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The head of the Pentagon canceled more than $580 million in grants and contracts that are considered wasteful spending. Among the cancellations is the development of personnel software.
Elon Musk has threatened Pentagon officials with responsibility for leaking information about his access to classified data regarding US plans in the event of a conflict with China. Musk warned that those responsible would be found.
The Ukrainian and American teams are working on a framework agreement on minerals. The US has decided to hold additional consultations on this agreement.
The court blocked Musk's access to US social security data. The Trump administration threatens to stop payments if DOGE does not get access to confidential information.
According to the NYT, the Pentagon planned to inform Elon Musk about plans for a war with China. Trump and the Pentagon leadership denied this information, calling it fake.
The British Prime Minister discussed sending Typhoon fighter jets to Ukraine to cover troops in case they are deployed. This is due to uncertainty about US support.
The President of Lithuania has stated his readiness to send troops to Ukraine as part of a peacekeeping mission. The condition is a ceasefire and support from other European countries.
Donald Trump has promised up to 20 years in prison for those involved in Tesla vandalism. The US Attorney General called the Tesla arson domestic terrorism.
Donald Trump has invoked a wartime law to increase US mineral production. This is being done to reduce dependence on China and boost the domestic mining industry.
The Trump administration is seeking new terms for US access to Ukraine's strategic resources, including nuclear power plants. Ukrainian officials are concerned about possible pressure for unfavorable terms.
The Kremlin is trying to interest the US in economic cooperation in order to obtain favorable concessions in ending the war in Ukraine. Russia is proposing the development of rare earth mineral deposits.
Polish Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski said that trust in the US depends on Trump's decision regarding Ukraine. He also recalled Russia's defeats in past wars.
Donald Trump signed an executive order to liquidate the US Department of Education. According to Trump, the decision has been in the works for a long time, and even the Democrats know that it is the right one.
The representative of the Russian Foreign Ministry, Zakharova, stated that Ukraine disrupted peace initiatives by attacking an oil depot in the Krasnodar Territory. According to her, the truce has already been violated by the "Kyiv regime".
Kit Kellogg explained that Trump's conversation with Putin lasted longer because of the translator, and Zelensky spoke English. Trump stated that he spoke with both for reconciliation.
Donald Trump announced the signing of an agreement with Ukraine on rare earth minerals. He expressed optimism about ending the war, mentioning conversations with Putin and Zelensky.
The Trump administration is planning to organize indirect negotiations between Ukraine and Russia in Saudi Arabia. The goal is to clarify the conditions of each side for ending the war.
The Trump administration accuses Hamas of escalating violence. Militants chose war instead of a truce and the release of hostages, which led to the resumption of hostilities.
President Zelensky stated that the United States does not support Ukraine's accession to NATO. He considers it a great gift for Russia, as the topic of negotiations is removed.
The US is studying declassified documents about the assassination of John F. Kennedy. They show how the CIA tracked Lee Harvey Oswald before the assassination, but do not fully reveal the mystery.
EU leaders are discussing the appointment of a person responsible for peace negotiations, but no decision has been made yet. Against the background of the US efforts to negotiate, the EU will continue to support Ukraine.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that he did not discuss the issue of Crimea with Donald Trump. He emphasized that Crimea is a Ukrainian peninsula, a unique nature and an integral part of Ukraine.
Zelenskyy stated that all Ukrainian nuclear power plants are owned by the people. He added that the issue of ownership of the Zaporizhzhia NPP was not discussed with Trump, but it is open for investment.
Poroshenko's statements contradict his actions and play into Putin's hands, promoting Russian narratives about the undemocratic nature of the Ukrainian government, the expert believes.
The European Union has postponed the introduction of tariffs on American goods in response to Trump's tariffs until mid-April 2025. This will allow time for negotiations and possible adjustments to the list of goods.
EU leaders discussed the situation in Ukraine and US-led negotiations with Zelensky. They agreed that there are currently no real negotiations.
New Prime Minister Mark Carney has announced elections for April 28 following Trudeau's resignation. The rise to power comes amid political challenges and threats from the United States.
EU leaders expect the Hungarian Prime Minister to repeat his attempt to block support for Ukraine. Other leaders are ready to make decisions on behalf of a group of 26 countries.
Canada seeks closer cooperation with the EU in the defense industry. This comes amid increasing pressure from the US and concerns about economic coercion.
U. S. intelligence denies claims by Trump and Putin about the encirclement of Ukrainian troops in the Kursk region. Although positions have been lost, there is no complete encirclement, despite pressure from Russian troops.