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Steve Witkoff expands role to lead US negotiations with Russia on Ukraine
Steve Witkoff, a longtime Trump ally and real estate magnate, has been tasked with leading US negotiations with Russia to end the war in Ukraine, despite his lack of formal diplomatic experience, marking a major shift in the administration's approach to foreign policy.
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Why Saudi Arabia is the venue of choice for Trump's Ukraine talks
The Trump administration’s selection of Saudi Arabia for key Ukraine peace talks highlights the Kingdom’s rising global diplomatic influence, marking a shift from its near-pariah status after the 2018 Khashoggi murder.
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Trump officials struggled to reinstate nuclear weapons staff after firing hundreds
Trump administration officials faced chaos after firing over 300 nuclear weapons staff, scrambling to reinstate most amid national security concerns.
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Social Security commissioner exits after Musk’s DOGE team seeks access to sensitive records
The acting commissioner of the Social Security Administration resigned after refusing to grant Elon Musk’s DOGE team access to sensitive government records, raising concerns over political interference and data security.
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Ukraine peace talks: European leaders strategize as US-Russia negotiations begin
European leaders scramble to respond as the US initiates Ukraine peace talks without their direct involvement, raising concerns over security guarantees and military commitments.
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UK calls for US security guarantee in Ukraine peace deal
UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has urged a US security guarantee in any Ukraine peace deal, emphasizing Europe's need to strengthen its defence amid concerns over Trump's unilateral peace talks with Russia
