Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be conferred with Mauritius's highest honour, The Grand Commander of the Order of the Star and Key of the Indian Ocean, becoming the first Indian to receive this award.&nbsp;
This will also mark the 21st international award conferred upon PM Modi by a foreign nation.
Mauritian Prime Minister Navin Ramgoolam on Tuesday announced that PM Modi will be conferred with the honour.
Indian PM is on an official visit to Mauritius at the invitation of PM Ramgaloom.&nbsp;
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PM Ramgaloom said that Modi is the fifth foreign national to receive this distinguished recognition.
"The Grand Commander of the Order of the Star and Key of the Indian Ocean' is very fitting for you, Prime Minister," he said during the event.&nbsp;
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<h2>OCI cards to Mauritian PM, his wife</h2>
Earlier in the day, PM Modi handed over Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) cards to Mauritius Prime Minister Ramgoolam and his spouse Veena Ramgoolam.&nbsp;
This marks India's commitment to its diaspora and bilateral relations with the country.&nbsp;
The cards were handed over before the beginning of the community event, attended by over 3,500 people, including members of the Mauritius cabinet.&nbsp;
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&ldquo;It is a pleasant surprise for me and my wife,&rdquo; Ramgoolam said after the announcement.
PM Modi also presented them with holy Sangam water from MahaKumbh in a Brass and Copper pot, superfood Makhana and a Banarasi Saree in a Sadeli box for the first lady of Mauritius.&nbsp;
Tomorrow, PM Modi is expected to sign at least eight Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) in areas including community development projects, maritime security and culture.
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(With inputs from agencies)
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India news, World: Mauritian PM announced that PM Modi will be conferred with the honour as the Indian PM is on an official visit to Mauritius at the invitation of PM Ramgaloom.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be conferred with Mauritius's highest honour, The Grand Commander of the Order of the Star and Key of the Indian Ocean, becoming the first Indian to receive this award. This will also mark the 21st international award conferred upon PM Modi by a foreign nation. Mauritian Prime Minister Navin Ramgoolam on Tuesday announced that PM Modi will be conferred with the honour. Indian PM is on an official visit to Mauritius at the invitation of PM Ramgaloom. Also read: Indian PM Modi greeted with Bhojpuri folk song in Mauritius PM Ramgaloom said that Modi is the fifth foreign national to receive this distinguished recognition. "The Grand Commander of the Order of the Star and Key of the Indian Ocean' is very fitting for you, Prime Minister," he said during the event. Also read: Explainer: Enhanced maritime cooperation to strengthen India-Mauritius ties OCI cards to Mauritian PM, his wife Earlier in the day, PM Modi handed over Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) cards to Mauritius Prime Minister Ramgoolam and his spouse Veena Ramgoolam. This marks India's commitment to its diaspora and bilateral relations with the country. The cards were handed over before the beginning of the community event, attended by over 3,500 people, including members of the Mauritius cabinet. Also read: Lalit Modi denies ‘false’ extradition claims after Vanuatu’s PM cancels his passport “It is a pleasant surprise for me and my wife,” Ramgoolam said after the announcement. PM Modi also presented them with holy Sangam water from MahaKumbh in a Brass and Copper pot, superfood Makhana and a Banarasi Saree in a Sadeli box for the first lady of Mauritius. Tomorrow, PM Modi is expected to sign at least eight Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) in areas including community development projects, maritime security and culture. Also read: Ahead of PM Modi’s visit, Mauritius FM Ramful says ties with India ‘special and unique’ (With inputs from agencies)

'First Indian to receive honour': PM Modi to  be conferred with Mauritius' highest honour

As Trump began the biggest immigration crackdown in the US, his administration announced on Monday (March 10) that it has now reimagined the app as a platform for "self-deportation".&nbsp;
The app was originally created to facilitate asylum appointments for people at the southern border to apply for asylum in the US.&nbsp;
The app, CBP Home, allows immigrants to submit an "intent to depart". The US Customs and Border Patrol said that it offers them a chance to leave without "harsher consequences".&nbsp;
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Kristi Noem, the secretary of Homeland Security, announced that the app had been rebranded as &ldquo;CBP Home&rdquo; and people using the old CBP One would be redirected to the new version.&nbsp;
&ldquo;The CBP Home app gives aliens the option to leave now and self-deport, so they may still have the opportunity to return legally in the future and live the American dream,&rdquo; Noem said. &ldquo;If they don&rsquo;t, we will find them, we will deport them, and they will never return.&rdquo;
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) said that the app&rsquo;s &ldquo;self-deportation functionality is part of a larger $200 million domestic and international ad campaign&rdquo;
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The Department added that this way will encourage undocumented immigrants to "Stay Out and Leave Now".&nbsp;
During the 2024 presidential campaign, Trump has long pressed the issue of mass deportations and illegal immigrants living in the US.&nbsp;
On the day one of coming into power, Trump issued a directive abruptly ending the government&rsquo;s use of CBP One. Moreover, his administration has already cancelled several legal pathways for immigrants to enter America, categorically banning asylum at the US borders.&nbsp;
As the Trump administration cancelled the CBP One app, around 30,000 people waiting in Mexico with appointments scheduled with US immigration officials lost them and were left in limbo.&nbsp;
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<h2>Human rights group criticise new app</h2>
Human rights groups and immigration lawyers have been criticising the app, calling out racial biases in its facial recognition features and language issues.&nbsp;
A report from Human Rights Watch (HRW) stated that forcing migrants to use the app and wait in Mexico for appointments with immigration officials had the effect of stranding vulnerable groups in Mexico and enriching organised crime groups.
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(With inputs from agencies)

World: CBP Home allows immigrants to submit an "intent to depart". The US Customs and Border Patrol said that it offers them a chance to leave without "harsher consequences".

