South Korea’s spy agency confirmed that two North Korean soldiers captured by Ukrainian forces have not sought asylum in South Korea, prompting Ukrainian President Zelenskyy to offer to return them to North Korea in exchange for Ukrainian prisoners of war. The soldiers, part of North Korea’s first large-scale conflict since the Korean War, have struggled to adapt to modern warfare tactics and have faced high casualties, with some ordered to commit suicide. South Korea is cautious about facilitating their asylum, citing legal and diplomatic considerations, while also expressing concerns about North Korea gaining combat experience and technology from Russia through their involvement in the Ukraine crisis.
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Kevin Hassett says if Senate finds Medicare abuse, then “we would look at it” in Trump bill
Kevin Hassett, director of the White House National Economic Council, clarified that the Trump administration is not targeting Medicare in its budget proposal but is open to addressing any identified fraud or abuse. He dismissed claims of Medicare cuts as "fake news," while Senate Republicans work on the House-passed budget bill, which includes significant tax cuts and changes to Medicaid. Some GOP senators express concerns over the Medicaid provisions, highlighting the need for careful negotiation...
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