State of the Union: Rutte new NATO chief, EU accession talks with Ukraine
This edition of State of the Union focuses on Mark Rutte's appointment as the next NATO secretary general and the opening of EU accession talks with Ukraine
The Prime Minister visited a Lidl in north London on Tuesday afternoon as he sought to promote the impact of his trade deal with the EU. Speaking to broadcasters, Sir Keir Starmer said: ''We are in Lidl because the deal that we struck yesterday will mean lower prices in our supermarkets.'' Report by Gluszczykm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Which EU country seizes the highest amount of fake goods?
EU customs officers reported significant volumes of counterfeit goods that pose health and safety issues.
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Senior government ministers depart Number Ten following Sir Keir Starmer chaired his first Cabinet meeting since the government agreed new arrangements with the European Union on Monday. Report by Gluszczykm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
Can the EU do enough to attract scientists to work in its countries?
Europe is home to more than two million researchers and the bloc wants to attract many more, especially after restrictions imposed by the US government on the scientific community. Will the "Choose Europe" initiative be enough to make the EU a world leader in science?
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Shadow foreign secretary Priti Patel urges the government to provide details on the new deal with the European Union and to face scrutiny in the House of Commons. Report by Gluszczykm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn
In a striking confession, Donald Trump declared the Ukraine-Russia war âwas never Americaâs war,â blaming the Biden administration for dragging the U.S. into it. Trump emphasized it shouldâve remained a European issue and criticized the flow of U.S. funds. After a phone call with Russian President Vladimir Putin, Trump claimed both sides will soon begin ceasefire talks. Putin called their discussion âfrankâ and âuseful.â Trump reiterated diplomacyânot warâwas his administrationâs approach, though he acknowledged the U.S. has a significant stake.
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President Donald Trump says his two-hour call with Vladimir Putin on the Ukraine war âwent very well.â Following the conversation, Trump announced that Russia and Ukraine will immediately begin negotiations toward a ceasefire. Describing the call as âexcellent,â Trump emphasized that only Russia and Ukraine can define the terms. He claimed Russia is eager to pursue major trade with the U.S. post-war and that both Russia and Ukraine could benefit economically. Trump also held follow-up talks with Ukrainian President Zelenskyy and European leaders on next steps toward peace.
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Following a two-hour call with former President Donald Trump, Russian President Vladimir Putin voiced support for a ceasefire and expressed willingness to pursue a memorandum with Ukraine. Putin emphasized that peace must come through mutual compromises acceptable to all parties involved. The White House confirmed the extended conversation between the two leaders, as Trump prepares for further talks with Ukrainian President Zelenskyy and key NATO allies. With global tensions rising, this development signals a possible shift in the ongoing Ukraine conflict.
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NATO faces a deepening crisis as a major corruption probe targets its support and procurement agency. Coordinated raids across six countries, including the U.S., led to multiple arrests over allegations of bribery, money laundering, and misuse of classified data in defense contracts. Belgian authorities confirmed drone and ammunition deals are under scrutiny. NATO says it is cooperating fully. Secretary General Mark Rutte vowed to âclean houseâ as the scandal threatens procurement efforts amid urgent calls to arm Ukraine.
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NATO General Mark Rutte slammed Russia for sending a âlow-levelâ delegation to the Peace talks being held in Istanbul. Rutte also objected to Vladimir Putin not attending the talks, especially when Zelensky was present, calling it a missed opportunity. He added that Ukraine was ready for peace, but the ball was in Russiaâs court.
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Mark Rutte, former Prime Minister of the Netherlands and NATO Secretary-General, discusses his past work with President Putin, noting that the future of Ukraine is now in Russia's hands. Rutte reveals NATO's plans to match U.S. defense spending with trillions, stressing the importance of strengthening NATO's position. As tensions rise in the region, Rutteâs statements underscore the urgent need for strategic action and cooperation, particularly as Ukraine continues to make diplomatic progress, leaving Russia with critical decisions on the table.
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Kyiv to consider the Vatican for Zelenskyy-Putin meeting, Foreign Minister Sybiha tells Euronews
Kyiv is interested in a direct Zelenskyy-Putin face-to-face, Ukraineâs Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha said in Brussels on Tuesday, confirming that the Holy See proposed to host the talks.
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'Peace is not possible': Kyiv residents remain pessimistic over Trump-Putin talks
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Russian drone strikes hit homes in Kherson and Sloviansk
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