As Trump began the biggest immigration crackdown in the US, his administration announced on Monday (March 10) that it has now reimagined the app as a platform for "self-deportation". The app was originally created to facilitate asylum appointments for people at the southern border to apply for asylum in the US. The app, CBP Home, allows immigrants to submit an "intent to depart". The US Customs and Border Patrol said that it offers them a chance to leave without "harsher consequences". Also read: Trump's immigration crackdown: Mandatory online registry with names, fingerprints to track illegal immigrants Kristi Noem, the secretary of Homeland Security, announced that the app had been rebranded as “CBP Home” and people using the old CBP One would be redirected to the new version. “The CBP Home app gives aliens the option to leave now and self-deport, so they may still have the opportunity to return legally in the future and live the American dream,” Noem said. “If they don’t, we will find them, we will deport them, and they will never return.” The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) said that the app’s “self-deportation functionality is part of a larger $200 million domestic and international ad campaign” Also read: ‘No taxpayer funds for illegal aliens’: Trump cuts off federal benefits for undocumented immigrants The Department added that this way will encourage undocumented immigrants to "Stay Out and Leave Now". During the 2024 presidential campaign, Trump has long pressed the issue of mass deportations and illegal immigrants living in the US. On the day one of coming into power, Trump issued a directive abruptly ending the government’s use of CBP One. Moreover, his administration has already cancelled several legal pathways for immigrants to enter America, categorically banning asylum at the US borders. As the Trump administration cancelled the CBP One app, around 30,000 people waiting in Mexico with appointments scheduled with US immigration officials lost them and were left in limbo. Also read: ‘It was for freed slaves, not immigrants’: Trump defends birthright citizenship order amid legal pushback Human rights group criticise new app Human rights groups and immigration lawyers have been criticising the app, calling out racial biases in its facial recognition features and language issues. A report from Human Rights Watch (HRW) stated that forcing migrants to use the app and wait in Mexico for appointments with immigration officials had the effect of stranding vulnerable groups in Mexico and enriching organised crime groups. Also read: Leave or be deported: Pakistan asks Afghan Citizen Card holders, illegal foreigners to leave by March 31 (With inputs from agencies)

'Leave Now': Trump launches 'self-deportation' app for illegal 'aliens' to leave without 'harsher consequences'

The US Interior Department has recently suspended legal opinions concerning the accidental killings of birds, ducks, cranes, owls, and pelicans, which has further triggered severe concerns among conservationists.&nbsp;
Under Trump's presidency, the department suspended a legal opinion that held companies liable for accidentally killing bird species.&nbsp;
In a memorandum dated February 28, but released online in recent days, the Interior&rsquo;s acting chief lawyer suspended every legal opinion issued by the former President Joe Biden administration, including one that subjected companies to penalties for accidentally killing birds through activities such as oil and gas drilling, wind energy production, mining, or construction.
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The decision turns out to be victory for the oil and gas industry, who have been arguing that the government has unfairly punished companies that never intended to harm birds.&nbsp;
<h2>'This is big'</h2>
However, the move has raised alarm from conservationists who warn that bird populations are already plunging because of climate change and human encroachment into their habitats.
&ldquo;This is going to affect a significant number of migratory birds, and we&rsquo;re already seeing plummeting populations of certain species,&rdquo; said Tara Zuardo, a lawyer at the Center for Biological Diversity, an environmental group. &ldquo;This is big.&rdquo;
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Scott Lauermann, a spokesman for the American Petroleum Institute stressed that their industry is committed to the protection of migratory birds, and they look forward to working with the Department of the Interior to advance common sense policies that both protect wildlife and support American energy dominance.&nbsp;
Moreover, the oil tycoon Harold Hamm, who helped raise millions of dollars for Trump&rsquo;s 2024 presidential campaign, has criticised penalties under the landmark law.
The Migratory Bird Treaty Act was passed in 1918 and is one of the nation&rsquo;s oldest environmental laws.&nbsp;
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This act was passed by Congress after the disappearance of several once-common birds such as the passenger pigeon. It was adopted to stop the killing of birds for sport or for the use of their feathers in fashion.&nbsp;
Notably, in Trump&rsquo;s first term, the Interior Department restricted the Migratory Bird Treaty Act by limiting prosecution to those who purposefully killed birds.&nbsp;
However, a federal judge struck down that decision in 2020.
US District Judge Valerie E. Caproni said, &ldquo;It is not only a sin to kill a mockingbird, it is also a crime&hellip; But if the Department of the Interior has its way, many mockingbirds and other migratory birds that delight people and support ecosystems throughout the country will be killed without legal consequence.&rdquo;
However, later in 2021, the Biden administration reversed Trump's rule.
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(With inputs from agencies)

World: Under Trump's presidency, the department suspended a legal opinion that held companies liable for accidentally killing bird species.

