The Ukraine peace deal has stumbled yet again over an inevitable obstacle: Putin

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced that a meeting will be arranged between Ukrainian and U.S. negotiators following the return of Trump's team from Moscow, where they engaged in discussions with Russian President Vladimir Putin regarding the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.

Immigration groups and lawmakers are criticizing President Donald Trump's decision to halt immigration applications from 19 countries already under U.S. travel restrictions, following a shooting incident that injured two National Guard members. This policy memo from U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services includes an immediate hold on asylum applications from all nationalities, raising concerns about the implications for those seeking refuge in the U.S.

Donald Trump's World Cup supremo has announced that the president is committed to ensuring the safety of the upcoming 2026 World Cup tournament, stating that he 'never rules anything out' in this regard. This declaration comes as preparations intensify for the event, which will be hosted in the United States.

NATO chief Mark Rutte responded to Vladimir Putin's assertive remarks, affirming the alliance's readiness to protect Europe. Analyst Peter Zalmayev noted that Putin's confidence stems from a lack of international repercussions for NATO airspace violations.

Algoma Steel has reported that loans facilitated by Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney have helped preserve two-thirds of its jobs, despite recent layoffs. The company is actively working to reduce its reliance on the U.S. market, which has been affected by significant tariffs imposed by former President Donald Trump.

European Union lawmakers and member states have reached a significant agreement to ban all imports of Russian gas by the end of 2027, aiming to reduce financial support for Moscow amid the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. This decision reflects a compromise between various EU stakeholders, with the European Parliament advocating for a quicker ban.

Russian President Vladimir Putin has indicated a readiness for war with Europe if conflict arises, stalling progress on a peace plan for Ukraine that was being negotiated by the U.S. under Donald Trump. This declaration comes amid heightened tensions and accusations against European nations for undermining peace negotiations.

Russian President Vladimir Putin remains resolute in continuing the war in Ukraine, despite increasing economic challenges within Russia. Recent talks with U.S. Special Envoy Steve Witkoff were characterized as 'constructive,' yet significant work remains to achieve peace. Putin's statements indicate a readiness for conflict, particularly with European nations, should they pursue aggression.