Tuesday, March 4, 2025

US PAUSES MILITARY AID TO UKRAINE

US President Donald Trump has paused military aid to Ukraine as he seeks to pressure President Volodymyr Zelensky into committing to peace talks.

Officials say the US is reviewing its support to "ensure that it is contributing to a solution".

It follows the two leaders' heated clash at the White House last week.

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has reiterated he's prepared to send British troops to Ukraine to police a peace agreement with Russia.

But Matthew Savill, director of military sciences at defence thinktank RUSI, says we may never reach that point.

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China vows to hit back against US tariffs linked to fentanyl

INTRO: Beijing has vowed to retaliate against fresh US import tariffs set to take effect on Tuesday, saying the Trump administration was trying to "shift the blame" and "bully" Beijing over fentanyl flows.

Trump announced he would increase tariffs on Chinese products by an additional 10 percentage points for the second time in two months. The tariffs are an additional hike to preexisting levies on thousands of Chinese goods. Laura Westbrook has more from Hong Kong.


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Trump suspends all military aide to Ukraine

US President Donald Trump has ordered an immediate suspension of American military support for Ukraine, just days after his on-camera argument with the Ukrainian President, Volodymyr Zelensky.


The White House says the suspension will remain in force until the Ukrainians demonstrate a "good faith commitment to peace".


Our Washington Correspondent Simon Marks reports.


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Monday, March 3, 2025

US TARIFFS ON CANADA, MEXICO AND CHINA TO GO AHEAD - TRUMP

After weeks of speculation, U.S. President Donald Trump has announced that 25% tariffs will be imposed on imports from Canada and Mexico, plus another 10% on China, effective Tuesday, U.S. time.

US markets reacted to the news with the S&P 500 marking its worst day since December, while the Dow Jones dropped more than 600 points.

Mitch McCann reports:

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​Chip Maker TSMC to invest $100b in US

Taiwanese chipmaker TSMC says it will invest an additional $100 billion in the US - allowing it to significantly expand its production capacity and bring cutting edge technology to the US. Toni Waterman has more.

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Trump slams Zelensky on Truth Social over how long the war will last

U.S. President Donald Trump has slammed Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky for saying the end of the war with Russia is “ very, very far away.”

The relationship between the two men is in tatters following a dramatic exchange of words at talks in Washington on Friday.


Now, Donald Trump is warning that America’s patience is running out.


Nina-Maria Potts reports:


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US Cyber Command to halt operations against Russia

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has ordered U.S. Cyber Command to halt offensive operations against Russia, according to multiple reports.


Kate Fisher reports from Washington


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Inflation figures muddle ECB rate cut plan

Stubbornly high inflation in Europe could complicate the European
Central Bank's plan to cut interest rates.

Price pressures did ease last month but by less than analysts were expecting.

William Denselow reports from Brussels.

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Russia welcomes Trump's approach to Ukraine

US Republicans continue to back president Donald Trump following
Friday's fractious Oval Office meeting with the Ukrainian leader
Volodymyr Zelenskyy.

Russia is also viewing the combative encounter favourably, with the
Kremlin noting the US' change in "foreign policy configurations".

Nick Harper reports from Washington.

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President Macron suggests one-month truce in peace plan for Ukraine

President Macron has suggested there would be a one-month truce in Ukraine, in comments he made to a French newspaper on his return from a major summit in London.

However, on Monday a British minister said there had been no firm agreement on the plan between the UK and France.

Ross Cullen reports.

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Anora Wins Big At The Oscars

The independent film Anora was the big winner of the night at the Oscars.


Despite being made for a budget of only $6 million, it picked up five awards including Best Picture and Best Director. 


It's star Mikey Madison won Best Actress for her performance as a sex worker who marries the son of an oligarch. Best Actor went to Adrien Brody for his role in The Brutalist.


Entertainment reporter Charlie Girling, says it was a 'vintage Oscars':


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UN, Arab states and aid agencies condemn Israel's block on humanitarian aid entering Gaza


The United Nations, several Arab states and aid agencies have condemned Israel's decision to prevent humanitarian aid from entering Gaza.

The move follows the expiry of phase one of the Gaza ceasefire over the weekend.

Giles Gibson reports from Tel Aviv.

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Uganda Reports Second Ebola Death

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Uganda has recorded its second death from Ebola-Sudan, a rare strain of the deadly virus.

 

The latest victim is a 4-year-old child. The UN World Health Organization confirmed the news, bringing the total number of cases in the country to 10.


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RADIO: ITURI KILLINGS

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Authorities in the Democratic Republic of Congo say more than 100 people have died in attacks by armed groups in the northeast of the country since last month. The clashes broke out in Djugu territory in Ituri Province. Security officials have blamed the killings on the CODECO militia that has been attacking civilians in the region for several years. Chris Ocamringa has more from Kinshasa...

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ZELENSKY: HAPPY TO RETURN TO WHITE HOUSE FOR TALKS

Ukraine's President Volodomyr Zelensky says he'd be happy to return to the White House despite last week's talks there collapsing.

President Zelensky had a public falling out with US President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance on Friday.

Over the weekend he attended talks in London, at which the UK said it would put together a 'coalition of the willing' to police any peace deal between Ukraine and Russia.

Zelensky says he'd like to have private talks with President Trump next time - but would go back to Washington soon if asked to do so.

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A delegation from the IMF is in Islamabad

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A delegation from the International Monetary Fund is visiting Islamabad for the first review of a $7 billion loan program.

Nathan Porter, the IMF chief for Pakistan, will lead a delegation during their two week visit to Islamabad.

This review is crucial for the nation as it grapples with what has been a prolonged economic downturn.

Hira Mustafa has more. 

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Workers remain trapped in tunnel in south India as rescue efforts continue

Eight workers are still trapped more than a week after the collapse of a tunnel in south India.

Rescue operations are continuing, but officials say the exact whereabouts of the workers are still unknown.

Rebecca Bundhun has more.

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China factory activity picks up, showing economy’s resilience in face of tariffs

INTRO: China's manufacturing activity picked up last month, indicating economic resilience in the face of US President Donald Trump slapping more tariffs on China's exports.

The latest data comes as policymakers are expected to announce that they'll push China's official budget deficit target to the highest in over three decades. Laura Westbrook reports from Hong Kong.
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Sunday, March 2, 2025

Trump makes English official language of US

Donald Trump has made English the official language of the United States.


The US President signed an executive order over the weekend rescinding a decades-old policy that required government bodies to provide language assistance to non-English speakers. 


Benji Hyer reports. 


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Saturday, March 1, 2025

European leaders back Ukraine after Zelenskyy row

Leaders across Europe have come out in support of Ukraine's President
Volodymyr Zelensky following a heated exchange with U.S. President
Donald Trump.

European powers are gathering for a meeting in London on Sunday to
discuss ongoing support for Kyiv and how to handle the transatlantic
relationship.

William Denselow reports from Brussels.

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