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The Trump administration is preparing to report on its first 100 days. Plans include trade deals, peace talks and changes to immigration policy. Critics point to rights violations and alienation of allies.
The DOGE Department claimed savings of $160 billion for the U. S. government. Analysis showed the department's actions cost taxpayers $135 billion through staff reductions and more.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer in the Vatican. A meeting with Emmanuel Macron in Rome is also reported.
The leaders held a private meeting in St. Peter's Basilica, calling it "very productive." Another meeting is planned.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and US President Donald Trump will hold a second meeting. They have already met privately, and this meeting was called "very productive."
Andriy Yermak published a photo of the meeting between Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Donald Trump in Rome. Both leaders are there for the funeral of Pope Francis.
Presidents Trump and Zelenskyy held a private meeting during which a very productive discussion took place. Details of the meeting will be released later, the White House said.
Trump's trade policy is destabilizing the global economy. His statements on deals and tariffs are contradictory, and negotiations with China are in question, which causes uncertainty and risks of recession.
US President Donald Trump says Chinese leader Xi Jinping called him about tariffs. Trump added that deals with the US will be completed in three to four weeks.
Today, Rome is hosting delegations from all over the world for the funeral of Pope Francis. More than 130 high-ranking officials are expected, including heads of state, members of royal families and government officials.
Donald Trump signed an executive order on mining on the shelf and the ocean floor. This should reduce US dependence on imports of rare earth elements and create new jobs.
The Trump administration has decided to cut funding for Ukraine's cybersecurity programs. This could weaken the country's defenses and make it an easy target for Russian hackers.
Former British Prime Minister Boris Johnson criticized Trump's peace proposals, pointing to the US interest in Ukraine's resources. He questions what Ukraine will get after its heroic resistance.
Nina Scheer believes that the lifting of US sanctions on Nord Stream 2 AG would be in accordance with international law. This will encourage diplomatic paths to peace and an end to the war against Ukraine.
The NATO Secretary General stated that European allies are united in the opinion that Russia poses a long-term threat. He also added that for the Russian Federation "something is on the table" regarding a peace agreement with Ukraine.
Pete Hegset installed Signal on a computer in a secure room at the Pentagon. This allowed him to communicate with individuals outside the military headquarters, bypassing communication restrictions.
Prosecutors from 12 Democratic states are challenging the legality of Trump's tariff program, arguing that it undermines the authority of Congress. The White House accuses them of a "witch hunt."
The Biden administration is considering lifting sanctions against Nord Stream 2 and other Russian assets in Europe. This could be part of negotiations to end the war.
Donald Trump believes that Russia is ready for a deal. Negotiations with the Ukrainian leader, according to him, turned out to be more difficult than expected.
Donald Trump did not answer whether the White House would recognize Crimea as Russian for a peace agreement between Ukraine and the Russian Federation. He stated that he wants an end to the war and has no favorites.
The US administration is considering reducing tariffs on Chinese goods, possibly by 50-65%. The final decision has not yet been made, but a multi-level approach is being considered.
Trump believes that Zelensky is making mistakes in negotiations with Russia. He is disappointed and wants peace, but this requires both parties.
Beijing denies allegations of a laboratory leak of the virus and calls on the United States to focus on scientific research. China insists on conducting an investigation into the origin of COVID-19 in the United States.
Bitcoin rose nearly 7% amid investor optimism. Despite the price jump, blockchain data indicates fragility beneath the surface, analysts warn.
Donald Trump will pay a three-day visit to Saudi Arabia, Qatar and the UAE from May 13 to 16. Before that, he will visit Rome for the funeral of Pope Francis.
Dmitry Peskov reacted to the Financial Times article that Putin had offered to stop the war in Ukraine along the current front line, calling it a fake. He called for listening only to primary sources.
The United States continues to insist on ending the war in Ukraine. Trump is disappointed in both sides of the conflict and wants to stop the killings, as stated in the White House.
Donald Trump has officially confirmed that he will visit Pope Francis' funeral in Rome with Melania. The Pope died on April 21 at the age of 88, the funeral will last nine days.
US President Donald Trump has ordered the American flag to be lowered at the White House in honor of the late Pope Francis. Funeral arrangements will last nine days.
According to media reports, the White House is looking for a replacement for the head of the Pentagon due to accusations of disclosing details of the attack on the Houthis to close associates. The White House called this "fake news", stating that the president fully supports Pete Hegseth.