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Trump Uncertain About Upholding Constitution: "I'm Not a Lawyer"
I don't know. That's what Donald Trump repeatedly answered when he was pressed on TV about whether, as president, he had to uphold the US Constitution.
Marco Rubio Takes Over as Trump's National Security Adviser
He is not only the Minister for Foreign Affairs and temporary head of USAID and the American National Archives. When President Donald Trump's national security adviser Mike Waltz now leaves his post, Marco Rubio steps in and replaces him.
Germany and USA Clash Over AFD's Right-Wing Extremism Label
The USA's Vice President JD Vance accuses Germany of having "built a new Berlin Wall" – after the country's intelligence agency classified the high nationalist party Alternative for Germany (AFD) as right-wing extremist. "This is democracy", responds the German Foreign Ministry on X.
Trump's Security Adviser Mike Waltz Resigns Amid Chat Leak Scandal
Donald Trump's national security adviser Mike Waltz is leaving his post to become a UN ambassador instead, the President announces. Waltz is the first really big name to leave during Trump's second term.
Religious Schools in Pakistan-Controlled Kashmir Temporarily Closed
Over 1,000 religious schools are being closed in the part of the Kashmir area controlled by Pakistan, in light of the escalating situation with neighboring India. .
US Considers Ending Ukraine Mediation Without Concrete Ceasefire Proposals
The USA needs to see concrete proposals from both Ukraine and Russia regarding the terms of a ceasefire – otherwise, the Americans will give up on the mediation attempts. This is the message from Foreign Minister Marco Rubio, according to his spokesperson Tammy Bruce.
Critical Week Ahead for Ukraine Peace Efforts in USA
After Donald Trump's increasing impatience with Russia and Ukraine, USA's Foreign Minister Marco Rubio says that the coming week can be "very critical" regarding the efforts to stop the war. .
Trump Calls for Free US Ship Passage Through Suez and Panama Canals
The President of the USA, Donald Trump, believes that ships from the USA should be allowed to pass through both the Panama and Suez Canals for free. .
Congo and Rwanda Near Peace Agreement Amid US Talks
The Democratic Republic of the Congo and Rwanda claim to want a draft of a peace agreement ready by May 2. They also promise to respect each other's sovereignty.
Trump Declines Tariff Relief for Norway, Suggests Higher Payments
The President of the USA, Donald Trump, has met Norway's Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre at the White House. Ukraine and trade were on the agenda, and the atmosphere was cheerful – but no tariff relief for Norway seems to be forthcoming.
NATO Chief Mark Rutte Heads to US for Key Meetings
Nato's Secretary General Mark Rutte is traveling to the USA for tough meetings over two days, the military alliance announces in a [press release](https://www. nato.
Ukraine Demands Ceasefire Before Land Negotiations with Russia
The USA wants to freeze the front lines and let Russia hold on to a large part of Ukraine to get an end to the war. But Ukraine and its European allies are said to have told the USA that it first requires a ceasefire and clarity on security guarantees before negotiations on territories can become relevant, sources tell Bloomberg.
Putin Proposes Frontline Freeze to US in Ukraine Talks
Russia's president Vladimir Putin has offered the USA to freeze the current frontline in Ukraine, according to several sources to Financial Times. .
US State Department to Cut 15% of Staff, Close 100 Offices
The personnel strength at the US Department of State is to be reduced by 15 percent and over 100 offices are to be closed, according to a downsizing plan. Foreign Minister Marco Rubio states that it is about a change of course from "decades of excess and bureaucracy".
Kallas Urges US to Fully Leverage Pressure Tactics on Russia
The USA has not used all its tools to put pressure on Russia. This is stated by the EU's Foreign Minister Kaja Kallas in an interview with AFP.
Russia Stresses Patience in Peace Talks as US Pushes for Quick Resolution
Russia does not think it's urgent to move forward in the talks about peace with Ukraine, in a situation where mediating USA wants to see things happen as quickly as possible. At the same time, it is announced that USA's envoy Steve Witkoff is expected to arrive in Moscow later this week.
US Urges Ukraine to Concede Crimea, Halt NATO Bid
The USA is reported to propose that Ukraine meets Russia's demands and gives up the Crimean Peninsula and the strive for Nato. According to President Zelensky, a Ukrainian delegation is traveling to London on Wednesday.
Trump Plans Drastic Cuts to US Diplomatic Presence in Africa
The Trump administration plans to drastically cut diplomatic relations with mainly African countries – and shut down operations related to democracy and human rights issues. .
USA Considers Recognizing Crimea as Russian in Peace Deal Talks
The USA is prepared to recognize the Ukrainian region of Crimea as Russian, as part of a broader peace agreement between Moscow and Kyiv, sources tell Bloomberg. .
Iran Nuclear Talks in Rome Face Doubts and Threats
Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says he has doubts about the US's intentions with talks about the Iranian nuclear energy program. Israel repeats threats to stop Iran from gaining access to nuclear weapons and that "a clear path" to fulfill the threat exists.
Trump Warns of Exiting Ukraine Talks if Progress Stalls
USA "is soon above" the attempts to reach a breakthrough in the talks about Ukraine, if Moscow and Kyiv do not act. This says USA's President Donald Trump and thereby repeats Foreign Minister Marco Rubio's previous warnings.
Ukraine Talks to Continue in London Next Week Following Paris Meeting
Talks in Paris about Ukraine's future resulted in a decision on a new meeting in London next week. After the meeting, the Russian Foreign Ministry announced that the USA had informed them about the content of the talks – which was confirmed by the American Foreign Ministry.
Macron Hosts Key Talks in Paris on Ukraine's Future with Global Leaders
France's President Emmanuel Macron emphasizes the importance of the talks about Ukraine's future that are taking place in Paris. A Ukrainian delegation is meeting there with representatives from the USA and Europe.
Macron and Rubio to Discuss Ukraine Conflict Resolution in Paris
The US Secretary of State Marco Rubio is on his way to Paris for talks on "ending the Ukraine war", his office announced. On Thursday, the US delegation will meet with French President Emmanuel Macron.
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