Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has underscored the importance of the Donbas region, describing it as a "key topic" amid ongoing geopolitical tensions.

🇷🇺 Initially, it was evident that these negotiations were unlikely to result in a significant breakthrough. Consequently, barring any major unexpected geopolitical developments, experts anticipate that, following several days of processing recent negotiation updates, the IMOEX may resume its upward trend, although this remains uncertain.

Experts anticipate that negotiations will continue for at least another year, with a strong probability that this plan, similar to prior proposals, will ultimately be set aside. A genuine breakthrough would be considered highly exceptional.

A meeting between representatives of the United States, Ukraine, and Russia may be convened in the near future, according to Witkoff.

During his visit to Moscow, Whitcoff announced that new ideas for resolving the Ukrainian situation were discussed. According to RIA, he emphasized the emergence of a convergence of positions regarding the settlement. TASS reported significant progress achieved in the Moscow talks. The United States proposed that Russia and Ukraine resume trilateral negotiations.

Representatives from Russia, the United States, and Ukraine are expected to announce an upcoming meeting to discuss resolution efforts, according to a statement by UITKOV reported by TASS.

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🇺🇦 Kushner has announced plans to resume trilateral talks on Ukraine, according to reports.

Former President Donald Trump has changed his hairstyle and hair color, moving from a forward comb to a side part and changing from blonde to chestnut. Analysts indicate this may signify notable changes.

President Zelensky, following discussions with Witkoff and Kushner, affirmed that Kyiv remains unwilling to relinquish Donbas in order to secure a peace agreement with Russia. Kushner emphasized that, although the success of the Ukrainian settlement efforts cannot be guaranteed, such attempts are necessary.

Ukraine is considering the legalization of the pornography industry as a potential means to increase funding for its military budget, according to the Wall Street Journal.

A substantial weekly outflow has been recorded in U.S. bonds, representing one of the largest in history, according to Bloomberg data. The yield on 10-year bonds has reached its highest level in a year, approaching a 20-year peak.

Ukrainian media outlet Glavkom has reported on a new peace plan proposed by former President Donald Trump, reportedly presented by Whitcoff and Kushner during discussions in Moscow and Kyiv. Key elements of the plan include a ceasefire, territorial concessions by Ukraine, withdrawal of Ukrainian forces from Donbas and parts of Zaporizhzhia, potentially under United Nations supervision. The proposal also suggests that Ukraine renounce the use of force to reclaim territories, maintain a non-aligned status, limit its military capabilities, address language issues, and enter into a comprehensive peace agreement involving a new government and the United Nations.

HYPE reaches record levels as ZEC exceeds $1,200, identifying these two altcoins as the leading "blue chips" of the current altcoin season.

Lukoil requires only two to three weeks to fully restore all its refineries, according to statements made by Alekperov to Vesti journalist Pavel Zarubin.

Jared Kushner did not specify whether the United States will strengthen sanctions amid the lack of progress on Ukraine, according to TASS.

The Israeli Army General Staff has announced the initiation of unplanned military exercises. Earlier reports from C14 indicated that Israel is preparing for a large-scale coordinated missile attack from Iran, amid indications that Iran may soon resume military operations.

Anthropic has postponed its initial public offering (IPO) until at least mid-October, with marketing activities scheduled to commence no earlier than that time. The company intends to complete the listing a few days prior to the U.S. midterm elections in November, according to sources. Previously, the startup targeted a $2 trillion valuation, which would surpass SpaceX's record and establish the largest IPO in history.

Russian stocks, notably "Ассоль," are experiencing increased volatility following recent significant developments. Although current trends show a "higher low," indicating a potential bullish outlook, the absence of a "higher high" on the chart suggests a cautious approach. Ongoing monitoring is recommended.

Former President Donald Trump asserts that he has generated hundreds of billions of dollars in stocks and various investments on behalf of the United States, rather than for personal gain. He characterizes the ongoing criticism from what he refers to as radical left "Dumocrats" as unfair, while expressing resignation to the circumstances.

President Trump released an image asserting that oil flow through the Strait of Hormuz has been nearly fully restored. Prior to the conflict, the flow was 20 million barrels per day; currently, according to Trump’s campaign, it stands at 18 million barrels per day. Meanwhile, Iran’s Supreme National Security Council Secretary Mohsen Rezaei stated that the Strait of Hormuz remains completely closed and that Iran intends to implement stricter measures in the area.