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UK army too 'run down' to lead Ukraine peace mission - ex-chief
Lord Dannatt says up to 40,000 UK troops would be needed for such a mission and "we just haven't got that number available".BBC News - 3d -
PM 'ready and willing' to put UK troops in Ukraine to protect peace
Sir Keir Starmer said securing a lasting peace in Ukraine was "essential" to deter Vladimir Putin from future aggression.BBC News - 2d -
Ex-soldier describes Army's 'misogynistic culture'
An inquest into the death of Gunner Jaysley Beck has found a culture of "vicious gossip" and sexism.BBC News - 1d -
UK interest rates are too restrictive
But uncertainty and a rise in near-term inflation warrants a cautious approach to cutsFinancial Times - Feb. 11 -
Without Europe a Russia-Ukraine peace deal wouldn't work, EU foreign policy chief says
If Europe is left out of peace talks between Russia and Ukraine, a deal wouldn't work, EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas told CNBC at the Munich Security Conference on Saturday.CNBC - 3d -
A Trump peace plan for Ukraine?
Reports suggest a proposed US peace plan could be unveiled this week.BBC News - Feb. 8 -
The Economic Consequences of the (Ukraine) Peace
With apologies to John Maynard KeynesFinancial Times - 5d -
Ukraine's president calls for creation of European army
In remarks at the Munich Security Council, Ukranian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy made a bold call, saying the time has come to create a European army. Zelenskyy warned that Europe could not rely ...CBS News - 3d -
British Army 'absolutely ready' if ordered to deploy to Ukraine
It comes as 2,500 UK troops take part in Nato's largest exercise this year near Ukraine's border.BBC News - 6h -
Super Bowl live updates: Too little, too late for Mahomes, Chiefs
Despite having two TD passes, Mahomes has struggled as it's been all Philadelphia and its defense. The Eagles are counting the seconds. Follow all of the action.Yahoo Sports - Feb. 9 -
Trump’s dangerous approach to peace in Ukraine
European leaders need to speed up efforts to take control of their defenceFinancial Times - 5d -
What is the state of peace talks in Ukraine?
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said he will not accept any peace deal with Russia unless his country is directly involved in negotiations. President Trump said Ukraine would have a seat at ...CBS News - 5d -
Sergeant who 'pinned down' soldier plans to leave Army, inquest hears
Gunner Jaysley Beck's assault was incorrectly categorised as a minor sanction.BBC News - 6d -
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Ex-Reform UK employees issue claims for alleged unpaid wages
Reform says claims brought by former workers — who say they were dismissed after the election — are ‘fraudulent’Financial Times - 3d -
Chair of UK’s financial ombudsman to step down
Baroness Zahida Manzoor called for ‘radical’ shake-up of rules after the sudden departure of agency’s chief executiveFinancial Times - Feb. 11 -
Trump excludes Europe from Ukraine peace talks
EU officials have struggled to secure meetings with their US counterpartsFinancial Times - 5d -
Morning Report — The art of the Russia-Ukraine peace deal
In today’s issue: President Trump said he’s working to fulfil a campaign promise to end Russia’s three-year invasion of Ukraine, ushering in negotiations with Russian President Vladimir Putin. ...The Hill - 5d -
Zelensky says no peace deal without Ukraine involvement
Ukraine's president says he will not be shut out of peace negotiations after Trump says he agreed to start talks with Putin.BBC News - 5d -
Hegseth says "everything is on the table" for Ukraine peace talks
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth on Thursday clarified comments he made that it is unrealistic for Ukraine to have pre-2014 borders and become a member of NATO. Sabrina Singh, who served as deputy ...CBS News - 5d -
Trump Says Ukraine Will Not Be Sidelined in Peace Talks With Russia
Asked whether Ukraine would be part of the negotiations, the president said on Thursday, “Of course they would.” A day earlier, he had suggested otherwise, and appeared ready to make concessions ...The New York Times - 4d -
Ukraine peace dividend spurs Europe’s stock rally
The pessimists are on the back foot amid one of the strongest starts to any year in the region since 1987Financial Times - 4d -
Trump ices Europe out of Ukraine peace plan
Donald Trump says negotiations on ending the conflict will start ‘immediately’. Will Europe and Ukraine play along?Financial Times - 3d -
'No durable peace' in Ukraine if Europe not in talks, says minister
Business Secretary Jonathan Reynolds says the UK could act as a "bridge" between the US and Europe.BBC News - 2d -
Morning Report — Trump is starting Ukraine peace talks — without Ukraine
In today’s issue: The Trump administration will meet this week with Russian officials to discuss an end to Russia’s three-year invasion of Ukraine — but no delegation from Ukraine is scheduled to ...The Hill - 1d -
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Can $400 Million Rescue New York’s Run-Down Capital City?
Gov. Kathy Hochul has proposed to earmark $400 million to revitalize the capital of New York, where poverty rates are high and the downtown is moribund.The New York Times - Feb. 9 -
US to remain in Ukraine arms initiative, says UK
Donald Trump had previously warned that he could suspend US shipments to KyivFinancial Times - 6d -
Ukraine hits ex-president Poroshenko and other oligarchs with sanctions
Measures announced as Kyiv faces pressure from Donald Trump to hold electionsFinancial Times - 5d -
Report: Ohio State finalizing deal with ex-Lions coach Matt Patricia to run Buckeyes' defense
Patricia was the Lions coach for three seasons and most recently was an assistant for the Eagles in 2023.Yahoo Sports - 6d -
Breaking down Trump's latest moves on Russia, Ukraine
President Trump held a call with Russian President Vladimir Putin as his administration brokers deals to procure detained Americans. This comes as Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth delivers news on ...CBS News - 6d -
Tory MP’s killer released from UK anti-terror scheme too early, review finds
Prevent’s assessment of Ali Harbi Ali’s vulnerabilities was ‘problematic’ before murder of David AmessFinancial Times - 6d -
If the UK has more renewable energy, why aren't bills coming down?
The government has pledged to reduce energy bills by using more renewables, but bills are currently rising.BBC News - Feb. 7 -
Sidelined by Trump, Macron tries to rally Europe on Ukraine. But divisions run deep
European leaders were summoned by French President Emmanuel Macron in a high-profile display of European coordination on UkraineABC News - 11h -
Rapid warfare tech helps U.S. Army build on lessons learned in Ukraine's war with Russia
U.S. troops have for the first time, tried out new equipment that has been developed and tested using information from the real life battlefield in Ukraine.NBC News - 3d -
Plays that defined Super Bowl: A deep ball, INT, bad sack, drop and way-too-easy first down
The Eagles routed the Chiefs, but the final score doesn't do Philadelphia justice. These five plays tell a better story.ESPN - Feb. 11 -
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Ukraine and Russia trade long-range attacks as officials probe possibilities for peace
Officials say Russian forces have targeted Ukraine’s energy and gas infrastructure in a “massive” nighttime missile attack, while Ukrainian drones struck an important oil refinery inside RussiaABC News - Feb. 11 -
Hegseth rules out NATO membership for Ukraine in peace deal with Russia
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said Wednesday that he does not believe Ukraine joining NATO is “realistic,” as the Trump administration looks to broker an end to Russia’s war in the country. ...The Hill - 6d -
Trump on whether Ukraine, Russia are equal in peace talks: 'It's an interesting question'
President Trump on Wednesday would not say whether he considers Ukraine to be an “equal member” of efforts to end the war between Moscow and Kyiv, as his administration pushes for negotiations ...The Hill - 6d
