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May 19 2025POLITICS

UK and EU: The Final Push for a Deal

The UK and EU are in the final stretch of negotiations. The prime minister is set to meet with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen in London. This isn't their first meeting. They've been at it for days, trying to hammer out a deal on several big issues. These talks could shape the

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May 18 2025POLITICS

Ukraine Under Fire: Russia's Biggest Drone Strike Since War Began

Russia's latest move in the ongoing conflict with Ukraine has been a significant escalation. The country launched a massive drone attack, the largest since the war started. This happened just days after peace talks between the two nations. The Ukrainian military reported that 273 Shahed drones were

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May 18 2025POLITICS

The Big Call: Trump and Putin's Chat

A major phone call is on the horizon. President Trump is set to talk with Russian President Vladimir Putin. This conversation is expected to be crucial in figuring out the next steps for ending the conflict in Ukraine. The U. S. special envoy, Steve Witkoff, is optimistic about the outcome. He belie

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May 17 2025POLITICS

Deadly Drone Strike Halts Peace Talks in Ukraine

In the northeastern Sumy region of Ukraine, a Russian drone strike targeted a bus full of civilians. The bus was evacuating people from a dangerous front-line area. This attack killed nine people and injured seven others. Among the injured, three were in critical condition. The strike occurred in Bi

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May 17 2025POLITICS

Ukraine's Civilian Casualties Rise Amidst Diplomatic Efforts

In a shocking turn of events, a Russian drone strike hit a shuttle bus in Ukraine's Sumy region, resulting in the deaths of at least nine civilians. This incident occurred on a Saturday, just hours after a significant diplomatic meeting took place in Istanbul. Ukrainian and Russian officials had gat

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May 17 2025POLITICS

Future Face-Off? Putin and Zelensky Might Meet Soon

A possible meeting between Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is on the table. This news comes straight from the Kremlin. The Kremlin's spokesperson, Dmitry Peskov, dropped a hint that such a meeting could happen. However, he did not spell out what conditio

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May 17 2025POLITICS

Trade Talks: New Rules for Global Trade

The United States is set to shake up global trade with new tariff rules. This is a big move that will affect many countries. The plan is to send out letters to around 150 countries. These letters will outline what they need to pay to trade with the US. This is a shift from the usual one-on-one trade

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May 16 2025POLITICS

Peace Talks: A Long Shot for Russia and Ukraine

The first face-to-face peace talks between Russia and Ukraine in three years wrapped up quickly. They lasted less than two hours. The talks happened in Istanbul, Turkey. This was the first direct conversation since Russia's invasion of Ukraine in 2022. The Ukrainian side had high hopes. They wanted

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May 16 2025POLITICS

Ukraine's Ceasefire Call: What's Next for Russia and the West?

Silence echoed from the Kremlin as the deadline for Ukraine's ceasefire demand came and went. This was a clear call for a 30-day ceasefire by Monday, May 12. The request came from Ukraine and its European allies, with a stern warning for Russia. If Russia did not agree, fresh sanction

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May 16 2025POLITICS

The Big Miss: Key Players Skip Ukraine Peace Talks

The stage was set for a major peace summit in Turkey. Leaders from Ukraine, Russia, and the U. S. were expected to discuss ending the conflict in Ukraine. However, the event took a surprising turn when two key figures decided to skip the meeting. Vladimir Putin, the Russian president, and Donald Tru

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