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Influential investor Stephen P. Lynch seeks to acquire a Russian pipeline. The White House is considering cooperation with the Kremlin on gas supplies to Europe, which is causing concern in Germany.

In the course of the three-year war against Ukraine, Russia has lost about a million soldiers. Ukrainian losses are estimated at 400,000. In total, 20% of the territory is occupied.

Far-right leader in the Netherlands, Geert Wilders, has announced his party's withdrawal from the coalition due to the refusal of partners to sign migration proposals. This decision could lead to the collapse of the Dutch government and new elections.

Russia is planning a powerful strike on Ukraine in response to the drone attack on military airfields. According to the NYT, the strike may include massive attacks on Ukrainian infrastructure.

Keir Starmer has vowed to put the country on a "war footing" by investing billions in weapons. This decision was made against the backdrop of Russian aggression and changes in US policy.

According to the NYT, Elon Musk used drugs heavily when he became an ally of Donald Trump. This included ketamine, ecstasy, and psychedelic mushrooms.

Despite claims of readiness for negotiations, Russia is actively attacking and shelling Ukrainian cities. The fastest pace of the occupiers' advance since November 2024 has been recorded in the Donetsk region.

The Trump administration has stopped the sale of important American technologies to China, in response to China's restrictions on the export of critical minerals to the US. This may have consequences for many manufacturers.

Trump's actions and statements indicate a desire to divide spheres of influence between the US, Russia and China. This may be beneficial to China and Russia, which seek to reduce the US presence in the world.

The Minister of Energy of Ukraine stated that the attempts by the Russians to start the power units of the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant could have dangerous consequences. He urged the IAEA to prevent a catastrophic scenario.

Russia is building power lines in the occupied territory of Ukraine to connect the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant to its energy system. This indicates Moscow's intention to exploit the plant.

Mark Rutte wants to hold a short NATO summit without divisions among members due to Trump and Zelensky. The US may cut support for Ukraine, complicating the situation at the summit.

Trump expressed dissatisfaction with Putin's actions after the Russian Federation's attacks on Ukraine, but did not support strict sanctions. He refuses to join European sanctions and provide weapons to Ukraine.

The Trump administration stopped admitting foreign students to Harvard University. This happened after disputes over the legality of the Department of Homeland Security's request for records.

Finland is closely monitoring Russia's troop buildup on the border. The Finnish military is preparing for the worst-case scenario, fearing an expansion of the Kremlin's aggression.

Trump announced that Ukraine and Russia will have to negotiate peace on their own. He refused to put pressure on the Kremlin and impose new sanctions, seeking to conclude business deals with the Russian Federation.

Russian troops have begun using motorcycles to attack Ukrainian positions due to a shortage of armored vehicles. Motorcycles allow them to quickly penetrate the rear, but suffer significant losses.

The hurricane damaged dozens of buildings and houses, leaving thousands without power. The cities of Grinnell, Bennett, Haviland and Greensburg were the most affected.

The US House of Representatives is considering Trump's budget bill, which includes tax and spending cuts. The document makes Trump's tax breaks permanent and increases military spending.

Cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase will not pay ransom to hackers who stole customer data. The company will reimburse customers who were tricked into transferring money to fraudsters.

Airbnb expands its capabilities: in the new app, you can order services such as dinners from star chefs, massages or professional photo shoots. Services are available in 260 cities.

Iran has put forward the idea of creating an international nuclear consortium with the participation of Arab countries and US investments. This proposal is an alternative to the US demand to completely curtail the nuclear program.

A documentary about the 210th separate special battalion "BERLINGO" received the British BAFTA TV Awards 2025. The film tells about the protection of the railway track near Kupyansk.

Donald Trump has criticized the digital equality law, considering it unconstitutional because of its support for ethnic minorities. The law provides for billions of dollars in grants to ensure equal access to the Internet.

Ukraine needs more Patriot systems to protect against ballistic missiles, but they are expensive. Patriots successfully shoot down targets, but debris still falls, creating a threat.

India is conducting nationwide civil defense drills due to the escalating conflict with Pakistan. Authorities are testing sirens, conducting evacuation drills, and practicing responses to power outages.

The New York Times and The New Yorker received 7 Pulitzer Prizes for journalism. Reports on the assassination attempt on Trump, the conflict in Sudan, and coverage of freedom of speech issues were recognized.

Ukraine will receive a Patriot air defense system from Israel after modernization. The transfer of another system by Germany or Greece to protect Kyiv is being considered.

The European Union intends to increase purchases of American goods by 50 billion euros to resolve trade differences. However, the EU will not agree to maintaining US tariffs as a fair solution.

Donald Trump said that media polls about his rating are false. According to him, his administration is working "better than ever."