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Cardinal Matteo Zuppi had a telephone conversation with Li Hui on the situation in Ukraine. The parties expressed their concern and emphasized the need for dialogue to achieve a just peace.
The US expects the ceasefire talks in Gaza to continue. The State Department spokesman said that all participants should return to the negotiating table, but refused to comment on Hamas' participation.
The U. S. Defense Attaché awarded the DIU officer with the Medal of Merit. The award was presented for his contribution to strengthening military cooperation between Kyiv and Washington and facilitating security assistance.
President Zelenskyy received several reports from Armed Forces Commander-in-Chief Syrskyi on the situation at the front. Zelenskyy noted the actions of the Defense Forces and thanked the units for pushing the war into the aggressor's territory.
More than 76,000 people have been evacuated from the border areas of the Kursk region of the Russian Federation. 4.4 thousand were placed in temporary shelters, the rest - with relatives and friends in other regions.
An anonymous advisor to Zelenskyy said that Ukrainian troops control the Sudzha station in Russia. Gas continues to flow through the station, which is the last point of transportation of Russian gas to Europe via Ukraine.
Russia and China plan to use barter trade in the fall due to payment problems. This will allow them to circumvent Western sanctions and reduce the visibility of transactions for regulators.
Washington has not changed its policy on strikes against Russia with American weapons. The White House wants an explanation from Ukraine on the situation in the Kursk region.
US Republican vice presidential candidate J. D. Vance said that peace in Ukraine requires a negotiator who is respected by Putin. He also criticized Kamala Harris and her ability to negotiate with the Russian leader.
U. S. Secretary of State Anthony Blinken said that the worsening situation in the Middle East could prevent a ceasefire agreement in Gaza. He urged the parties to complete the negotiations, emphasizing that there is no reason to delay the agreement.
The US State Department has declared its readiness to defend Israel from attacks and terrorism. At the same time, the United States calls on all parties to de-escalate and will take measures to protect its interests in the Middle East.
Iran's President says the country will retaliate against Israel for the assassination of Hamas political bureau chief Ismail Haniyeh. The United States warns of a possible Iranian attack on Israel, and Russia intensifies cooperation with Iran.
Kamala Harris completes the search for a candidate for the post of Vice President of the United States. A decision is expected within 24 hours, and the announcement may take place on Tuesday via a video speech.
The European Commission has formed a special group to develop strategies in case Trump wins the US election. The team is analyzing potential consequences for trade, support for Ukraine, and relations with NATO.
The EU plans to offer the US a quick trade deal if Trump wins. If he imposes punitive tariffs, the EU is ready to respond with its own duties of up to 50% on American goods.
The FBI director questioned whether a bullet was the cause of Trump's injury at the rally. The former president criticized the FBI, insisting it was a bullet wound and accusing the agency of losing the trust of Americans.
The Palestinian movement scattered maggots and crickets in the hotel room where the Israeli delegation headed by Netanyahu was staying. The hotel administration has already eliminated the consequences of the incident, which occurred during the prime minister's visit to the United States.
Boeing and Antonov sign a memorandum of understanding on potential cooperation in the production of drones in Ukraine. The agreement provides for training, logistics support, and repair of tactical UAVs for the Armed Forces, including ScanEagle.
US President Joe Biden has criticized Elon Musk and his 'rich friends' for trying to 'buy the election'. This follows reports of Musk's donation to a foundation supporting Donald Trump.
Some European countries are considering reopening their embassies in Afghanistan, which would mean diplomatic recognition of the Taliban almost three years after the fall of the previous government.
British King Charles III wrote a personal letter to former US President Donald Trump after Trump survived an assassination attempt during a rally in Pennsylvania.
The NATO summit demonstrated the unity of the allies in identifying Russia as the main threat to the Euro-Atlantic space, but Ukraine remained dissatisfied with the lack of an invitation to join the alliance.
Zelenskyy said he could forget Biden's mistake of calling him "President Putin" because the US has provided great support to Ukraine.
The Deputy Minister of Defense of Ukraine discussed with the delegation of the U. S. Army Corps of Engineers the strengthening of strategic partnership in the field of defense construction, mine clearance and infrastructure security.
Zelenskiy arrives in Ireland for a bilateral meeting with Irish Prime Minister Simon Harris to discuss potential agreements on demining, energy, humanitarian aid, and food security during the ongoing Russian invasion of Ukraine.
NATO and Japan have agreed to conduct joint exercises in Euro-Atlantic waters and to increase intelligence sharing out of concern that events similar to the war in Ukraine could occur in Asia.
Ukraine's Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba welcomed NATO's support for Ukraine's membership, but emphasized that Kyiv's accession to NATO should take place in the foreseeable future, not after decades of waiting, to ensure strategic security and stability in the Euro-Atlantic region.
After the NATO summit in Washington, President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy will visit the United Kingdom and Ireland, where he will speak at Blenheim Palace and meet with the leaders of the countries.
The Czech Republic will send Ukraine 50,000 rounds of ammunition in July and August, and 80-100,000 rounds per month from September to the end of the year as part of the Czech initiative to supply half a million rounds of ammunition to Ukraine in 2024.
The US President announced the provision of 5 Patriot systems to Ukraine, but Andriy Yermak expects that more such systems will be provided in the future.