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Ukraine to sign critical minerals deal ‘in the very short term’, US claims
National security adviser Mike Waltz tells conference that ‘economic partnership’ will be ‘good’ for KyivFinancial Times - Feb. 21 -
US envoy to Ukraine hails Zelenskyy as ‘embattled and courageous leader’
Keith Kellogg takes different tone from Trump, who contrasted ‘very good talks’ with Putin with cooler relationship with Ukraine’s leader. The US envoy to Ukraine, Gen Keith Kellogg, has praised ...The Guardian - Feb. 22 -
After years of firm support, 10 days upended the US approach to Ukraine
As Ukraine approached the three-year mark of Russia’s full-scale invasion, the country’s hoped-for path to a favorable and lasting peace has been upended in a matter of days by the administration ...ABC News - Feb. 22 -
US says revenue from minerals deal will fuel Ukraine’s postwar growth
Kyiv remains sceptical of plan as Treasury secretary Scott Bessent denies it is ‘coercive’ in FT opinion articleFinancial Times - Feb. 23 -
GOP rep calls US-Ukraine resource deal 'victim extortion'
Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick (R-Pa.) said Sunday that forcing Ukraine to agree to a resource deal with the U.S. in exchange for the possibility of support against Russia is akin to “victim extortion.” ...The Hill - Feb. 23 -
Bessent says US-Ukraine deal has 'implicit' economic security guarantee
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said a U.S.-Ukraine deal featuring “strategic minerals, energy and state-owned enterprises” has an “implicit” economic security guarantee. “This deal is part of ...The Hill - Feb. 23 -
These 17 countries voted with US against Ukraine UN resolution
Seventeen countries in the United Nations General Assembly joined the U.S. on Monday in voting against a nonbinding resolution condemning Russia as the aggressor in the ongoing war in Ukraine — ...The Hill - Feb. 24 -
US drives Ukraine war measure through UN with Russian backing
Security Council resolution calling for ‘swift end’ to conflict deals further blow to western unityFinancial Times - Feb. 24 -
FirstFT: US drives UN resolution on Ukraine war with Russian backing
Also in today’s newsletter, US companies left out of defence stock rally and BP abandons pledge to cut oil and gas outputFinancial Times - Feb. 25 -
US breaks with UN and G7 allies over Ukraine war measures
Also in today’s newsletter, Trump says 25% tariffs on Canada and Mexico will go ahead next week as plannedFinancial Times - 6d -
BBC Verify: How much has the US spent on aid to Ukraine?
US President Donald Trump claims the US has outspent Europe on aid to Ukraine by over $200bn. BBC Verify's Nick Eardley fact-checks Trump's claims.BBC News - 6d -
Ukraine agrees to rare mineral deal with US for security guarantees
Ukraine has confirmed that its government will authorize a deal with the United States that they say would share revenue from some of Ukraine’s key mineral resources with the U.S. in exchange for ...NBC News - 5d -
US will not give Ukraine security guarantees ‘beyond very much’, Trump says
US president’s comments come as countries prepare to sign deal on critical mineralsFinancial Times - 5d -
US needs role in Ukraine to deter Putin, says PM
The PM stresses the importance of US help but Trump suggests responsibility lies with Europe.BBC News - 5d -
Starmer to warn Trump that peace in Ukraine needs US military cover
UK prime minister heads for Washington as president reiterates need for Europe to provide the security for KyivFinancial Times - 5d -
Fact-checking Trump's claims on amount of US aid to Ukraine
President Donald Trump, as he navigates the Russia-Ukraine war, is making false claims about the amount of aid the U.S. has given to support Ukraine.ABC News - 5d -
Keir Starmer to press Donald Trump on US military back-up to Ukraine
Also in today’s newsletter, what lawyers are saying about the US president’s ‘gold card’ visa schemeFinancial Times - 4d -
What we know about US-Ukraine minerals deal
The White House said the deal, which would give the US access to mineral deposits, was not signed on Friday.BBC News - 3d -
How US-Ukraine talks collapsed in 10 fiery minutes
There were major flashpoints throughout their meeting - here are four of the most animated.BBC News - 3d -
