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Hitting penguins where it hurts: Trump’s tariffs target remote island
Penguin memes went viral after Trump targeted their island with tariffs.

Trump ‘pissed off’ with Putin as Ukraine ceasefire talks stall
The US President threatens to ramp up sanctions on Russia.

Vance accuses Denmark of neglecting Greenland: ‘You have under-invested’
US Vice-President's visit to the Pituffik Base was seen as a provocation by Denmark.

How a mild-mannered family man became Putin’s public enemy No 1
Times: '[My wife] said she married a fun DJ... And a DJ doesn’t usually get killed.'

‘Right steps’: Black Sea truce talks as US offers export incentives
Ukraine's Zelensky said it's too early to tell if the agreements will work.

Why Trump’s Ukraine talks are raising concerns in Kyiv and Nato
US President says US ownership of Ukrainian power plants 'best protection' for them.

Russia rejects US-backed truce proposal, escalates attacks on Ukraine
Russia bombed civilian sites after rejecting a US-backed ceasefire.

Putin, Trump agree to energy truce, full ceasefire remains elusive
Kyiv supports the energy truce but says Putin's refusal shows he's not ready for peace.

Watch: Ukrainians hunted on the road of death
The R200 road is littered with destroyed vehicles and remains.

‘Not serious about peace’: Keir Starmer criticises Putin’s stance
Ukraine agreed to a 30-day ceasefire, but Russia delayed talks, the UK PM said.

‘Reasons to feel cautious optimism’: Kremlin on US ceasefire talks
US officials conceded Ukraine would lose territory in any peace deal.

Putin urges Ukrainian troops to surrender amid US ceasefire talks
Trump pleaded with Putin to spare surrounded Ukrainian troops in Kursk.

What Putin wants in exchange for ceasefire – and will Trump accept?
Analysis: Vladimir Putin appeared on the front lines, signalling tough negotiations.

Putin reacts to ceasefire proposal and investors welcomed for summit | NZ Herald News Update
Vladimir Putin has signalled support for a 30-day ceasefire with Ukraine, and overseas investors are welcomed on day two of the Infrastructure Investment Summit. Video / NZ Herald

Putin reacts to US-Ukraine ceasefire proposal, suggests talks with Trump
Russian President suggests discussing the truce details with Donald Trump.

Trump threatens to devastate Russian economy if Putin refuses peace deal
‘I hope it’s not going to be necessary,’ says US president.

‘The ball is in Russia’s court’: US pushes for Ukraine ceasefire
Ukraine agreed to a ceasefire after US promised to restart intelligence sharing.

‘Went through a hell of a lot with me’: How Trump’s words reveal what he really thinks about Putin
Trump praised Putin, calling him 'a very smart guy' and 'a cunning person'.

Donald Trump threatens new ‘large-scale’ sanctions on Russia
'Russia is absolutely ‘pounding’ Ukraine on the battlefield right now', Trump writes.

Why Macron’s nuclear comments have provoked Russia’s ire
Vladimir Putin likens French President to Napoleon, recalling past conflicts with Russia.

‘Ready for peace talks’: Zelensky seeks new US talks after Trump meeting
Ukraine plans talks with the US after intelligence sharing paused.