Since his inauguration, President Donald Trump has engaged in diplomatic disputes with leaders worldwide, framing his actions as prioritizing “America first”. However, many leaders have seen political benefits from negotiating with Trump without compromising too much, leading to increases in approval ratings and poll gains. In Canada, Justin Trudeau’s resignation in favor of Mark Carney, coupled with Trump’s tariff threats, has resulted in the Liberal Party closing the gap with the Conservative Party in polls, with experts attributing this shift to a combination of factors including discomfort with the Conservative leader and Trump’s actions.
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The Papers: Ukraine truce hopes 'on a knife edge' and 'Worried sick'
In response to the government's benefits overhaul, concerns are raised about the impact on vulnerable individuals, with cuts affecting young people claiming out of work sickness benefits due to anxiety and depression. Ceasefire hopes for Ukraine are at risk after a phone call between Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin fails to halt the conflict, with Putin's demands frustrating Kyiv. Other headlines include GCSE exam changes, criticism of Nigel Farage, and a teenager's trial for killing...
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