June 19, 02:04 PM • 31027 viewsJune 18, 07:46 AM • 45790 viewsJune 17, 12:22 PM • 54664 viewsJune 17, 10:52 AM • 56309 viewsJune 17, 07:52 AM • 62893 viewsPresident of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy leaves the White House early after an argument with Donald Trump in the Oval Office. A joint press conference was canceled after the conflict over security guarantees for Ukraine. Washington and Kyiv have not signed an agreement on minerals.
During a meeting in the Oval Office, Trump and Zelenskyy had a dispute over US involvement in peace talks. Trump said that Zelenskyy did not respect the United States and could return when he was ready for peace.
During a meeting at the White House, Zelenskyy showed Trump photos of Ukrainian prisoners of war after their Russian capture. The President said that the prisoners returned weighing only 50 kg and with their health significantly compromised.
Trump and Zelenskyy meet at the White House to sign the mining agreement. The US President called the agreement “fair” and emphasized the importance of US commitments.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy arrives at the White House for a meeting with US President Donald Trump. The two leaders shook hands near the West Wing and posed for photos.
A detailed schedule of the meeting between the presidents of Ukraine and the United States at the White House has been released. The main purpose of the visit is to conclude an agreement on mining.
The French President called on Europeans to become more united and stronger. Macron stressed the need for profound changes in the technological, industrial and defense spheres.
A federal judge has ruled that the Office of Personnel Management's actions regarding mass layoffs of federal employees are illegal. The judge ruled that OPM does not have the authority to fire employees of other agencies.
The United States is imposing additional duties on imports from Mexico, Canada (25%) and China (10%) due to the fentanyl problem. The new tariffs will take effect on March 4 amid a crisis that claimed more than 72,000 lives in 2023.
The British Prime Minister announced a meeting with 18 countries on March 2 to discuss Ukraine and security. Britain is ready to play a key role in securing a deal with Ukraine and strengthening Europe's defense sector.
US President Trump says the main goal is to reach an agreement between Ukraine and Russia to end the war. He avoids the term “security guarantees” and emphasizes the importance of the first phase of negotiations.
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced his readiness to provide military support to Ukraine to ensure a peace agreement. He emphasized the importance of cooperation with allies and the inadmissibility of rewarding the aggressor.
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer met with US President Donald Trump to discuss important issues. The leaders plan to discuss the situation in Ukraine, Russia, trade, and have a joint lunch.
The United States expects to receive $20 billion from a deal with Ukraine on rare earth minerals. Zelenskiy refuses to sign a new deal without expanded security guarantees for Ukraine.
The US FAA plans to use the Starlink system to modernize air traffic control networks. Musk's company has already installed equipment in two FAA facilities and is bidding for a $2 billion contract.
White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles meets with Republicans to discuss cuts to the Musk-led Government Performance and Results Administration. Senators demand more transparency about changes in federal agencies.
The White House has banned Reuters, HuffPost and Der Tagesspiegel journalists from attending a US Cabinet meeting. Media outlets demand that the obstruction of the free press be stopped.
The Ukrainian and American sides are preparing to sign an agreement on minerals. The document provides for the creation of an investment fund for the reconstruction of Ukraine and will be linked to security guarantees.
The US President announced a meeting with Volodymyr Zelenskyy on February 28 to sign an agreement on natural resources. The document does not provide for Ukraine's debt obligations to the United States.
The Trump administration plans to independently select media outlets for the presidential press pool instead of the Correspondents' Association. The Associated Press has already been denied access to the Oval Office and Air Force One.
On February 26, the world celebrates Thermos Day, Pink Shirt Day, Pistachio Day, Slow Day, and Good Deeds Day. Each holiday has its own unique history and social significance.
The US President intends to cancel the EB-5 program and introduce a fixed fee for a “golden card”. Trump confirmed that Russian oligarchs will also be able to take advantage of the new citizenship scheme.
The US President said that European countries should take the lead in providing military assistance to Ukraine. According to him, this also applies to air defense systems.
The US president has no objection to Zelenskyy's visit to Washington on Friday, February 28. Trump also announced progress on the minerals deal.
The President of Ukraine plans to meet with Trump on February 28, 2025, to sign a mining agreement. The visit was initiated by the White House after both sides agreed on the draft agreement.
The Ukrainian Cabinet of Ministers is preparing to recommend the signing of a joint mining agreement with the USA. The White House sees this as a step towards a ceasefire with Russia despite the lack of direct security guarantees.
Elon Musk, the head of DOGE, will attend a meeting of the US Cabinet of Ministers on February 26 to discuss the department's activities. The meeting will take place against the backdrop of massive layoffs of civil servants and a conflict with officials.
More than a million US federal employees have submitted reports on their work at the request of Elon Musk. Some agencies ignored the directive, and the White House said that personnel decisions were left to the departments.
Kiev is ready to sign an agreement with the USA on joint development of mineral resources after revising the terms. The USA has waived its claim for the right to $500bn of potential revenue, now 50% of the profit will be invested in Ukrainian projects.
After returning from Washington, President Macron held talks with the Ukrainian president and the British prime minister. The two leaders discussed how to achieve a lasting peace in Ukraine.
