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Trump Brings Mar-a-Lago to D.C. — Rose Garden lawn torn up for new patio and towering Presidential flagpole
Donald Trump is redesigning the White House Rose Garden, drawing criticism for its Mar-a-Lago-inspired aesthetic. The historic lawn is being replaced with a patio and flagpoles, with Trump citing concerns about women's footwear on wet grass. A magnolia tree planted to honor John F. Kennedy Jr. has already been removed.
Elon under watch? Report says FBI, DHS tracked foreign nationals visiting Musk amid influence concerns
U.S. agencies watched people from other countries who visited Elon Musk. They were worried someone might try to influence him. Musk’s strong links with the U.S. government and reported talks with Putin raised security concerns.
Kremlin says 'quick results' in normalising US-Russia ties 'unlikely'
The Kremlin on Wednesday said it was unlikely that attempts to improve Russia-US ties would bring "quick results", after a series of calls between presidents Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin. "There are many obstacles in bilateral relations, and it is unlikely that we can hope for any quick results," Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov told reporters.
Russia, Ukraine swap prisoners under Istanbul agreement
Russia and Ukraine exchanged prisoners of war under a deal made in Istanbul. Russia released Ukrainian POWs and received its own soldiers, now under care in Belarus. Russia also offered to return over 6,000 Ukrainian soldiers' bodies, but Kyiv representatives didn't show up for the handover.
Kremlin aide says Ukraine will lose more territory if it refuses Moscow's demands, WSJ reports
Vladimir Medinsky, a Kremlin aide, issued a warning to Ukraine. He stated that Kyiv risks losing more territory. This will happen if Ukraine does not accept Russia's terms for ending the conflict. Medinsky referenced Russia's historical resilience in lengthy wars. He suggested that Russia is prepared for a prolonged engagement. He also mentioned that Russia desires peace.
Ukraine fires, Russia retaliates, but diplomacy remains on the table: Where is Europe’s largest conflict of the century heading?
Amid stalled ceasefire talks, Russia escalates attacks on Ukraine, prompting a shadow war with covert operations inside Russia. Europe mobilizes with increased defense spending and military readiness in response to potential Russian aggression. As leaders express concern, the next year is critical in determining whether deterrence will hold or if Europe faces a wider conflict.
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Ukraine launches over 100 drones attack in Russia, Moscow, St. Petersburg airports closed
Russia-Ukraine war has intensified as both countries reportedly launched missile and drone attacks at each other.
Russia, Ukraine swap first prisoners in large-scale exchange
Russia and Ukraine on Monday swapped a first group of captured soldiers -- part of an agreement reached during peace talks that appeared to be in doubt over the weekend. Russia's defence ministry also confirmed the swap was part of "agreements reached on 2 June in Istanbul".
Russia awaits Ukraine's confirmation on a planned exchange of dead fighters, officials say
Russian and Ukrainian officials trade accusations over a delayed prisoner exchange of 6,000 bodies, while Russia claims advances into Ukraine's Dnipropetrovsk region. Both sides report aerial attacks, with casualties and damage in Kharkiv and Belgorod. Despite agreements made in Istanbul, the body repatriation process faces obstacles, with each side blaming the other for hindering progress.
Russia accuses Ukraine of delaying POW exchange amid massive attack
Russia accused Ukraine of delaying a large-scale exchange of captured soldiers and the handover of killed soldiers' bodies, an agreement reached during peace talks in Istanbul. Moscow claims to have prepared for the exchange, sending bodies and a list of POWs, urging Kyiv to proceed immediately.
Russia accuses Ukraine of 'postponing' POW swap
Russia on Saturday accused Ukraine of postponing a large-scale prisoner swap and the repatriation of the bodies of dead soldiers they had agreed on during peace talks in Istanbul. Delegations from Moscow and Kyiv agreed on Monday to swap all wounded soldiers and those under the age of 25 who were still held as POWs. It was the only concrete outcome from the talks, at which Russia has repeatedly rejected Ukrainian calls for an immediate ceasefire.
In Putin talks, Don claims brokering India-Pak peace
During a phone call, a Kremlin aide mentioned that Donald Trump told Vladimir Putin he brokered peace between India and Pakistan, though details remain unclear. Putin listened, despite Russia's stance on the conflict being bilateral. Meanwhile, Shehbaz Sharif has requested Putin's assistance in resolving the conflict with India, highlighting ongoing tensions.
India, Pakistan conflict among issues discussed during Putin-Trump phone call: Kremlin aide
Russian President Putin and US President Trump discussed the recent India-Pakistan conflict during a phone call, alongside Ukraine and Middle East issues. Trump claims to have helped stop the fighting, though India credits military-level talks for the ceasefire. Pakistan’s Prime Minister sought Putin’s support for peace talks. Tensions rose after attacks in May, ending with a military understanding on May 10.
Russia’s death toll nears a million in its deadliest war since WWII and there's no end in sight yet
Russia is expected to cross one million troop casualties in its war on Ukraine by summer 2025, according to a new CSIS report. With 250,000 Russian soldiers reportedly killed, the war has seen unprecedented losses since World War II. Despite the human and material toll, Russia has captured only 12% of Ukrainian territory. Analysts say President Putin’s strategy shows disregard for soldiers’ lives, and his campaign risks becoming unsustainable unless Western support for Ukraine falters.
Zelenskyy shuns Russian demands, says open to direct talks with Putin
Zelenskyy is upping the pressure on Putin after a pair of audacious attacks against Russian targets in recent days that represented an embarrassing setback for the Kremlin. US special envoy for Ukraine Keith Kellogg said yesterday that additional sanctions on Russian are "ready to drop," based on his conversation with Republican Senator Lindsey Graham.
