The White House removed a journalist of the Russian state news agency TASS from the Oval Office on Friday (Feb 28) after it was brought to their attention that the reporter was not on the approved media list.
The incident occurred during a meeting between US President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, according to multiple media reports.
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Trump and Zelensky met to discuss a potential ceasefire with Russia, as well as a crucial mineral trade agreement. However, the discussions were cut short when Trump accused Zelensky of &ldquo;gambling with World War III.&rdquo;
"You should be grateful. People are dying, you don't have enough troops. You can't tell us whether I want a ceasefire or not," Trump said during the tense exchange.
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He added, "You have no right to dictate to us how to feel about the conflict, we are trying to resolve it."
"Your people are very brave, but you're either going to make a deal or we're out, and if we're out, you'll fight it out don't think it's going to be pretty, but you'll fight it out, but you don't have the cards," Trump said.
During the meeting Trump said that his priority is to bring the war in Ukraine to an end rather than sending additional weapons.
When asked whether he would provide more arms if peace was not achieved, Trump responded, "We're not looking forward to sending a lot of arms, we're looking forward to getting the war finished."
He added, "The answer is yes. But hopefully we won't have to send much because I'm looking forward to getting it done quickly."
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World: The incident occurred during a meeting between US President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, according to multiple media reports.

The White House removed a journalist of the Russian state news agency TASS from the Oval Office on Friday (Feb 28) after it was brought to their attention that the reporter was not on the approved media list. The incident occurred during a meeting between US President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, according to multiple media reports. Also read: War of words: Trump ends meeting with Zelensky, warns 'make a deal or we're out' Trump and Zelensky met to discuss a potential ceasefire with Russia, as well as a crucial mineral trade agreement. However, the discussions were cut short when Trump accused Zelensky of “gambling with World War III.” "You should be grateful. People are dying, you don't have enough troops. You can't tell us whether I want a ceasefire or not," Trump said during the tense exchange. Also read: Trump Zelensky meeting LIVE: Meeting ends as Trump accuses Zelensky of 'gambling with World War III' He added, "You have no right to dictate to us how to feel about the conflict, we are trying to resolve it." "Your people are very brave, but you're either going to make a deal or we're out, and if we're out, you'll fight it out don't think it's going to be pretty, but you'll fight it out, but you don't have the cards," Trump said. During the meeting Trump said that his priority is to bring the war in Ukraine to an end rather than sending additional weapons. When asked whether he would provide more arms if peace was not achieved, Trump responded, "We're not looking forward to sending a lot of arms, we're looking forward to getting the war finished." He added, "The answer is yes. But hopefully we won't have to send much because I'm looking forward to getting it done quickly."

White House expelled Russian journalist in the middle of Trump Zelensky meeting - Here’s why

A witness from Donald Trump&rsquo;s first impeachment has suggested that the former US president may have been compromised by Russia. This comes as Trump and Zelensky are meeting in Washington to discuss mineral deal, ceasefire and more.
Alexander Vindman, a retired US Army lieutenant colonel who testified against Trump in 2019, voiced his concerns during an interview with MSNBC&rsquo;s Morning Joe on Tuesday (28 February). He accused Trump of betraying Ukraine to serve Russian President Vladimir Putin&rsquo;s interests.
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&ldquo;It&rsquo;s disgusting &ndash; up is down, down is up,&rdquo; Vindman said.
&ldquo;I&rsquo;m not big into conspiracies because I see government as a leaky sieve &ndash; things just don&rsquo;t stay secret. But now I&rsquo;m starting to wonder, what does Putin have on Trump that he&rsquo;s willing to bend over so hard, to bend over backwards to really support Putin&rsquo;s agenda? It doesn&rsquo;t make a huge amount of sense. He&rsquo;s not getting anything for it right now. He&rsquo;s giving away the farm,&rdquo; he added.
<h2>Trump&rsquo;s first impeachment</h2>
Trump was impeached in 2019 over allegations that he withheld nearly $400 million in US military aid to Ukraine while pressursing its president, Volodymyr Zelensky, to investigate Joe Biden, then a former vice president, and his son, Hunter. The inquiry centred on Trump&rsquo;s claim that Biden had influenced the dismissal of a Ukrainian prosecutor who was investigating Burisma, an energy company where Hunter Biden sat on the board. However, no solid evidence of wrongdoing by either Biden ever surfaced.
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<h2>Questions over Trump&rsquo;s stance on Ukraine</h2>
Vindman pointed out that Trump has insisted on controlling half of Ukraine&rsquo;s natural resources and key infrastructure in exchange for peace, yet he has made no demands of Russia and refuses to hold Putin accountable for the 2022 invasion.
&ldquo;I&rsquo;m not sure what kind of deal he&rsquo;s making, where he&rsquo;s giving everything that his opponent wants, nothing in return&mdash;maybe the promise, the dangle of something in the future,&rdquo; Vindman said.
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&ldquo;But he&rsquo;s not getting anything. He&rsquo;s voting against Ukraine, our allies in NATO, he&rsquo;s calling Zelensky a dictator. He&rsquo;s glad-handing and saying he&rsquo;s going to visit Putin at the Kremlin. This is just surreal and a very, very wide departure, and it&rsquo;s really throwing a lot of folks for a loop. They don&rsquo;t know what to make of it,&rdquo; he added.
&ldquo;We&rsquo;re now at the poison Kool-Aid stage of realism, that&rsquo;s what you get with Donald Trump,&rdquo; he said.
<h2>Ukraine&rsquo;s position</h2>
Vindman argued that Ukraine has already made significant compromises in an effort to end the war but will not surrender its sovereignty.
&ldquo;The Ukrainians are willing to bend over backwards also, they&rsquo;re willing to compromise maximally to end this war, but they&rsquo;re not going to give up their sovereignty,&rdquo; he said.
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He added that pressure should be placed on Russia to negotiate, as its economy is fragile and the right mix of sanctions and battlefield successes could force Putin to the table. However, Vindman claimed that instead of increasing pressure on Russia, Trump&rsquo;s approach is relieving it and shifting the burden onto Zelensky.
(With inputs from agencies)

