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Zelenskyy Says He Won’t Sign ‘Bad’ U.S. Deal, Warns Against Russia-Backed Peace Plan
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy rejected U.S. demands to sign a $500 billion minerals agreement as compensation for American military aid, saying he would not commit future generations of Ukrainians to long-term financial obligations. Speaking at a press conference in Kyiv ahead of the third anniversary of Russia's full-scale invasion, Zelenskyy insisted the assistance provided by the U.S. was a grant, not a debt requiring repayment. 
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy rejected U.S. demands to sign a $500 billion minerals agreement as compensation for American military aid, saying he would not commit future generations of Ukrainians to long-term financial obligations. Speaking at a press conference in Kyiv ahead of the third anniversary of Russia's full-scale invasion, Zelenskyy insisted the assistance provided by the U.S. was a grant, not a debt requiring repayment. -
Pope Francis Remains in Critical Condition as Concerns Over Kidney Function Grow
Pope Francis remains in critical condition as he continues treatment for pneumonia and a complex lung infection, the Vatican said Sunday. Medical tests have revealed mild signs of kidney failure, adding to concerns about the 88-year-old pontiff's health as he remains hospitalized at Rome's Gemelli Hospital. 
Pope Francis remains in critical condition as he continues treatment for pneumonia and a complex lung infection, the Vatican said Sunday. Medical tests have revealed mild signs of kidney failure, adding to concerns about the 88-year-old pontiff's health as he remains hospitalized at Rome's Gemelli Hospital. -
Pope Francis in Critical Condition as Vatican Warns of Sepsis Risk
Pope Francis remains in critical condition after suffering a severe asthmatic respiratory crisis that required high-flow oxygen and blood transfusions, the Vatican announced on Saturday. The 88-year-old pontiff, who has been hospitalized for over a week with pneumonia and a complex lung infection, continues to be closely monitored by doctors at Rome's Gemelli Hospital. 
Pope Francis remains in critical condition after suffering a severe asthmatic respiratory crisis that required high-flow oxygen and blood transfusions, the Vatican announced on Saturday. The 88-year-old pontiff, who has been hospitalized for over a week with pneumonia and a complex lung infection, continues to be closely monitored by doctors at Rome's Gemelli Hospital. -
White House Sources Say Zelensky Should Step Down and Flee to France: Reports
The White House has suggested that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky should "leave for France" and allow new leadership to take over in Ukraine, as tensions between Washington and Kyiv escalate amid ongoing Russia peace talks and disputes over critical mineral agreements. 
The White House has suggested that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky should "leave for France" and allow new leadership to take over in Ukraine, as tensions between Washington and Kyiv escalate amid ongoing Russia peace talks and disputes over critical mineral agreements. -
U.S. Threatens to Cut Ukraine’s Starlink Access Over Minerals Dispute
The United States has warned Ukraine that its access to Starlink, the vital satellite internet service operated by SpaceX, could be cut off unless Kyiv agrees to a U.S. proposal granting American companies significant control over Ukraine's critical mineral resources, according to three sources familiar with the discussions. 
The United States has warned Ukraine that its access to Starlink, the vital satellite internet service operated by SpaceX, could be cut off unless Kyiv agrees to a U.S. proposal granting American companies significant control over Ukraine's critical mineral resources, according to three sources familiar with the discussions. -
Ukraine Working on New Potential Deal With U.S. Over Mineral Rights After Rejecting Initial Offer
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's team is in discussions with the United States over a revised agreement that would grant the U.S. a share of revenue from some of Ukraine's most valuable natural resources, according to officials familiar with the matter. The talks come after Zelenskyy rejected an initial proposal from the Trump administration, which sought 50% of Ukraine's earnings from key sectors, including minerals, oil, gas, and ports. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's team is in discussions with the United States over a revised agreement that would grant the U.S. a share of revenue from some of Ukraine's most valuable natural resources, according to officials familiar with the matter. The talks come after Zelenskyy rejected an initial proposal from the Trump administration, which sought 50% of Ukraine's earnings from key sectors, including minerals, oil, gas, and ports. -
Netanyahu Vows Hamas Will ‘Pay Full Price' After Israel Receives Wrong Body in Hostage Return
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu condemned Hamas on Friday after the militant group failed to return the body of Shiri Bibas, the mother of two young children killed while in captivity. Instead, Israel received what the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) described as an "anonymous body," sparking outrage and renewed tensions over the ongoing hostage negotiations. 
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu condemned Hamas on Friday after the militant group failed to return the body of Shiri Bibas, the mother of two young children killed while in captivity. Instead, Israel received what the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) described as an "anonymous body," sparking outrage and renewed tensions over the ongoing hostage negotiations. -
Japan’s Core CPI Surges to 3.2% as Food and Energy Prices Climb, Fueling Rate Hike Speculation
Japan's inflation surged to a 19-month high in January, with core consumer prices rising 3.2% year-over-year, surpassing expectations and reinforcing speculation that the Bank of Japan (BOJ) may continue raising interest rates. The increase, driven by soaring food and energy costs, marks the third consecutive month of acceleration, keeping inflation well above the BOJ's 2% target. 
Japan's inflation surged to a 19-month high in January, with core consumer prices rising 3.2% year-over-year, surpassing expectations and reinforcing speculation that the Bank of Japan (BOJ) may continue raising interest rates. The increase, driven by soaring food and energy costs, marks the third consecutive month of acceleration, keeping inflation well above the BOJ's 2% target. -
Key German Election to Shape Europe’s Stance on Trump and Ukraine War
Germany heads to the polls Sunday in a pivotal election that will determine the country's next government and influence Europe's response to the Trump administration's foreign policy, including U.S. efforts to end the war in Ukraine. As Europe's largest economy and the second-largest military supporter of Ukraine, Germany's new leadership will play a decisive role in shaping EU policy in an era of shifting transatlantic alliances. 
Germany heads to the polls Sunday in a pivotal election that will determine the country's next government and influence Europe's response to the Trump administration's foreign policy, including U.S. efforts to end the war in Ukraine. As Europe's largest economy and the second-largest military supporter of Ukraine, Germany's new leadership will play a decisive role in shaping EU policy in an era of shifting transatlantic alliances. -
Ukraine Shifts Focus Beyond NATO as Europe Prepares for Security Realignment
Ukraine and its European allies are increasingly looking beyond NATO for security guarantees as uncertainty grows over U.S. commitment to the alliance. At a high-level conference at Cambridge University on Monday, Ukrainian and European officials discussed the possibility of new security structures in response to shifting geopolitical realities 
Ukraine and its European allies are increasingly looking beyond NATO for security guarantees as uncertainty grows over U.S. commitment to the alliance. At a high-level conference at Cambridge University on Monday, Ukrainian and European officials discussed the possibility of new security structures in response to shifting geopolitical realities