The US Interior Department has recently suspended legal opinions concerning the accidental killings of birds, ducks, cranes, owls, and pelicans, which has further triggered severe concerns among conservationists. Under Trump's presidency, the department suspended a legal opinion that held companies liable for accidentally killing bird species. In a memorandum dated February 28, but released online in recent days, the Interior’s acting chief lawyer suspended every legal opinion issued by the former President Joe Biden administration, including one that subjected companies to penalties for accidentally killing birds through activities such as oil and gas drilling, wind energy production, mining, or construction. Also read: AI’s impact on environment and inequality dominates global summit in Paris The decision turns out to be victory for the oil and gas industry, who have been arguing that the government has unfairly punished companies that never intended to harm birds. 'This is big' However, the move has raised alarm from conservationists who warn that bird populations are already plunging because of climate change and human encroachment into their habitats. “This is going to affect a significant number of migratory birds, and we’re already seeing plummeting populations of certain species,” said Tara Zuardo, a lawyer at the Center for Biological Diversity, an environmental group. “This is big.” Also read: Trump plans to buy Tesla to support Elon Musk’s ‘baby’ amid boycotts, crashing stocks Scott Lauermann, a spokesman for the American Petroleum Institute stressed that their industry is committed to the protection of migratory birds, and they look forward to working with the Department of the Interior to advance common sense policies that both protect wildlife and support American energy dominance. Moreover, the oil tycoon Harold Hamm, who helped raise millions of dollars for Trump’s 2024 presidential campaign, has criticised penalties under the landmark law. The Migratory Bird Treaty Act was passed in 1918 and is one of the nation’s oldest environmental laws. Also read: Despite ambitious space plans, Biden-appointed NASA chief scientist sacked amid Trump layoff push This act was passed by Congress after the disappearance of several once-common birds such as the passenger pigeon. It was adopted to stop the killing of birds for sport or for the use of their feathers in fashion. Notably, in Trump’s first term, the Interior Department restricted the Migratory Bird Treaty Act by limiting prosecution to those who purposefully killed birds. However, a federal judge struck down that decision in 2020. US District Judge Valerie E. Caproni said, “It is not only a sin to kill a mockingbird, it is also a crime… But if the Department of the Interior has its way, many mockingbirds and other migratory birds that delight people and support ecosystems throughout the country will be killed without legal consequence.” However, later in 2021, the Biden administration reversed Trump's rule. Also read: 'Don't need your cars': Trump hits back at 'tariff abuser' Canada over Ontario's electricity surcharge (With inputs from agencies)

'This is big': Trump weakens key environmental law by suspending legal opinions on accidental bird killings

Amid the ongoing trade war, US President Donald Trump called Canada a "<a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/trump-tariff" rel="dofollow">tariff</a> abuser" after the province of Ottawa imposed a 25 per cent electricity surcharge on three US states starting Monday (March 10).&nbsp;
Trump further stressed that the US doesn't need Canadian cars, nor their lumber or energy.&nbsp;
Slamming Canada's tariffs, the US president said that Canada has always been a "tariff abuser".&nbsp;
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"Despite the fact that Canada is charging the USA from 250% to 390% Tariffs on many of our farm products, Ontario just announced a 25% surcharge on &ldquo;electricity,&rdquo; of all things, and your not even allowed to do that. Because our Tariffs are reciprocal, we&rsquo;ll just get it all back on April 2," he said.&nbsp;
"Canada is a Tariff abuser, and always has been, but the United States is not going to be subsidizing Canada any longer. We don&rsquo;t need your Cars, we don&rsquo;t need your Lumber, we don&rsquo;t need your Energy, and very soon, you will find that out," he added on his Truth Social platform.
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This comes after Canada's most populous province announced a 25 per cent surge in electricity export tariffs for nearly 1.5 million Americans living in Minnesota, New York, and Michigan.&nbsp;
Ontario Premier Doug Ford warned that he will not hesitate to increase this charge further.&nbsp;
"If the United States escalates, I will not hesitate to shut the electricity off completely,&rdquo; Ford added.&nbsp;
&ldquo;Believe me when I say I do not want to do this. I feel terrible for the American people who didn't start this trade war. It&rsquo;s one person who is responsible, it&rsquo;s President Trump,&rdquo; he added.
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(With inputs from agencies)

World: This comes after Ontario announced a 25 per cent surge in electricity export tariffs for nearly 1.5 million Americans living in Minnesota, New York and Michigan.

Amid the ongoing trade war, US President Donald Trump called Canada a "tariff abuser" after the province of Ottawa imposed a 25 per cent electricity surcharge on three US states starting Monday (March 10). Trump further stressed that the US doesn't need Canadian cars, nor their lumber or energy. Slamming Canada's tariffs, the US president said that Canada has always been a "tariff abuser". Also read: ‘Feeling terrible for American people’: Ontario slaps 25% surcharge on US electricity amid Trump’s trade war "Despite the fact that Canada is charging the USA from 250% to 390% Tariffs on many of our farm products, Ontario just announced a 25% surcharge on “electricity,” of all things, and your not even allowed to do that. Because our Tariffs are reciprocal, we’ll just get it all back on April 2," he said. "Canada is a Tariff abuser, and always has been, but the United States is not going to be subsidizing Canada any longer. We don’t need your Cars, we don’t need your Lumber, we don’t need your Energy, and very soon, you will find that out," he added on his Truth Social platform. Also read: Who is Mark Carney? Liberal leader set to succeed Justin Trudeau as Canada’s next PM This comes after Canada's most populous province announced a 25 per cent surge in electricity export tariffs for nearly 1.5 million Americans living in Minnesota, New York, and Michigan. Ontario Premier Doug Ford warned that he will not hesitate to increase this charge further. "If the United States escalates, I will not hesitate to shut the electricity off completely,” Ford added. “Believe me when I say I do not want to do this. I feel terrible for the American people who didn't start this trade war. It’s one person who is responsible, it’s President Trump,” he added. Also read: ‘Tariffs may go up’: Trump warns of higher tariffs on Mexico and Canada, says US is reclaiming what was ‘stolen’ (With inputs from agencies)

‘Don’t need your cars’: Trump hits back at ‘tariff abuser’ Canada over Ontario’s electricity surcharge

