A United States-led ceasefire agreement in Ukraine is not imminent, as Russia and the US focus on bilateral issues rather than discussing Ukraine in their talks. Russian officials have criticized European leaders for supporting Ukraine, while Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov accuses Kyiv of not wanting peace. President Trump echoes Russian sentiments, leading to a breach in US-Ukrainian relations and a cutoff of military and intelligence aid. European allies are stepping up military support for Ukraine, as US credibility is questioned by experts and allies alike.
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France considers axing bank holidays – would Brits riot if UK does the same?
Bank holidays are cherished by UK workers, but with the country facing economic challenges, experts debate whether scrapping a holiday could boost productivity and GDP. While some argue for cutting less culturally significant days, others warn that reducing time off could harm morale and negatively impact the struggling hospitality sector. Explain It To Me Like I'm 5: Experts debate whether the UK should consider scrapping a bank holiday to boost economic productivity, highlighting potential benefits...
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