The Donald Trump administration on Thursday (Dec 4) sharply reduced the duration refugees, asylum seekers and other migrants can hold valid work permits in the US. The government has dramatically reduced the period from five years to 18 months. This change marks the latest step in the administration's sweeping immigration crackdown. The decision came just two days after the government halted immigration applications for citizens from 19 countries that are already under travel restrictions.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israeli-president-benjamin-netanyahu-shrugs-off-zohran-mamdani-s-threat-to-enforce-icc-arrest-warrant-says-he-ll-visit-nyc-anyway-1764826042335">Netanyahu shrugs off Mamdani's threat to enforce ICC arrest warrant, says he'll visit NYC anyway</a><h2>Eliminating threat to 'public safety'</h2>Joseph Edlow, director of US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), said that the Washington shooting of two National Guard members was a key factor behind the shift. Two US National Guard soldiers were critically injured on Wednesday (Nov 26) in a targeted shooting just blocks from the White House. An Afghan man who arrived in the United States through a resettlement program after the 2021 withdrawal from Afghanistan was arrested over the shooting. One of the National Guard members succumbed to her injuries later.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/sabrina-carpenter-blasts-white-house-after-her-song-juno-pops-up-in-ice-s-evil-and-disgusting-video-1764749443308">Sabrina Carpenter blasts White House after her song 'Juno' pops up in ICE's 'evil and disgusting' video</a>Edlow said that shorter work permit durations would allow more frequent security reviews and help ensure that people authorised to work in the country do not pose a threat. ""Reducing the maximum validity period for employment authorisation will&nbsp;ensure that those seeking to work in the United States do not threaten public safety or promote harmful anti-American ideologies."He added that the attack underscored the need for tighter and more regular vetting. "After the attack on National Guard service members in our nation's capital by an alien who was admitted into this country by the previous administration, it's even more clear that USCIS must conduct frequent vetting of aliens."<h2>Will you be affected by the US work permit reduction?</h2>The new limit will apply broadly to refugees, individuals who have been granted asylum and migrants whose deportations have been postponed by the government.

Trump cuts migrant work permits from five years to 18 months, tightening immigration rules days after freezing applications from 19 countries. 

The Donald Trump administration on Thursday (Dec 4) sharply reduced the duration refugees, asylum seekers and other migrants can hold valid work permits in the US. The government has dramatically reduced the period from five years to 18 months. This change marks the latest step in the administration's sweeping immigration crackdown. The decision came just two days after the government halted immigration applications for citizens from 19 countries that are already under travel restrictions. Also read | Netanyahu shrugs off Mamdani's threat to enforce ICC arrest warrant, says he'll visit NYC anyway Eliminating threat to 'public safety' Joseph Edlow, director of US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), said that the Washington shooting of two National Guard members was a key factor behind the shift. Two US National Guard soldiers were critically injured on Wednesday (Nov 26) in a targeted shooting just blocks from the White House. An Afghan man who arrived in the United States through a resettlement program after the 2021 withdrawal from Afghanistan was arrested over the shooting. One of the National Guard members succumbed to her injuries later. Also read | Sabrina Carpenter blasts White House after her song 'Juno' pops up in ICE's 'evil and disgusting' video Edlow said that shorter work permit durations would allow more frequent security reviews and help ensure that people authorised to work in the country do not pose a threat. ""Reducing the maximum validity period for employment authorisation will ensure that those seeking to work in the United States do not threaten public safety or promote harmful anti-American ideologies." He added that the attack underscored the need for tighter and more regular vetting. "After the attack on National Guard service members in our nation's capital by an alien who was admitted into this country by the previous administration, it's even more clear that USCIS must conduct frequent vetting of aliens." Will you be affected by the US work permit reduction? The new limit will apply broadly to refugees, individuals who have been granted asylum and migrants whose deportations have been postponed by the government.

Trump cuts migrant work permits from five years to 18 months, tightening immigration rules days after freezing applications from 19 countries.&nbsp;

Trump tightens immigration again, cuts refugee work permits to just 18 months

US President Donald Trump and the leaders of Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo signed a peace deal in Washington on Thursday (Dec 4). This was even as fighting continued on the ground. "I think it's going to be a great miracle," Trump told reporters after the signing with Paul Kagame, the longtime president of Rwanda, and Congolese President Felix Tshisekedi.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/-dubai-is-only-place-indians-respect-law-says-andrew-tate-internet-reminds-him-he-s-on-wanted-list-of-3-nations-1764688844758">'Dubai is only place Indians respect law', says Andrew Tate. Internet reminds him he’s on wanted list of 3 nations</a>&nbsp;Speaking of the two leaders, he added: "They spent a lot of time killing each other, and now they are going to spend a lot of time hugging, holding hands and taking advantage of the United States of America economically, like every other country does."&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-first-congratulate-him-for-gaza-deal-say-russia-supported-it-then-in-leaked-call-transcript-witkoff-reveals-how-to-crack-a-deal-with-trump-1764239775071">'First congratulate him for Gaza deal, then...': In LEAKED call transcript, Witkoff reveals how to crack a deal with Trump</a>&nbsp;Meanwhile, the African leaders took a more cautious tone, as fighting raged in eastern DRC, where the M23 armed group. "There will be ups and downs on the road ahead, there is no doubt about it," said Kagame, whose allies have taken a decisive edge on the ground against his country's turbulent neighbour.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-white-house-has-recieved-report-on-macron-s-plan-to-assassinate-me-candace-owens-another-big-claim-as-her-show-goes-off-air-1764165691510">‘White House has received report on Macron’s plan to assassinate me’: Candace Owens’ ANOTHER BIG CLAIM as her show goes off air</a>&nbsp;The American president boasted that the eastern DRC conflict, where hundreds of thousands of people have died over several decades, is among the eight wars he has ended since he returned to the White House in January.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-1-200-to-each-affected-house-38-5-million-for-residents-aid-hong-kong-govt-after-building-fire-kills-55-leaves-hundreds-homeless-1764243371424">‘$1,200 to each affected house, $38.5 million for residents’ aid’: Hong Kong govt after building fire kills 55, leaves hundreds homeless</a>&nbsp;"We're going take out some of the rare earth," Trump said. “And everybody's going to make a lot of money.”&nbsp; &nbsp;

Trump, Rwanda and DR Congo leaders sign peace deal. All about it 

US President Donald Trump and the leaders of Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo signed a peace deal in Washington on Thursday (Dec 4). This was even as fighting continued on the ground. "I think it's going to be a great miracle," Trump told reporters after the signing with Paul Kagame, the longtime president of Rwanda, and Congolese President Felix Tshisekedi. Also read: 'Dubai is only place Indians respect law', says Andrew Tate. Internet reminds him he’s on wanted list of 3 nations Speaking of the two leaders, he added: "They spent a lot of time killing each other, and now they are going to spend a lot of time hugging, holding hands and taking advantage of the United States of America economically, like every other country does." Also read: 'First congratulate him for Gaza deal, then...': In LEAKED call transcript, Witkoff reveals how to crack a deal with Trump Meanwhile, the African leaders took a more cautious tone, as fighting raged in eastern DRC, where the M23 armed group. "There will be ups and downs on the road ahead, there is no doubt about it," said Kagame, whose allies have taken a decisive edge on the ground against his country's turbulent neighbour. Also read: ‘White House has received report on Macron’s plan to assassinate me’: Candace Owens’ ANOTHER BIG CLAIM as her show goes off air The American president boasted that the eastern DRC conflict, where hundreds of thousands of people have died over several decades, is among the eight wars he has ended since he returned to the White House in January. Also read: ‘$1,200 to each affected house, $38.5 million for residents’ aid’: Hong Kong govt after building fire kills 55, leaves hundreds homeless "We're going take out some of the rare earth," Trump said. “And everybody's going to make a lot of money.”

Trump, Rwanda and DR Congo leaders sign peace deal. All about it&nbsp;

Trump, Rwanda and DR Congo leaders sign peace deal. All about it

President Donald Trump hosted the leaders of Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo on Thursday to sign a deal that the US leader has hailed as his latest peace triumph despite ongoing violence on the ground.Trump welcomed Paul Kagame, the longtime president of Rwanda, whose allies have taken a decisive edge on the ground against his country's turbulent neighbour, and Congolese President Felix Tshisekedi at the White House.They will all then move to the newly renamed Donald J. Trump Institute of Peace in Washington to sign a peace accord, more than five months after the countries' foreign ministers also met Trump and announced another deal to end the conflict.Trump hopes the agreement will pave the way for the United States to gain access to critical minerals in eastern DRC, a violence-torn region that has reserves of many of the key ingredients in modern technologies such as electric cars.But even on the day of Trump's latest meeting, intense fighting raged in eastern DRC, where the M23 armed group -- which the UN says is backed by Rwanda -- has been gaining ground in recent weeks against Kinshasa's forces.<h2>- Violence shadows treaty -</h2>An AFP journalist at the scene heard weapon fire ring out Thursday on the outskirts of Kamanyola, an M23-controlled town in South Kivu province near the borders with Rwanda and Burundi."Many houses have been bombed, and there are many dead," said Rene Chubaka Kalembire, an administrative official in Kaziba, a town also under M23 control, on the eve of the signing.The long-simmering conflict exploded in late January as the M23 captured the major cities of Goma and Bukavu.After the June agreement, the M23 -- which denies links to Rwanda -- and the Kinshasa government pledged a ceasefire following mediation by US partner Qatar, but both sides have since accused the other of violations.Trump has boasted that the eastern DRC conflict, where hundreds of thousands of people have died over several decades, is among eight wars he has ended since he returned to office in January.The US president has made no secret of his desire to win the Nobel Peace Prize, underscored by the renaming of the peace institute where Thursday's deal will be signed.But as with many of the conflicts he claims to have solved, the reality on the ground in the DRC is at odds with what the White House this week called a "historic peace and economic agreement."After several days of clashes around Kaziba, fighter jets bombarded the town again on Thursday morning, a local civil society representative who requested anonymity told AFP.Explosions could also be heard coming from the Bugarama border post in Rwanda across the border in neighbouring Burundi, with Rwandan police temporarily shutting the frontier post on Thursday.AFP was unable to obtain a verifiable toll from the fighting from independent sources.Local sources reported a massive build-up of M23 reinforcements, accompanied by armored cars, in the high plateau of South Kivu.Passage through the mountainous region would allow its troops to encircle Uvira, the last major town in South Kivu to evade the M23's capture.<h2>- 'Defensive measures' -</h2>Trump has voiced hope that the United States can exploit minerals in the country that otherwise could head to China.The DRC is home to the majority of the world's cobalt, a critical mineral in batteries for electric vehicles, as well as other key minerals such as copper.The Congolese government said the agreement with Trump would include a peace deal, regional economic integration framework and a "strategic partnership" on natural resources.But Kinshasa insists peace must be achieved on the ground before proceeding to a second stage of economic development.Rwanda has made the end of its "defensive measures" contingent on Kinshasa neutralizing the Democratic Forces for the Liberation of Rwanda (FDLR), an ethnic Hutu group with links to the 1994 genocide of the Tutsis in Rwanda.Kagame last week publicly accused the DRC of delaying the signing of an agreement.Both countries have been in talks with the US administration on its priority of taking in migrants as Trump carries out a sweeping deportation drive.

