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The SBI announced suspicion against Vitaliy Shabunin regarding evasion of service and illegal receipt of combat payments. The case caused a stir, but part of the public and MPs call not to politicize it, emphasizing legal impeccability.
European officials doubt that Donald Trump's change in rhetoric regarding Russia and Putin indicates a pro-Ukrainian stance. They believe that Trump sees Putin as a partner and Zelenskyy as an obstacle to a peace agreement.
Donald Trump stated that the US would send weapons to Ukraine through NATO countries, with the alliance fully paying for these supplies. Specifically, the transfer of Patriot systems is mentioned, which NATO will then distribute.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated that Israel would resume fighting in the Gaza Strip if Hamas is not eliminated within 60 days. This is a condition for a permanent ceasefire, on which Israel is working together with the US.
Relations between Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin have escalated, despite Trump's previous promises regarding Ukraine. Putin rejected Trump's ceasefire proposals, continuing the offensive, which led to a change in the American president's position.
The US Secretary of State and the Russian Foreign Minister held a meeting in Malaysia, discussing the end of the war in Ukraine. Rubio noted that Washington seeks a "roadmap" for peace, while Lavrov proposed a "new approach."
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz publicly appealed to Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico, urging him to support the 18th EU sanctions package against Russia. Slovakia is blocking the package due to unresolved issues regarding gas supplies after 2027.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz plans his first visit to China to ease relations after prolonged tension. The trip, expected in October, has symbolic significance for maintaining bilateral relations and restoring contacts.
US Special Envoy Steve Witkoff announced a new round of nuclear talks with Iran within a week. President Trump stated that Iran itself requested the meeting after US strikes on nuclear facilities.
US President Donald Trump said that negotiations to end the war in the Gaza Strip "are going very well," expressing confidence that Hamas is ready to end the conflict. Netanyahu discussed plans for the resettlement of Palestinians, while the Palestinian presidency rejected such ideas.
Asian stock markets are stable, while the dollar strengthens and oil prices fall after the US announced increased tariffs for 14 countries, including Japan and South Korea, starting August 1. The European Union will not receive new increased tariffs.
Israel is considering military action against Iran if Tehran resumes its nuclear program. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will discuss this issue with US President Donald Trump.
Bitcoin rose to $109,000 on Monday, bolstered by optimism about "crypto week" in Washington and Elon Musk's statement of support for Bitcoin by his new party.
Donald Trump stated that he "helps a lot" Ukraine, which is resisting Russia, and commented on his conversation with Zelenskyy. He also reiterated that the war would not have started if he had been president.
US President Donald Trump may announce a ceasefire in Gaza on July 7 if an agreement is reached. Negotiations between Israel and Hamas have resumed in Qatar, envisioning a 60-day truce and the release of hostages.
The United States of America is considering imposing 17% tariffs on agricultural exports from the European Union. European officials are trying to negotiate exemptions for certain goods, including aircraft parts and alcohol.
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni stated that the US has not stopped supplying weapons to Ukraine, but has only reviewed the supply of specific components. This happened after Meloni's conversation with Donald Trump, where issues of Ukraine and customs were discussed.
Donald Trump is planning a multi-year mega-celebration of the 250th anniversary of US independence, which will include a "Great American States Fair," "Patriot Games," a "Freedom Plane," and a UFC fight on the White House grounds. The events will take place against a backdrop of low levels of patriotic pride among Americans.
During the shelling of Kyiv on July 4, the building of the consular section of the Polish embassy was damaged. Polish Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski called on the US to resume ammunition supplies to Ukraine and impose new sanctions against Russia.
Russian dictator's aide Yuriy Ushakov stated that the next round of talks in Istanbul will be bilateral between Russia and Ukraine. Washington's participation in this process is not expected.
The US has suspended arms supplies to Ukraine, including Patriot and GMLRS missiles, which are currently in storage in Poland. The decision was made due to concerns about dwindling American weapons stockpiles.
US President Donald Trump, effective July 1, lifted sanctions against Syria, as well as a number of Russian banks, institutions, and individuals, including former FIDE head Kirsan Ilyumzhinov. Among the companies from which restrictions have been lifted is "Rosoboronexport," the sole state intermediary for arms exports in Russia.
The United States has halted the supply of several important types of weapons to Ukraine, including Patriot interceptors and high-precision shells. The decision, made in early June, is due to concerns about Washington's own military readiness.
The U. S. has suspended sending some anti-aircraft missiles and ammunition to Ukraine due to concerns about depleting its own stockpiles. The decision was made by Elbridge Colby, head of the Pentagon's policy department, after reviewing the Pentagon's ammunition reserves.
Rwanda and DR Congo signed a peace agreement in Washington, mediated by the US, which provides for the withdrawal of Rwandan troops from eastern Congo and the launch of economic integration. The US, in turn, received preferential rights to extract minerals in the Congo.
White House spokeswoman Karoline Leavitt said that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is interested in visiting the White House, and Donald Trump is open to it. According to Israeli media, the visit could take place in July.
U. S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has extended extraordinary measures to avoid exceeding the statutory debt limit. The Treasury will no longer be able to meet all of its obligations without congressional action to raise or suspend the debt limit by mid-to-late summer.
NATO allies have agreed to tone down criticism of Russia in a statement to be signed by leaders, according to a leak to The Telegraph.
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte announced the construction of a "bridge" between Ukraine and NATO, which is the next step after the Washington Summit. Ukraine has received 35 billion dollars in military aid since the beginning of 2025.
US President Donald Trump departed for the Netherlands aboard Air Force One. He is expected to arrive at Schiphol around 7:00 PM local time, and then proceed to Huis ten Bosch for dinner with King Willem-Alexander, Queen Máxima, and other heads of government.