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Saturday (March 8) thanked US President Donald Trump for supporting Israel against Hamas.&nbsp;
This comes after Palestinian militant group Hamas said that they held direct talks with a US envoy on freeing hostages held in Gaza. While Israel said that they were unaware of progress in talks.&nbsp;
However, on Saturday, Israeli PM Netanyahu took to X, saying in a post, "Thank you President Trump for once again boldly supporting Israel in our just war against the monstrous Hamas terrorists."&nbsp;
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&mdash; Benjamin Netanyahu - בנימין נתניהו (@netanyahu) <a href="https://twitter.com/netanyahu/status/1898412767230497061?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 8, 2025</a>
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Netanyahu, in his thank-you post to Trump, reshared a post by Trump in which he again warned Hamas that if it doesn't free the hostages it is holding in Gaza, "there will be hell to pay later".&nbsp;
Trump also shared photos of his White House meeting with eight released Israeli hostages.
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On Friday, Israel Strategic Affairs Minister Ron Dermer and Netanyahu's top confidant "lashed out" at US hostage envoy Adam Boehler after Israel learned that Trump aide held a meeting with a senior Hamas delegation to discuss the release of American hostages from Gaza.
Trump aide held an unprecedented meeting in Doha with a senior Hamas delegation led by Khalil al-Hayya to discuss the potential release of American hostages from Gaza, a Western official told The Times of Israel.
Dermer lashed out at Boehler, during a phone call held on Tuesday, for discussing the number of Palestinian prisoners Israel would release in exchange for the five American hostages without Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's consent, the official said.
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(With inputs from agencies)
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World: Israeli PM Netanyahu took to X, "Thank you President Trump for once again boldly supporting Israel in our just war against the monstrous Hamas terrorists."

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Saturday (March 8) thanked US President Donald Trump for supporting Israel against Hamas. This comes after Palestinian militant group Hamas said that they held direct talks with a US envoy on freeing hostages held in Gaza. While Israel said that they were unaware of progress in talks. However, on Saturday, Israeli PM Netanyahu took to X, saying in a post, "Thank you President Trump for once again boldly supporting Israel in our just war against the monstrous Hamas terrorists." Also read: Over 50 freed Israeli hostages urge Netanyahu to implement Gaza deal ‘in full’ Thank you President Trump for once again boldly supporting Israel in our just war against the monstrous Hamas terrorists. https://t.co/n49QOk3zsH — Benjamin Netanyahu - בנימין נתניהו (@netanyahu) March 8, 2025 Netanyahu, in his thank-you post to Trump, reshared a post by Trump in which he again warned Hamas that if it doesn't free the hostages it is holding in Gaza, "there will be hell to pay later". Trump also shared photos of his White House meeting with eight released Israeli hostages. Also read: Netanyahu's key confidant 'lashed out' at US envoy for holding 'direct talks' with Hamas On Friday, Israel Strategic Affairs Minister Ron Dermer and Netanyahu's top confidant "lashed out" at US hostage envoy Adam Boehler after Israel learned that Trump aide held a meeting with a senior Hamas delegation to discuss the release of American hostages from Gaza. Trump aide held an unprecedented meeting in Doha with a senior Hamas delegation led by Khalil al-Hayya to discuss the potential release of American hostages from Gaza, a Western official told The Times of Israel. Dermer lashed out at Boehler, during a phone call held on Tuesday, for discussing the number of Palestinian prisoners Israel would release in exchange for the five American hostages without Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's consent, the official said. Also read: Trump says direct talks with Hamas helping Israel: 'We’re talking about Israeli hostages' (With inputs from agencies)

Netanyahu thanks Trump for backing Israel against ‘monstrous’ Hamas after US prez warns ‘hell to pay’

Russia's ruling party 'United Russia' has been facing criticism for gifting meat grinders to mothers of soldiers killed in the war with Ukraine.&nbsp;
Russian President Vladimir Putin's party in the northern Murmansk region, posted photos on social media, showing officials smiling as they visited bereaved mothers, giving them gifts including flowers and meat grinders on International Women's Day.&nbsp;
The United Russia party posted on social media, thanking the "mums" for their "strength of spirit and the love you put into bringing up your sons&rdquo;, AFP reported.
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<h2>'Shameful, inappropriate'</h2>
While many people criticised the gift, calling the gesture "shameful" and "inappropriate".&nbsp;
However, as the party faced backlash, they immediately started defending their gift. The Party's local branch in the town of Polyarniye Zori said that those criticising were callously making "provocative interpretations" of the gift, according to AFP.&nbsp;
Moreover, Mayor Maxim Chengayev, who participated in the handover of gifts, said that meat grinders were not originally intended to be included, but they were included after one woman asked.&nbsp;
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&ldquo;We, of course, could not say no,&rdquo; he said.&nbsp;
Later, giving proof of their defence, the local party posted a video, showing a soldier's mother awkwardly thanking the party for the gifts and confirming that she had asked for a meat grinder because she needed one.&nbsp;
&ldquo;I wanted to buy [the meat grinder] for myself, but you gifted me one just in time,&rdquo; the woman said on camera, according to The Moscow Times. &ldquo;I asked you for it, in principle.&rdquo;
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(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;

World: The United Russia party posted on social media, thanking the "mums" for their "strength of spirit and the love you put into bringing up your sons”, AFP reported.

Russia's ruling party 'United Russia' has been facing criticism for gifting meat grinders to mothers of soldiers killed in the war with Ukraine. Russian President Vladimir Putin's party in the northern Murmansk region, posted photos on social media, showing officials smiling as they visited bereaved mothers, giving them gifts including flowers and meat grinders on International Women's Day. The United Russia party posted on social media, thanking the "mums" for their "strength of spirit and the love you put into bringing up your sons”, AFP reported. Also read: As most male actors deal with Russia war, Ukrainian theatre rebuilds itself with all-female cast 'Shameful, inappropriate' While many people criticised the gift, calling the gesture "shameful" and "inappropriate". However, as the party faced backlash, they immediately started defending their gift. The Party's local branch in the town of Polyarniye Zori said that those criticising were callously making "provocative interpretations" of the gift, according to AFP. Moreover, Mayor Maxim Chengayev, who participated in the handover of gifts, said that meat grinders were not originally intended to be included, but they were included after one woman asked. Also read: Donald Trump says Putin did 'what anybody would do' after Russia's massive strike on Ukraine “We, of course, could not say no,” he said. Later, giving proof of their defence, the local party posted a video, showing a soldier's mother awkwardly thanking the party for the gifts and confirming that she had asked for a meat grinder because she needed one. “I wanted to buy [the meat grinder] for myself, but you gifted me one just in time,” the woman said on camera, according to The Moscow Times. “I asked you for it, in principle.” Also read: US shares intelligence with Ukraine for defence, not for attacks on Russia. How crucial it is for Kyiv? (With inputs from agencies)

