Politics
Britain confirms repair bases for Ukrainian Armed Forces equipment in Ukraine for the first time
The United Kingdom has officially confirmed for the first time that it is operating repair facilities in Ukraine to service military equipment. Four such facilities are already in operation, with another one being prepared for launch.
The Ayatollah's new London property
Iran's newly elected supreme leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, is linked to a network of international investments in real estate and business in various countries. According to the investigation, the assets are registered through a network of companies and intermediaries.
Trump's sons plan to resell Ukrainian drone technology to the Pentagon
Eric Trump and Donald Trump Jr. have backed a new drone company, Powerus, which aims to enter the US defence procurement market. The company says it plans to gain access to Ukrainian drone technology for further production and sale to the US military.
How high could oil prices rise, and what could be the global economic consequences?
Oil prices have exceeded $100 per barrel amid the US and Israeli war against Iran. Economists warn that a prolonged conflict in a key energy region could have serious consequences for the global economy.
A new NATO command unit will be established in Riihimäki, Finland
A new NATO command centre will be established in Riihimäki, Finland. It will specialise in telecommunications and information technology.
US regime change operations – mixed results
The United States has repeatedly used military and covert operations to change governments in other countries. The experience of such interventions has shown varying results, and their consequences have often been unpredictable.
France to send two frigates to the Red Sea as part of the EU's Aspides mission
France will send two military frigates to the Red Sea to participate in the European Union's Aspides naval operation. This was announced by French President Emmanuel Macron.
Oil prices fell after Trump's statement about a possible de-escalation in the Middle East
Global oil prices fell after a sharp rise the day before. The market reacted to statements by US President Donald Trump about a possible quick end to the war in the Middle East.
Zelensky visited troops in Donetsk region amid intensified fighting in the east
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky travelled to the east of the country, where he met with Ukrainian military personnel. He invited journalists from The New York Times to accompany him on his trip to Donetsk Oblast.
Sybiga announced Hungary's attempt to legalise the seized funds of Oschadbank
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sibiga said that Hungary is trying to legalise funds and gold seized from Oschadbank collectors. This refers to a bill submitted to the Hungarian parliament.
Donald Trump's envoys arrive in Israel amid US disputes over strikes on Iranian oil infrastructure
Special representatives of US President Donald Trump, Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, plan to arrive in Israel for talks. The visit will take place amid disagreements between the US and Israel over the scale of strikes on Iranian oil facilities.
Putin and Trump discussed Iran during their first telephone conversation this year
Russian President Vladimir Putin and US President Donald Trump held their first telephone conversation this year. One of the main topics of discussion was the situation surrounding Iran.