The annualized monthly rate of new housing starts in the United States in May was -9.8%, in line with expectations of -0.8%. The previous value was revised from 1.60% to 2.7%.

US Geological Survey: 5.2 magnitude earthquake occurred in Fiji.

IAEA Director General Grossi: There is no evidence that Iran is building nuclear weapons.

According to AFP: Thick smoke can be seen in eastern Tehran.

On June 18, Russian Deputy Prime Minister Novak told reporters that Russia and some other OPEC+ countries may increase crude oil production if necessary, adding that this issue may be considered within the framework of OPEC+ and evaluated with reference to the data of analytical agencies. He said: "I think many countries can increase (production). Regarding specific figures, we have reached an agreement that analytical agencies and departments will participate in objective assessments of each country separately. In general, Russia and many other countries have the ability to increase production." Novak added that the assessment of the potential growth of OPEC+ oil production can be carried out in the short and medium term.

Ukrainian Deputy Prime Minister: Discussed with US Treasury Secretary Besant the possibility of supporting defense projects under a joint investment fund.

South Africa and the United States are set to resume trade talks next week.

British Government: Tariff arrangements with the United States in the automotive and aerospace sectors are expected to take effect at the end of this month.

Kremlin: Russian President Vladimir Putin and the UAE President called for an immediate end to the conflict and for stepped-up diplomatic efforts.

Israel said it would not allow the most dangerous regime to possess the most deadly weapons.

Kremlin: Russian President Vladimir Putin reiterated his willingness to mediate the conflict between Iran and Israel.

ECB board member Centeno: If economic growth fails to materialize, it will be difficult for inflation to reach 2%.

Sources: New U.S. dietary guidelines could include brief statements encouraging Americans to drink in moderation or in moderation.

Source: New U.S. dietary guidelines will remove the recommendation to limit alcohol intake to one to two drinks a day.

IDF spokesman: We attacked five Iranian attack helicopters that attempted to attack our aircraft.

Russian Ministry of Defense: Russian troops have occupied Novomykolaivka in Sumy Oblast, Ukraine.

June 18, analysts at the financial website Forexlive said that as price pressures in the euro zone have eased further, the European Central Bank will have greater flexibility after entering the summer, so the initial estimate of interest rates has not changed. From the current situation, the market currently only expects the central bank to cut interest rates by about 21 basis points by the end of the year.

Russian Ministry of Defense: Russian troops have occupied Dovhenk in eastern Ukraine.

British Government: Embassies and consulates will continue to carry out essential work, including providing services to British citizens.