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With the Russia-Ukraine war extending to over three years, several male Ukrainian actors have also joined the war, fighting for their country as Moscow continues to attack Kyiv.&nbsp;
Consequently, Ruslana Ostapko, a 43-year-old Ukrainian actor, took to the stage, wearing a black leather jacket and with a moustache painted on her face. She has been performing in multiple traditionally male roles in a recent production of the Chernihiv Regional Youth Theatre.&nbsp;
As many Ukrainian men are serving in the country's armed forces to repel Russia's invasion, the theatre has now adapted to the realities of war, and women are taking the spotlight.&nbsp;
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Theatre&rsquo;s 52-year-old director, Roman Pokrovskyi, said, "We were rehearsing Shakespeare&rsquo;s &lsquo;King Lear&rsquo; when suddenly our men were taken to the front," adding, &ldquo;We only had the female part of the troupe left. So we thought, &lsquo;Well, if men played women in Shakespeare&rsquo;s times, why not give it a try?&rsquo;&rdquo;
Women are now stepping into roles that were once dominated by men, as the country faces such a hard period with Russia's aggression. They have been pitching in to sustain not just their industries but the spirit of national resistance.&nbsp;
Since Russia's invasion of Ukraine in 2022, four of the theatre's male actors and five stage workers have joined the army, leaving the troupe short-handed.
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Now, only two men still perform on the stage, and most stage work is done by women. However, the troupe has reinvented itself by adapting its repertoire, transforming its space into a hub for art and wartime volunteer work, and casting women in most roles.&nbsp;
When asked about her friends and colleagues fighting at the border, Ostapko burst into tears, saying "our guys are doing well."
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&ldquo;This is pain, the pain of the entire nation, our pain,&rdquo; she said while preparing for a performance. &ldquo;But our guys are doing well. We keep our fingers crossed for them. We help.&rdquo;
To express solidarity and support them, the theatre team regularly raises funds to supply their deployed colleagues with the necessary kit for the front lines.&nbsp;
&ldquo;Our actor, Kostiantyn Slobodeniuk, went missing. Our sound operator, Dmytro Pohuliaylo, disappeared in the Pokrovsk direction at the end of 2024,&rdquo; said Oleksii Bysh, 52, one of the theatre's few remaining male actors.
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World: Ukrainian women are now stepping into roles that were once dominated by men, as the country faces such a hard period with Russia's aggression.

With the Russia-Ukraine war extending to over three years, several male Ukrainian actors have also joined the war, fighting for their country as Moscow continues to attack Kyiv. Consequently, Ruslana Ostapko, a 43-year-old Ukrainian actor, took to the stage, wearing a black leather jacket and with a moustache painted on her face. She has been performing in multiple traditionally male roles in a recent production of the Chernihiv Regional Youth Theatre. As many Ukrainian men are serving in the country's armed forces to repel Russia's invasion, the theatre has now adapted to the realities of war, and women are taking the spotlight. Also read: US shares intelligence with Ukraine for defence, not for attacks on Russia. How crucial it is for Kyiv? Theatre’s 52-year-old director, Roman Pokrovskyi, said, "We were rehearsing Shakespeare’s ‘King Lear’ when suddenly our men were taken to the front," adding, “We only had the female part of the troupe left. So we thought, ‘Well, if men played women in Shakespeare’s times, why not give it a try?’” Women are now stepping into roles that were once dominated by men, as the country faces such a hard period with Russia's aggression. They have been pitching in to sustain not just their industries but the spirit of national resistance. Since Russia's invasion of Ukraine in 2022, four of the theatre's male actors and five stage workers have joined the army, leaving the troupe short-handed. Also read: Donald Trump says Putin did 'what anybody would do' after Russia's massive strike on Ukraine Now, only two men still perform on the stage, and most stage work is done by women. However, the troupe has reinvented itself by adapting its repertoire, transforming its space into a hub for art and wartime volunteer work, and casting women in most roles. When asked about her friends and colleagues fighting at the border, Ostapko burst into tears, saying "our guys are doing well." Also read: 'More difficult to deal with Ukraine': Trump complains about Zelensky, says easier to deal with Russia “This is pain, the pain of the entire nation, our pain,” she said while preparing for a performance. “But our guys are doing well. We keep our fingers crossed for them. We help.” To express solidarity and support them, the theatre team regularly raises funds to supply their deployed colleagues with the necessary kit for the front lines. “Our actor, Kostiantyn Slobodeniuk, went missing. Our sound operator, Dmytro Pohuliaylo, disappeared in the Pokrovsk direction at the end of 2024,” said Oleksii Bysh, 52, one of the theatre's few remaining male actors. Also read: US, Ukraine likely to hold meeting next week, Zelensky announces after EU Emergency Summit in Brussels (With inputs from agencies)

As most male actors deal with Russia war, Ukrainian theatre rebuilds itself with all-female cast

