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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy asked Donald Trump for Tomahawk missiles to pressure Putin. Trump agreed to consider the proposal, which had previously been rejected by Biden.
European officials fear that US President Donald Trump's new rhetoric on Ukraine is aimed at shifting blame to Europe. Trump is calling on the EU for tougher sanctions against Russia and tariffs on China and India, which Europeans consider unfeasible.
US President Donald Trump replaced Joe Biden's portrait in the presidential hall of fame with a photo of a device that automatically signs Biden's name. This happened after Trump's order to investigate Biden's use of an autopen for official documents due to doubts about his cognitive state.
The CEO of "Ukrzaliznytsia", Oleksandr Pertsovskyi, reported that Russia has been systematically attacking Ukrainian railway tracks since summer, using new tactics with long-range kamikaze drones. This leads to train traffic disruptions for 6-12 hours and increased diesel fuel costs.
YouTube is lifting bans on channels for COVID-19 misinformation and the 2020 elections. The company cites pressure from the Biden administration and a change in its free speech policy.
Actress Angelina Jolie stated that she does not recognize the US due to political instability and called anything that restricts freedom of speech dangerous. She expressed her opinion during the presentation of the film "Couture" in Spain.
The Chief of Staff of the Armed Forces of the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan stated that Afghanistan is a fully independent country. Donald Trump had previously demanded that the Afghan authorities return Bagram base to US control.
Donald Trump stated that the airbase was allegedly "built by Americans," although in reality, it was built in the 1950s and used by Soviet troops.
This summer, Donald Trump refused to provide $400 million in military aid to Taiwan, attempting to use the decision to achieve a trade agreement with China and a possible summit with Chinese leader Xi Jinping. This decision, which could still be reversed, marked a sharp change in Washington's policy toward the self-governing island.
Donald Trump said that EU and NATO countries should immediately stop buying Russian oil, as it is "unfair" to the United States. He also claims that the US has spent $350 billion on the Russian-Ukrainian war, and that he has stopped seven wars.
Technology company Oracle may join a consortium of firms that will allow TikTok to operate in the US. The final decision will be made by US President Trump and China's Xi Jinping this week.
Russian drones massively violated Poland's airspace, which could be a challenge for NATO. The expert predicts a new wave of IPSO from Russia, aimed at discrediting Ukraine.
The Trump administration unilaterally terminated memoranda of understanding, ending cooperation with European countries in combating disinformation from Russia, China, and Iran. This decision has been called "unilateral disarmament" in the information war.
Billionaire Elon Musk received an invitation to a summit of technology leaders at the White House, but does not plan to attend. His representative will be present at the event, where other well-known tech giants are expected.
Former US President Joe Biden underwent Mohs surgery to remove cancerous skin lesions. The procedure took place after the 82-year-old politician was diagnosed with prostate cancer.
Donald Trump officially stated that the headquarters of the US Space Forces will move to Huntsville, Alabama. He noted that he had planned this during his first term, but the Biden administration placed it in Colorado.
US Ambassador to NATO Matthew Whitaker stated that the United States provides Ukraine with weapons that allow striking more distant targets on Russian territory. He also noted that American weapons are not paid for by US taxpayers, and the US is negotiating with Russia.
Donald Trump is disappointed with Zelenskyy and European leaders, considering their demands unrealistic. He believes that Ukraine must lose part of its territory to end the conflict.
The US Department of the Treasury has extended until September 2026 the permit for the import of certain Russian diamonds, adopted in 2024. The license allows the import of diamonds that were physically outside the Russian Federation before import and were not exported from Russia after certain dates.
ExxonMobil is holding closed-door negotiations with Rosneft regarding the resumption of development of Sakhalin-1, subject to permission from the US and Russian governments. Negotiations intensified after Trump's inauguration, and the company received support from the US government.
Serhiy Leshchenko, advisor to the Head of the Presidential Office, commented on the statement by US Vice President J. D. Vance about the possible end of the war in six months. Leshchenko emphasized that without a ceasefire and stabilization at the front, it is impossible to predict timelines, as the situation is constantly changing.
US Vice President JD Vance reacted to the Russian strike on an American plant in Mukachevo, stating that the administration does not like the actions of the Russians, but Washington seeks peace. He also criticized former President Joe Biden for inaction in ending the war.
The Pentagon blocked Ukraine from using ATACMS missiles for strikes on Russia. This restriction was in effect since late spring, preventing Kyiv from using powerful weapons.
US President Donald Trump expressed concern about events in Ukraine, expecting the situation to be resolved within two weeks. Earlier, a high-ranking official of his administration suggested that Ukraine would have to accept a peace agreement on Moscow's terms.
A senior Trump administration official said that to end the war, Ukraine would likely have to accept a peace deal largely shaped on Moscow's terms. Trump also criticized Joe Biden's approach to the war in Ukraine.
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban appealed to Donald Trump for help regarding the shelling of the "Druzhba" oil pipeline by Ukrainians. Trump responded that he was "very angry" and advised Orban to talk to Slovakia.
US President Donald Trump suggests Ukraine should go on the offensive, which is a notable change in rhetoric. This comes amid a pause in peace talks.
Donald Trump criticized Joe Biden's policy on the war in Ukraine, stating that Ukraine was not allowed to attack the occupying country. He compared it to a sports team without an offense, arguing that it's impossible to win that way.
India and Russia intend to increase trade to $100 billion in five years. This is a response to trade pressure from the United States.
Actor Mark Hamill considered moving to London or Ireland after Donald Trump's re-election as US president. His wife convinced him to stay in the country, noting that he should not let Trump drive him out of his own country.