Larry Lee
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Trump-Putin Ukraine Talks Gain Momentum, But Kremlin Says No Detailed Peace Plan Yet
Russian President Vladimir Putin said Monday that discussions with U.S. President Donald Trump over a potential resolution to the Ukraine war had not yet reached a detailed stage, despite growing speculation about a possible diplomatic breakthrough. His remarks, broadcast on Russian state television, followed reports that U.S. and Russian officials met in Saudi Arabia last week for initial negotiations-without the participation of Ukraine or European allies. 
Russian President Vladimir Putin said Monday that discussions with U.S. President Donald Trump over a potential resolution to the Ukraine war had not yet reached a detailed stage, despite growing speculation about a possible diplomatic breakthrough. His remarks, broadcast on Russian state television, followed reports that U.S. and Russian officials met in Saudi Arabia last week for initial negotiations-without the participation of Ukraine or European allies. -
Western Leaders Rally in Kyiv as Trump Snubs Ukraine on War’s Third Anniversary
Ukraine marked the third anniversary of Russia's full-scale invasion on Monday, as European leaders gathered in Kyiv to reaffirm their support while the United States conspicuously stayed away. 
Ukraine marked the third anniversary of Russia's full-scale invasion on Monday, as European leaders gathered in Kyiv to reaffirm their support while the United States conspicuously stayed away. -
Explosion Rocks Russian Consulate in France‘s Marseille as Attacker Escapes, Moscow Demands Retaliation
An explosion at the Russian Consulate in Marseille, France, early Monday morning has been described by the Russian Foreign Ministry as a terrorist attack, escalating diplomatic tensions between Moscow and Paris. The blast occurred on the third anniversary of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, though no injuries or significant damage were reported. 
An explosion at the Russian Consulate in Marseille, France, early Monday morning has been described by the Russian Foreign Ministry as a terrorist attack, escalating diplomatic tensions between Moscow and Paris. The blast occurred on the third anniversary of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, though no injuries or significant damage were reported. -
Israeli Tanks Enter West Bank for First Time in Decades as Defense Minister Says Displaced Palestinians Cannot Return
Israeli tanks moved into the occupied West Bank on Sunday for the first time in over two decades, marking an escalation in military operations that officials say will continue for at least a year. Defense Minister Israel Katz said troops would remain in areas previously held by Palestinian refugees and that tens of thousands of displaced residents would not be allowed to return. 
Israeli tanks moved into the occupied West Bank on Sunday for the first time in over two decades, marking an escalation in military operations that officials say will continue for at least a year. Defense Minister Israel Katz said troops would remain in areas previously held by Palestinian refugees and that tens of thousands of displaced residents would not be allowed to return. -
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.