Trump hopes the agreement will pave the way for the United States to gain access to critical minerals in eastern DRC, a violence-torn region that has reserves of many of the key ingredients in modern technologies such as electric cars.

President Donald Trump hosted the leaders of Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo on Thursday to sign a deal that the US leader has hailed as his latest peace triumph despite ongoing violence on the ground. Trump welcomed Paul Kagame, the longtime president of Rwanda, whose allies have taken a decisive edge on the ground against his country's turbulent neighbour, and Congolese President Felix Tshisekedi at the White House. They will all then move to the newly renamed Donald J. Trump Institute of Peace in Washington to sign a peace accord, more than five months after the countries' foreign ministers also met Trump and announced another deal to end the conflict. Trump hopes the agreement will pave the way for the United States to gain access to critical minerals in eastern DRC, a violence-torn region that has reserves of many of the key ingredients in modern technologies such as electric cars. But even on the day of Trump's latest meeting, intense fighting raged in eastern DRC, where the M23 armed group -- which the UN says is backed by Rwanda -- has been gaining ground in recent weeks against Kinshasa's forces. - Violence shadows treaty - An AFP journalist at the scene heard weapon fire ring out Thursday on the outskirts of Kamanyola, an M23-controlled town in South Kivu province near the borders with Rwanda and Burundi. "Many houses have been bombed, and there are many dead," said Rene Chubaka Kalembire, an administrative official in Kaziba, a town also under M23 control, on the eve of the signing. The long-simmering conflict exploded in late January as the M23 captured the major cities of Goma and Bukavu. After the June agreement, the M23 -- which denies links to Rwanda -- and the Kinshasa government pledged a ceasefire following mediation by US partner Qatar, but both sides have since accused the other of violations. Trump has boasted that the eastern DRC conflict, where hundreds of thousands of people have died over several decades, is among eight wars he has ended since he returned to office in January. The US president has made no secret of his desire to win the Nobel Peace Prize, underscored by the renaming of the peace institute where Thursday's deal will be signed. But as with many of the conflicts he claims to have solved, the reality on the ground in the DRC is at odds with what the White House this week called a "historic peace and economic agreement." After several days of clashes around Kaziba, fighter jets bombarded the town again on Thursday morning, a local civil society representative who requested anonymity told AFP. Explosions could also be heard coming from the Bugarama border post in Rwanda across the border in neighbouring Burundi, with Rwandan police temporarily shutting the frontier post on Thursday. AFP was unable to obtain a verifiable toll from the fighting from independent sources. Local sources reported a massive build-up of M23 reinforcements, accompanied by armored cars, in the high plateau of South Kivu. Passage through the mountainous region would allow its troops to encircle Uvira, the last major town in South Kivu to evade the M23's capture. - 'Defensive measures' - Trump has voiced hope that the United States can exploit minerals in the country that otherwise could head to China. The DRC is home to the majority of the world's cobalt, a critical mineral in batteries for electric vehicles, as well as other key minerals such as copper. The Congolese government said the agreement with Trump would include a peace deal, regional economic integration framework and a "strategic partnership" on natural resources. But Kinshasa insists peace must be achieved on the ground before proceeding to a second stage of economic development. Rwanda has made the end of its "defensive measures" contingent on Kinshasa neutralizing the Democratic Forces for the Liberation of Rwanda (FDLR), an ethnic Hutu group with links to the 1994 genocide of the Tutsis in Rwanda. Kagame last week publicly accused the DRC of delaying the signing of an agreement. Both countries have been in talks with the US administration on its priority of taking in migrants as Trump carries out a sweeping deportation drive.

Trump hopes the agreement will pave the way for the United States to gain access to critical minerals in eastern DRC, a violence-torn region that has reserves of many of the key ingredients in modern technologies such as electric cars.

Trump to sign Rwanda, DR Congo agreement. Details inside

The Tesla CEO, in a private event, expressed that the US is beginning a “great 12-year span.” According to a report by Politico, Musk predicted that Trump's Presidency would be followed by two consecutive presidencies by the current Vice President JD Vance. Vance is currently the frontrunner for the 2028 Presidential race. &nbsp;President Donald Trump, during a marathon Cabinet meeting, clearly addressed the idea of a 2028 rerun. "It’s not going to be me," Trump said. "It’s going to be somebody who’s probably sitting at this table. Trump had previously toyed with the idea of running for a third term.<h2>Elon Musk and Donald Trump's relationship&nbsp;</h2>Musk's support for the 12 years of MAGA comes at the end of a struggling year for his friendship in 2025. Notably, Musk was the single largest donor to Trump, 2024 election campaign. But later, Musk turned his back on Trump, as he departed from the White House in May. He pushed for the release of the Epstein file, adding fuel to the controversy.&nbsp;However, gradually Musk tried to get back in the good graces of Trump, even if he was condescending in nature. “You are so lucky I am with you, Elon. Has he ever thanked me properly?” Trump said during a Saudi investment forum hosted at the Kennedy Centre. Musk later shared his gratitude, “I would like to thank President Trump for all he has done for America and the world".&nbsp;Trump had been a climate change denier all throughout his political career. When they had fallen out, Trump openly mocked Tesla's electric cars. Trump recently seemed in a reconciliatory tone- “I like Elon a lot. He really helped a lot during the election with his endorsement…I didn’t want to have everybody have to have an electric car, and he makes electric cars. I think we get along well.”&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Elon Musk makes a chilling prediction about what happens after Donald Trump leaves office, warning that MAGA influence may extend far beyond a single presidency.

The Tesla CEO, in a private event, expressed that the US is beginning a “great 12-year span.” According to a report by Politico, Musk predicted that Trump's Presidency would be followed by two consecutive presidencies by the current Vice President JD Vance. Vance is currently the frontrunner for the 2028 Presidential race. President Donald Trump, during a marathon Cabinet meeting, clearly addressed the idea of a 2028 rerun. "It’s not going to be me," Trump said. "It’s going to be somebody who’s probably sitting at this table. Trump had previously toyed with the idea of running for a third term. Elon Musk and Donald Trump's relationship Musk's support for the 12 years of MAGA comes at the end of a struggling year for his friendship in 2025. Notably, Musk was the single largest donor to Trump, 2024 election campaign. But later, Musk turned his back on Trump, as he departed from the White House in May. He pushed for the release of the Epstein file, adding fuel to the controversy. However, gradually Musk tried to get back in the good graces of Trump, even if he was condescending in nature. “You are so lucky I am with you, Elon. Has he ever thanked me properly?” Trump said during a Saudi investment forum hosted at the Kennedy Centre. Musk later shared his gratitude, “I would like to thank President Trump for all he has done for America and the world". Trump had been a climate change denier all throughout his political career. When they had fallen out, Trump openly mocked Tesla's electric cars. Trump recently seemed in a reconciliatory tone- “I like Elon a lot. He really helped a lot during the election with his endorsement…I didn’t want to have everybody have to have an electric car, and he makes electric cars. I think we get along well.”

Elon Musk makes a chilling prediction about what happens after Donald Trump leaves office, warning that MAGA influence may extend far beyond a single presidency.

