Volodymyr Zelenskyy publicly urged Russian President Vladimir Putin to hold direct face-to-face negotiations, marking his first such open appeal since Russia’s full-scale invasion began in 2022. Volodymyr Zelenskyy proposed talks in a neutral country and said Ukraine was ready for a ceasefire and prisoner exchanges as a starting point for peace. The letter comes amid intensified drone and missile strikes from both sides, with Ukraine targeting deep inside Russia and Russia escalating aerial … Continue reading Zelenskyy calls for face-to-face Ukraine war negotiations in letter to Putin

The House rejected a war powers resolution that sought to limit President Donald Trump’s military actions in Lebanon, voting it down 324–92 after Democratic leaders opposed the measure. The proposal, introduced by Rep. Rashida Tlaib, would have required the removal of U.S. forces from Lebanon within seven days of adoption, though Democrats argued a revised version was a better option. Tlaib criticized U.S. involvement in the region, while … Continue reading House blocks Rep. Rashida Tlaib’s war powers resolution on Lebanon

Renovation work on the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, overseen by the administration of Donald Trump, has been completed and the basin is expected to be refilled with water by Sunday. The project included repainting the pool a deep shade described by Trump as “American flag blue,” and has drawn attention for its cost, with at least $14.8 million in contracts reported. The reflecting pool, a historic Washington … Continue reading Trump says Reflecting Pool work is done and it’s set to be filled with water

Donald Trump announced a $700 million initiative using wartime-era authority to support and expand coal-fired power plants across the United States. The plan, justified as promoting “clean, beautiful coal,” will fund existing plants, reopen facilities, and build new coal plants and an export terminal in multiple states. The administration argues the move will lower energy costs and strengthen energy security. Critics say coal is highly polluting … Continue reading Trump uses wartime powers to dole out $700m to ‘clean, beautiful’ coal

Three Republican senators — Bill Cassidy, Susan Collins, and Lisa Murkowski — joined Democrats in supporting an amendment to block William Pulte from serving as acting director of national intelligence while also leading the Federal Housing Finance Agency. The measure failed in a 49–49 tie, but it highlighted bipartisan concerns about Pulte’s lack of intelligence or security background. The senators questioned whether he is qualified or even has the necessary clearance to … Continue reading GOP senators vote to bar Pulte from serving as temporary director of national intelligence

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said Jewish Canadians are being severely targeted by antisemitic hate and warned that the country is failing to protect them. He stated that antisemitic incidents have risen sharply, with Jewish communities facing attacks on schools, synagogues, businesses, and campuses. Carney said the situation in Canada is particularly serious and requires a targeted national response, including stronger security measures for faith-based … Continue reading Canada’s Carney pledges action over rising antisemitism

Prime Minister Keir Starmer has called for scrutiny after bodycam footage showed police response during the fatal stabbing of Henry Nowak in Southampton. The footage, which has sparked public outrage and protests, shows officers handcuffing the injured teenager after he was attacked by Vickrum Digwa, who has since been jailed for at least 21 years for murder. The case has triggered debate over policing practices, … Continue reading Henry Nowak arrest footage raises ‘serious questions for police’, Starmer says

Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass has advanced to a runoff election after failing to secure the 51% needed to win reelection outright. Her campaign has faced criticism from both conservative and progressive opponents, including concerns over homelessness, affordability, and city management. Despite the attacks, Bass argues her administration has made progress on housing, public safety hiring, and reducing homelessness. She has also received support from … Continue reading Incumbent L.A. mayor survives heated criticisms, advances to reelection runoff