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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.
US President Donald Trump will meet with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu next Monday at the White House. The talks will take place amidst pressure on Israel and Hamas for a ceasefire and hostage release.
US President Donald Trump signed an executive order to terminate the Syria sanctions program to support stability, but restrictions against Bashar al-Assad and other violators have been preserved. Earlier, Switzerland and the EU also lifted some economic sanctions against Syria.
At the summit in The Hague, Czech President Petr Pavel suggested to Donald Trump that economic pressure on Russia be increased, similar to "the US success with China". This should force the Kremlin to negotiate, though without causing an economic collapse of the Russian Federation.
The US intercepted a conversation between Iranian officials discussing the aftermath of American military strikes on Iran's nuclear program. The Iranians downplayed the damage, claiming the attack was less devastating than expected.
Donald Trump said he has found a group of "very wealthy people" who are ready to buy TikTok. He awaits approval from China and President Xi Jinping, and will reveal names in about two weeks.
The Prime Minister of Great Britain said that he intentionally hugged the President of Ukraine after his meeting with Trump. This gesture was meant to show that he would not leave Zelenskyy alone.
The US Department of Justice fired prosecutors in cases related to the Capitol riots. This decision by the Donald Trump administration raised concerns about the independence of the department.
Donald Trump criticized Ali Khamenei for his statements about "slapping America," threatening renewed bombings of Iran if uranium enrichment continues. Trump also stated that he saved Khamenei from death by rejecting plans from Israel and the US.
US President Donald Trump did not rule out the supply of additional Patriot missiles to Ukraine. He answered "Maybe" to journalists' questions about this decision at a press conference at the White House.
Deputy Head of the Presidential Office Ihor Zhovkva announced positive signals regarding the supply of Patriot air defense systems to Ukraine. Negotiations are ongoing at the level of the Ministries of Defense of both countries, and details remain confidential until the results are announced.
On Friday, the price of gold fell by more than 1%, reaching its lowest level in almost a month, due to easing geopolitical and trade tensions. Investors are awaiting US inflation data for clues regarding future interest rates.
The Trump administration reportedly discussed the possibility of helping Iran gain access to $30 billion in exchange for abandoning its nuclear program and investing in a new Iranian nuclear program without uranium enrichment. The negotiations took place against the backdrop of military strikes on Iran and Israel.
The US administration intends to limit the exchange of classified intelligence with Congress due to the leak of a preliminary assessment of damages from the strikes on Iran. This decision followed the publication of data on the temporary suspension of Iran's nuclear program.
The US has officially signed a trade agreement with China. President Donald Trump also announced plans to conclude a similar agreement with India.
The White House proposes to stop funding programs that investigate war crimes in various countries, including Ukraine. This also applies to the Global Rights Compliance project, which collects evidence of crimes such as sexual violence and torture.
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.
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt declined to answer questions about additional missiles for the Patriot air defense system for Ukraine. She stated that she would allow President Trump to comment on the issue, citing a personal conversation between him and President Zelenskyy.
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.
A scandal has erupted in the US over media reports about the alleged failure of strikes on Iran's nuclear program, which intelligence considers an attempt to undermine President Trump's authority. The White House plans to limit intelligence sharing with Congress after the leaks.
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi has warned of "serious consequences" for the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty following US and Israeli strikes on nuclear facilities. Iran may reconsider its participation, as the treaty has "failed to protect" its nuclear program.
US military strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities did not destroy key components of Tehran's nuclear program. US intelligence believes the strikes only delayed it by a few months, and stockpiles of enriched uranium and centrifuges remained largely intact.
US President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky will meet on Wednesday during the NATO summit. The meeting will take place against the backdrop of reduced attention to the Russian-Ukrainian war due to the Middle East conflict.
House member Al Green initiated Trump's impeachment over strikes on Iran's nuclear facilities without Congressional approval. Green accuses the president of abuse of power and threatening democracy, citing unconstitutional usurpation of legislative branch powers.
House Representative Buddy Carter nominated Donald Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize for his role in ending the conflict between Israel and Iran. Trump, according to Carter, played a key role in achieving a truce and preventing Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons.
US President Donald Trump expressed hope for significant achievements from the NATO summit in The Hague, expecting important agreements. He also emphasized that, in the worst case, he would have a more peaceful time than what he "experienced with Iran and Israel."
US President Donald Trump demands that NATO allies increase defense spending, but does not name the reason, although Russia is the reason. The NATO summit in The Hague will focus on increasing military spending, but the issue of Russia will be avoided so as not to irritate Trump.
The White House confirmed the meeting between Donald Trump and Volodymyr Zelensky during the NATO summit in The Hague. The leaders last met in April at Pope Francis' funeral.
Donald Trump stated that Israel and Iran violated the ceasefire by launching attacks after the set deadline. The US President expressed his disappointment with the actions of both sides.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine condemned Iran's missile strike on the Al Udeid base in Qatar, emphasizing Tehran's close cooperation with Moscow. Ukraine expressed solidarity with Qatar and called on Iran to adhere to its nuclear non-proliferation obligations.