Belarusian President Lukashenko: Russia will never give up Crimea.

Belarusian President Lukashenko: Putin has not pushed Belarus into the Russia-Ukraine conflict.

U.S. Republican presidential candidate Hurd says he will not support Trump if he becomes a candidate.

According to Fox Business Channel: U.S. Republican Senator Vance sent a letter to U.S. Steel.

US Republican presidential candidate Hurd said he is confident that he can reach the debate threshold.

Neto, President of the Central Bank of Brazil: If properly designed, administrative reforms will bring benefits.

Neto, President of the Central Bank of Brazil: The key question is whether fiscal revenue measures will be approved, and more importantly whether they will effectively increase fiscal revenue.

Farmington State Bank: Agrees with Fed Board order.

Neto, President of the Central Bank of Brazil: I am always open to discussions with Brazilian President Lula and any member of the government.

Neto, President of the Central Bank of Brazil: The barriers to increasing the pace of easing are quite high, and we think the appropriate rate cut is 50 basis points.

Morgan Stanley expects the central bank to raise its key interest rate to 19%.

Neto, President of the Central Bank of Brazil: I have never considered leaving the Central Bank of Brazil.

Neto, President of the Central Bank of Brazil: The decision of the central bank is based on technical factors.

Market news: The Federal Reserve announces action against Farmington State Bank.

National Hurricane Center: "Hilary continues to intensify rapidly and is expected to become a major hurricane later today.

WTI crude oil futures stood at $81 per barrel, up 2.04% on the day.