Hockey legend Wayne Gretzky has faced criticism from fellow Canadians for his support of President Donald Trump, who has drawn disdain from Canada for suggesting it should become the “51st state” and imposing tariffs on Canadian goods. Despite being named Canada’s honorary captain before a championship game, Gretzky received backlash, prompting fellow Canadian hockey legend Bobby Orr to defend him in a column. Gretzky’s wife, Janet, thanked Orr for his support, but criticism continued over Gretzky’s ties to Trump and his attendance at Trump’s victory party and inauguration.
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Will Russia agree to a ceasefire after U.S.-Ukraine talks?
Russian President Vladimir Putin has not offered any concessions to end the war with Ukraine, while Washington has suggested Ukraine must surrender territory to Russia and give up NATO aspirations. Other voices in Moscow, including ultranationalist Alexander Dugin, are wary of a ceasefire deal proposed by Rubio and National Security adviser Mike Waltz. The proposal includes resuming U.S. aid to Ukraine and enforcing a 30-day ceasefire, leaving the decision up to Moscow to accept or...
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