International Relations
Trump cancelled some tariffs after the Supreme Court ruling and introduced a new global tariff of 10 per cent.
After the US Supreme Court ruled that some of the previously imposed tariffs were illegal, Donald Trump announced their cancellation. At the same time, he signed a decree imposing a temporary global tariff of 10 per cent.
Hungary blocked a €90 billion EU loan for Ukraine on the eve of the anniversary of the invasion
Budapest has suspended a previously agreed European Union loan to Ukraine, which was intended to stabilise the country's finances. The decision was made a few days before the fourth anniversary of Russia's full-scale invasion.
The US is considering strikes against individual Iranian leaders and the possibility of regime change
American military planning regarding Iran has reached its final stage. Among the options that could be implemented on the orders of President Donald Trump are strikes against specific individuals and even a change of power in Tehran.
American fighter jets intercepted five Russian aircraft in the air defence zone near Alaska.
US fighter jets took to the skies to escort two Tu-95 strategic bombers, two Su-35 fighter jets and an A-50 long-range radar detection aircraft operating in Alaska's air defence identification zone.
China conducted exercises near Taiwan involving 14 aircraft and six naval vessels
During the Chinese New Year celebrations, the People's Liberation Army of China intensified its military presence around Taiwan, deploying combat aircraft and naval vessels, with some aircraft crossing the median line of the strait.
Britain did not allow the US to use bases for possible strikes on Iran
London has not yet granted Washington permission to use the Diego Garcia base and the Fairford airbase for possible air strikes against Iran, despite the active build-up of American military presence in the Middle East.
Trump gave Iran 15 days to reach an agreement and announced possible tough measures
US President Donald Trump has stated that a decision on Washington's next steps regarding Iran could be made within the next 10 to 15 days, while the United States is building up an unprecedented military presence in the Middle East.
France will provide Ukraine with €71 million in grant aid, with most of the funds going to the energy sector
France will allocate €71 million in grant funding to Ukraine, of which €64 million will go directly to the energy sector and strengthening the resilience of the energy system.
Trump held the first meeting of the Peace Council and announced money and international forces for Gaza
At the first meeting of the Peace Council established by Donald Trump, nine countries pledged $7 billion in aid to the Gaza Strip, while the United States announced a contribution of $10 billion. Washington also presented a plan to deploy an international stabilisation force of 20,000 troops.
NATO practised landing troops on the Baltic coast in Germany as part of Steadfast Dart 2026
Around 3,000 military personnel conducted an amphibious operation near Kiel, and the German Defence Minister described the exercise as a deterrent signal against the backdrop of the deteriorating security situation in the region.
Belgian Defence Minister confirms purchase of F-35s and calls for strengthening alliance with the US
Against the backdrop of transatlantic tensions, Belgium plans to purchase 11 more F-35 fighter jets, invest €50 million in countering drones, and emphasises the need to strengthen European defence.
The Trump administration is approaching a possible large-scale conflict with Iran
The US is strengthening its military presence in the Middle East amid difficult negotiations on Iran's nuclear programme, and sources do not rule out the start of hostilities in the coming weeks.
