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Negotiators from Russia and Ukraine will convene in Abu Dhabi for peace talks mediated by the United States, following claims from Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy that Ukrainian forces have strengthened their negotiating position. US officials noted both sides have shown flexibility regarding territorial exchanges, though security guarantees remain a central topic.

Russian President Vladimir Putin congratulated Donald Trump on his recent election victory, praising him as a “courageous man” during a speech in Sochi. Putin noted that Trump was “hounded from all sides” during his previous term in office.

Jerome Powell, the head of the US Federal Reserve, dismissed speculation that former President Donald Trump could remove him from his position when he returns to office in January 2025. Speaking at a press conference after the Fed lowered its key interest rate to 4.5%-4.75%, Powell said he would not step down if asked, adding that the law protects his role from presidential interference.

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