Zelensky wants US to 'stand more firmly' on Ukraine's side
US support is crucial, Zelensky says hours after the bust-up with Trump at the White House.BBC News - 2d -
Johnson: US 'not abandoning Ukraine,' but Zelensky's priorities 'in the wrong place'
House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) said that the U.S. is not "abandoning Ukraine" but that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky's priorities are not in the right place following a heated exchange ...The Hill - 1d -
Ukraine still 'ready' to sign US minerals deal, Zelensky tells BBC
Ukraine's president tells reporters that despite a fractious White House meeting, he is prepared for the deal to go ahead.BBC News - 1d -
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US suspends all military aid to Ukraine in wake of Trump-Zelenskyy row
Decision affects ammunition, vehicles and other equipment including weapons in transit. The Trump administration has suspended delivery of all US military aid to Ukraine, blocking billions in ...The Guardian - 6h -
The Papers: 'US rift with Ukraine grows' and 'UK hunts new allies'
The latest comments from world leaders over the war in Ukraine dominate the front pages on Tuesday.BBC News - 2h -
Klay has heartwarming gesture for surgeon who repaired Achilles
Klay Thompson gifted the surgeon who repaired his torn Achilles a 2022 Golden State Warriors championship ring.Yahoo Sports - 5d -
Klay Thompson gives championship ring to doctor who repaired his Achilles
The Mavericks guard showed gratitude to the doctor who helped him after his Achilles injury in 2020.ESPN - 5d -
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Planetary parade: Mercury falls into line for rare seven-planet alignment
The seven will appear to form a straight line in the night sky in display that won’t be seen again until 2040. Seven planets will appear to align in the night sky on the last day of February in ...The Guardian - 4d -
The New Yorker Celebrates 100 Years
A buzzy night spot was the party venue for a magazine that is “the last of its kind.”The New York Times - 5d -
Gazans celebrate Ramadan surrounded by rubble
NBC News crews captured Gazans celebrating Ramadan in Rafah and Khan Younis as Israel plans to halt all humanitarian aid entering the Gaza Strip on March 2.NBC News - 1d -
The Influence of Foreign Aid
America is losing a diplomatic tool the government has relied on for decades.The New York Times - Feb. 21 -
Europe must secure Ukraine's future if US won't, ex-Army head says
Sir Nick Carter says "others are going to have to step up to the plate" if the US does not want to.BBC News - Feb. 21 -
European troops, US support are part of an emerging plan for Ukraine. But it faces many hurdles
Political and military leaders in Europe are fleshing out details of a plan for European forces to help ensure Moscow does not attack Ukraine again once the guns fall silentABC News - Feb. 21 -
Martin Rowson on Britain desperately clinging to the US while Trump abandons Ukraine – cartoon
Continue reading...The Guardian - Feb. 21 -
Zelenskyy says he would ‘quit for peace’ as he refuses US demand for Ukraine minerals
Ukrainian president says US military aid was a ‘grant’ rather than a debt but adds that he wants Trump to be ‘on our side’. Volodymyr Zelenskyy has said he is not willing to cave in to intense US ...The Guardian - Feb. 23 -
UN Security Council passes US resolution calling for ‘swift end’ to war in Ukraine
Move that was backed by Russia and China deals further blow to western unityFinancial Times - Feb. 24 -
Putin ready to work with US companies on mining rare-earth deposits in Russian-occupied Ukraine
Russian President Vladimir Putin said his nation was ready to work with U.S. companies to secure rare raw minerals within the nation’s borders in hopes of ending the conflict in Ukraine after three ...The Hill - 6d -
Trump says Putin will have to make concessions, US won't make guarantees to Ukraine
Trump said he will be signing the mineral deal with Ukrainian President Zelenskyy at the White House on Friday.ABC News - 4d -
Family of US marine veteran killed in Ukraine tells funeral in Kyiv he died fighting for freedom
Ethan Hertweck, a 21-year-old U.S. Marine Corps veteran who was killed while fighting alongside Ukrainian forces, has been honored with a funeral service in Kyiv attended by family and friendsABC News - 3d
