Trump says US forces killed leader of Tren de Aragua criminal group

According to the US president, the strike was carried out in coordination with the Venezuelan side
US forces down several Iranian drones heading toward Strait of Hormuz — media

A source told Reuters that the intercepted drones posed a threat to commercial shipping
Ukraine’s public debt rises by more than $110 bln since 2022

The external debt increased nearly three times
US records first emphatic World Cup victory in 96 years

The Americans opened their home campaign with a 4-1 win over Paraguay
Russia was telling truth about US biolabs in Ukraine — Putin’s envoy

Kirill Dmitriev called on Wikipedia to revise its article on biological laboratories in Ukraine, which describes the issue as a conspiracy theory
Europe demands Bosnia and Herzegovina impose visas on Russians — Dodik

The leader of Republika Srpska's Alliance of Independent Social Democrats said his party would not allow such a decision to be made
Iran, US may sign memorandum in coming days — top diplomat

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi specified that at the initial stage, the signing will take place in digital form
Israel seeks to derail signing of agreement between Iran, US — top Iranian diplomat

Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi added that he would provide the details later
IN BRIEF: Putin speaks on retaliatory strikes, development of AI-powered drones

The Russian president Vladimir Putin has held a Kremlin meeting with participants in the special military operation on Russia Day
British PM says has no plans to step down following Defense Ministry resignations

Analysts say that Defense Ministry resignations have dealt a serious blow to Keir Starmer's authority
Putin increases Russian army’s staffing strength by almost 7,400 servicemen

The staffing strength of the Russian Armed Forces is hereby established at 2,399,130, including 1,510,000 servicemen
Over 700,000 Russian troops deployed in special military operation zone — Putin

According to the president, the Russian government is considering education programs for participants in the special military operation
Trump claims draft deal published in Iranian media is incorrect

US President also accused Iran of trying to attack Indian ships in the Strait of Hormuz
Russian forces liberate five settlements over past week, including Priyut in DPR

Last week, units of the Battlegroup South advanced deep into enemy defenses and liberated the settlements of Khimik and Roskoshnoye in the Donetsk People's Republic, the Russian Defense Ministry reported
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Putin presents Hero of Labor stars and state prizes in Kremlin on Russia Day

The 2025 State Prize for outstanding achievements in human rights activities was awarded to former Human Rights Commissioner Tatyana Moskalkova
Brent crude price drops below $86 per barrel for first time since March 10

As of 11:22 a.m. Moscow time (8:22 a.m. GMT), Brent was down 4.89%, trading at $85.96 per barrel
Iran publishes 14-point conflict settlement memorandum with US — Mehr

The agreed provisions include lifting the naval blockade within 30 days and withdrawing US forces from areas bordering the Islamic Republic
Trump capable of breakthrough decisions in Russia-US relations — Ambassador Darchiev

The Russian diplomat called the US president "a man and a politician who knows how to surprise"
Presidents Putin, Trump set to restore normal US-Russia ties — Ambassador Darchiev

The official added that Russia welcomes the constructive and pragmatic approach of the current US administration to restoring relations
Mexico defeats South Africa 2-0 in 2026 FIFA World Cup opening match

The goals were scored by Julian Quinones and Raul Jimenez
Iran, US may sign agreements as early as this weekend — Trump

The US president added that the Strait of Hormuz would open as soon as the deal is signed
Russia moves to cancel MAKS 2026 Air Show, postpone Hydro Aviation Exhibition to 2027

The MAKS Air Show was last held in July 2021, and the previous Hydro Aviation Exhibition was held in 2018
Italian MPs vote for resolution gradually lifting anti-Russia sanctions post conflict

A proposal was made to use sanctions as leverage in talks on peace in Ukraine
London steps up confrontation with Moscow — ambassador Kelin

Andrey Kelin noted that Russia and the UK are connected by a common past, mutual interests, and a rich potential for normal cooperation
What to know about Trump's plans of new strikes on Iran, oil market reaction

According to the US president, Washington used $250 million worth of ammunition in the latest strikes on Iran
Eurotroika’s terms of Ukrainian settlement unacceptable — Russian diplomat

Maria Zakharova pointed out that the Europeans are pursuing a course aimed at "preventing the creation of conditions for negotiations on a truly comprehensive, just and lasting peace"
Russian troops liberate two communities in Ukraine operation over past day — top brass

Russia’s Battlegroup North inflicted more than 205 casualties on Ukrainian troops and destroyed an enemy tank and a US-made armored vehicle in its areas of responsibility over the past day, the Defense Ministry reported
IN BRIEF: Key statements from Kremlin spokesman Peskov briefing

According to Dmitry Peskov, Russia is concerned about the latest escalation between the US and Iran and calls on all parties to exercise restraint and return to negotiations
What is known about Russian Deputy Foreign Minister's meeting with EU Three ambassadors

The meeting lasted around an hour and a half
British defense secretary resigns over lack of investment

John Healey said that he was stepping down "with great regret and reluctance"