Two women, including an Israeli tourist and a homestay owner, were gang-raped near Hampi in Karnataka on Thursday night. One of the male tourists who was accompanying them was found dead on Saturday morning.&nbsp;
Notably, the two women were accompanied by three male companions, who were also assaulted by the attackers, and one of them was later thrown into the Tungabhadra River canal.&nbsp;
Earlier, the man was reported to be missing after the group attacked the tourists.&nbsp;
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Koppal Police said on Saturday afternoon that two local residents, Mallesh and Sai Chetan, were arrested in connection with the horrific incident.
The police said that the incident happened between 1 and 11:30 pm on Thursday near Sanapur Lake, which is located roughly 4 km from Hampi.&nbsp;
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<h2>What exactly happened?&nbsp;</h2>
Four tourists, including an Israeli woman, and three males from Odisha, the US, and Maharashtra, respectively, and their female homestay owner, had gone stargazing after dinner.
The group was sitting by the bank of the Tungabhadra Canal near the lake, playing guitar and enjoying music while stargazing, police said.&nbsp;
While they were enjoying the view, three bike-borne men approached the group and asked them for directions to a petrol pump.&nbsp;
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The homestay owner informed those people that there was no station nearby. The individuals then started demanding cash from the group.&nbsp;
After refusal, the individuals who spoke Kannada and Telugu misbehaved with the group and began assaulting them.&nbsp;
The homestay owner filed the complaint, saying that the attackers pushed the male tourists into a canal. While they struggled to come out of the water, two of the three attackers raped her and the Israeli tourist.&nbsp;
The accused dragged the homestay owner to the side of the canal, where one of them tried to strangle her and remove her clothes, according to the details of the FIR, as reported by PTI.&nbsp;
The two of them then thrashed and raped her. They also snatched her bag, stealing two mobile phones and Rs 9500.&nbsp;
The third attacker dragged the Israeli tourist to a spot and raped her. The men later fled on the motorcycle.&nbsp;
Notably, Maharashtra's Pankaj and US's Daniel managed to rescue themselves from the canal and are undergoing treatment at a government hospital.&nbsp;
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However, the tourist from Odisha failed to come out, and his body was found this morning, police said.&nbsp;
(With inputs from agencies)

India News: The two women were accompanied by three male companions, who were also assaulted by the attackers, and one of them was later thrown into the Tungabhadra River canal.

Two women, including an Israeli tourist and a homestay owner, were gang-raped near Hampi in Karnataka on Thursday night. One of the male tourists who was accompanying them was found dead on Saturday morning. Notably, the two women were accompanied by three male companions, who were also assaulted by the attackers, and one of them was later thrown into the Tungabhadra River canal. Earlier, the man was reported to be missing after the group attacked the tourists. Also read: Pune bus rape case: Accused Dattatray Gade tried hanging himself thrice, rope broke everytime Koppal Police said on Saturday afternoon that two local residents, Mallesh and Sai Chetan, were arrested in connection with the horrific incident. The police said that the incident happened between 1 and 11:30 pm on Thursday near Sanapur Lake, which is located roughly 4 km from Hampi. Also read: Pune rape case: Who is Dattatraya Ramdas Gade? 36-year-old accused with prior criminal record What exactly happened? Four tourists, including an Israeli woman, and three males from Odisha, the US, and Maharashtra, respectively, and their female homestay owner, had gone stargazing after dinner. The group was sitting by the bank of the Tungabhadra Canal near the lake, playing guitar and enjoying music while stargazing, police said. While they were enjoying the view, three bike-borne men approached the group and asked them for directions to a petrol pump. Also read: Lokayukta gives clean chit to Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah in MUDA allotment probe The homestay owner informed those people that there was no station nearby. The individuals then started demanding cash from the group. After refusal, the individuals who spoke Kannada and Telugu misbehaved with the group and began assaulting them. The homestay owner filed the complaint, saying that the attackers pushed the male tourists into a canal. While they struggled to come out of the water, two of the three attackers raped her and the Israeli tourist. The accused dragged the homestay owner to the side of the canal, where one of them tried to strangle her and remove her clothes, according to the details of the FIR, as reported by PTI. The two of them then thrashed and raped her. They also snatched her bag, stealing two mobile phones and Rs 9500. The third attacker dragged the Israeli tourist to a spot and raped her. The men later fled on the motorcycle. Notably, Maharashtra's Pankaj and US's Daniel managed to rescue themselves from the canal and are undergoing treatment at a government hospital. Also read: HMPV in India: Cases found in Gujarat, Karnataka, Kolkata. What you should know However, the tourist from Odisha failed to come out, and his body was found this morning, police said. (With inputs from agencies)

Two women including Israeli tourist raped, male friend killed while stargazing in Karnataka’s Hampi; two arrested

Hours after the US media reported about some heated exchange between&nbsp;Elon Musk and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio during a cabinet meeting, US President Donald Trump denied the reports of a clash between his two Cabinet members.&nbsp;
When asked about the clash, Trump took a jab, calling the reporter a "troublemaker" for asking this question.&nbsp;
The US president was accompanied by FIFA President Gianni Infantino during the briefing, when he denied the reports of Musk and Rubio getting into a clash, saying that they got "along fantastically well", adding that there was no clash during the meeting.
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When asked about the tensions between the two, Trump said, "No clash. I was there. You're just a troublemaker."
"And you're not supposed to be asking that question because we're talking about the World Cup. Elon gets along great with Marco, and they're both doing a fantastic job. There is no clash."
Following this, Trump asked the reporter who he was affiliated with, "Who are you with?" The reporter replied that he was with NBS, to which Trump snarked, "No wonder."
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Another reporter asked, "Sir, just on the Cabinet meeting, you said Musk will play an advisory role.&rdquo;
Trump was quick to respond, saying, &ldquo;We're talking about FIFA. Thank you very much.&rdquo;
He further reiterated his support for both Musk and Rubio, calling them "great guys".
"And by the way, they both get along fantastically well. Marco has done unbelievably as Secretary of State, and Elon is a very unique guy. He's done a fantastic job," he added.&nbsp;
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As per a report by the New York Times, Musk argued with Rubio and separately with transportation secretary Sean Duffy during a cabinet meeting in the presence of Trump on Thursday (March 6).&nbsp;
According to The Times, Musk accused Rubio of failing to slash his staff, saying, "You have fired nobody."&nbsp;
Rubio reacted strongly, pointing out that over 1,500 State Department officials had taken early retirement in buyouts, which should be counted as layoffs.
Meanwhile, Musk was called a "liar" by a top diplomat in Trump's cabinet, Sean Duffy, the department of transport secretary. Duffy accused the DOGE chief of firing people who should not have been laid off&mdash;a claim that Musk denied.&nbsp;
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(With inputs from agencies)

World: Hours after the US media reported about some heated exchange between Elon Musk and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio's clash during a cabinet meeting, US President Donald Trump denied the reports.

