Senate signals readiness to hit Russia with hard sanctions if peace deal fails
Monday, 18 August 2025 () While Republicans praised President Donald Trump's diplomatic efforts with Russian President Vladimir Putin and Senate Democrats largely panned the confab, lawmakers on both sides of the aisle signaled a desire to impose stiff sanctions against Moscow if peace talks faltered.
Former U.S. National Security Adviser John Bolton declared Vladimir Putin the “clear winner” of the high-stakes Alaska summit with Donald Trump, blasting the outcome as a diplomatic failure that delivered Moscow legitimacy while leaving Ukraine in limbo. Bolton said Trump “didn’t lose” but...
In a shocking moment at the White House, U.S. President Donald Trump defended Russian President Vladimir Putin in front of Ukrainian leader Volodymyr Zelensky, leaving the Ukrainian president speechless. Trump insisted that the focus should be on a “deal, not a ceasefire,” sparking global outrage and raising fears about Western unity in the war. He refused to directly condemn Russia’s invasion, even hinting at U.S. security guarantees for Ukraine’s future and suggesting that American troop deployment could be on the table, pending discussions with European allies. Trump also revealed that Putin is “waiting for his call” after the meeting — a statement that set off alarms in Kyiv, Brussels, and Washington. The tense encounter underscored growing fractures between Western allies over how to end the conflict, and left Zelensky visibly cornered in the most high-stakes meeting of his political career.
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Melania Trump walked straight into the global crossfire by putting pen to paper in a letter to Vladimir Putin -- and that's made her prime roast material,.. TMZ.com
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni delivered a firm and unexpected warning to Vladimir Putin during high-level talks at the White House, stunning President Trump and other leaders with what appeared to be a sharp U-turn in Italy’s stance. Declaring “Italy stands with Ukraine,” Meloni reaffirmed her country’s commitment to supporting Kyiv, while cautioning that “Russia should not be rewarded for aggression.” Her remarks reportedly caught Trump off guard, injecting new energy—and new tensions—into the already high-stakes discussions on the future of the war.
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Speculation is mounting in Washington as President Trump hints at possible secret backchannel talks with Vladimir Putin — leaving Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky visibly cornered. With whispers of a potential U.S.-Russia-Ukraine trilateral framework emerging, questions swirl over whether Trump is reshaping the war’s diplomacy or sidelining Kyiv in the name of a bigger geopolitical gamble. All eyes are now on the Oval Office as the drama unfolds
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In a stunning twist, President Trump claimed that Russian President Vladimir Putin has agreed to provide key security guarantees—raising speculation that the long and brutal Russia-Ukraine war could be entering its final chapter. While details of the alleged agreement remain unclear, Trump’s statement has sent shockwaves through Washington, Kyiv, and European capitals, sparking urgent questions about what compromises may be on the table and whether peace is truly within reach.
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Multilateral meeting between Trump, Zelenskyy and European leaders begins — live updates
The Ukrainian president and European allies are all in Washington for a meeting with Donald Trump, as the US pushes for a swift peace deal in Russia's all-out war in Ukraine.
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A high-voltage diplomatic showdown unfolds in Washington as President Trump hosts Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky alongside key EU leaders. French President Emmanuel Macron, Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, and UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer have all arrived for the big meeting. With Ukraine’s future, Russia’s war, and Europe’s security on the agenda, the White House is bracing for tense talks that could reshape the global balance of power.
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President Donald Trump has nominated State Department spokesperson and longtime Fox News contributor Tammy Bruce as the next U.S. deputy representative to the United Nations. Bruce, a fierce defender of Trump’s “America First” policies, has served as State Department spokesperson since his inauguration in January. Known for defending the administration’s tough stances on immigration, Russia’s war in Ukraine, and Israel’s Gaza offensive, Bruce is expected to bring combative rhetoric to the UN stage.
Her appointment will require Senate confirmation, where Republicans hold a majority. Trump praised her “fantastic job” at State, while Bruce called the role an honor and vowed to continue advancing U.S. priorities abroad. She will serve under Mike Waltz, Trump’s pick for UN envoy, whose confirmation is pending. The move signals Trump’s push for loyalist voices in high-profile diplomatic posts at a time of intense geopolitical tensions.
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Brazil's political crisis deepens as lawmakers in Congress stage a dramatic protest against the Supreme Court's decision to place former President Jair Bolsonaro under house arrest for violating a social media ban. Members from six major right-wing parties—including PL, PP, PSD, Novo, and Republicans—taped their mouths shut and threatened to occupy the plenary halls of both the House and Senate. Flávio Bolsonaro denounced the judiciary’s actions as a targeted assault on his family, while senior MPs demanded total amnesty and even impeachment of Minister Alexandre de Moraes. With threats of “war” from Bolsonaro’s allies and growing public anger, Brazil faces a possible constitutional showdown.
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As the 2026 Senate elections approach, both Republicans and Democrats are gearing up for a high-stakes battle. With the GOP holding a narrow 53–47 majority, control of just five key seats could determine how much power Donald Trump holds in a possible second term. Democrats are strategizing to flip seats across the South and Midwest, while Trump faces internal GOP rifts and divisive primaries. The outcome could define everything from legislation to Supreme Court picks. The fight for Congress is already underway—and it’s anything but certain.
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In a fierce response, former President Obama blasts Trump’s baseless treason accusations as a desperate distraction from the Epstein scandal fallout. Despite Trump’s wild conspiracy theories naming Obama and others as the leaders of a ‘coup,’ multiple independent investigations and a bipartisan Senate report confirm Russia interfered to help Trump win in 2016. Watch as the political battle heats up with shocking revelations, misinformation, and escalating attacks. Don’t miss the full breakdown of the explosive claims and counterclaims shaking U.S. politics in 2025.
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Senator Lindsey Graham reveals that a sweeping new Senate sanctions bill is on the brink of passage, offering President Trump a “sledgehammer” to punish not only Russia but also its key global allies like China, India, and Brazil. The legislation empowers Trump to levy up to 500% in tariffs on any nation that continues trading with Moscow — a dramatic escalation in US policy that could reshape global trade dynamics.
Graham predicts “maximum flexibility” for presidential enforcement and signals an imminent surge in military aid to Ukraine, funded by frozen Russian assets. While Moscow dismisses the move as futile and claims it merely fuels Russia’s independence, the US plans to ratchet up pressure if diplomatic efforts falter. As this bold strategy takes shape, the world braces for a seismic shift in economic warfare.
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