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The United States is promoting direct talks between Russia and Europe to advance a peace deal in the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, as outlined by Jared Kushner. Following recent meetings with leaders from both nations, Kushner emphasised facilitating engagement and security guarantees, while Ukrainian President Zelenskyy expressed concern over potential threats to NATO’s structure.
Jensen Huang has stepped down as CEO of Nvidia following allegations of an extramarital affair involving a suspected Chinese spy. In the aftermath, Cabinet members from the Trump administration are engaged in discussions over the implications of restricted microchip exports to China.
Jonathan Kreiss-Tomkins has been elected as Alaska’s governor, marking the first Democratic victory in the state since 1998. The former lawmaker defeated three Republican opponents, including one endorsed by Donald Trump, and plans to foster bipartisan cooperation within his administration.
Almost all the UK front pages are dominated by the announcement of the latest US tariffs. The US media started reporting yesterday that a blanket 20% tariff on all non-American goods is set to be introduced.
Much of the UK media is speculating on how the tariffs will impact the UK economy and the prime minister’s attempts to secure a last-minute deal.
An analysis of the Cold War’s economic impact revealed that the “Iron Curtain” represented a tariff equivalent of 48%, suggesting serious trade restrictions may arise amid current geopolitical tensions.
US Attorney General Pam Bondi has directed federal prosecutors to pursue the death penalty for Luigi M., accused of murdering UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson in December 2024.
U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi has announced that prosecutors will pursue the death penalty against Luigi Mangione following the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, marking the first federal death penalty case since the Trump administration reinstated capital punishment after a hiatus.
Virginia Giuffre expressed gratitude for public support after revealing she was told she had “four days to live” due to kidney renal failure following a car crash with a school bus in Australia.
Politics is dominating the news in the United States – and around the world – with Donald Trump’s latest tariffs set to be announced tomorrow, the markets reaction to the impending tariffs and talks of Trump seeking a third term.
Trump is set to announce new tariffs on imports, including a 25% tax on foreign cars. The move aims to boost U.S. manufacturing but may raise prices and strain trade relations. The UK and other countries are expected to respond with their own tariffs.
Trump recently suggested the possibility of seeking a third term in office, despite the clear prohibition outlined in the 22nd Amendment of the U.S. Constitution, which limits presidents to two terms. In a recent interview, Trump stated he was “not joking” about exploring “methods” to remain in power beyond his current term.
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