Elon Musk predicts 12 year 'MAGA' presidency even after Donald Trump leaves office

US President Donald Trump went on an unhinged, racist and xenophobic rant on Wednesday. attacking Rep. Ilhan Omar and other Somali migrants, saying that they should be “thrown the hell out of our country”, and claiming that the group have contributed nothing but destroyed the US and "their country stinks."&nbsp;"Look how bad their nation is. It's not even a nation. It's just people walking around killing each other. Look, these Somalians have taken billions of dollars out of our country. Billions and billions," &nbsp;said Trump, surrounded by his cabinet.&nbsp;He then went on to attack Rep. Ilhan Omar as &nbsp;“garbage” and “a terrible person,” accused her of marrying her brother, and hiding it. "She shouldn't be allowed to be a congresswoman, and I'm sure people are looking at that. And she should be thrown the hell out of our country," he said. He said that their country is the worst place on earth, he has not been there and he will never visit there either. But all these people do is complain, he urged that Ilhan Omar and her friends should not be allowed to be in Congress.&nbsp;He then started to attack Obama, "A lot of it starts with Barack Hussein Obama because that's when people started coming in," and added, "They talk about our country, we want them to pray for our country. This is not the people living in Minnesota."<h2>Who are the American Somalis?</h2>According to Joshua Project, an evangelical Christian research initiative that maintains a comprehensive database of the world's ethnic groups, there were 192,000 Somali's living in the US in 2025. &nbsp;According to American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) Minnesota chapter stated that an estimated 95 per cent of the Somalis living in Minnesota, which has the largest concentration of the same, are legally American. According to a Congress report of August 2025, 705 Somalis nationwide were covered by Temporary Protected Status, TPS refers to a diplomatic refugee when the country is going through a conflict or natural disasters

US President Donald Trump makes an announcement from the Oval Office of the White House in Washington, DC, on December 3, 2025. President Trump announced weaker fuel efficiency standards for the country, as part of his agenda to lower the price of gasoline-powered cars.

US President Donald Trump went on an unhinged, racist and xenophobic rant on Wednesday. attacking Rep. Ilhan Omar and other Somali migrants, saying that they should be “thrown the hell out of our country”, and claiming that the group have contributed nothing but destroyed the US and "their country stinks." "Look how bad their nation is. It's not even a nation. It's just people walking around killing each other. Look, these Somalians have taken billions of dollars out of our country. Billions and billions," said Trump, surrounded by his cabinet. He then went on to attack Rep. Ilhan Omar as “garbage” and “a terrible person,” accused her of marrying her brother, and hiding it. "She shouldn't be allowed to be a congresswoman, and I'm sure people are looking at that. And she should be thrown the hell out of our country," he said. He said that their country is the worst place on earth, he has not been there and he will never visit there either. But all these people do is complain, he urged that Ilhan Omar and her friends should not be allowed to be in Congress. He then started to attack Obama, "A lot of it starts with Barack Hussein Obama because that's when people started coming in," and added, "They talk about our country, we want them to pray for our country. This is not the people living in Minnesota." Who are the American Somalis? According to Joshua Project, an evangelical Christian research initiative that maintains a comprehensive database of the world's ethnic groups, there were 192,000 Somali's living in the US in 2025. According to American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) Minnesota chapter stated that an estimated 95 per cent of the Somalis living in Minnesota, which has the largest concentration of the same, are legally American. According to a Congress report of August 2025, 705 Somalis nationwide were covered by Temporary Protected Status, TPS refers to a diplomatic refugee when the country is going through a conflict or natural disasters

US President Donald Trump makes an announcement from the Oval Office of the White House in Washington, DC, on December 3, 2025. President Trump announced weaker fuel efficiency standards for the country, as part of his agenda to lower the price of gasoline-powered cars.

Somali migrants targeted in Trump’s racist and xenophobic rant, claims they ‘Destroyed Minnesota’

President Donald Trump has announced a major reversal of Joe Biden’s fuel-economy rules, a move he says will cut car prices for Americans.


 Trump Rolls Back Biden-era Fuel Standards

The State Department on Wednesday (Dec 3) announced that the United States Institute of Peace now carries a new name. Any guesses? Yes, America's Institute of Peace now carries the name of its "peacemaker" POTUS Donald Trump. The long-standing institution has now been rebranded as the Donald J. Trump Institute of Peace, a move revealed just a day before the Democratic Republic of Congo and Rwanda are set to come to the White House to sign a peace agreement.<h2>'Greatest dealmaker' in US history?</h2>The announcement came through a short social media post that read more like a victory lap. Calling Trump "The greatest dealmaker in our nation's history," the State Department said, "This morning, the State Department renamed the former Institute of Peace to reflect the greatest dealmaker in our nation's history. Welcome to the Donald J. Trump Institute of Peace. The best is yet to come." The post was paired with a photo of the institute's headquarters, where Trump's full name had been added above the building's original engraved lettering.

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<h2>From dismantling USIP to naming it after himself</h2>In February, Trump signed an executive order aimed at dismantling the institute entirely. Soon after, law enforcement removed the organisation's president from the building, and the administration fired nearly all Washington-based staff.USIP was established in 1984 during Ronald Reagan's presidency. Although it received federal funding, it operated independently and carved out a role akin to that of a think tank, bringing together scholars, diplomats, and specialists on global conflicts. Its projects ranged from research to peacebuilding initiatives in countries dealing with long-running violence.Trump’s decision to rename the institute appears to be part of a broader push to frame himself as a central figure in global peacemaking. He has often spoken about the many wars he has solved, even taking credit where it's not due.<h2>Congo-Rwanda peace: Another feather in Trump's cap?</h2>On Thursday, Trump is expected to attend the signing ceremony between DR Congo’s Felix Tshisekedi and Rwanda’s Paul Kagame. The deal aims to ease tensions between the two neighbours after years of friction and conflict.

The US has renamed its Institute of Peace after President Trump, months after he tried to shut it down. The move comes as he prepares to host a peace deal between Congo and Rwanda, part of his push to cast himself as a global peacemaker.

The State Department on Wednesday (Dec 3) announced that the United States Institute of Peace now carries a new name. Any guesses? Yes, America's Institute of Peace now carries the name of its "peacemaker" POTUS Donald Trump. The long-standing institution has now been rebranded as the Donald J. Trump Institute of Peace, a move revealed just a day before the Democratic Republic of Congo and Rwanda are set to come to the White House to sign a peace agreement. 'Greatest dealmaker' in US history? The announcement came through a short social media post that read more like a victory lap. Calling Trump "The greatest dealmaker in our nation's history," the State Department said, "This morning, the State Department renamed the former Institute of Peace to reflect the greatest dealmaker in our nation's history. Welcome to the Donald J. Trump Institute of Peace. The best is yet to come." The post was paired with a photo of the institute's headquarters, where Trump's full name had been added above the building's original engraved lettering.

The US has renamed its Institute of Peace after President Trump, months after he tried to shut it down. The move comes as he prepares to host a peace deal between Congo and Rwanda, part of his push to cast himself as a global peacemaker.

'Donald J. Trump Institute of Peace': Trump puts his name on USIP after trying to shut it down

The Trump administration has initiated a large-scale immigration crackdown in New Orleans, dubbed "Operation Catahoula Crunch," deploying federal agents to target undocumented immigrants accused of violent crimes such as home invasion, armed robbery, and sexual assault. The operation, part of a broader national campaign, comes amid criticism from local officials and advocates, who argue that sanctuary city policies are being used as justification for aggressive enforcement actions. 

Trump's Immigration Crackdown Hits New Orleans, Focus on Violent Offenders

The UN General Assembly on Wednesday (Dec 3) urged Russia to immediately and without conditions return the Ukrainian children "forcibly transferred". Member states voted 91 to 12 in favour of a resolution demanding their immediate and unconditional return. Meanwhile, 57 countries abstained from voting, and Russia rejected the move outright. The resolution "demands that the Russian Federation ensure the immediate, safe and unconditional return of all Ukrainian children who have been forcibly transferred or deported." It also urges an end to the indoctrination of Ukrainian children.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-claims-putin-would-like-to-end-the-ukraine-war-despite-failed-kremlin-talks-1764809592094">Trump claims Putin 'would like to end the Ukraine war' despite failed Kremlin talks</a><h2>Largest state abduction operation in history</h2>The resolution calls on Moscow to "cease, without delay, any further practice of forcible transfer, deportation, separation from families and legal guardians, change of personal status, including through citizenship, adoption or placement in foster families, and indoctrination of Ukrainian children."Ukraine says at least 20,000 children have been taken since the full-scale invasion began in February 2022. Only about 1,850 have made it back. Mariana Betsa, Ukraine’s deputy foreign minister, told the assembly that Russia is carrying out "the largest state abduction operation in history," and that "there will be no just peace in Ukraine without the immediate unconditional return of our children back home."Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/eu-seals-landmark-deal-to-ban-all-russian-gas-imports-withing-three-years-1764742000341">EU seals landmark deal to ban all Russian gas imports within three years</a><h2>Moscow's defence</h2>Russia, meanwhile, insists it moved some children to safety from active combat zones. Its deputy UN envoy, Maria Zabolotskaya, dismissed the resolution as "full of mendacious accusations," arguing that votes in favour only fuel division. "Each vote for the resolution is a support for lies, war, and confrontation. Every voice against is a vote for peace," she insisted.The vote comes as the United States tries to get Russia and Ukraine to agree to US President Donald Trump's plan to end the war.

The UN General Assembly voted 91-12 to demand that Russia return Ukrainian children taken since the 2022 invasion. Kyiv calls it the largest state abduction in history. Moscow denies wrongdoing, claiming it moved children to safety.

The UN General Assembly on Wednesday (Dec 3) urged Russia to immediately and without conditions return the Ukrainian children "forcibly transferred". Member states voted 91 to 12 in favour of a resolution demanding their immediate and unconditional return. Meanwhile, 57 countries abstained from voting, and Russia rejected the move outright. The resolution "demands that the Russian Federation ensure the immediate, safe and unconditional return of all Ukrainian children who have been forcibly transferred or deported." It also urges an end to the indoctrination of Ukrainian children. Also read | Trump claims Putin 'would like to end the Ukraine war' despite failed Kremlin talks Largest state abduction operation in history The resolution calls on Moscow to "cease, without delay, any further practice of forcible transfer, deportation, separation from families and legal guardians, change of personal status, including through citizenship, adoption or placement in foster families, and indoctrination of Ukrainian children." Ukraine says at least 20,000 children have been taken since the full-scale invasion began in February 2022. Only about 1,850 have made it back. Mariana Betsa, Ukraine’s deputy foreign minister, told the assembly that Russia is carrying out "the largest state abduction operation in history," and that "there will be no just peace in Ukraine without the immediate unconditional return of our children back home." Also read | EU seals landmark deal to ban all Russian gas imports within three years Moscow's defence Russia, meanwhile, insists it moved some children to safety from active combat zones. Its deputy UN envoy, Maria Zabolotskaya, dismissed the resolution as "full of mendacious accusations," arguing that votes in favour only fuel division. "Each vote for the resolution is a support for lies, war, and confrontation. Every voice against is a vote for peace," she insisted. The vote comes as the United States tries to get Russia and Ukraine to agree to US President Donald Trump's plan to end the war.

