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The British Prime Minister and the French President conveyed to Trump that Putin cannot be trusted. They convinced him to reduce pressure on Zelensky and direct anger at Putin.
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US Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated that the agreement with Kyiv on the creation of an Investment Fund for Reconstruction is a step towards ending the war. According to him, the document was adopted thanks to the leadership of Donald Trump.
Ukraine and the USA have created an investment fund that will attract Western investments. The agreement envisages an equal partnership and the absence of Ukraine's debt obligations.
According to Yulia Svyrydenko, Ukraine and the USA are creating a Fund that will attract investments into the country. The agreement envisages equality, Ukrainian control over resources, and the absence of debt obligations.
The European Union is developing an alternative plan to maintain sanctions against the Russian Federation if the United States makes concessions to Russia regarding Ukraine. Brussels seeks to maintain the unity of EU member states on this issue.
The government of Ukraine has approved a decision to sign an agreement with the United States on the establishment of an Investment Fund for Reconstruction. The fund will attract resources for the reconstruction and economic growth of Ukraine.
Despite Trump's claims of a successful start to his presidency, the US economy is showing a decline in GDP, rising unemployment and falling confidence. Trump's trade war and tariffs have led to uncertainty.
The US Treasury Secretary has stated his readiness to sign a mineral agreement with Ukraine. According to Bessent, "last-minute" changes were made to the agreement.
At a cabinet meeting, Trump called Hegseth the "least controversial person. " Earlier, Hegseth discussed military plans in a Signal chat where his wife and brother were present.
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Donald Trump said that China's economy is currently doing very poorly due to the 145% tariffs he imposed. According to Trump, the United States will reach an agreement with China on tariffs.
The Russian dictator stated that some French citizens are fighting on the side of Russia against Ukraine. They named their unit after their grandfathers and great-grandfathers "Normandie-Niemen".
The US is ready to sign a mineral supply agreement with Ukraine on Wednesday, but the Ukrainian side is trying to revise some of the terms regarding transparency and accountability.
"Rosatom" stated that they are ready to discuss the presence of the USA in the Zaporizhzhia NPP, but under the conditions of a "political decision". Earlier, information appeared that the USA is considering the neutral status of the ZNPP.
Microsoft will defend the interests of cloud service consumers in the EU and resist government overreach. The company is ready to sue if ordered to suspend its cloud business.
Ukraine has taken steps towards a 30-day ceasefire. The US is waiting for concrete steps from Russia, otherwise there will be sanctions. Trump hinted at additional sanctions against Russia.
Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal announced that consultations on the ratification of the agreement with the USA on subsoil will begin in the Verkhovna Rada. After ratification, the agreement will enter into force.
Peskov said that Putin is allegedly open to negotiations on peace in Ukraine and confirmed his readiness for direct negotiations without preconditions. However, according to him, "the settlement process is complex".
In the Lviv region, a businessman was detained for organizing the illegal border crossing for draft evaders. For $9,000, he promised a transfer through the forests of Transcarpathia to the European Union.
Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal announced the preparation for signing an agreement with the United States regarding minerals. The agreement will contribute to the development and restoration of Ukraine through investments.
Refat Chubarov stated that the main efforts of the Mejlis are aimed at protecting the sovereignty of Ukraine and the speedy liberation of Crimea. Also, the Mejlis controls the preservation of the language and culture of the Crimean Tatars.
Rome will host talks between Iran and European countries on a new nuclear deal to replace the 2015 agreement. Iran is ready for dialogue, despite criticism of its previous policies.
Gas consumption in the EU has fallen by 20% since 2021, which has allowed to reduce gas imports, and the bloc will be able to meet demand without additional infrastructure or imports.
North Korea conducted a test launch of a supersonic cruise missile from the new destroyer "Choe Hyun". Kim Jong-un emphasized the importance of creating an aggressive defense system.
China is ready to cooperate with the international community to reach a consensus on a political settlement of the war in Ukraine. The Chinese Foreign Ministry assured that it seeks to promote the peaceful settlement of all disputes.
National Security Advisor Waltz stated that the US can no longer subsidize European security due to the large debt. Aid to Ukraine should be provided under the leadership of Europe.
The escalation of the conflict between India and Pakistan is now more beneficial for Ukraine than in 2022, when dependence on the United States was greater. The expert believes that this may lead to a fall in oil prices, which will hit Russia.
Overnight, Russia launched over 100 drones. In Kharkiv, over 45 were injured, and in Dnipro, 1 person was killed. Zelenskyy called for increased pressure on Russia and the provision of air defense systems to Ukraine.
The American and Ukrainian delegations agreed on a list of 22 actions that could form the basis for agreements on the settlement of the war. Ukraine is ready to work on the points, it is Russia's turn.