U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio discussed with Vatican officials the possibility of the Vatican hosting Russia-Ukraine peace talks. The Vatican, under Pope Leo XIV, has repeatedly offered its services as a neutral venue. Rubio acknowledged the Vatican's potential role, highlighting its past successes in mediation. While...
Donald Trump announced plans to call Vladimir Putin and Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Monday to mediate an end to the Russia-Ukraine war. Trump aims to broker a ceasefire, citing a high weekly death toll among soldiers. This follows a failed meeting between Zelenskyy and a low-level Russian delegation in...
A Republican-backed reconciliation bill, championed by Donald Trump, proposes significant Medicaid cuts totaling $880 billion. These cuts, opposed by 76% of the public, aim to reduce enrollment through increased bureaucratic hurdles and work requirements, potentially impacting 10.3 million Americans. Republicans argue the cuts target able-bodied adults, while Democrats...
Former US President Donald Trump announced plans to call Russian President Vladimir Putin on Monday at 10:00 EDT (14:00 GMT) to discuss ending the war in Ukraine. Trump aims to halt the ongoing conflict, stating the call's purpose is to stop the 'bloodbath'. Following his conversation with Putin, Trump...
Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei accused former US President Trump of using power for violence, not peace, citing actions in Gaza and elsewhere. Khamenei reiterated threats against Israel, calling for its removal. Despite the harsh rhetoric, Iran and the US are negotiating a new nuclear deal. ...
Donald Trump announced he will speak with Vladimir Putin on Monday to discuss ending the Ukraine conflict, aiming to stop the high death toll among soldiers. This follows a recent, unproductive meeting between Russian and Ukrainian officials that resulted in a prisoner exchange but no ceasefire. Trump plans subsequent...
Colombia has applied to join the China-led New Development Bank, signifying a shift in Latin American relations away from the U.S. President Gustavo Petro's visit to China included a meeting with the bank's head, Dilma Rousseff, and a commitment to purchase $512 million in shares. This move, following...
Maryland Governor Wes Moore vetoed 23 bills, including a highly publicized reparations study commission bill and legislation examining data center impacts. The vetoes sparked swift, angry reactions from lawmakers, who plan to pursue overrides. Moore's decision, particularly concerning the reparations bill, drew criticism from the Legislative Black Caucus,...
President Trump concluded a Middle Eastern trip focused on dealmaking, announcing new investment agreements and lifting sanctions on Syria, meeting with its leader. While achieving some economic goals, major breakthroughs on the Ukraine conflict, Israel-Hamas situation, and Iran nuclear talks remained elusive. Despite the lack of progress on...
The UK hosts its first EU summit since Brexit, aiming to improve relations and the existing trade agreement. While no major new deal is expected, the summit, held at Lancaster House with a warship as a lunch venue, seeks to address issues like security cooperation, administrative burdens for farmers,...