World: Trump was impeached in 2019 over allegations that he withheld nearly $400 million in US military aid to Ukraine while pressuring its president, Volodymyr Zelensky, to investigate Joe Biden, then a former vice president, and his son, Hunter.

A witness from Donald Trump’s first impeachment has suggested that the former US president may have been compromised by Russia. This comes as Trump and Zelensky are meeting in Washington to discuss mineral deal, ceasefire and more. Alexander Vindman, a retired US Army lieutenant colonel who testified against Trump in 2019, voiced his concerns during an interview with MSNBC’s Morning Joe on Tuesday (28 February). He accused Trump of betraying Ukraine to serve Russian President Vladimir Putin’s interests. Also read: Trump Zelensky meeting LIVE: Trump welcomes Ukraine's Zelensky to White House “It’s disgusting – up is down, down is up,” Vindman said. “I’m not big into conspiracies because I see government as a leaky sieve – things just don’t stay secret. But now I’m starting to wonder, what does Putin have on Trump that he’s willing to bend over so hard, to bend over backwards to really support Putin’s agenda? It doesn’t make a huge amount of sense. He’s not getting anything for it right now. He’s giving away the farm,” he added. Trump’s first impeachment Trump was impeached in 2019 over allegations that he withheld nearly $400 million in US military aid to Ukraine while pressursing its president, Volodymyr Zelensky, to investigate Joe Biden, then a former vice president, and his son, Hunter. The inquiry centred on Trump’s claim that Biden had influenced the dismissal of a Ukrainian prosecutor who was investigating Burisma, an energy company where Hunter Biden sat on the board. However, no solid evidence of wrongdoing by either Biden ever surfaced. Also read: 'Following Trump's footsteps': UK minister resigns over Keir Starmer's historic foreign aid cut Questions over Trump’s stance on Ukraine Vindman pointed out that Trump has insisted on controlling half of Ukraine’s natural resources and key infrastructure in exchange for peace, yet he has made no demands of Russia and refuses to hold Putin accountable for the 2022 invasion. “I’m not sure what kind of deal he’s making, where he’s giving everything that his opponent wants, nothing in return—maybe the promise, the dangle of something in the future,” Vindman said. Also read: First time in US history: Trump to sign executive order making English the official US language “But he’s not getting anything. He’s voting against Ukraine, our allies in NATO, he’s calling Zelensky a dictator. He’s glad-handing and saying he’s going to visit Putin at the Kremlin. This is just surreal and a very, very wide departure, and it’s really throwing a lot of folks for a loop. They don’t know what to make of it,” he added. “We’re now at the poison Kool-Aid stage of realism, that’s what you get with Donald Trump,” he said. Ukraine’s position Vindman argued that Ukraine has already made significant compromises in an effort to end the war but will not surrender its sovereignty. “The Ukrainians are willing to bend over backwards also, they’re willing to compromise maximally to end this war, but they’re not going to give up their sovereignty,” he said. Also read: ‘Don’t come’: Trump cancelled Zelensky’s Washington visit until Macron stepped in to save the day He added that pressure should be placed on Russia to negotiate, as its economy is fragile and the right mix of sanctions and battlefield successes could force Putin to the table. However, Vindman claimed that instead of increasing pressure on Russia, Trump’s approach is relieving it and shifting the burden onto Zelensky. (With inputs from agencies)