Hours after the US media reported about some heated exchange between Elon Musk and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio during a cabinet meeting, US President Donald Trump denied the reports of a clash between his two Cabinet members. When asked about the clash, Trump took a jab, calling the reporter a "troublemaker" for asking this question. The US president was accompanied by FIFA President Gianni Infantino during the briefing, when he denied the reports of Musk and Rubio getting into a clash, saying that they got "along fantastically well", adding that there was no clash during the meeting. Also read: Musk 'clashed' with Rubio, was called 'liar' in cabinet meeting, Trump denies claim When asked about the tensions between the two, Trump said, "No clash. I was there. You're just a troublemaker." "And you're not supposed to be asking that question because we're talking about the World Cup. Elon gets along great with Marco, and they're both doing a fantastic job. There is no clash." Following this, Trump asked the reporter who he was affiliated with, "Who are you with?" The reporter replied that he was with NBS, to which Trump snarked, "No wonder." Also read: Trump takes playful jibe at Marco Rubio, says 'we know who to blame if anything goes wrong' Another reporter asked, "Sir, just on the Cabinet meeting, you said Musk will play an advisory role.” Trump was quick to respond, saying, “We're talking about FIFA. Thank you very much.” He further reiterated his support for both Musk and Rubio, calling them "great guys". "And by the way, they both get along fantastically well. Marco has done unbelievably as Secretary of State, and Elon is a very unique guy. He's done a fantastic job," he added. Also read: French senator paints grim picture of US under Trump, calls him 'dictator' and Musk a 'jester high on ketamine' As per a report by the New York Times, Musk argued with Rubio and separately with transportation secretary Sean Duffy during a cabinet meeting in the presence of Trump on Thursday (March 6). According to The Times, Musk accused Rubio of failing to slash his staff, saying, "You have fired nobody." Rubio reacted strongly, pointing out that over 1,500 State Department officials had taken early retirement in buyouts, which should be counted as layoffs. Meanwhile, Musk was called a "liar" by a top diplomat in Trump's cabinet, Sean Duffy, the department of transport secretary. Duffy accused the DOGE chief of firing people who should not have been laid off—a claim that Musk denied. Also read: Reining in? Trump defends DOGE but says dept heads control firings, not Musk (With inputs from agencies)

‘You’re the troublemaker’: Trump snarks at reporter for asking question about Musk-Rubio clash

As the US announced to pause intelligence sharing with Ukraine, two anonymous defence officials said that the US still continues to share some intelligence with Kyiv to assist with defence operations, but not for attacks on Russian troops, CNN reported.&nbsp;
The US aims to avoid being seen as directly providing support for strikes on Russia, the sources told CNN.&nbsp;
However, Washington is not withholding information that could enhance Ukraine's defensive capabilities.&nbsp;
Moreover, this move to cut intelligence sharing to Ukraine is part of the Trump administration's aim to pressure Kyiv into quick negotiations with Russia.
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Further, the sources confirmed that Starlink is also still operating in Ukraine as before. Notably, the Ukrainian military relies on Elon Musk's Starlink.
Owned by SpaceX, Starlink belongs to Trump's closest ally and billionaire Elon Musk.&nbsp;
The US on March 5 announced that it was placing limitations on intelligence sharing with Ukraine. This comes after Trump ordered to cut military aid for Ukraine.&nbsp;
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<h2>How important is US intel for Ukraine?</h2>
If the US completely pauses intelligence support to Ukraine, it will seriously undermine the warring nation's ability to defend itself against Russia's aggression.&nbsp;
As the US shares intelligence with Ukraine, it helps its military to plan its attacks and operations and get timely warnings against incoming Russian air strikes and group assaults.&nbsp;
Roman Kostenko, secretary of Ukraine's Parliamentary Committee on National Security, Defence, and Intelligence, said the absence of "vital" US intelligence puts the lives of Ukrainian troops and civilians "under greater danger."
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"Can we [still] strike the enemy without external intelligence? Yes, of course. For example, we can strike stationary targets --such as a distant airfield -- that we already know about," said Kostenko, a former military commander.&nbsp;
"But [we rely on US intelligence] to see in real-time if aircraft are present there if they are preparing for takeoff to attack Ukraine."
Moreover, Ukraine also relies on US data to operate US-supplied High Mobility Artillery Rocket Systems (HIMARS) and the US Army Tactical Missile System (ATACMS), among the most advanced artillery systems in the world.&nbsp;
Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/after-military-aid-us-halts-intelligence-support-to-ukraine-8801101">After military aid, US halts intelligence support to Ukraine</a>
(With inputs from agencies)
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World: This move to cut intelligence sharing to Ukraine is part of the Trump administration's aim to pressure Kyiv into quick negotiations with Russia.

