Trump said he believes in Putin's desire for peace, despite Russia's attacks on Kyiv. The US insists on Ukraine's right to have an army in a peace agreement.
The Mejlis of the Crimean Tatar people condemned any attempts to recognize Crimea as Russian, emphasizing that this is a gross violation of international law and an encroachment on the sovereignty of Ukraine. The only way to peace is de-occupation.
French luxury brand Louis Vuitton has raised prices in the US by approximately 4% due to the recent imposition of a 10% tariff on imports. Analysts expect other brands to follow suit.
The German government has confirmed that the country's economy is facing serious problems, forecasting zero GDP growth in 2025. The reason is the impact of US trade wars on exports.
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte will urge the Trump administration not to impose a peace agreement on Ukraine that would appease Putin. He will stress that this will increase the threat to Europe.
The President of South Africa stated that possible territorial concessions from Ukraine are a prerequisite for peace. However, the main thing is Ukraine's desire for an immediate ceasefire to start negotiations.
Hundreds of thousands of Ukrainians who have found refuge in the United States under Biden's program now fear deportation due to Trump's potential immigration policies, raising concerns among refugees.
Donald Trump has reacted to Russia's massive missile attack on Ukraine, urging Vladimir Putin to stop the attacks and reach a peace agreement. Trump emphasized the heavy losses on both sides.
Ukraine supported the Trump team's ceasefire initiative during meetings in Saudi Arabia. Zelenskyy stated that Russia refused to comply with these conditions.
Trump's approval rating has fallen from 52% to 45% in the first three months. The drop is driven by declining support among independent voters and concerns about tariffs.
South African President Ramaphosa reported on a conversation with Trump regarding the peace process in Ukraine. They agreed to meet to discuss relations between the United States and South Africa.
The President of Poland expressed hope for a lasting peace in Ukraine that would stop Russian imperialism. Duda believes that only Trump can force Russia to end the war.
Moscow says that negotiations on the settlement of the war are ongoing, and insist on their conditions. Peskov said that Russia continues to work with the United States in the context of "finding peace."
Trump's actions regarding the possible recognition of Crimea as Russian put European leaders before a difficult choice. They must decide whether to support Ukraine or side with the United States.
The cryptocurrency $TRUMP website offers access to a private dinner with Donald Trump for the top 220 investors. The token is hosted on the Solana blockchain platform.
After Elon Musk's departure from DOGE, Trump's ministers will have more power over the budget and personnel. Tension in the government has been growing due to Musk's powers and criticism of his decisions.
Major cryptocurrencies fell by 5% due to profit-taking. Dogecoin fell the most, Bitcoin is holding at $93,000.
Gold rose after its biggest drop since November, to $3,330 an ounce. Traders are analyzing US signals regarding the trade war with China, which are affecting the market.
Prosecutors from 12 Democratic states are challenging the legality of Trump's tariff program, arguing that it undermines the authority of Congress. The White House accuses them of a "witch hunt."
The Biden administration is considering lifting sanctions against Nord Stream 2 and other Russian assets in Europe. This could be part of negotiations to end the war.
Donald Trump believes that Russia is ready for a deal. Negotiations with the Ukrainian leader, according to him, turned out to be more difficult than expected.
The US is offering Ukraine to recognize Crimea as Russian and allow the occupation of part of the territories in exchange for security guarantees from European countries. Trump seeks a quick ceasefire and the development of relations with Russia.
Donald Trump did not answer whether the White House would recognize Crimea as Russian for a peace agreement between Ukraine and the Russian Federation. He stated that he wants an end to the war and has no favorites.
China is abandoning Boeing aircraft due to the trade war with the United States. The company is actively looking for alternative buyers to reduce losses and restore profits.
The US administration is considering reducing tariffs on Chinese goods, possibly by 50-65%. The final decision has not yet been made, but a multi-level approach is being considered.
Peace talks have reached a dead end. Trump accused Zelensky of rejecting the US plan, which included recognizing Crimea as Russian and abandoning NATO.
The Ukrainian delegation discussed scenarios for ending the war with General Kellogg and agreed on approaches. Strengthening defense capabilities with Britain and support for peace initiatives were also discussed.
Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal met with US Secretary of the Treasury Scott Bessent. He expressed gratitude for the support and sanctions against the Russian Federation. The parties discussed economic partnership, an investment fund, and a free trade zone.
Trump believes that Zelensky is making mistakes in negotiations with Russia. He is disappointed and wants peace, but this requires both parties.
peskov stated that the war would end instantly if Ukraine withdraws its troops from the Luhansk, Donetsk, Kherson and Zaporizhzhia regions. He claims that these regions are part of the Russian Federation.