The UN General Assembly voted 91-12 to demand that Russia return Ukrainian children taken since the 2022 invasion. Kyiv calls it the largest state abduction in history. Moscow denies wrongdoing, claiming it moved children to safety.

'Largest state abduction operation in history': UN demands Russia return thousands of captive Ukrainian children

The Trump administration has initiated a sweeping immigration enforcement campaign in New Orleans, sending approximately 250 federal Border Patrol agents to the city as part of "Operation Swamp Sweep" and "Operation Catahoula Crunch".

Trump Administration Targets New Orleans in Immigration Crackdown 

President Donald Trump on Wednesday (Dec 3) said that he believes Russian President Vladimir Putin wants a way out of the Ukraine war, even though high-stakes talks in Moscow ended without a clear breakthrough. His comments came as US officials prepared for a follow-up meeting with Ukraine's top negotiator. Trump sent his envoy Steve Witkoff and his son-in-law Jared Kushner to the Kremlin this week for hours of late-night discussions with the Russian leader to try to find a path to end Europe's bloodiest conflict since World War II.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/five-hour-kremlin-meeting-ends-with-putin-rejecting-trump-s-ukraine-peace-plan-no-compromise-on-territory-1764724500149">Five-hour Kremlin meeting ends with Putin rejecting Trump's Ukraine peace plan: 'No compromise' on territory</a><h2>Trump upbeat even as Kremlin rejects US peace plan</h2>The Kremlin said parts of the US peace proposal were unacceptable, even though the draft includes Ukraine giving up areas of the eastern Donbas region that Russia has been trying to seize for nearly four years.Trump, though, struck an upbeat note. He told reporters the meeting was "reasonably good" and later called it "very good," while cautioning that it was too soon to say anything because "it does take two to tango." Asked whether Moscow seems serious about ending the war, he said Witkoff and Kushner came away with the impression that Putin "would like to end the war."According to Trump, Ukraine "pretty well" supports the US proposal, though he argued Kyiv should have moved in this direction around the time Trump had his meeting with President Volodymyr Zelensky turn into a shouting match.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/war-is-good-business-global-arms-sales-hit-record-679bn-in-2024-us-russia-among-those-who-profited-the-most-1764574260261">War is good business? Global arms sales hit record $679bn in 2024; US and Russia among the biggest gainers</a><h2>US-Ukraine talks next</h2>Next up is a Thursday meeting in Florida between the American team and Ukraine's negotiator Rustem Umerov, reports AFP, citing two US officials. Moscow, meanwhile, says the battlefield has shifted in its favour, giving Russia more leverage. Kremlin aide Yuri Ushakov said recent gains in eastern Ukraine shaped the tone of the negotiations. Russian troops have been advancing for weeks, and Putin has warned he's ready to keep fighting until all claimed territories fall under Moscow's control. Still, Russia insists diplomacy isn't off the table. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said they are ready to meet "as many times as needed."In Kyiv, President Volodymyr Zelensky said there is finally a window for peace, but that it must be matched by increased global pressure on Moscow. "The world now clearly feels that there is an opportunity to end the war, and the current activity in negotiations must be supported by pressure on Russia," he said in a regular evening address.&nbsp;

Trump says Putin may be looking for a way out of the Ukraine war, even as the Kremlin rejects key parts of Washington's peace plan. His envoys met Putin for hours in Moscow, and US officials now head into follow-up talks with Kyiv.

President Donald Trump on Wednesday (Dec 3) said that he believes Russian President Vladimir Putin wants a way out of the Ukraine war, even though high-stakes talks in Moscow ended without a clear breakthrough. His comments came as US officials prepared for a follow-up meeting with Ukraine's top negotiator. Trump sent his envoy Steve Witkoff and his son-in-law Jared Kushner to the Kremlin this week for hours of late-night discussions with the Russian leader to try to find a path to end Europe's bloodiest conflict since World War II. Also read | Five-hour Kremlin meeting ends with Putin rejecting Trump's Ukraine peace plan: 'No compromise' on territory Trump upbeat even as Kremlin rejects US peace plan The Kremlin said parts of the US peace proposal were unacceptable, even though the draft includes Ukraine giving up areas of the eastern Donbas region that Russia has been trying to seize for nearly four years. Trump, though, struck an upbeat note. He told reporters the meeting was "reasonably good" and later called it "very good," while cautioning that it was too soon to say anything because "it does take two to tango." Asked whether Moscow seems serious about ending the war, he said Witkoff and Kushner came away with the impression that Putin "would like to end the war." According to Trump, Ukraine "pretty well" supports the US proposal, though he argued Kyiv should have moved in this direction around the time Trump had his meeting with President Volodymyr Zelensky turn into a shouting match. Also read | War is good business? Global arms sales hit record $679bn in 2024; US and Russia among the biggest gainers US-Ukraine talks next Next up is a Thursday meeting in Florida between the American team and Ukraine's negotiator Rustem Umerov, reports AFP, citing two US officials. Moscow, meanwhile, says the battlefield has shifted in its favour, giving Russia more leverage. Kremlin aide Yuri Ushakov said recent gains in eastern Ukraine shaped the tone of the negotiations. Russian troops have been advancing for weeks, and Putin has warned he's ready to keep fighting until all claimed territories fall under Moscow's control. Still, Russia insists diplomacy isn't off the table. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said they are ready to meet "as many times as needed." In Kyiv, President Volodymyr Zelensky said there is finally a window for peace, but that it must be matched by increased global pressure on Moscow. "The world now clearly feels that there is an opportunity to end the war, and the current activity in negotiations must be supported by pressure on Russia," he said in a regular evening address.

Trump says Putin may be looking for a way out of the Ukraine war, even as the Kremlin rejects key parts of Washington's peace plan. His envoys met Putin for hours in Moscow, and US officials now head into follow-up talks with Kyiv.

Trump claims Putin 'would like to end the Ukraine war' despite failed Kremlin talks

President Donald Trump is poised to roll back his predecessor Joe Biden's tough fuel-economy standards, arguing the move will lower car prices even as critics warn it will leave drivers paying more at the pump and accelerate climate change.Trump will be joined in the Oval Office on Wednesday by the CEOs of Ford and Stellantis, and a General Motors manager, to announce the rollback -- with the presence of the so-called "Big Three" automakers signaling critical industry buy-in."Joe Biden's fuel efficiency regulations would have raised the cost of a new vehicle by $1,000," the White House said on X, adding that Trump's reset would save Americans $109 billion."As America's largest auto producer, we appreciate President Trump's leadership in aligning fuel economy standards with market realities," Ford CEO Jim Farley said in a statement.Environmentalists quickly pushed back, saying the move stood out even among Trump's many anti-green actions because of its outsized impact on car-dependent America."Trump is taking a wrecking ball to the biggest single step any nation has ever taken to combat oil use, global warming pollution, and helping save consumers money at the gas pump," Dan Becker, an activist with the Center for Biological Diversity who has campaigned for green car policies since the 1980s, told AFP. "This is the big one."At stake are the Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) standards, created in 1975 in response to the Arab oil embargo, which require vehicles to achieve the "maximum feasible" mileage per gallon.The full extent of the rollback was not immediately clear.But the Trump administration has repeatedly signaled its opposition to efficiency increases enacted under Biden's administration, which it boosted by eight percent for model years 2024–2025 and 10 percent for 2026, targeting more than 50 miles per gallon by 2031.In a proposed rule issued in June, Trump's Department of Transport argued that Biden officials had improperly factored in electric and hybrid vehicles when devising those targets, saying the standards would be unattainable for gasoline-powered cars and would effectively force a shift in the market.Becker called that argument "ludicrous" because it would force automakers to ignore that advanced technology exists.<h2>- Trump EV fight -</h2>Trump has railed against what he calls an EV "mandate" -- an issue that has put him at odds with his on-again, off-again billionaire ally Elon Musk, the CEO and largest shareholder of Tesla, which still has the highest EV market share in the US even as other brands are gaining.Republicans in Congress have repealed clean-energy tax credits in a major tax and spending bill, and targeted California's ability to set its own vehicle-emission limits.Throughout 2025, GM and other US automakers have curtailed or pushed back new EV plant capacity.But whether savings from reduced EV investment will filter through to consumers remains unclear.While the shift away from EVs does allow automakers to delay or forgo billions of dollars in new investments, some of those funds are being steered into new initiatives to add US carbuilding capacity in light of Trump's tariffs.GM, for example, announced in June $4 billion in spending to retool factories in Michigan, Kansas and Tennessee.GM, which has said it expects a $3.5 billion -- $4.5 billion tariff hit in 2025, has also placed a heavy priority on returning excess cash to shareholders.Gina McCarthy, a former senior official under Biden and Barack Obama, said the move would ultimately harm the auto industry by slowing its shift to electric vehicles and worsen climate change."The rest of the world will continue to innovate and create cleaner cars that people want to buy and drive, while we're forced to sit in our clunkers, paying more for gas, and pumping out more tailpipe emissions."