Russia Ukraine war: Vladimir Putin is planning big attack against Ukraine to avenge Sunday's drone strikes, claims Donald Trump
Ukrainian authorities said Sunday's attack on the airfields using 117 drones hit 41 military aircraft.
Trump: Putin said Russia would respond to Ukraine drone attacks
In a recent call, Vladimir Putin informed Donald Trump that Russia would retaliate for Ukraine's drone attacks. Trump stated that Putin strongly emphasized the necessity of responding to the airfield attacks. The two leaders also discussed Iran, with Putin suggesting his participation in nuclear deal talks and Trump asserting Iran's inability to possess nuclear weapons.
Moscow security chief in Pyongyang for talks with Kim Jong Un: Russian news agencies
Sergei Shoigu, a top Russian security official, is in Pyongyang. He will meet North Korean leader Kim Jong Un. Discussions will likely include the Ukraine situation. This is Shoigu's second visit in three months. Russia and North Korea have strengthened ties. Pyongyang has provided support to Moscow in the Ukraine conflict. Military cooperation aims to ensure regional stability.
Ukraine invited to NATO summit in The Hague: Zelensky
Ukraine has been invited to a NATO summit later in June, President Volodymyr Zelensky has said, after earlier warning it would be a "victory" for Russia if it was not there. Last week Zelensky had said that "if Ukraine is not present at the NATO summit, it will be a victory for Putin, but not over Ukraine, but over NATO." Zelensky wants NATO to offer security guarantees to Ukraine in the event of a ceasefire or peace deal with Russia -- something Moscow has called "unacceptable." bur-jc/asy/phz
Ukraine and Russia agree to swap 6,000 bodies of soldiers killed in three-year war
Russia and Ukraine have agreed to exchange 6,000 bodies of fallen soldiers, following recent peace talks in Turkey. Despite this agreement and discussions on prisoner releases, the talks yielded no significant progress towards ending the conflict. The meeting occurred after Ukraine's successful drone attacks on Russian air bases, which damaged a substantial portion of Moscow's strategic bomber fleet.
Donald Trump 'open' to meeting Ukraine, Russia leaders to push ceasefire
Donald Trump may meet Russian and Ukrainian leaders in Turkey. This follows stalled ceasefire talks in Istanbul. Recep Tayyip Erdogan proposed the summit. Vladimir Putin has not agreed, but Volodymyr Zelensky is willing. Trump wants both sides to negotiate. A prisoner exchange was agreed upon. Ukraine wants tougher sanctions on Russia. Russia demands Ukraine cede territory for a ceasefire.
Ukraine and Russia agree to swap dead and wounded troops but report no progress toward ending war
Russia and Ukraine met for peace talks, but failed to achieve a breakthrough. They agreed to exchange dead soldiers and wounded troops. Prior to the meeting, Ukraine launched drone attacks on Russian air bases. Russia responded with a large drone attack on Ukraine. Russia presented terms for ending the war, which included Ukraine withdrawing forces from annexed regions.
Piece talks! Kyiv & Moscow end negotiations in an hour
The warring sides met for barely an hour in the Turkish city of Istanbul, for only the second such round of negotiations since March 2022. Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan described it as a great meeting and said he hoped to bring together Russia's Vladimir Putin and Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelenskyy for a meeting in Turkey with US President Donald Trump.
Russia and Ukraine to talk about peace but are still far apart
Russian and Ukrainian officials are set to meet in Istanbul for peace talks, their second direct engagement since 2022, amidst escalating conflict. Despite U.S. pressure for a resolution, significant differences remain, with both sides presenting their peace proposals.
Russia and Ukraine step up the war on eve of peace talks
Amidst escalating conflict, Ukraine and Russia are set to engage in peace talks in Istanbul, following a major prisoner exchange. However, the lead-up to negotiations has been marked by intensified warfare, including drone battles, attacks on Russian territory, and advancements by Russian forces in Ukraine.
Putin's tough stance on a Ukraine peace plan shows his resolve on Russia's demands
Amid ongoing missile strikes, Putin demands Ukraine cede territory for peace, signaling a willingness to fight until his maximalist terms are met. Trump, while engaging with Putin, has warned against manipulation and threatened sanctions. As Russia intensifies its offensive and Ukraine faces weapons shortages, the specter of a prolonged conflict looms, with potential shifts in U.S. involvement adding further uncertainty.
Trump surrendering to Putin? US Special Envoy for Ukraine and Russia says NATO's eastward expansion can be stopped
Ukraine-Russia war: US President Donald Trump has pushed for a ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine for the last few week. While the two countries have exchanged some POWs in the last few days, there has been not much movement on stopping the war. Vladimir Putin and Volodymyr Zelenskyy have not moved away from their stand which they had taken at the start of the war.
Germany's Friedrich Merz offers to help Ukraine develop its own long-range missiles to hit Russia
Germany pledges to assist Ukraine in developing long-range missile systems without Western restrictions, aiming to bolster its defense capabilities. Simultaneously, Russia proposes peace talks in Istanbul, while Ukraine seeks a concrete memorandum outlining Moscow's position. Amidst ongoing conflict, both sides continue deep strikes, highlighting the urgent need for de-escalation and resolution.
Ukraine says hit by record drone salvo after Trump rebukes Putin
Russia fired 355 drones at Ukraine overnight in the biggest such attack since Moscow's 2022 invasion, Kyiv said on Monday, a day after Russian strikes killed 13 people. Ukraine's air force said Russia had launched "355 Shahed-type drones"that it was the largest drone attack since Moscow launched its full-scale invasion in February 2022. bur-oc/cad/bc
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