Politics
Britain has deployed fighter jets to Cyprus amid the risk of escalation around Iran
The United Kingdom has sent additional fighter jets to an air base in Cyprus in response to growing tensions surrounding Iran and the possibility of military escalation involving the United States, despite the resumption of negotiations between Washington and Tehran.
Harris accused the White House of covering up a video featuring the Obamas that was posted from the administration's account.
Former US Vice President Kamala Harris said the White House is trying to cover up the scandal surrounding a video depicting Barack and Michelle Obama as monkeys, calling the administration's explanation of an employee's mistake implausible.
Stefanchuk discussed "hellish sanctions" against Russia with US senators in Washington
In the US capital, the Speaker of the Verkhovna Rada held talks with American senators on sanctions to force Russia to make peace, and also raised the issue of protecting Ukraine's energy infrastructure.
Trump announced positive progress in negotiations between the US and Iran
US President Donald Trump said that indirect talks with Iran on its nuclear programme are going very well and that Tehran is interested in reaching an agreement.
The Ministry of Finance and the World Bank have attracted nearly $691 million in grants for Ukraine's budget
Ukraine will receive nearly $691 million in grant funding from Japan and Canada to cover key budget expenditures and social payments.
Shmyhal and US Energy Secretary discuss LNG and strengthening Ukraine's energy security
First Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Energy of Ukraine Denys Shmyhal held an online meeting with the US Secretary of Energy, during which the parties discussed US gas supplies, assistance for the restoration of the energy system, and strategic cooperation.
Meloni and Vence in Milan declared shared Western values
During a meeting with US Vice President Jay D. Vance in Milan, Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni emphasised that shared Western values are the foundation of cooperation between Europe and the United States.
The US has accused China of conducting a secret nuclear test
The United States claimed that China conducted a covert nuclear test in 2020 and, against the backdrop of the expiration of the New START treaty, called for a new, broader format for arms control.
EU proposes total ban on maritime services for Russian oil
The European Commission has presented its 20th package of sanctions against Russia, which provides for a radical tightening of restrictions in the oil, banking and trade sectors.
Negotiations between the US and Iran in Oman began with positive signals
Iran has announced a "good start" to indirect talks with the US in Oman and its willingness to continue dialogue with the aim of reducing tensions and avoiding military confrontation.
Starmer called on Prince Andrew to testify in the US after the publication of the Epstein files
The British Prime Minister has stated that former Prince Andrew should be prepared to testify before the US Congress in light of new evidence in the Jeffrey Epstein case.
Canada to transfer AIM missiles to Ukraine to strengthen air defence
Canada has begun transferring AIM missiles to Ukraine, which are intended to strengthen the air defence system and improve protection against cruise missiles.