As the US announced to pause intelligence sharing with Ukraine, two anonymous defence officials said that the US still continues to share some intelligence with Kyiv to assist with defence operations, but not for attacks on Russian troops, CNN reported. The US aims to avoid being seen as directly providing support for strikes on Russia, the sources told CNN. However, Washington is not withholding information that could enhance Ukraine's defensive capabilities. Moreover, this move to cut intelligence sharing to Ukraine is part of the Trump administration's aim to pressure Kyiv into quick negotiations with Russia. Also read: Donald Trump says Putin did 'what anybody would do' after Russia's massive strike on Ukraine Further, the sources confirmed that Starlink is also still operating in Ukraine as before. Notably, the Ukrainian military relies on Elon Musk's Starlink. Owned by SpaceX, Starlink belongs to Trump's closest ally and billionaire Elon Musk. The US on March 5 announced that it was placing limitations on intelligence sharing with Ukraine. This comes after Trump ordered to cut military aid for Ukraine. Also read: 'More difficult to deal with Ukraine': Trump complains about Zelensky, says easier to deal with Russia How important is US intel for Ukraine? If the US completely pauses intelligence support to Ukraine, it will seriously undermine the warring nation's ability to defend itself against Russia's aggression. As the US shares intelligence with Ukraine, it helps its military to plan its attacks and operations and get timely warnings against incoming Russian air strikes and group assaults. Roman Kostenko, secretary of Ukraine's Parliamentary Committee on National Security, Defence, and Intelligence, said the absence of "vital" US intelligence puts the lives of Ukrainian troops and civilians "under greater danger." Also read: Ukraine's battlefield losses rise as Trump pulls Kyiv's access to US intelligence and satellite imagery "Can we [still] strike the enemy without external intelligence? Yes, of course. For example, we can strike stationary targets --such as a distant airfield -- that we already know about," said Kostenko, a former military commander. "But [we rely on US intelligence] to see in real-time if aircraft are present there if they are preparing for takeoff to attack Ukraine." Moreover, Ukraine also relies on US data to operate US-supplied High Mobility Artillery Rocket Systems (HIMARS) and the US Army Tactical Missile System (ATACMS), among the most advanced artillery systems in the world. Also read: After military aid, US halts intelligence support to Ukraine (With inputs from agencies)

US shares intelligence with Ukraine for defence, not for attacks on Russia. How crucial it is for Kyiv?

US President Donald Trump while giving remarks in the Oval Office on Friday (March 7) said that it is "more difficult" to deal with Ukraine than with Russia.&nbsp;
As the US president renews his criticism of Kyiv's approach to his diplomatic push to end the war. He stressed that it is difficult to deal with Ukraine, adding that "they don't have the cards."
&ldquo;I&rsquo;m finding it more difficult, frankly, to deal with Ukraine, and they don&rsquo;t have the cards,&rdquo; Trump said in the Oval Office.
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For past weeks, he has been stressing that Ukraine's position in the conflict is weak and dependent on US support.&nbsp;
He further reiterated threatening Russia with sanctions and tariffs for attacking Ukraine, and "trying to help Kyiv".&nbsp;
&ldquo;Ukraine has to get on the ball and get a job done,&rdquo; he told reporters.
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Right before the Oval Office remarks, Trump took to Truth Social and warned of large-scale sanctions and tariffs on Russia until a ceasefire and peace agreement is reached with Ukraine.
He said that Russia is "absolutely pounding" Ukraine on the battlefield right now.
"To Russia and Ukraine, get to the table right now, before it is too late. Thank you!!!" Trump wrote on his social media platform Truth Social.
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Last month, Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky got into a fiery conversation at the White House, which further strained US-Ukraine relationship.&nbsp;
Zelensky was in the US to sign the crucial minerals deal and hold talks with Trump on Russia-Ukraine war. However, it did not turn out well and they both did not sign the deal.&nbsp;
Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ukrainians-built-up-trust-zelenskys-approval-rating-surges-to-68-per-cent-after-showdown-with-trump-8831282">Zelensky's approval rating surges to 68 per cent after showdown with Trump</a>
(With inputs from agencies)
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World: He further noted his earlier statement threatening Russia with sanctions and tariffs for attacking on Ukraine, stressing that he is "trying to help Kyiv".

US President Donald Trump while giving remarks in the Oval Office on Friday (March 7) said that it is "more difficult" to deal with Ukraine than with Russia. As the US president renews his criticism of Kyiv's approach to his diplomatic push to end the war. He stressed that it is difficult to deal with Ukraine, adding that "they don't have the cards." “I’m finding it more difficult, frankly, to deal with Ukraine, and they don’t have the cards,” Trump said in the Oval Office. Also read: 'Get to table right now': Trump warns of sanctions, tariffs on Russia 'until ceasefire is reached' with Ukraine For past weeks, he has been stressing that Ukraine's position in the conflict is weak and dependent on US support. He further reiterated threatening Russia with sanctions and tariffs for attacking Ukraine, and "trying to help Kyiv". “Ukraine has to get on the ball and get a job done,” he told reporters. Also read: Russia launches massive missile and drone attack on Ukraine's energy infrastructure amid ceasefire talks Right before the Oval Office remarks, Trump took to Truth Social and warned of large-scale sanctions and tariffs on Russia until a ceasefire and peace agreement is reached with Ukraine. He said that Russia is "absolutely pounding" Ukraine on the battlefield right now. "To Russia and Ukraine, get to the table right now, before it is too late. Thank you!!!" Trump wrote on his social media platform Truth Social. Also read: Russia-Ukraine ceasefire breakthrough? Putin open to truce, but only if he gets his way Last month, Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky got into a fiery conversation at the White House, which further strained US-Ukraine relationship. Zelensky was in the US to sign the crucial minerals deal and hold talks with Trump on Russia-Ukraine war. However, it did not turn out well and they both did not sign the deal. Also read: Zelensky's approval rating surges to 68 per cent after showdown with Trump (With inputs from agencies)

'More difficult to deal with Ukraine': Trump complains about Zelensky, says easier to deal with Russia

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