Environmentalists quickly pushed back, saying the move stood out even among Trump's many anti-green actions because of its outsized impact on car-dependent America.

President Donald Trump is poised to roll back his predecessor Joe Biden's tough fuel-economy standards, arguing the move will lower car prices even as critics warn it will leave drivers paying more at the pump and accelerate climate change. Trump will be joined in the Oval Office on Wednesday by the CEOs of Ford and Stellantis, and a General Motors manager, to announce the rollback -- with the presence of the so-called "Big Three" automakers signaling critical industry buy-in. "Joe Biden's fuel efficiency regulations would have raised the cost of a new vehicle by $1,000," the White House said on X, adding that Trump's reset would save Americans $109 billion. "As America's largest auto producer, we appreciate President Trump's leadership in aligning fuel economy standards with market realities," Ford CEO Jim Farley said in a statement. Environmentalists quickly pushed back, saying the move stood out even among Trump's many anti-green actions because of its outsized impact on car-dependent America. "Trump is taking a wrecking ball to the biggest single step any nation has ever taken to combat oil use, global warming pollution, and helping save consumers money at the gas pump," Dan Becker, an activist with the Center for Biological Diversity who has campaigned for green car policies since the 1980s, told AFP. "This is the big one." At stake are the Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) standards, created in 1975 in response to the Arab oil embargo, which require vehicles to achieve the "maximum feasible" mileage per gallon. The full extent of the rollback was not immediately clear. But the Trump administration has repeatedly signaled its opposition to efficiency increases enacted under Biden's administration, which it boosted by eight percent for model years 2024–2025 and 10 percent for 2026, targeting more than 50 miles per gallon by 2031. In a proposed rule issued in June, Trump's Department of Transport argued that Biden officials had improperly factored in electric and hybrid vehicles when devising those targets, saying the standards would be unattainable for gasoline-powered cars and would effectively force a shift in the market. Becker called that argument "ludicrous" because it would force automakers to ignore that advanced technology exists. - Trump EV fight - Trump has railed against what he calls an EV "mandate" -- an issue that has put him at odds with his on-again, off-again billionaire ally Elon Musk, the CEO and largest shareholder of Tesla, which still has the highest EV market share in the US even as other brands are gaining. Republicans in Congress have repealed clean-energy tax credits in a major tax and spending bill, and targeted California's ability to set its own vehicle-emission limits. Throughout 2025, GM and other US automakers have curtailed or pushed back new EV plant capacity. But whether savings from reduced EV investment will filter through to consumers remains unclear. While the shift away from EVs does allow automakers to delay or forgo billions of dollars in new investments, some of those funds are being steered into new initiatives to add US carbuilding capacity in light of Trump's tariffs. GM, for example, announced in June $4 billion in spending to retool factories in Michigan, Kansas and Tennessee. GM, which has said it expects a $3.5 billion -- $4.5 billion tariff hit in 2025, has also placed a heavy priority on returning excess cash to shareholders. Gina McCarthy, a former senior official under Biden and Barack Obama, said the move would ultimately harm the auto industry by slowing its shift to electric vehicles and worsen climate change. "The rest of the world will continue to innovate and create cleaner cars that people want to buy and drive, while we're forced to sit in our clunkers, paying more for gas, and pumping out more tailpipe emissions."

Environmentalists quickly pushed back, saying the move stood out even among Trump's many anti-green actions because of its outsized impact on car-dependent America.

Trump to scrap Biden's fuel-economy standards. Why it has sparked climate outcry

On Wednesday (December 3), House Democrats on the Oversight Committee made public a series of previously unseen photos and videos from the private island once owned by Jeffrey Epstein. These disturbing images provide new insights into the place that served as the hub for Epstein’s decades-long exploitation of young women and girls. Among the newly released content are images of bedrooms, bathrooms, and what looks like a dentist’s chair adorned with masks. One image also shows a landline phone with various names, Darren, Rich, Mike, Patrick, and Larry, marked on the speed dial buttons.&nbsp;The footage includes sweeping views of the luxurious estate on Little St. James Island, located in the US Virgin Islands, showcasing its pool, palm-lined paths, and oceanfront vistas. Another photo captures a study with a blackboard featuring words like “power,” “deception,” “plots,” and “political.” Some of the images have been redacted to protect privacy, especially removing the names of women depicted.<h2>See the images here</h2>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">🚨 BREAKING: Oversight Dems have received never-before-seen photos and videos of Jeffrey Epstein&#39;s private island that are a harrowing look behind Epstein’s closed doors. See for yourself. We won’t stop fighting until we end this cover-up and deliver justice for the survivors. <a href="https://t.co/qXmxFISZLS">pic.twitter.com/qXmxFISZLS</a>&mdash; Oversight Dems (@OversightDems) <a href="https://twitter.com/OversightDems/status/1996254530447569384?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 3, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-trained-by-the-americans-themselves-taliban-govt-says-us-national-guard-shooting-does-not-concern-afghanistan-1764769959040">'Trained by the Americans themselves': Taliban govt says US National Guard shooting does not concern Afghanistan</a>&nbsp;According to a Democratic committee aide who while speaking to CNN said that these never-before-seen materials were obtained from the notorious island and were released to promote transparency in the ongoing investigation into Jeffrey Epstein’s crimes. The release follows recent legislation signed into law by the US President Donald Trump, which mandates the Justice Department to publicly release its Jeffrey Epstein-related documents.&nbsp;Rep. Robert Garcia, a leading member of the Oversight Committee, emphasised that the goal of making these disturbing visuals public was to continue shining a light on the full extent of abusive activities by Jeffrey Epstein. "This is a critical step to ensuring accountability and transparency as we work to uncover the truth about Epstein’s crimes," Garcia said in a statement.

Epstein files: House Democrats release unseen images from Jeffrey Epstein’s infamous private island

On Wednesday (December 3), House Democrats on the Oversight Committee made public a series of previously unseen photos and videos from the private island once owned by Jeffrey Epstein. These disturbing images provide new insights into the place that served as the hub for Epstein’s decades-long exploitation of young women and girls. Among the newly released content are images of bedrooms, bathrooms, and what looks like a dentist’s chair adorned with masks. One image also shows a landline phone with various names, Darren, Rich, Mike, Patrick, and Larry, marked on the speed dial buttons. The footage includes sweeping views of the luxurious estate on Little St. James Island, located in the US Virgin Islands, showcasing its pool, palm-lined paths, and oceanfront vistas. Another photo captures a study with a blackboard featuring words like “power,” “deception,” “plots,” and “political.” Some of the images have been redacted to protect privacy, especially removing the names of women depicted. See the images here

House Democrats released never-before-seen images and videos from Epstein's private Caribbean island, revealing disturbing details of his past crimes and operations

Epstein files: House Democrats release unseen images from Jeffrey Epstein’s infamous private island — SEE PICS

Republican Ohio governor candidate Vivek Ramaswamy, was slammed by the conservative MAGA voter base of Donald Trump for preaching about the American Dream. Ramaswamy, while talking to the GOP voter base, said, “There’s no Canadian Dream. There’s no British Dream. There’s no Chinese Dream. It’s called the American Dream for a reason. It’s what makes American exceptionalism possible." The gubernatorial hopeful &nbsp;Vivek Ramaswamy is on a tour through the Ohio city. He has been attacked by White nationalists on several occasions, but he maintains good support within the Republican party and has acquired endorsement from US President Donald Trump and is up for competition against Democratic candidate Amy Acton.&nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">There’s no “Canadian Dream.” There’s no “British Dream.” There’s no “Chinese Dream.” It’s called the American Dream for a reason. It’s what makes American exceptionalism possible. <a href="https://t.co/API4YHXYiA">pic.twitter.com/API4YHXYiA</a>&mdash; Vivek Ramaswamy (@VivekGRamaswamy) <a href="https://twitter.com/VivekGRamaswamy/status/1995863497071329690?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 2, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Social media erupted with hate, xenophobic and racist remarks. The Indian-origin businessman had been particularly targeted by his conservative White voter base. Many have called for his deportation, saying that they can't see past his brown skin, as far as terming him a foreign parasite. While some criticised the American Dream as capitalist branding, highlighting that the guy who came up with the term was supporting immigration restrictions of 1924 and believed in Anglo-Saxon superiority. But others were quick to point out that America became great because it was populated by the Germanic, Slavic, and Celtic people. One user commented, “The American Dream is seeing you deported”, another commented, “We don't need an Indian to tell us what the American dream is, you should be deported”. "Why is it White America's responsibility to supply a "Dream" to everyone else? Are Brown people incapable of having dreams themselves?"

Vivek Ramaswamy faces intense backlash after social media users criticise him for preaching the “American Dream.” Many accused him of overstepping, sparking a debate on nationality, identity, and political messaging in the US.

Republican Ohio governor candidate Vivek Ramaswamy, was slammed by the conservative MAGA voter base of Donald Trump for preaching about the American Dream. Ramaswamy, while talking to the GOP voter base, said, “There’s no Canadian Dream. There’s no British Dream. There’s no Chinese Dream. It’s called the American Dream for a reason. It’s what makes American exceptionalism possible." The gubernatorial hopeful Vivek Ramaswamy is on a tour through the Ohio city. He has been attacked by White nationalists on several occasions, but he maintains good support within the Republican party and has acquired endorsement from US President Donald Trump and is up for competition against Democratic candidate Amy Acton.

Vivek Ramaswamy faces intense backlash after social media users criticise him for preaching the “American Dream.” Many accused him of overstepping, sparking a debate on nationality, identity, and political messaging in the US.