‘What does Putin have on him?’ Key witness accuses Trump of betraying Zelensky as both leaders meet

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky arrived in the United States on Thursday night (27 February) for discussions with US President Donald Trump. The key focus of their meeting is a significant mineral agreement between the two nations, which has been widely anticipated.
<h2>What does the deal involve?</h2>
News outlet The Kyiv Independent obtained the full text of the agreement through a&nbsp;source within the Ukrainian government.
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Here's the key excerpts of the deal:
Ukraine and the United States formalised the deal on 25 February. However, reports suggest that Washington had initially put forward three proposals, two of which Kyiv rejected due to the absence of security provisions.
Speaking to journalists on 26 February, Zelensky stated that the agreement was "well appreciated by our government officials." However, he acknowledged that it does not yet include specific security guarantees for Ukraine.
"The important thing is that the agreement mentions 'partners,' and this fund is Ukrainian-American, not American," he said.
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This initial agreement is expected to be followed by a Fund Agreement, which will further outline the workings of the Reconstruction Investment Fund established by both countries. For this to take effect, Ukraine&rsquo;s parliament will need to ratify it.
The document, titled "Bilateral Agreement Establishing Terms and Conditions for a Reconstruction Investment Fund," stresses the continued support of the US for Ukraine following Russia&rsquo;s full-scale invasion in February 2022. 
It underscores the partnership between the two nations in rebuilding Ukraine while ensuring that entities or individuals hostile to Ukraine do not benefit from reconstruction efforts.
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Some crucial points of the agreement include:
Creation of the Reconstruction Investment Fund &ndash; This fund will be jointly owned and managed by both governments, with specific ownership terms to be determined in the forthcoming Fund Agreement. Neither party can sell or transfer their share without mutual consent.
Revenue contribution &ndash; Ukraine will contribute 50% of revenues from future monetisation of its natural resource assets, which include minerals, oil, natural gas, and infrastructure like LNG terminals and ports. Existing revenue sources that form part of Ukraine&rsquo;s national budget are excluded.
Reinvestment in Ukraine &ndash; Funds collected will be reinvested annually into Ukraine&rsquo;s security, stability, and prosperity. The terms of these investments will be clarified in the Fund Agreement.
Long-term US Commitment &ndash; The agreement outlines Washington&rsquo;s long-term financial support for Ukraine&rsquo;s development. Contributions may include funds, financial instruments, and other assets vital for reconstruction.
Investment strategy &ndash; The fund will attract investments to enhance Ukraine&rsquo;s natural resource sector, infrastructure, and state-owned enterprises, ensuring sustainable economic growth.
Security measures &ndash; Provisions will be included to prevent any attempts to bypass sanctions or restrictive measures.
Legal and structural considerations &ndash; The agreement will align with Ukraine&rsquo;s commitments to the European Union, international financial institutions, and official creditors.
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Implementation and oversight &ndash; A working group led by officials from both governments will draft the Fund Agreement without delay. The US Department of the Treasury and Ukraine&rsquo;s Ministries of Finance and Economy will be responsible for overseeing its preparation.
(With inputs from agencies)

