News24 | No US boots on the ground in Ukraine, but Trump promises ‘vague’ support
Wednesday, 20 August 2025 () US President Donald Trump said he had ruled out putting US troops on the ground in Ukraine, but said the US might provide air support as part of a deal to end Russia’s war in the country.
In a fiery press briefing, Leavitt ruled out "American boots on the ground" in Ukraine, firmly shutting down the possibility of direct U.S. troop deployment. But in a surprise twist, she hinted that Trump is considering aerial support — raising the prospect of U.S. jets flying near or over...
Israel has launched Operation Gideon’s Chariots II, marking the decisive stage of war against Hamas. Defense Minister Israel Katz warned the “gates of hell” will open on Hamas unless hostages are freed and weapons surrendered. With 60,000 reservists, the IDF plans a four-phase offensive—encirclement, evacuation, and a final push into Gaza City. Netanyahu vowed no hostage will be left behind, while Trump backed Hamas’ “complete destruction.” Thousands flee south as Israel intensifies its most ambitious Gaza operation yet.
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Donald Trump took a dig at his former National Security Advisor John Bolton calling him a 'lowlife'. When asked about the FBI raids at Bolton's house Trump deflected the question saying he didn't know much about it.
The FBI raided Bolton's house as part of a classified documents investigation. Ordered by FBI Director Kash Patel, the raid comes days after Bolton publicly criticized Trump’s foreign policy, fueling speculation of political payback. Bolton slammed Trump’s India policy, calling tariffs against New Delhi a damaging mistake. Bolton has also criticised Trump’s conduct during his meeting with President Putin in Alaska, opining that Putin clearly won the Alaska summit while Trump left without a peace deal or ceasefire.
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The FBI has raided the Maryland home of former Trump National Security Adviser John Bolton as part of a classified documents investigation. Ordered by FBI Director Kash Patel, the raid comes days after Bolton publicly criticized Trump’s foreign policy, fueling speculation of political payback. Bolton slammed Trump’s India policy, calling tariffs against New Delhi a damaging mistake. Bolton has also criticised Trump’s conduct during his meeting with President Putin in Alaska, opining that Putin clearly won the Alaska summit while Trump left without a peace deal or ceasefire.
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President Donald Trump has acknowledged growing friction between Vladimir Putin and Volodymyr Zelensky, hinting that their peace talks may be on the verge of collapse. Speaking on the strained dynamic, Trump compared the leaders’ relationship to “oil and vinegar,” underscoring the deep divisions that continue to block any path toward resolution in the Russia-Ukraine conflict.
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Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has dropped a bombshell, exposing Donald Trump’s false claims about his meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. According to Lavrov, the White House encounter turned into a humiliation for Trump, as Zelensky allegedly outmaneuvered and embarrassed him on the global stage.
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More than a million people in Ukraine require evacuation from frontline areas, officials say
Over one million people in Ukraine need evacuation amid heavy Russian shelling and military assaults in the Donetsk and Dnipropetrovsk regions in Eastern Ukraine.
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The U.S. has shut its closest allies out of Ukraine peace intelligence in a stunning break with the Five Eyes alliance. A July 20 directive from DNI Tulsi Gabbard classified all Russia–Ukraine negotiation files as NOFORN—blocking access for the UK, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand. Reports first surfaced via CBS News, sparking outrage across NATO capitals. Critics say Trump’s “America First” strategy risks fracturing the alliance, weakening Kyiv, and handing Moscow leverage, with allies warning of possible retaliation.
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