'We don't need an Indian to tell us American Dream': Vivek Ramaswamy under fire

US President Donald Trump on Wednesday said he “gets along well” with Elon Musk when asked if the billionaire is back in his inner circle. Trump acknowledged Musk's support and appreciated the contributions the Tesla CEO made during the US presidential election. He added that their only issue was his stance on not requiring everyone to use electric cars.&nbsp;The statement followed when a reporter asked Trump while addressing in the White House, “Is [Elon Musk] now back in your circle of friends?”&nbsp;In response, President Trump said, “Well, I really don’t know. I like Elon a lot. He really helped a lot during the election with his endorsement. Look, we had one problem. I didn’t want to have everybody have to have an electric car, and he makes electric cars. I think we get along well.”

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">Reporter: “Is [Elon Musk] now back in your circle of friends?” President Trump: “Well, I really don’t know. I like Elon a lot. He really helped a lot during the election with his endorsement. Look, we had one problem. I didn’t want to have everybody have to have an electric car… <a href="https://t.co/9Sn0AWCsn5">pic.twitter.com/9Sn0AWCsn5</a>&mdash; RedWave Press (@RedWave_Press) <a href="https://twitter.com/RedWave_Press/status/1995928946475762098?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 2, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h3>Elon Musk attends Trump's dinner</h3>Days ago, Elon Musk had a dinner with Donald Trump and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman at the White House on Tuesday (Nov 18, 2025). The meeting was the second joint public appearance since a bitter public feud earlier this year.&nbsp;Elon Musk reportedly backed and financed the election campaign of Donald Trump last year and later became a key adviser in the new administration, heading the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) and overseeing reductions in federal spending and staffing, according to a report by news agency Reuters.&nbsp;However, their relationship quickly soured. Musk criticised Trump’s broad tax and spending package online, calling it financially irresponsible, and announced plans to form a new political party. Trump retaliated by threatening to withdraw the federal subsidies worth billions that Musk’s companies relied on.&nbsp;According to analysts, the clash, combined with Musk’s increasingly far-right rhetoric, damaged Tesla’s reputation, sales and share value. Since then, the two have seldom appeared together publicly. Their last known interaction was a handshake at a memorial event for conservative activist Charlie Kirk in September.

US President Donald Trump acknowledged the support made by Tesla CEO Elon Musk during the US presidential election. He added that their only issue was his stance on not requiring everyone to use electric cars.

US President Donald Trump on Wednesday said he “gets along well” with Elon Musk when asked if the billionaire is back in his inner circle. Trump acknowledged Musk's support and appreciated the contributions the Tesla CEO made during the US presidential election. He added that their only issue was his stance on not requiring everyone to use electric cars. The statement followed when a reporter asked Trump while addressing in the White House, “Is [Elon Musk] now back in your circle of friends?” In response, President Trump said, “Well, I really don’t know. I like Elon a lot. He really helped a lot during the election with his endorsement. Look, we had one problem. I didn’t want to have everybody have to have an electric car, and he makes electric cars. I think we get along well.”

US President Donald Trump acknowledged the support made by Tesla CEO Elon Musk during the US presidential election. He added that their only issue was his stance on not requiring everyone to use electric cars.

Musk back in US president's 'circle of friends'? Trump says 'I don't know but I like him'

US President Donald Trump, has been slapped with a $310 million lawsuit for a trafficking venture which is almost identical to the sex-trafficking venture of Jeffrey Epstein. The lawsuit filed on November 24, in Palm Beach County, has named Tesla CEO Elon Musk, and Microsoft founder Bill Gates. Notably, Trump's Mar-a-Lago residence is in Palm Beach.The story has been reported by BOCA News Now.com, a hyperlocal website, and the names of the plaintiffs have been redacted for privacy reasons. The lawsuit alleges a “eight-year trafficking and exploitation venture that began in 2018 [that] has continued and escalated under the current Trump administration. It alleges that the defendant has coerced using physical intimidation, financial harm, confinement, fraud and deceit to benefit from creative works, intellectual labour and property of the plaintiff.&nbsp;It accuses Trump of grooming the lead plaintiff of the lawsuit since 1998, “the exact year [the] plaintiff was born.” It accuses Trump of using the Gates Foundation &nbsp;“cover and silencing mechanism” to continue the operation, as well as facilitating “coordinated sexual assaults. The plaintiff also alleged that her infant daughter was taken away because she filed the lawsuit, a technique which is &nbsp;“identical in every material respect” to Epstein’s. The uncertified copy of the lawsuit alleges that the US Department of Homeland Security was aware of the trafficking against the plaintiff but failed to intervene.The lawsuit also alleges that between 2023 and November 2025, there had been 5 different attempts to murder the lead plaintiff employing “poisoning, vehicular assaults and orchestrated physical attacks designed to appear accidental.” The plaintiffs in the case are seeking $310 million in compensatory damages, more than $134 million in attorneys’ fees, and injunctive relief that includes “immediate return of full legal and physical custody” of the lead plaintiff's daughter.&nbsp;&nbsp;

A $310 million lawsuit filed in Palm Beach accuses Donald Trump, Elon Musk, and Bill Gates of participating in an eight-year trafficking and exploitation scheme similar to Jeffrey Epstein’s alleged operations. 

US President Donald Trump, has been slapped with a $310 million lawsuit for a trafficking venture which is almost identical to the sex-trafficking venture of Jeffrey Epstein. The lawsuit filed on November 24, in Palm Beach County, has named Tesla CEO Elon Musk, and Microsoft founder Bill Gates. Notably, Trump's Mar-a-Lago residence is in Palm Beach. The story has been reported by BOCA News Now.com, a hyperlocal website, and the names of the plaintiffs have been redacted for privacy reasons. The lawsuit alleges a “eight-year trafficking and exploitation venture that began in 2018 [that] has continued and escalated under the current Trump administration. It alleges that the defendant has coerced using physical intimidation, financial harm, confinement, fraud and deceit to benefit from creative works, intellectual labour and property of the plaintiff. It accuses Trump of grooming the lead plaintiff of the lawsuit since 1998, “the exact year [the] plaintiff was born.” It accuses Trump of using the Gates Foundation “cover and silencing mechanism” to continue the operation, as well as facilitating “coordinated sexual assaults. The plaintiff also alleged that her infant daughter was taken away because she filed the lawsuit, a technique which is “identical in every material respect” to Epstein’s. The uncertified copy of the lawsuit alleges that the US Department of Homeland Security was aware of the trafficking against the plaintiff but failed to intervene. The lawsuit also alleges that between 2023 and November 2025, there had been 5 different attempts to murder the lead plaintiff employing “poisoning, vehicular assaults and orchestrated physical attacks designed to appear accidental.” The plaintiffs in the case are seeking $310 million in compensatory damages, more than $134 million in attorneys’ fees, and injunctive relief that includes “immediate return of full legal and physical custody” of the lead plaintiff's daughter.

A $310 million lawsuit filed in Palm Beach accuses Donald Trump, Elon Musk, and Bill Gates of participating in an eight-year trafficking and exploitation scheme similar to Jeffrey Epstein’s alleged operations.&nbsp;

Donald Trump, Elon Musk and Bill Gates slammed with $310mn trafficking lawsuit

US pop singer Sabrina Carpenter on Tuesday (Dec 2) emerged as the latest musician to slam the US President Donald Trump administration's illegal use of her songs. On X, the pop star called out the White House for using her music in a video promoting immigration enforcement, saying the clip turned her stomach.<h2>White House uses Sabrina Carpenter's music without permission</h2>The video, posted Monday (Dec 1), shows Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents tackling people, making arrests, and putting handcuffs on detainees. It's set to Carpenter's 2024 track ‘Juno’. Responding to the video, Carpenter made it clear she had nothing to do with it. She wrote that the clip was "evil and disgusting," and told the White House to "not ever involve me or my music" to benefit what she called an "inhumane agenda".

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-theme="dark" data-dnt="true" align="center">this video is evil and disgusting. Do not ever involve me or my music to benefit your inhumane agenda.&mdash; Sabrina Carpenter (@SabrinaAnnLynn) <a href="https://twitter.com/SabrinaAnnLynn/status/1995876972405420114?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 2, 2025</a></blockquote>
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<h2>White House claps back</h2>The response from the White House came fast and sharp. Spokeswoman Abigail Jackson fired back with a jab referencing Carpenter's recent album title, saying the administration would not apologise for deporting people it describes as violent criminals. In a statement to TMZ, Jackson said "Here’s a Short n’ Sweet message for Sabrina Carpenter: we won’t apologise for deporting dangerous criminal illegal murderers, rapists, and paedophiles from our country." She added, "Anyone who would defend these sick monsters must be stupid, or is it slow?".<h2>Copyright? What's that?</h2>Sabrina Carpenter isn't the only artist clashing with the Trump administration over music rights. Several other artists have previously slammed Trump and his administration's use of their music. American singer and guitarist Kenny Loggins recently objected to the president using 'Danger Zone' from the movie 'Top Gun' in a video featuring AI images of Trump flying a fighter jet and dropping excrement on opponents.In 2024, Celine Dion also protested the use of 'My Heart Will Go On' in a campaign clip, and Beyoncé pushed back when her song 'Freedom' appeared in another political video.&nbsp;

Sabrina Carpenter has become the latest artist to blast the Trump administration for using her music without permission. On X, she said a White House video set to her song Juno left her “sick.” All you need to know

US pop singer Sabrina Carpenter on Tuesday (Dec 2) emerged as the latest musician to slam the US President Donald Trump administration's illegal use of her songs. On X, the pop star called out the White House for using her music in a video promoting immigration enforcement, saying the clip turned her stomach. White House uses Sabrina Carpenter's music without permission The video, posted Monday (Dec 1), shows Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents tackling people, making arrests, and putting handcuffs on detainees. It's set to Carpenter's 2024 track ‘Juno’. Responding to the video, Carpenter made it clear she had nothing to do with it. She wrote that the clip was "evil and disgusting," and told the White House to "not ever involve me or my music" to benefit what she called an "inhumane agenda".

