🌍 Putin and Erdogan held nearly an hour and a half of face-to-face talks in Bishkek, with the primary focus being the situation surrounding the Black Sea, according to Ushakov.

⚠️🇮🇷 Former President Donald Trump stated in an interview with Fox News that the agreement with Iran is not worth the paper it is written on. He emphasized that the U.S. has given Iran numerous opportunities.

⚠️🇺🇦🇷🇺 Ukraine plans to target airports in Moscow and other cities using swarms of inexpensive drones. The objective is to effectively shut down air traffic in Moscow for an extended period and halt all flights to Russia. Ukrainian media reports that this strategy has been in development for some time, but previous restrictions on "civilian" aviation have now been lifted, allowing Kyiv to pursue more aggressive actions.

🔥⚠️🇮🇷 Iran has begun launching missiles at U.S. targets in the region, according to FARS news agency. The escalation marks a significant development in ongoing geopolitical tensions. As the situation evolves, analysts are closely monitoring the implications for regional stability and international relations. Further updates are expected as the story unfolds.

⚠️🇪🇺🇷🇺 Macron stated that France fully supports Germany and backs new European sanctions against Russia.

🚀 Oil prices surged, with Brent crude surpassing $95 per barrel and WTI rising above $90 per barrel, marking a significant increase of 5%.

🚀🛢️🇪🇺 Gas prices in Europe have reached a new three-year high, marking a significant increase in the market. The surge reflects ongoing supply concerns and heightened demand across the continent. Experts are closely monitoring the situation as energy costs continue to impact economies. For more information, visit here.

⚠️🇩🇪 Volkswagen has confirmed the closure dates for four key plants in Germany. Production in Emden and Zwickau is set to end in 2031, followed by Hannover in 2032, and Neckarsulm in 2034, according to WIWO.

⚠️🇷🇺 President Putin addresses the press, with statements likely focused on the outcomes of the SCO summit.

🚨 Vladimir Putin stated that Russia prefers to work with individuals they trust, particularly those close to former President Trump. He specifically mentioned Jared Kushner and Thomas Whitcomb as desirable guests in this context.

📈🇺🇸 DELL shares rose by 5% following an increase in the company's forecasts for the fiscal year 2027. The company has consistently received buy recommendations from former President Trump.

🚨🇷🇺 Ozon has proposed that sellers place their goods in warehouses in Kazakhstan for sales in Russia. This move aims to enhance logistics and streamline the supply chain for sellers looking to reach the Russian market more effectively. For details, visit the full article here.

🚨 President Putin has dismissed rumors of a new mobilization in Russia, calling them "nonsense" and labeling it a "new information attack on Russia."

📬 Today's Calendar — September 2, 2026

Russia is hosting the second day of the Eastern Economic Forum (EEF). Australia will release its GDP for Q2 2026 at 04:30 MSK, followed by New Zealand's central bank rate decision at 05:00 MSK and a press conference at 06:00 MSK. The U.S. will report ADP Employment figures for August at 15:15 MSK, with Canada announcing its central bank rate at 16:45 MSK. Key reports include U.S. Factory Orders at 17:00 MSK and the Beige Book at 21:00 MSK. Russia's Ministry of Finance will hold an OFZ auction. Pop earnings reports include NetApp and Hewlett Packard at 23:00 MSK and 23:05 MSK, respectively.

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🌎 The current exchange rate for USDCNY stands at 6.72, while the USDTRUB is at 88.2.

🚨 New Zealand's central bank has maintained its interest rate at 2.75%, matching expectations and up from the previous rate of 2.5%. The committee believes that a gradual tapering of monetary stimulus aligns with the goal of returning inflation to 2%.

💎 New diamond deposits discovered in Yakutia are set to boost diamond production in Russia, according to Rosnedra in an interview with RIA Novosti. For more information, visit RIA Novosti.

🚫 Alexander Grushko, Deputy Foreign Minister of Russia, stated at the Eastern Economic Forum that he does not see any changes in the West's stance on sanctions that would allow for the resumption of the Black Sea grain deal, according to RIA.

✈️ The first Il-114-300 aircraft is set to be delivered to the customer in 2026, according to the United Aircraft Corporation (OAK). The aircraft has received a significant number of orders from Russian airlines. This announcement was made by the Ministry of Industry and Trade and reported by TASS.

📰 Major enterprises in Russia are integrating into a zonal-object air defense system and are actively participating in the protection of facilities. Several companies are prioritized for addressing issues related to temporary management. The decision to end temporary management will be made at the highest level once security goals are achieved or facilities are restored, according to Minister Manturov, as reported by TASS.