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Pamela Hemphill, 71, refused to grant Trump a pardon for her participation in the January 6 events. She said it would insult the Capitol Police and the rule of law.

Donald Trump discovered a letter from Joe Biden in the Oval Office dated January 20, 2025. In the message, Biden wished Trump success and prosperity for the country in the next four years.

The President of Ukraine met with the Prime Ministers of Sweden, Croatia and the Netherlands on the sidelines of the World Economic Forum. They discussed military assistance, investments in the defense industry, and humanitarian demining.

The President of Ukraine said that fair negotiations are possible only after the withdrawal of Russian troops to the line on February 24. Zelenskyy is also seeking security guarantees from the United States before possible negotiations.

The Ukrainian president said that Xi Jinping is able to push Putin to peace because of Russia's economic dependence on China. Zelenskyy also emphasized Trump's important role in ending the war.

The President of Ukraine expects the United States to provide reliable security guarantees before possible negotiations with Russia. Zelenskyy emphasized the importance of Ukraine's participation in any negotiations on its future.

Sturla's Olympic champion Holm Legreid organizes an auction of bibs to help Ukrainian children. The IBU does not yet allow Russian athletes in neutral status, unlike other federations.

Donald Trump called on Russia to conclude a peace agreement with Ukraine. He warned of tougher sanctions and tariffs against Moscow if the war continues.

The EU is facing a new confrontation over Orban's refusal to sign the extension of sanctions against Russia. The Hungarian prime minister criticizes the sanctions regime and calls for the resumption of relations with Russia without restrictions.

Several states have challenged one of Donald Trump's first executive orders in court.

Brent and WTI crude oil fell by 0. 5-0.6% after Trump's statements about the energy emergency and plans to increase production. Investors are also concerned about the possible imposition of tariffs on imports from Canada and Mexico.

The President of Ukraine said that Putin can only be talked to from a position of strength, not as an equal. Zelenskyy emphasized that any negotiations without Ukraine's participation would lead to a loss.

The teams of the presidents of Ukraine and the United States are working to organize a meeting between Zelenskyy and Trump. A specific date for the meeting has not yet been set, but negotiations are ongoing.

Trump has tasked Lieutenant General Kellogg with ending the war in Ukraine within 100 days. This is seen as an initial step in peace negotiations that Trump plans to personally oversee.

Trump announced his readiness to conclude a deal to sell TikTok, where half of it would be owned by the United States. Potential buyers include Elon Musk, Larry Ellison, and other American investors.

The leaders of Russia and China discussed deepening cooperation in the political, economic and energy spheres. Putin's aide said they discussed the war in Ukraine and relations with the United States, although this was not mentioned in the official press release.

Donald Trump has announced a full pardon for Ross Ulbricht, the founder of the Silk Road underground online platform. Ulbricht was serving a life sentence for organizing drug trafficking worth more than $200 million.

Donald Trump has signed an executive order canceling Biden's plan for 50% of electric vehicle sales by 2030. The president also stops funding $5 billion worth of charging stations and plans to cancel tax incentives for electric cars.

OpenAI, SoftBank, and Oracle are teaming up to develop a large-scale artificial intelligence infrastructure in the United States. The project will create 100 thousand jobs and receive an immediate investment of $100 billion from SoftBank.

US President Donald Trump called on Putin to end the war in Ukraine because of Russia's significant losses. Trump announced plans to meet with Putin and noted that Zelenskyy was ready for a deal under certain conditions.

The SEC, under Trump's leadership, is forming a cryptocurrency working group to develop a clear regulatory framework. The initiative is aimed at ensuring transparency of the $3.7 trillion cryptocurrency market.

Donald Trump reversed Biden's recent decision to remove Cuba from the list of state sponsors of terrorism. Biden's decision was part of a deal with the Catholic Church to release 553 political prisoners.

House Speaker Mike Johnson and other GOP leaders will meet with Trump at the White House.

Canadian Prime Minister Trudeau said that Canada's “golden age of America” requires Canadian resources, not new tariffs. He warned of retaliatory measures if the US imposes restrictions on Canadian imports.

Claudia Sheinbaum said she does not recognize Trump's executive order renaming the Gulf of Mexico. The Mexican President also commented on other US decrees on migration policy.

At the Washington National Cathedral, Rev. Marianne Edgar Budde made a plea for mercy to President Trump. She called for protection of the rights of LGBTQ people and migrants who are now in fear.

The German Chancellor commented on Elon Musk's gesture at Trump's rally, emphasizing his rejection of extreme right-wing positions. Musk later said he was tired of accusations of Nazism.

Trump demands that 50% of TikTok be transferred to American companies to continue the app's operation in the United States. If China refuses, the president is ready to impose tariffs of up to 100% on Chinese imports.

The President of Ukraine supports Trump's idea to end the war in 2025, but emphasizes a fair solution. Zelenskyy hopes for Europe's support in conveying the truth to the American president.

The President of Ukraine called on Europe to abandon Russian gas and strengthen its energy independence. He also emphasized the importance of the EU's technological development and strengthening the continent's security.