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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.

Elbridge Colby, the Pentagon's policy chief, called for NATO to be based on partnership, not dependence, during talks in Brussels. This comes amid the absence of the US Secretary of Defense and rising allied defense spending.

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban urged not to send money to Ukraine, stating that "war harms business. " He also called German leader Friedrich Merz a "weak leader" without naming him.

President Zelenskyy accepted the US proposal to hold talks on ending the war, where the issue of territories will be discussed. International expert Stanislav Zhelikhovsky believes that Russia is not interested in a ceasefire and does not expect quick results.

Germany has nominated Bundeswehr Inspector General Carsten Breuer for the position of Chairman of the NATO Military Committee. The new chairman will take office in the summer of 2027.

The death toll in Iran from last month's protests has reached 7,002, exacerbating internal and external tensions. The Norwegian Nobel Committee has called for the release of Nobel Peace Prize laureate Narges Mohammadi due to ill-treatment.

Oil prices rose due to investor concerns about escalating tensions between the US and Iran. Brent futures rose to $69.67, and WTI to $64.92.

US President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu met at the White House. They discussed developments with Iran and the war in Gaza, but no final agreements were reached.

US President Donald Trump said that during a meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, he insisted on continuing negotiations with Iran. The US is seeking a nuclear deal with Tehran.

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte stated that security guarantees for Ukraine are being formed as a multi-level system that will come into effect after a peace agreement. Key elements are the Armed Forces of Ukraine, an international support coalition, and US participation.

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.

President Zelenskyy accepted the US proposal to hold the next round of negotiations to end the war, where the issue of territory will be discussed. Ukraine may approve a peace proposal through a parliamentary vote or a national referendum.

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán stated that Ukraine's plan to join the EU by 2027 is a "declaration of war" against Hungary. He called on Hungarians to stop these processes in the upcoming elections.

Jeffrey Epstein arranged intimate relations between a woman from his circle and Kimbal Musk, Elon Musk's brother. The woman claims she was trapped and abused by Epstein.

The FDA has rejected Moderna's application for a new mRNA flu vaccine, citing inadequate clinical trials. The agency raised objections to the vaccine's comparison with the "best available standard of care in the US."

A federal grand jury in Washington refused to bring criminal charges against six Democratic lawmakers. They were accused of calling on the military not to obey "illegal orders."

The head of US intelligence, Tulsi Gabbard, is winding down the activities of a group that monitored foreign interference. The decision is explained by the desire to reduce the "politicization" of intelligence and reallocate resources to combat real threats.

The federal ICE agency is stepping up measures against activists who harass agents during operations. The number of criminal cases for interfering with law enforcement has sharply increased.

In Nigeria, on February 3, 2024, an armed group killed 21 people in the town of Doma, Katsina State. This happened after the termination of a non-aggression pact concluded by the community with criminals last September.

According to declassified FBI files, Donald Trump stated in 2006 that "everyone" knew about Jeffrey Epstein's behavior. This testimony contradicts his previous statements of not knowing about the financier's crimes.

The office of US Vice President J. D. Vance deleted a post about the 1915 "Armenian genocide," calling it a technical staff error. This happened after Vance's visit to the Tsitsernakaberd memorial complex in Yerevan.

US and Iran diplomatic efforts have reached a stalemate, despite positive statements from leaders. The lack of clear agreements and new provocations from Tehran increase the likelihood of American airstrikes.

The European Parliament has approved the resumption of a trade agreement with the United States, which was suspended due to tariff threats over Greenland. The agreement will be valid for 24 months, provides for the abolition of EU tariffs on US industrial goods and a 15% US rate on most EU goods.

The United States and Azerbaijan signed a strategic partnership agreement in Baku, providing for economic and security cooperation. The document paves the way for expanding American influence in the South Caucasus and strengthening regional stability.

The United Nations is awaiting a decision on the payment of almost $4 billion in debt by the United States. The UN Secretary-General warned of a possible financial collapse if member states do not pay their contributions.

American TV channel Newsmax has signed a licensing agreement to launch Newsmax Ukraine in spring 2026. The channel will produce its own news and retransmit Newsmax content.

EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas stated that the people who booed US Vice President J. D. Vance at the Winter Olympics showed "European pride." This occurred after a series of critical remarks about Europe from American officials.

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.

The United States will transfer command of NATO's Joint Forces in Naples and Norfolk to European officers. This move aligns with US President Donald Trump's demands for greater responsibility of European countries for their own security.

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio will visit Hungary and Slovakia next week. The visit comes after Donald Trump endorsed Viktor Orban, who is trailing in the polls ahead of the elections.