Sabrina Carpenter has become the latest artist to blast the Trump administration for using her music without permission. On X, she said a White House video set to her song Juno left her “sick.” All you need to know

Sabrina Carpenter blasts White House after her song 'Juno' pops up in ICE's 'evil and disgusting' video

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Donald Trump - the oldest president to take the office in the US, has insisted that he is sharper than what he was 25 years ago. However, his action suggested otherwise. Democrats must be calling it “poetic justice” as Trump dozed off minutes after criticising ‘sleepy Joe.’

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US President Donald Trump ridiculed his second in command while mocking another vice presidential candidate. On Tuesday, during the 9th cabinet meeting of the second term, President Donald Trump went on some incoherent rants. He said that he wouldn't know who is more incompetent, JD Vance or Minnesota Governor Tim Walz.“I think the man’s a grossly incompetent man,” Trump said, referring to Walz, &nbsp;“I thought that from the day I watched JD destroy him in a debate. I was saying, ‘Who was more incompetent? That man or my man?’ I had a man, and he had a man—they were both incompetent.” He further added, “I had a man and a woman, I thought she was very incompetent too. But now she’s leading the field, and I think she’s leading the field in the nomination.”&nbsp;At the beginning of the meeting, he said that “generally speaking,” his Cabinet had many “high IQ” members. “A couple of them I’m a little concerned about,” while looking around the table.&nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Trump on Tim Walz: &quot;I think the man is a grossly incompetent man. I thought that from the day I watched JD destroy him in the debate. I was saying, &#39;Who&#39;s more incompetent, that man or my man?&#39; I had a man and he had a man. They were both incompetent.&quot; <a href="https://t.co/uPTayZjLx6">pic.twitter.com/uPTayZjLx6</a>&mdash; Aaron Rupar (@atrupar) <a href="https://twitter.com/atrupar/status/1995932580793794922?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 2, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2>Trump, 79, dozed off in the Cabinet meeting</h2>However, he appreciated that Kristi Noem kept the hurricane season without a hurricane: “You kept the hurricanes away.” Trump had a very glowering expression the whole time Vance was speaking. He was barely able to keep his eyes open while others were speaking. CNN anchor Pakman raised questions about the energy level of Trump during the meeting. Ana Navarro, a Nicaraguan-American political strategist and commentator, responded, saying, "having your as* kissed for hours can be a little boring." Trump was incoherent throughout the meeting; he was referring to people in third person, ‘he’ and 'she', which was hard to understand for the White House reporters.

US President Donald Trump admits his true feelings about his second in command while ranting about Minnesota Governor Tim Walz. He called both of them equally incompetent. 

US President Donald Trump ridiculed his second in command while mocking another vice presidential candidate. On Tuesday, during the 9th cabinet meeting of the second term, President Donald Trump went on some incoherent rants. He said that he wouldn't know who is more incompetent, JD Vance or Minnesota Governor Tim Walz. “I think the man’s a grossly incompetent man,” Trump said, referring to Walz, “I thought that from the day I watched JD destroy him in a debate. I was saying, ‘Who was more incompetent? That man or my man?’ I had a man, and he had a man—they were both incompetent.” He further added, “I had a man and a woman, I thought she was very incompetent too. But now she’s leading the field, and I think she’s leading the field in the nomination.” At the beginning of the meeting, he said that “generally speaking,” his Cabinet had many “high IQ” members. “A couple of them I’m a little concerned about,” while looking around the table.

US President Donald Trump admits his true feelings about his second in command while ranting about Minnesota Governor Tim Walz. He called both of them equally incompetent.&nbsp;

Trump calls Vice President JD Vance 'incompetent' in barely intelligible rant

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US President Donald Trump on Tuesday (Dec 2) signalled that his administration could start its campaign of lethal strikes against alleged drug traffickers "on land" very soon. This shift would mark a major escalation of US counter-narcotics operations across Latin America. It comes as the same day Trump's Secretary of War Pete Hegseth insisted that the US had "only just begun" targeting alleged drug-trafficking boats.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ahead-of-delhi-visit-putin-vows-deeper-partnership-with-india-says-he-wants-ties-at-a-qualitatively-new-level-1764726149599">Ahead of Delhi visit, Putin vows deeper partnership with India, says he wants ties at a 'qualitatively new level'</a><h2>When will the US start land strikes in Latin America?</h2>When asked about recent US strikes on suspected drug boats, Trump told reporters during a Cabinet meeting that the next phase is already in motion. "We're going to start doing those strikes on land, too," he said. However, he did not give a timeline or specify potential targets, but made clear the scope would be broad. "You know, the land is much easier ... And we know the routes they take. We know everything about them. We know where they live. We know where the bad ones live. And we're going to start that very soon, too."Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/maduro-lashes-out-at-washington-s-slave-s-peace-as-trump-meets-security-chiefs-on-venezuela-1764638490172">Maduro lashes out at Washington’s 'slave’s peace' as Trump meets security chiefs on Venezuela</a>Trump insisted that Venezuela was not necessarily the only country that would be targeted by these land strikes. Any country where illicit drugs are produced or trafficked is "subject to attack," he said, singling out Colombia.

Trump said the US is preparing to launch land strikes against alleged drug traffickers across Latin America, calling it the next phase of his campaign after boat attacks. Here's what he said.

US President Donald Trump on Tuesday (Dec 2) signalled that his administration could start its campaign of lethal strikes against alleged drug traffickers "on land" very soon. This shift would mark a major escalation of US counter-narcotics operations across Latin America. It comes as the same day Trump's Secretary of War Pete Hegseth insisted that the US had "only just begun" targeting alleged drug-trafficking boats. Also read | Ahead of Delhi visit, Putin vows deeper partnership with India, says he wants ties at a 'qualitatively new level' When will the US start land strikes in Latin America? When asked about recent US strikes on suspected drug boats, Trump told reporters during a Cabinet meeting that the next phase is already in motion. "We're going to start doing those strikes on land, too," he said. However, he did not give a timeline or specify potential targets, but made clear the scope would be broad. "You know, the land is much easier ... And we know the routes they take. We know everything about them. We know where they live. We know where the bad ones live. And we're going to start that very soon, too." Also read | Maduro lashes out at Washington’s 'slave’s peace' as Trump meets security chiefs on Venezuela Trump insisted that Venezuela was not necessarily the only country that would be targeted by these land strikes. Any country where illicit drugs are produced or trafficked is "subject to attack," he said, singling out Colombia.

Trump said the US is preparing to launch land strikes against alleged drug traffickers across Latin America, calling it the next phase of his campaign after boat attacks. Here's what he said.

Trump says US will launch lethal land strikes in Latin America 'very soon,' Hegseth vows boat strikes 'only just begun'

Fox News’ Pete Hegseth reports that the U.S. is supporting military commanders involved in recent strikes on alleged drug-trafficking vessels. The operations aim to curb narcotics smuggling and strengthen maritime security.


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U.S. President Donald Trump urged Israel not to take actions that could further destabilise Syria amid heightened regional tensions. The statement comes as reports indicate that Israeli forces carried out strikes in Syria, resulting in the deaths of 13 people.

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The White House is preparing for a potential overruling of tariffs imposed under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA). Officials are assessing legal, economic, and diplomatic impacts as key challenges to the tariffs advance, setting the stage for a significant shift in U.S. trade and national-security policy.


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Venezuela's President Nicolás Maduro told a packed rally in Caracas on Monday (Dec 1) that his country will not accept "a slave's peace," as the United States steps up its military pressure in the region. He accused Washington of "testing" Venezuela for 22 weeks through a major naval build-up in the Caribbean, airspace warnings, and a series of lethal strikes on boats the US claims were ferrying drugs. At least 83 people have been killed in those operations since September. Rights groups say the strikes are illegal and that the US has not provided proof that the targets were traffickers.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-confirms-secret-call-with-maduro-what-was-really-said-1764550000178">Trump confirms secret call with Maduro. What was really said?</a><h2>US' psychological terrorism</h2>"We want peace, but peace with sovereignty, equality, freedom! We do not want a slave's peace, nor the peace of colonies!" Maduro said at a rally in Caracas. He claimed the US wants regime change and said Venezuela has increased military readiness in response.Maduro said that his nation has "endured 22 weeks of aggression" that can only be described as "psychological terrorism," a time during which "they have tested us," but that "the people of Venezuela have demonstrated their love for the homeland".<h2>Trump summons national security team to discuss Venezuela</h2>Meanwhile, US President Donald Trump has called his national security team to the Oval Office to discuss Venezuela. The White House confirmed the meeting but refused to say whether Trump was close to a decision on further action.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-signals-new-push-to-choke-off-venezuelan-drug-flow-says-land-crackdowns-are-coming-very-soon-1764292863262">Trump signals new push to choke off drug flow, says land crackdowns against Venezuela are coming 'very soon'</a>"I will confirm that the president will be meeting with his national security team on this subject and on many matters," White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt told AFP at a briefing. However, she insisted she was "definitely not going to detail the specifics of the meeting."Leavitt also refused to rule out the possibility of US troops on the ground in Venezuela, saying that the options were at Trump's disposal and that she'll "let him speak on those".

