Zelenskyy ready to work on US-backed plan to end Russia-Ukraine war

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced plans to negotiate with former U.S. President Donald Trump regarding a U.S.-backed peace proposal that requires Ukraine to make significant concessions to end the ongoing conflict with Russia. The president's office confirmed receipt of the draft plan, which was developed by U.S. and Russian officials, and indicated that discussions with Trump would occur in the coming days.

Nnamdi Kanu, the leader of the Biafran separatist movement, has been convicted of terrorism charges by a Nigerian court. The court found him guilty of inciting violence in his campaign for a separate state in southeastern Nigeria. This conviction follows a series of violent incidents linked to his leadership, raising concerns about ongoing tensions in the region.

Leading US stock markets experienced a decline shortly after a brief rally sparked by Nvidia's strong earnings report. The initial optimism faded as concerns about a potential bubble in the artificial intelligence sector resurfaced, putting pressure on technology stocks central to the AI boom.

Jessie Diggins, the most decorated American cross-country skier, has announced her retirement at the end of the season. As the world’s No. 1 ranked skier, she will compete in her fourth Olympics at Milano-Cortina and finish her career at the World Cup finals in Lake Placid. Diggins has achieved three overall World Cup titles, three distance globes, and four Olympic medals, significantly impacting the sport in the US.

A U.S. official presented a draft peace deal to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in Kyiv, emphasizing that any agreement must be approved by Ukraine and should not lead to its capitulation. European officials reiterated the importance of Ukrainian sovereignty in any peace negotiations.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is set to speak with former U.S. President Donald Trump following the proposal of a peace plan for Ukraine drafted by U.S. and Russian officials, reportedly without Ukraine's involvement. The plan aims to address the ongoing conflict but has raised concerns regarding territorial concessions.

Former US Vice President Dick Cheney, a key architect of the Iraq War, has passed away at the age of 84. His funeral was attended by former presidents and national figures, although Donald Trump was notably absent. Cheney's legacy remains contentious, reflecting deep political divisions in the US.

Ukraine continues to face significant challenges in its ongoing military conflict, which has escalated since 2014. A new US-Russia plan to end the war has emerged, raising concerns among Ukrainians about potential territorial concessions and military reductions. This proposal, developed by US and Russian officials, is perceived as pressuring Ukraine to appease Russia, including cultural changes that may suppress the Ukrainian language.