World: Ukraine and the United States formalised the deal on 25 February. However, reports suggest that Washington had initially put forward three proposals, two of which Kyiv rejected due to the absence of security provisions.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky arrived in the United States on Thursday night (27 February) for discussions with US President Donald Trump. The key focus of their meeting is a significant mineral agreement between the two nations, which has been widely anticipated. What does the deal involve? News outlet The Kyiv Independent obtained the full text of the agreement through a source within the Ukrainian government. Also read: 'Did I say that? I can't believe...': Trump disowns remark calling Zelensky a 'dictator' Here's the key excerpts of the deal: Ukraine and the United States formalised the deal on 25 February. However, reports suggest that Washington had initially put forward three proposals, two of which Kyiv rejected due to the absence of security provisions. Speaking to journalists on 26 February, Zelensky stated that the agreement was "well appreciated by our government officials." However, he acknowledged that it does not yet include specific security guarantees for Ukraine. "The important thing is that the agreement mentions 'partners,' and this fund is Ukrainian-American, not American," he said. Also read: Is Ukraine's Zelensky really a 'dictator without elections'? Trump’s claim vs. the reality of wartime voting This initial agreement is expected to be followed by a Fund Agreement, which will further outline the workings of the Reconstruction Investment Fund established by both countries. For this to take effect, Ukraine’s parliament will need to ratify it. The document, titled "Bilateral Agreement Establishing Terms and Conditions for a Reconstruction Investment Fund," stresses the continued support of the US for Ukraine following Russia’s full-scale invasion in February 2022. It underscores the partnership between the two nations in rebuilding Ukraine while ensuring that entities or individuals hostile to Ukraine do not benefit from reconstruction efforts. Also read: Trump wants Ukraine to repay US aid with 'rare earths': What are they and why does he want them? Some crucial points of the agreement include: Creation of the Reconstruction Investment Fund – This fund will be jointly owned and managed by both governments, with specific ownership terms to be determined in the forthcoming Fund Agreement. Neither party can sell or transfer their share without mutual consent. Revenue contribution – Ukraine will contribute 50% of revenues from future monetisation of its natural resource assets, which include minerals, oil, natural gas, and infrastructure like LNG terminals and ports. Existing revenue sources that form part of Ukraine’s national budget are excluded. Reinvestment in Ukraine – Funds collected will be reinvested annually into Ukraine’s security, stability, and prosperity. The terms of these investments will be clarified in the Fund Agreement. Long-term US Commitment – The agreement outlines Washington’s long-term financial support for Ukraine’s development. Contributions may include funds, financial instruments, and other assets vital for reconstruction. Investment strategy – The fund will attract investments to enhance Ukraine’s natural resource sector, infrastructure, and state-owned enterprises, ensuring sustainable economic growth. Security measures – Provisions will be included to prevent any attempts to bypass sanctions or restrictive measures. Legal and structural considerations – The agreement will align with Ukraine’s commitments to the European Union, international financial institutions, and official creditors. Also read: ‘Don’t come’: Trump cancelled Zelensky’s Washington visit until Macron stepped in to save the day Implementation and oversight – A working group led by officials from both governments will draft the Fund Agreement without delay. The US Department of the Treasury and Ukraine’s Ministries of Finance and Economy will be responsible for overseeing its preparation. (With inputs from agencies)

'Stake in Ukraine's minerals, 50% revenue': What does Ukraine-US mineral deal entail?

US President <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/donald-trump" rel="dofollow noopener" target="_blank">Donald Trump</a> was initially unwilling to host Ukrainian leader Vladimir Zelensky in Washington, but later changed his stance after French President Emmanuel Macron intervened, according to French media outlet BFMTV.
Citing a diplomatic source, BFMTV reported that Trump&rsquo;s team informed Ukraine on Wednesday that the scheduled meeting was being cancelled. This led to Zelensky reaching out to Macron for help.
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<h2>'Don't come, all meetings have been cancelled'</h2>
"Zelensky was supposed to come to Washington yesterday, but someone from the Trump administration told him, 'Listen, there's no point in chartering a plane, don't come, all meetings have been cancelled, President Trump won't receive you.' This caused panic in Kiev," BFMTV reporter Patrick Sauce was quoted as saying by TASS.
In response, Zelensky reportedly called Macron multiple times, urging him to convince Trump to reconsider, as he had hoped to finalise an agreement on Ukrainian minerals during his visit. He also added that the meeting "would have had strong symbolic significance."
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A French diplomatic source told BFMTV that Macron then contacted the White House and personally vouched for Zelensky, ultimately persuading Trump to reinstate the meeting.
Trump on February 26 confirmed that Zelensky would visit Washington on Friday to sign a minerals agreement and discuss other matters.
Trump&rsquo;s stance on Zelensky appeared to shift following his meeting with UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer on Thursday (Feb 27). When asked if he would apologise for previously calling Zelensky a "dictator," Trump responded that he could not recall making such a statement. He also described the Ukrainian president as "very brave."
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The meeting with Starmer focused on efforts to end the war between Ukraine and Russia, with Trump saying that peace negotiations were "moving along pretty rapidly."
These discussions come in the wake of the Trump administration&rsquo;s surprise decision to engage in high-level talks with Moscow for the first time since Russia&rsquo;s invasion of Ukraine more than three years ago.
Trump had earlier appeared to place blame on Zelensky for the conflict, criticising him for not initiating peace talks sooner.
"You've been there for three years. You should have ended it... You should have never started it. You could have made a deal," Trump had said last Tuesday. 
(With inputs from agencies)

World: US President Donald Trump on February 26 confirmed that Zelensky would visit Washington on Friday to sign a minerals agreement and discuss other matters.

