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The Presidential Administration continues to work on the agreement on rare earth minerals with the United States. Ukraine insists on a fair distribution of profits and security guarantees under the agreement.
US natural gas futures hit their highest level in two years due to harsh winter conditions. The freezing of gas wells and record LNG exports led to a 29% increase in prices over the week.
Elon Musk accused Biden of deliberately leaving astronauts on the ISS for political reasons. Danish astronaut Mogensen denied Musk's statements, recalling the existing plan to return the crew with the Crew-9 mission.
George Clooney criticized the Trump administration and the political climate in the United States, comparing it to a “baby on the highway. ” The actor also discussed his Broadway debut in Good Night and Good Luck and commented on the Biden administration.
Steve Witkoff, Trump's Middle East envoy, spoke about the development of a “friendship” with Putin. The statement was made after a secret trip to Moscow to release American citizen Mark Fogel.
Republican senators introduced a bill to terminate the US membership in the UN and its funding. The initiators criticize the UN as a platform for attacks on the United States.
Writer Stephen King resumed his activity on social network X after a three-month break. In his return, he harshly criticized Donald Trump and Elon Musk, calling them traitors and Putin lovers.
A federal judge says the Trump administration continues to withhold foreign aid in defiance of a court order. USAID and the State Department are not resuming payments under $60 billion worth of programs.
China avoids active participation in the settlement of the war in Ukraine, focusing on economic interests. Beijing does not want to risk its relations with Russia and wants to avoid a trade war with the United States.
Representatives of the USA and Russia are meeting informally in Switzerland to discuss the war in Ukraine. The meetings are taking place with the participation of individuals with diplomatic experience, although their official status remains unclear.
U. S. Secretary of State Rubio said that Trump's meeting with putin depends on progress in ending the war in Ukraine. The United States is consulting with partners and wants to understand russia's real intentions for peace.
The French president supported Zelenskyy in response to Trump's statements, emphasizing his democratic election. Macron emphasized the difference between a legitimate Ukrainian leader and putin, who manipulated the election.
Donald Trump reiterated the topic of Canada joining the United States as the 51st state, commenting on the incident with the whistling of the American anthem. He also called Justin Trudeau “Governor” and praised his work.
Trump invited Japan to join a project to produce and export LNG from Alaska. The initiative is aimed at diversifying Japan's energy supply and improving the trade balance between the two countries.
At the G20 summit, China supported Trump's proposal to negotiate with the aggressor over the war in Ukraine without Kyiv's participation. US allies opposed this format and consolidated around Zelenskyy.
Kesh Patel was confirmed as FBI Director by a narrow 51-49 margin in the Senate. The appointment comes amidst a sweeping change in the bureau since Trump's return to the White House.
The Trump administration handed Ukraine an “improved” version of the minerals agreement after Zelenskyy rejected the first proposal. The previous version provided for the transfer of 50% of Ukraine's future mineral resources to the United States.
The French president called Russia a dangerous and imperialist military power. Macron emphasized that no one could deny Ukraine's right to join the EU and NATO.
US presidential adviser Mike Waltz says Trump is disappointed with Zelenskiy's refusal to sign the rare earths deal. The US offers long-term investments in Ukraine for its security and prosperity.
The French president plans to meet with Trump in Washington and discuss his position on Russia. Macron intends to warn the American leader against showing weakness to Putin.
French President Emmanuel Macron announced the upcoming conversation with Vladimir Zelensky at 21:00. The conversation will take place against the backdrop of Donald Trump's recent harsh remarks about the Ukrainian leader.
The French President stated the need to increase Europe's military efforts due to changing US priorities. Macron emphasized the importance of reviewing budgetary decisions in the new era.
In Boston, about 1000 people held a snow march in sub-zero temperatures. Protesters in Florida and California opposed Trump's policies and the appointment of Musk as head of DOGE.
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte called on the allies to increase defense spending to 2% of GDP by next summer. He hinted that if they refused, they might get a call from a “nice person in Washington” with stricter demands.
Rapper Kanye West said he is “not a Nazi” after a series of anti-Semitic posts on social media. He had previously published controversial posts and sold swastika T-shirts on his website.
Michael Volz said that it is possible to reconcile between Trump and Zelensky, despite recent criticism. The adviser emphasized active “shuttle diplomacy” between the countries to reach a peace agreement.
Lula da Silva criticized Trump for his statements about world leaders and claims to world domination. The Brazilian president called on the United States to respect the sovereignty of other countries and stop protectionism.
The US Treasury Secretary announces the possibility of easing sanctions against Russia if the war is negotiated.
A meeting of G20 foreign ministers begins in Johannesburg to discuss global trade and the situation in Ukraine. U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio declined to participate, but Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov is in attendance.
The United States opposes the wording “Russian aggression” in the new G7 communiqué on the anniversary of the invasion of Ukraine. The Trump administration insists on softening the wording and describing the war as a “conflict in Ukraine.