The White House confirmed that Donald Trump monitored the operation against Iran from his Mar-a-Lago villa. He also held a conversation with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
Former US President Bill Clinton stated that he was unaware of Jeffrey Epstein's crimes and committed no wrongdoing. He flew on Epstein's plane before his conviction but claims he had no knowledge of his sex trafficking.
Kyiv insists on clear legal formulations in the security guarantee document to avoid misinterpretations. The document must be ratified by the US Congress, and both the Ukrainian and English versions must refer specifically to guarantees.
US intelligence casts doubt on Trump's claims about Iran's ability to strike the US in the near future. Estimates suggest Iran would need until at least 2035 to develop an intercontinental ballistic missile.
Hillary Clinton told the House Oversight Committee that she had no information about Epstein's criminal activities. She never met him or visited his properties.
The negotiations are "stalling" due to Kyiv and Washington's differing views on the sequence of steps towards peace, as well as weak security guarantees.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, on the anniversary of Russia's full-scale invasion, addressed Ukrainians from a bunker on Bankova Street, where his first conversations with world leaders took place at the beginning of the war. He emphasized the resilience of the Ukrainian people and expressed a desire to one day come there with the US President.
The Trump administration has informed Congress of plans for a phased reopening of the US diplomatic mission in Syria, which has been closed since 2012. Washington has begun funding preparatory work, and special envoy Tom Barrack is lobbying for Syria's full reintegration.
U. S. President Donald Trump has signed an executive order imposing a 10% tariff on all imports. This decision comes after the Supreme Court ruled previous tariffs illegal.
The US President added that all national security tariffs "will remain in effect immediately. "
The US Supreme Court has overturned President Donald Trump's far-reaching global tariffs. The decision was made by a majority vote (6 to 3) and concerns tariffs imposed by Trump under emergency powers law.
Heads of five European intelligence agencies do not believe in a quick end to the war, despite Trump's statements. They believe that Russia is using negotiations to weaken sanctions and is not seeking peace.
Talks between Ukraine and Russia in Geneva brought no breakthrough, with Zelenskyy accusing Russia of stalling for time. Expert Zhelikhovsky believes that Moscow is using the negotiations to gain time on the battlefield.
UNN tells about the uniqueness of American aircraft, how much the machines cost, and what made them popular.
The former First Lady of the United States called on the Trump administration to release documents related to the Jeffrey Epstein case. She demands an open congressional hearing to ensure "everything is fair."
President Zelenskyy met with US Senators Richard Blumenthal and Sheldon Whitehouse. The use of frozen Russian assets to purchase Patriot missiles was discussed.
President Zelenskyy stated that Ukraine is ready for compromise, but not at the cost of its territories. He emphasized the importance of security guarantees, which must precede any territorial concessions.
A partial government shutdown has begun in the US due to a lack of compromise between lawmakers and the White House regarding oversight of federal immigration officers. This has led to a suspension of funding for the Department of Homeland Security, forcing 90% of its employees to work without pay.
The U. S. Department of Homeland Security has shut down due to a lack of funding. Congress failed to reach an agreement on restrictions on immigration officers' tactics.
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha stated that the US is ready to ratify future security guarantees in Congress. This is fundamental for Ukraine, which has an almost ready draft of bilateral security guarantees.
Ukrainian officials say the Trump administration is pressuring them to make concessions to Russia. Zelensky expresses disappointment that the US is pressuring Kyiv more than Moscow.
US President Donald Trump may withdraw from negotiations to end the war between Ukraine and Russia. This could happen before the US congressional election season.
President Zelenskyy's announcement of election and referendum plans on February 24 is unrealistic, as it is impossible without a peace agreement with Russia. Ukraine needs security guarantees and a ceasefire to hold elections.
Democratic leaders in the U. S. Congress called the White House proposal "incomplete and insufficient." This comes amid demands for new restrictions on President Trump's immigration measures.
Ukraine seeks to obtain Western security guarantees to deter future Russian aggression. At the same time, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs emphasizes that any recognition of Russia's sovereignty over Crimea or Donbas will be legally invalid.
Chairman of the Verkhovna Rada Ruslan Stefanchuk discussed in Washington with US senators the means that can force Russia to peace. The parties agreed that only tough sanctions can influence Moscow.
Republicans in the U. S. Senate are concerned about a possible strengthening of Democrats in the midterm elections due to President Trump's actions. The latest "alarm bell" rang when a Democrat won a seat in the Texas State Senate.
Donald Trump stated the need to "nationalize" elections in at least 15 states, which drew sharp criticism from Democrats. They fear that such statements will undermine the legitimacy of the 2026 midterm elections.
The US Department of Justice has released millions of pages of documents from the Jeffrey Epstein investigation, detailing his connections with influential figures, including Steve Bannon and Elon Musk. These files have caused political uproar and led to the resignations of high-ranking officials in various countries.
US President Donald Trump announced the closure of the Kennedy Center in Washington for a two-year renovation, which will begin on July 4. This decision was made after the institution was renamed the Kennedy-Trump Center, which led to the cancellation of artists' performances.
