The Trump administration has placed around 60 USAID officials on leave amid a sweeping foreign aid review.
The move follows Trump’s executive order halting most foreign aid for 90 days, citing potential policy violations.
Critics claim it suppresses dissent, as exemptions for Ukraine-related programs were reportedly denied.
Secretary of State Marco Rubio exempted only emergency food aid and military support for Israel and Egypt.
The decision has triggered program shutdowns and staff layoffs globally, intensifying scrutiny over US foreign aid policies.
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'Peace is not possible': Kyiv residents remain pessimistic over Trump-Putin talks
Ukrainian citizens view the Russian president's words to Donald Trump as a "stalling tactic," as Moscow's all-out war continues well into its fourth year.
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USAID dismantling plan confirmed! President Trump’s USAID shutdown move gains momentum as Secretary of State Marco Rubio announces the official reorganization. The Trump-supported USAID dismantling plan aims to cut costs and streamline foreign aid programs. As part of this USAID shutdown, non-essential positions will be eliminated by July 2025. Essential programs will shift to the State Department under new reforms. Stay updated on the USAID closure timeline and Trump’s government efficiency drive.
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In a tense Senate exchange, U.S. Senator Marco Rubio defended the U.S. support for Israel while addressing concerns raised by Senator Jeff Merkley about the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza. Merkley challenged the strategy behind the flow of aid to Gaza, questioning the U.S.'s stance on Israel's tactics. Rubio responded firmly, emphasizing the importance of eliminating Hamas to secure a peaceful future for the people of Gaza. The heated discussion escalated as Merkley presented a shocking "before and after" poster depicting the devastating impact of the ongoing conflict. Watch this explosive moment in the Senate and see how the U.S. government's stance on Gaza is being fiercely debated.
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US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has cautioned against indefinite peace negotiations between Russia and Ukraine following their first direct talks in three years, held in Istanbul. The meeting led to a major prisoner swap and discussions on a future ceasefire. Rubio emphasized that while peace is crucial, Washington demands tangible results and won’t support open-ended talks. He also warned of new sanctions if no deal is reached. Meanwhile, Moscow insists that Ukraine’s NATO ambitions and military posture must be addressed to secure a lasting truce.
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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, Ukraine’s Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha said in Brussels on Tuesday, confirming that the Holy See proposed to host the talks.
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Russian drone strikes hit homes in Kherson and Sloviansk
Five people were injured and several homes damaged after Russian drone strikes hit the Ukrainian port city of Kherson in the early hours of Tuesday.
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Israel intensifies its military campaign in Gaza under Operation “Gideon’s Chariots,” launching simultaneous ground assaults in both the north and south. Airstrikes overnight have killed over 100 people, with Gaza’s last northern hospitals—like the Indonesian facility—now shut down, triggering a dire medical crisis. While Israel allows limited food aid to prevent mass hunger, its strategy seeks to segment Gaza and isolate Hamas fighters. As ceasefire talks resume in Qatar, Israel insists on hostage release and Hamas disarmament, while Hamas refuses to negotiate under fire, warning escalation won’t bring peace or freedom for captives. Mediators from the U.S., Qatar, and Egypt race to salvage dialogue amid deepening violence.
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Hamas welcomed a rare joint statement from the UK, France, and Canada that sharply criticized Israel’s Gaza offensive and threatened concrete action if hostilities continue. The three nations demanded an immediate end to Israel's Operation Gideon’s Chariots and full restoration of humanitarian aid. Hamas hailed the move as a “principled stance” against what it called genocide and forced displacement in Gaza. The West’s warning could reshape international pressure on Israel, with potential sanctions and trade reviews looming. Netanyahu, however, dismissed the declaration as a betrayal of Israel’s fight against barbarism.
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UK suspends trade talks with Israel and sanctions West Bank settlers
UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy announced on Tuesday the suspension of free trade negotiations with Israel and new sanctions on West Bank settlements.
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