The United States is urging Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky to sign deal on US access to Ukraine’s critical minerals, White House national security adviser Mike Waltz has said. Zelensky has refused the offer, saying: “I can’t sell our state.” The comments in the White House news briefing came shortly after Zelensky wrapped up a meeting with Trump‘s Ukraine envoy in Kyiv, saying he was ready to make an “investment and security agreement” with the US to end the war.
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Poll closing times for the 2026 midterm elections across the U.S.
Millions of Americans are participating in the 2026 midterm elections today, with polling hours varying by state. Early voting options are available in 47 states,
Five people rescued after drifting for three months in the Pacific Ocean
Five people, including two children, have been rescued after drifting for three months in the Pacific Ocean following a storm during a planned boat journey.