White House: Trump-Putin-Zelensky talks could happen ‘soon’
According to the White House, Russia has “expressed a desire” for direct talks with Trump, raising hopes of a diplomatic breakthrough amid growing pressure to end the war.
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Trump to meet Putin next week as Ukraine-Russia conflict continues – Report
The report, citing two sources familiar with the matter, said the plan was discussed during a call with European leaders. Trump also intends to meet with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky.
Trump names Vance his “most likely” MAGA movement successor
“‘Well, I think most likely, in all fairness, he’s the Vice President,’ Trump said when asked if Vance was the heir to the MAGA movement
Swedish PM faces backlash for admitting use of ChatGPT in governance
Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson is under fire for admitting he regularly uses artificial intelligence tools like ChatGPT and France’s LeChat in government work.
Kremlin slams Trump tariff pressure on India over Russian oil as illegal
We hear many statements that are in fact threats, attempts to force countries to cut trade relations with Russia
UN reveals 86% of Gaza aid is stolen before reaching those most in need
“Regardless of how many trucks enter Gaza, the critical issue is whether aid actually reaches the people who need it. Right now, that is not happening at the scale required.”
China choking supply of critical minerals to Western defense companies…
Western companies say Chinese regulators now demand sensitive details such as product images and buyer lists before approving exports.
Russia tightens grip on internet, launches state-controlled messaging app
With MAX, a new state-mandated messaging app, Russia aims to replicate China’s tightly monitored WeChat system.
Ex-Colombian president Uribe handed 12-year house arrest for bribery
Former Colombian President Álvaro Uribe was sentenced Friday to 12 years of house arrest for bribery and witness tampering, following a nearly six-month trial that captured national attention.
France, U.K., others move to recognize Palestinian state- what could shift?
The UK will recognise a Palestinian state by the United Nations General Assembly in September unless the Israeli government takes substantive steps