US President Donald Trump was initially unwilling to host Ukrainian leader Vladimir Zelensky in Washington, but later changed his stance after French President Emmanuel Macron intervened, according to French media outlet BFMTV. Citing a diplomatic source, BFMTV reported that Trump’s team informed Ukraine on Wednesday that the scheduled meeting was being cancelled. This led to Zelensky reaching out to Macron for help. Also read: 'Did I say that? I can't believe...': Trump disowns remark calling Zelensky a 'dictator' 'Don't come, all meetings have been cancelled' "Zelensky was supposed to come to Washington yesterday, but someone from the Trump administration told him, 'Listen, there's no point in chartering a plane, don't come, all meetings have been cancelled, President Trump won't receive you.' This caused panic in Kiev," BFMTV reporter Patrick Sauce was quoted as saying by TASS. In response, Zelensky reportedly called Macron multiple times, urging him to convince Trump to reconsider, as he had hoped to finalise an agreement on Ukrainian minerals during his visit. He also added that the meeting "would have had strong symbolic significance." Also read: Zelensky to sign Trump’s mineral deal. What we know so far A French diplomatic source told BFMTV that Macron then contacted the White House and personally vouched for Zelensky, ultimately persuading Trump to reinstate the meeting. Trump on February 26 confirmed that Zelensky would visit Washington on Friday to sign a minerals agreement and discuss other matters. Trump’s stance on Zelensky appeared to shift following his meeting with UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer on Thursday (Feb 27). When asked if he would apologise for previously calling Zelensky a "dictator," Trump responded that he could not recall making such a statement. He also described the Ukrainian president as "very brave." Also read: Trump insists Putin will honour peace deal with Ukraine, refuses to commit to US forces on ground The meeting with Starmer focused on efforts to end the war between Ukraine and Russia, with Trump saying that peace negotiations were "moving along pretty rapidly." These discussions come in the wake of the Trump administration’s surprise decision to engage in high-level talks with Moscow for the first time since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine more than three years ago. Trump had earlier appeared to place blame on Zelensky for the conflict, criticising him for not initiating peace talks sooner. "You've been there for three years. You should have ended it... You should have never started it. You could have made a deal," Trump had said last Tuesday. (With inputs from agencies)

‘Don’t come’: Trump cancelled Zelensky’s Washington visit until Macron stepped in to save the day

Republican presidential candidate and former United States (US) president Donald Trump would meet Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Friday (Sept 27). Trump made this announcement on Thursday, just hours after Democratic President Joe Biden announced more than $8 billion in new military aid for Ukraine, which has been at war with Russia since late February 2022.

Republican presidential candidate and former United States (US) president Donald Trump would meet Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Friday (Sept 27). Trump made this announcement on Thursday, just hours after Democratic President Joe Biden announced more than $8 billion in new military aid for Ukraine, which has been at war with Russia since late February 2022. Zelensky has long sought a meeting with Trump. The two leaders spoke by phone in July but have not met in person since Trump's term as president ended in 2021. The meeting will take place at Trump Tower, Trump told reporters. Also read | US House Speaker Johnson accuses Zelensky of ‘election interference’ after his visit to arms factory Asked by a reporter if Ukraine might have to give up any of its territory to reach a peace deal with Moscow - a non-starter for Kyiv - Trump did not rule it out. "We'll see what happens," he added. Trump shares message from Zelensky Trump posted a message from Zelensky on his social media platform Truth Social. In the message, Zelensky said he always speaks “with great respect” about Trump, and argues the two men “have to strive to understand each other and remain in close contact.” “I believe it’s important for us to have a personal contact and to understand each other 100%," Zelensky added. Harris pledges support for Ukraine Trump's announcement (about meeting Zelensky) came just before Vice President and current Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris pledged support for Ukraine and - in a veiled reference to Trump - said those who would have Ukraine swap land for peace with Russia were supporting "proposals of surrender." Harris was speaking alongside Zelensky at the White House, a day after Trump assailed him for not making a deal with Russia that Trump said could have ended the war and shortly after the White House announcement of the new aid package, the news agency Reuters reported. In the US, Zelensky hopes to present 'victory plan' Zelensky had said before departing for New York for the annual UN General Assembly he hoped to present his "victory plan" against Russia to Harris, Trump and Biden. Meanwhile, the US aid announced by Biden includes the first shipment of a precision-guided glide bomb called the Joint Standoff Weapon, with a range of up to 130 kilometres. The medium-range missile gives Ukraine a major upgrade to the weapons it is using to strike Russian forces, allowing the Ukrainians to do it at safer distances. Zelensky thanked Biden and the US Congress for the new military aid package, saying Ukraine would use it "in the most efficient and transparent manner". (With inputs from agencies)

A long-sought meeting: Donald Trump to meet Ukrainian President Zelensky today