On Friday, U.S. President Donald Trump expressed optimism about the possibility of Russia and Ukraine agreeing to a 30-day ceasefire led by Washington, following discussions with Russian President Vladimir Putin. Putin endorsed the ceasefire idea with some reservations, citing concerns about enforcement and potential military advantages for Ukraine. Trump mentioned ongoing negotiations with Kyiv, including discussions on territorial concessions, the fate of the Zaporizhzhia nuclear facility, and Ukraine’s NATO membership, and expressed hope for further progress in talks with Putin.
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Appeals court lifts blocks on Trump’s orders restricting diversity, equity and inclusion programs
An appeals court lifted a block on executive orders by President Trump seeking to end government support for diversity, equity, and inclusion programs, allowing them to be enforced as a lawsuit unfolds. The court found that the orders could eventually raise concerns about First Amendment rights but ruled that the nationwide injunction was too broad. The orders, which target DEI programs, had been challenged for being unconstitutional and discouraging support for diversity initiatives. Full Article
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