French President Emmanuel Macron and U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer are visiting Washington this week to persuade President Donald Trump not to abandon Ukraine in its war with Russia. Macron has criticized Trump’s statements aligning with Russia’s narrative, while Starmer aims to act as a bridge between Europe and the U.S. The two leaders emphasized the importance of Ukraine’s sovereignty in peace talks. Their visits … Continue reading The leaders of France and Britain head to Washington

The leaders of the 27 EU countries will hold an emergency summit on March 6 in Brussels to discuss Ukraine’s situation and Europe’s security. European Council President Antonio Costa emphasized the importance of the moment. Since the EU’s last meeting in February, the Trump administration’s shift in policy has impacted U.S. support for Ukraine and European defense, the Associated Press has reported. EU Commission President … Continue reading EU leaders will hold an emergency summit on Ukraine and European security

President Donald Trump announced that Dan Bongino will be the next deputy director of the FBI, following Kash Patel’s appointment as FBI director. Bongino, a former NYPD officer, Secret Service agent, and successful podcaster, holds a Master’s in Psychology and an MBA. Trump praised his dedication to justice and his readiness to serve, alongside Attorney General Pam Bondi and Director Patel, Fox News has reported. … Continue reading Trump announces Dan Bongino will be deputy director of the FBI

Germany’s centre-right CDU/CSU bloc is set for a clear victory in Sunday’s parliamentary elections, with exit polls showing it securing 28.5% to 29% of the vote. This paves the way for Friedrich Merz to become the next chancellor, succeeding Olaf Scholz, depending on coalition talks. The far-right AfD saw a significant surge, reaching 19.5% to 20%. Scholz’s Social Democrats (SPD) faced a major defeat, falling … Continue reading Germany’s conservatives win election

California Gov. Gavin Newsom requested nearly $40 billion in wildfire recovery aid from Congress following devastating fires in Southern California that killed at least 29 people and destroyed over 16,000 structures. The funds would support both immediate recovery and long-term rebuilding efforts, including repairs, business loans, and low-income housing credits. Newsom emphasized the lasting economic impact and the need for federal assistance, building on the … Continue reading California Gov. Newsom requests nearly $40 billion in wildfire recovery funding in letter to Congress

President Trump clashed with Maine Gov. Janet Mills at a White House event over his executive order banning transgender athletes from competing in women’s sports. Trump threatened to withhold federal funding from Maine if the state doesn’t comply with the order, to which Mills responded she would follow state and federal laws and take legal action if necessary. After the event, Mills emphasized that Maine … Continue reading Trump spars with Democratic Maine governor at White House event over transgender athlete executive order