Live: Macron calls for peace plan to ensure ‘strong Ukrainian army’ without ‘limitation’

A federal judge in California has ruled that the Trump administration must provide bond hearings to migrants detained by US immigration authorities, particularly those who were already residing in the country at the time of their detention. This decision allows these individuals to seek release on bond while their deportation cases are ongoing.

The Pentagon has initiated an investigation into Arizona Senator Mark Kelly following his participation in a video where he, alongside five other Democratic lawmakers, urged U.S. troops to refuse illegal orders. This inquiry was prompted by a memo from Donald Trump’s defense secretary, Pete Hegseth, to Navy Secretary John Phelan, suggesting potential breaches of military law by Kelly.

Donald Trump has expressed optimism regarding a potential meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, contingent upon the finalization of a peace deal for Ukraine. He indicated that his peace plan is nearing completion, with only a few points of disagreement remaining.

US President Donald Trump announced the appointment of special envoy Steve Witkoff to travel to Moscow for discussions with President Vladimir Putin regarding proposals to end the ongoing Ukraine war. Despite previous optimism from the White House, negotiations have not yet resolved critical issues such as territorial control and security guarantees.

French President Emmanuel Macron is preparing to announce a new version of France's Universal National Service (SNU), emphasizing the need for moral forces to address rising global threats. This initiative aims to raise national awareness and readiness in light of the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, where civilian support for the military has been significant.

Steve Witkoff, Donald Trump's special envoy, reportedly informed Yuri Ushakov, a senior Kremlin official, that peace in Ukraine would necessitate territorial concessions, specifically regarding Donetsk, during a phone call on October 14. Witkoff suggested that these concessions were essential for a successful peace deal while encouraging a more optimistic framing of discussions with Trump.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has expressed readiness to meet with former U.S. President Donald Trump to discuss a newly proposed peace framework aimed at resolving the ongoing conflict with Russia. Zelenskyy emphasized the necessity for clear indications that Russia is committed to ending its aggressive actions before any agreement can be finalized.

Paris police have arrested three individuals suspected of espionage for Russia and of promoting propaganda in support of the Kremlin's military actions. The arrests were confirmed by prosecutors on Tuesday, highlighting ongoing concerns about foreign influence and security in France.