarding the extension of tariffs for China. Trade representative Jamison Greer stated that a decision on suspending tariff changes after August 12 has not yet been made.
French President Emmanuel Macron announced that France would recognize a Palestinian state in September, becoming the first Western member of the UN Security Council to do so. This move came after Great Britain and Canada refused to join the initiative due to their unwillingness to anger the United States.
Elon Musk ordered the Starlink terminals in the Kherson region to be disabled in September 2022, which caused communication disruptions and hindered the encirclement of Russian positions. This incident was the first known case of Starlink being disabled on the battlefield, raising concerns about the billionaire's influence on geopolitics.
French President Emmanuel Macron announced his intention to recognize the Palestinian state in September at the UN General Assembly. This decision drew sharp condemnation from Israel and the United States, but received a positively neutral reaction from European allies.
The US Army's June parade in Washington, dedicated to Donald Trump's birthday, cost $30 million. The event sparked controversy over expenses and drew protests.
The European Union has concluded an agreement with the United States, under which it will fully pay for military equipment that Washington will send to the EU. A significant part of these weapons will be distributed to Ukraine.
The number of companies and organizations compromised by the security vulnerability on Microsoft SharePoint servers has grown to 400. Most of the victims are in the US, including the National Nuclear Security Administration.
Turkey has reached agreements with Great Britain and Germany on the acquisition of dozens of Eurofighter Typhoon fighter jets. This will strengthen Ankara's defense in an unstable region, where it is also negotiating the purchase of F-16s.
US President Donald Trump announced a trade deal with the Philippines after meeting with his Filipino counterpart Ferdinand Marcos Jr. The agreement provides for a 19% tariff rate for the Philippines and further military cooperation.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and European Council President António Costa will meet with the leaders of Japan and China. In Tokyo, agreements on cooperation in the defense industry and economic security are planned to be signed, while no significant agreements are expected from the summit in Beijing.
China is considering inviting Donald Trump to the September parade commemorating the end of World War II. Vladimir Putin has also confirmed his presence.
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer does not rule out London's participation in Germany and the US's talks on arms procurement for Ukraine. Discussions are at an early stage between London, Washington, and European countries.
Gold prices fell by 0. 2% to $3340.79 per ounce due to a strengthening dollar and easing market tensions. This occurred after Donald Trump's statement about the "highly unlikely" dismissal of Fed Chairman Jerome Powell.
US State Department spokesperson Tammy Bruce stated that Donald Trump is optimistic about diplomacy but is a realist, as the example of Iran showed. Trump is dissatisfied with Putin's actions and announced strict tariffs if Russia does not agree to a ceasefire in Ukraine within 50 days.
American Senator Lindsey Graham reacted to Donald Trump's ultimatum regarding the war in Ukraine, warning Putin against ignoring the 50-day deadline. In case of disobedience, Russia faces duties of up to 100% on oil for countries supporting its war machine, which resembles tough US measures against Iran.
Chinese leader Xi Jinping pledged to strengthen support for Russia in multilateral forums after meeting with the Russian Foreign Minister. This happened after US threats to impose tariffs on Moscow's trading partners.
Despite initial resilience to US tariffs, China's economy is showing a slowdown in growth. A drop in new housing prices and a slowdown in retail sales have been recorded, indicating the impact of the prolonged crisis in the real estate market.
Germany will transfer Patriot air defense batteries to Ukraine and purchase replacements from the USA. The delivery of weapons may take months, despite Zelenskyy's calls.
President Zelenskyy held a conversation with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte, discussing cooperation between Europe and the US to support Ukraine. They talked about supplying additional "Patriots" and other weapons, as well as increasing pressure on Russia.
Iran and the US have failed to agree on the time, date, and location for resuming talks on Tehran's nuclear program. Iran will not return to negotiations without confidence in their effectiveness, demanding guarantees against future attacks.
European partners will contribute to the purchase of Patriot systems for Ukraine, while NATO will not be directly involved. Germany and Norway are discussing funding for several systems, awaiting US approval.
The Russian Federation states its desire to continue negotiations with Ukraine, accusing Kyiv of unwillingness to accept Russian terms. Moscow also criticizes Washington for its "inconsistent position" regarding the negotiation process.