Maduro says Venezuela will not accept what he calls a slave’s peace as he accuses the US of 22 weeks of pressure, strikes and psychological warfare. 

Venezuela's President Nicolás Maduro told a packed rally in Caracas on Monday (Dec 1) that his country will not accept "a slave's peace," as the United States steps up its military pressure in the region. He accused Washington of "testing" Venezuela for 22 weeks through a major naval build-up in the Caribbean, airspace warnings, and a series of lethal strikes on boats the US claims were ferrying drugs. At least 83 people have been killed in those operations since September. Rights groups say the strikes are illegal and that the US has not provided proof that the targets were traffickers. Also read | Trump confirms secret call with Maduro. What was really said? US' psychological terrorism "We want peace, but peace with sovereignty, equality, freedom! We do not want a slave's peace, nor the peace of colonies!" Maduro said at a rally in Caracas. He claimed the US wants regime change and said Venezuela has increased military readiness in response. Maduro said that his nation has "endured 22 weeks of aggression" that can only be described as "psychological terrorism," a time during which "they have tested us," but that "the people of Venezuela have demonstrated their love for the homeland". Trump summons national security team to discuss Venezuela Meanwhile, US President Donald Trump has called his national security team to the Oval Office to discuss Venezuela. The White House confirmed the meeting but refused to say whether Trump was close to a decision on further action. Also read | Trump signals new push to choke off drug flow, says land crackdowns against Venezuela are coming 'very soon' "I will confirm that the president will be meeting with his national security team on this subject and on many matters," White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt told AFP at a briefing. However, she insisted she was "definitely not going to detail the specifics of the meeting." Leavitt also refused to rule out the possibility of US troops on the ground in Venezuela, saying that the options were at Trump's disposal and that she'll "let him speak on those".

Maduro says Venezuela will not accept what he calls a slave’s peace as he accuses the US of 22 weeks of pressure, strikes and psychological warfare.&nbsp;

Maduro lashes out at Washington’s 'slave’s peace' as Trump meets security chiefs on Venezuela

The U.S. military has sharply expanded operations around Venezuela, conducting simulated attack missions, increasing naval power in the Caribbean, and warning that Venezuelan airspace should be considered closed. New reporting by the Wall Street Journal suggests the Pentagon is preparing for potential strikes as tensions with Nicolás Maduro escalate. This video examines the military buildup, Trump’s recent remarks, regional cooperation, and what these moves signal for the future of U.S.–Venezuela relations.


US-Venezuela Tensions: Is the US Rehearsing for Airstrikes on Venezuela?

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President Volodymyr Zelensky on Monday sought to reinforce European support for Ukraine at a potentially pivotal moment in Kyiv's battle against the Russian invasion, meeting President Emmanuel Macron in Paris as Washington pushed a plan to end the war. Zelensky was holding talks with Macron at the Elysee, with Ukraine weighing its options over the plan championed by US President Donald Trump but which European countries fear risks caving in to Russian demands.&nbsp;The situation has been further complicated by a corruption scandal that has rocked Zelensky's inner circle and forced the removal last week of his top negotiator and chief of staff Andriy Yermak.&nbsp;Over three-and-a-half years into Russia's full-scale invasion of its neighbour, Kyiv is also under pressure on the battlefield as Russia's offensive grinds forward.&nbsp;US and Ukrainian negotiators held hours of what both sides called "productive" talks in Florida on Sunday, with Trump declaring on Air Force One "there's a good chance we can make a deal".&nbsp;"There are some tough issues that still have to be worked through," Zelensky wrote on social media, following new talks by telephone Monday with Finland President Alexander Stubb, who has warm relations with both the American and Ukrainian leaders.&nbsp;Zelensky described the talks in the United States as "very constructive", adding that decisions would be taken on Ukraine's "further activities" once the delegation returning from there had been debriefed.&nbsp;"It could be a pivotal week for diplomacy. We heard yesterday that the talks in America were difficult but productive," EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas added at a meeting of EU defence ministers.<h2>'More&nbsp;work&nbsp;to&nbsp;be&nbsp;done' -</h2>Washington put forward an initial 28-point proposal to halt the war, drafted without input from Ukraine's European allies and regarded as too close a reflection of Moscow's maximalist demands on Ukrainian territory.&nbsp;It would have seen Kyiv withdraw from its eastern Donetsk region and the United States de facto recognise the Donetsk, Crimea and Lugansk regions as Russian.&nbsp;After talks in Geneva just over a week ago, the United States updated the original blueprint following criticism from Kyiv and Europe, but the current contents remain unclear.&nbsp;Trump's envoy Steve Witkoff is due in Moscow for follow-up talks and is expected to discuss Ukraine with Putin on Tuesday.&nbsp;US Secretary of State Marco Rubio told reporters the Florida talks were "very&nbsp;productive" but "there's&nbsp;more&nbsp;work&nbsp;to&nbsp;be&nbsp;done".&nbsp;"There are a lot of moving parts, and obviously there's another party involved here that will have to be a part of the equation, and that will continue later this week when Mr Witkoff travels to Moscow," he said.&nbsp;Trump also referred to political turbulence in Kyiv which saw Zelensky last week remove Yermak after a corruption scandal in the energy sector that has troubled Western allies."Ukraine's&nbsp;got&nbsp;some&nbsp;difficult&nbsp;little&nbsp;problems," Trump said.&nbsp;The diplomatic push comes as the war -- which has killed tens of thousands of civilians and military personnel and displaced millions of Ukrainians -- shows no sign of easing.Russia's forces targeted Ukraine's capital and the region with deadly air strikes two nights in a row over the weekend.&nbsp;A Ukrainian security source, meanwhile, said Kyiv was responsible for attacks on two oil tankers in the Black Sea that it believed were covertly transporting sanctioned Russian oil.One of Russia's largest oil terminals halted operations on Saturday following a drone attack.&nbsp;The Caspian Pipeline Consortium (CPC), a group that includes US oil majors Chevron and ExxonMobil and which owns the terminal, called the strike a "terrorist attack".&nbsp;Ukraine, which did not comment on the incident, regularly targets Russian energy facilities in a bid to sap the country's war chest.&nbsp;Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for&nbsp;WION&nbsp;audience.

The situation has been further complicated by a corruption scandal that has rocked Zelensky's inner circle and forced the removal last week of his top negotiator and chief of staff Andriy Yermak.

President Volodymyr Zelensky on Monday sought to reinforce European support for Ukraine at a potentially pivotal moment in Kyiv's battle against the Russian invasion, meeting President Emmanuel Macron in Paris as Washington pushed a plan to end the war. Zelensky was holding talks with Macron at the Elysee, with Ukraine weighing its options over the plan championed by US President Donald Trump but which European countries fear risks caving in to Russian demands. The situation has been further complicated by a corruption scandal that has rocked Zelensky's inner circle and forced the removal last week of his top negotiator and chief of staff Andriy Yermak. Over three-and-a-half years into Russia's full-scale invasion of its neighbour, Kyiv is also under pressure on the battlefield as Russia's offensive grinds forward. US and Ukrainian negotiators held hours of what both sides called "productive" talks in Florida on Sunday, with Trump declaring on Air Force One "there's a good chance we can make a deal". "There are some tough issues that still have to be worked through," Zelensky wrote on social media, following new talks by telephone Monday with Finland President Alexander Stubb, who has warm relations with both the American and Ukrainian leaders. Zelensky described the talks in the United States as "very constructive", adding that decisions would be taken on Ukraine's "further activities" once the delegation returning from there had been debriefed. "It could be a pivotal week for diplomacy. We heard yesterday that the talks in America were difficult but productive," EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas added at a meeting of EU defence ministers. 'More work to be done' - Washington put forward an initial 28-point proposal to halt the war, drafted without input from Ukraine's European allies and regarded as too close a reflection of Moscow's maximalist demands on Ukrainian territory. It would have seen Kyiv withdraw from its eastern Donetsk region and the United States de facto recognise the Donetsk, Crimea and Lugansk regions as Russian. After talks in Geneva just over a week ago, the United States updated the original blueprint following criticism from Kyiv and Europe, but the current contents remain unclear. Trump's envoy Steve Witkoff is due in Moscow for follow-up talks and is expected to discuss Ukraine with Putin on Tuesday. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio told reporters the Florida talks were "very productive" but "there's more work to be done". "There are a lot of moving parts, and obviously there's another party involved here that will have to be a part of the equation, and that will continue later this week when Mr Witkoff travels to Moscow," he said. Trump also referred to political turbulence in Kyiv which saw Zelensky last week remove Yermak after a corruption scandal in the energy sector that has troubled Western allies. "Ukraine's got some difficult little problems," Trump said. The diplomatic push comes as the war -- which has killed tens of thousands of civilians and military personnel and displaced millions of Ukrainians -- shows no sign of easing. Russia's forces targeted Ukraine's capital and the region with deadly air strikes two nights in a row over the weekend. A Ukrainian security source, meanwhile, said Kyiv was responsible for attacks on two oil tankers in the Black Sea that it believed were covertly transporting sanctioned Russian oil. One of Russia's largest oil terminals halted operations on Saturday following a drone attack. The Caspian Pipeline Consortium (CPC), a group that includes US oil majors Chevron and ExxonMobil and which owns the terminal, called the strike a "terrorist attack". Ukraine, which did not comment on the incident, regularly targets Russian energy facilities in a bid to sap the country's war chest. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

The situation has been further complicated by a corruption scandal that has rocked Zelensky's inner circle and forced the removal last week of his top negotiator and chief of staff Andriy Yermak.

Zelensky meets Macron in Paris to shore up support for Ukraine as Trump pushes plan to end war

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