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North Korea supplies Russia with weapons and soldiers, receiving advanced technologies and resources in return. Iran, which provides drones, sees no mutual benefit, remaining vulnerable to attacks.

Texas lawmakers have urged Tesla to postpone the launch of robotaxis in Austin until September due to a new autonomous driving law. They are asking the company to provide proof of compliance with the law if the launch takes place this month.

Brent and WTI oil futures fell on Thursday. Investors are awaiting signals from the US regarding the Iran-Israel conflict and the Fed's decision on interest rates.

Iran will strike everywhere if the US intervenes in the conflict. Tehran also stated that it would not negotiate under the threat of bombing.

June 19 marks World Albatross Day, Farmer's Day in Ukraine, and the International Box Day, which is related to cats. Also celebrated are Take Your Dog to Work Day and the Memorial Day of the Holy Apostle Judas.

Ukraine's "Lima" EW system demonstrates superior performance in intercepting guided aerial bombs compared to Russian and Western counterparts. Ukraine is increasing its own arms production, covering up to half of its needs.

The US State Department has resumed the process of issuing student visas, requiring applicants to provide access to social media. The goal is to identify hostile attitudes towards the USA. New applicants who refuse may be denied a visa.

Putin announced his readiness to meet with Zelensky at the final stage of negotiations on Ukraine. According to him, Russia aims for the earliest possible peaceful settlement of the conflict.

US President Donald Trump approved plans to attack Iran, but is delaying its implementation, observing Tehran's reaction to its nuclear program. This concerns the uranium enrichment plant in Fordow.

The Foreign Ministers of Germany, France, and Great Britain, as well as the head of EU diplomacy, will hold talks with Iran in Geneva. The main goal is to guarantee the use of the nuclear program exclusively for civilian purposes.

The IRGC announced the first combat launch of the medium-range ballistic missile "Sajil" as part of Operation "True Promise 3". It is noted that the missiles are aimed at Israel, and previous attacks have destroyed air defense systems.

Ukraine extradited a member of an international cybercrime group to the USA, who was involved in the distribution of the Ryuk ransomware. The attackers carried out over 2400 cyberattacks, demanding over $100 million.

The US has begun evacuating its citizens from Israel using sea cruise liners due to the suspension of air travel. Registration in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program is required to participate.

Japan plans to evacuate approximately 90 citizens and their family members from Iran by land to Azerbaijan due to airport closures. The government is considering sending a Self-Defense Force transport plane to a base in Djibouti.

Donald Trump did not give a clear answer regarding the US's potential participation in Israeli strikes on targets in Iran. He stated that Iran has many problems and wants to negotiate.

The U. S. President's emergency command aircraft, Boeing E-4B, made a four-hour flight from Louisiana to Maryland under the unusual call sign ORDER01. This has led to speculation about a connection with the escalation in the Middle East.

Since the beginning of the year, over 181 thousand passenger cars have been imported into Ukraine, most of which are used. Electric vehicles took second place in popularity, ahead of diesel cars.

Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei rejected Donald Trump's call for unconditional surrender and threatened the US with irreparable damage in case of military intervention.

The ceasefire between India and Pakistan was the result of negotiations between the countries, not US mediation. Indian Prime Minister Modi stressed that the US has no merit in this situation.

The US is considering options for action regarding Iran and Israel. Trump has stepped up his rhetoric, and US negotiators believe Iran's positions are weak.

Russia attacked Kyiv with drones and missiles, killing 26 people, while the US was transferring 10,000 missiles to the Middle East. Trump avoided new sanctions against Russia at the G7 summit.

The head of the Central Bank of China announced the emergence of a new currency order, where the yuan will compete with the dollar. China strives for a multipolar system against the background of trade disputes with the United States.

Actor Derek Dixon accused Tyler Perry of sexual harassment on the set of the series "The Oval" and "Ruthless. " Perry allegedly promised an acting career in exchange for sexual favors.

Ukraine will not receive an invitation to NATO at the summit in The Hague next week. The issue is not on the agenda, no breakthrough decisions are expected.

Seven men between the ages of 30 and 60 stole $100 million worth of jewelry from a Brinks truck. The thieves tracked the truck and stole 24 bags of jewelry.

Early in his term, Trump restrained Israel from attacking Iran. But now, he is considering military support for Israel, a shift in US policy.

Iran warned the US of a harsh response in case of direct participation in Israel's military campaign. Thousands of people left Tehran after the exchange of missile strikes between Iran and Israel.

Political scientist Oleg Lisny stated that Trump fled responsibility at the G7 summit, disrupting the meeting with Zelensky regarding arms supplies. Ukraine lost a chance to resolve the issue.

Due to the climate crisis, nighttime heat worsens the course of sleep apnea, which threatens millions of people. The study revealed a significant relationship between temperature and the severity of apnea.

Israel is running out of Arrow interceptor missiles to defend against Iranian ballistic missiles, raising concerns. The US is bolstering Israel's defenses, but neither country can intercept missiles indefinitely.