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DISPUTES

US may restrict Ukraine’s access to Starlink internet services due to mineral concerns, according to sources

U.S. negotiators have been urging Kyiv to grant access to Ukraine‘s essential mineral resources, suggesting that the country could face restrictions on its use of Elon Musk‘s crucial Starlink satellite internet service, according to three sources familiar with the discussions, as reported by Reuters. The topic of Ukraine’s access to SpaceX’s Starlink was raised during talks between U.S. and Ukrainian officials after President Volodymyr Zelenskiy … Continue reading US may restrict Ukraine’s access to Starlink internet services due to mineral concerns, according to sources

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U.S. Secretary of the Treasury Scott Bessent speaks at the White House, in Washington.
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US Treasury’s Bessent suggests Russia could gain sanctions relief in conflict negotiations

Russia may find some relief from U.S. sanctions if it demonstrates a genuine willingness to negotiate an end to the conflict in Ukraine, U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent stated in an interview with Bloomberg Television on Thursday. Bessent also mentioned that he plans to engage with his Chinese counterpart on Friday, encouraging China to shift its economic focus towards greater consumer spending. When asked about … Continue reading US Treasury’s Bessent suggests Russia could gain sanctions relief in conflict negotiations

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Trump urges ‘dictator’ Zelenskiy to act swiftly or risk losing Ukraine

U.S. President Donald Trump criticized Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy as a “dictator” on Wednesday, cautioning that he must act swiftly to secure peace or risk losing his nation. This statement has intensified the ongoing conflict between the two leaders, raising concerns among European officials. Trump’s remarks came just a day after he suggested that Ukraine was responsible for Russia’s invasion in 2022, further alarming U.S. … Continue reading Trump urges ‘dictator’ Zelenskiy to act swiftly or risk losing Ukraine

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Ukraine and the U.S. ended discussions in Munich without agreeing on a critical minerals partnership

Discussions between Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy and U.S. Vice President JD Vance concluded in Munich on Friday without the announcement of a crucial minerals agreement, which is vital for Kyiv’s efforts to gain support from President Donald Trump. Kyiv returned to the U.S. with a revised draft of the agreement that could potentially unlock its extensive reserves of essential minerals for U.S. investment, following concerns … Continue reading Ukraine and the U.S. ended discussions in Munich without agreeing on a critical minerals partnership

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U.S. President Donald Trump speaks, on the day of Tulsi Gabbard's swearing in ceremony as Director of National Intelligence, in the Oval Office at the White House in Washington, D.C.
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Trump expresses support for Ukraine; however, his initial concessions to Russia raise concerns

U.S. President Donald Trump has pledged to bring a quick resolution to the conflict in Ukraine. However, as negotiations are set to commence, the author of “The Art of the Deal” may have inadvertently complicated his position by diminishing his negotiating power. On January 20, Trump, who assumed the presidency, engaged in separate discussions regarding the war with Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President … Continue reading Trump expresses support for Ukraine; however, his initial concessions to Russia raise concerns

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Trump claims both Putin and Zelenskiy are pursuing peace as phone talks begin to address the Ukraine conflict

Donald Trump reported that both Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy conveyed their interest in achieving peace during separate phone conversations with him on Wednesday. Following these discussions, Trump instructed senior U.S. officials to initiate negotiations aimed at resolving the conflict in Ukraine. These talks occurred after Trump’s defense secretary indicated that Ukraine might need to abandon its longstanding aspirations of joining … Continue reading Trump claims both Putin and Zelenskiy are pursuing peace as phone talks begin to address the Ukraine conflict

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U.S. Secretary of the Treasury Scott Bessent speaks at the White House, in Washington.
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A senior Trump official is in Kyiv to negotiate a minerals and energy agreement

U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent traveled to Kyiv on Wednesday to negotiate a crucial minerals agreement as Ukraine seeks to secure support from U.S. President Donald Trump during a critical phase of the ongoing conflict with Russia. Bessent, marking the first visit to Ukraine by a cabinet-level official from Trump’s administration, is expected to meet with President Volodymyr Zelenskiy, who has expressed willingness to engage … Continue reading A senior Trump official is in Kyiv to negotiate a minerals and energy agreement

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Trump has gathered a group of strong critics of China. What will be Beijing’s reaction?

One individual referred to China as an “existential threat,” while another advocated for a “whole-of-society effort” to address the challenges posed by China, subsequently facing sanctions from Beijing on two occasions. A third individual asserted that the Chinese military was “specifically dedicated to defeating the United States of America.” US President-elect Donald Trump’s proposed cabinet is populated with individuals known as China hawks, who have … Continue reading Trump has gathered a group of strong critics of China. What will be Beijing’s reaction?

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