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Russia has unleashed a deadly attack on Ukraine. At least 18 people have lost their lives in Kryvyi Rih City. Ukrainian forces are retaliating with strikes on Russian energy infrastructure, as both nations have been accusing each other of violating a fragile ceasefire. President Donald Trump's patience is running out. Watch in for more details!

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US President Donald Trump on Saturday (April 5) downplayed the effect of China's retaliatory tariffs, admitting that "China has been hit much harder than the USA."
Meanwhile, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky slammed the US for what he called a "weak" reaction to a deadly Russian missile strike on Kryvyi Rih, killing nine children and nine adults.
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World: Zelensky slammed the US for what he called a "weak" reaction to a deadly Russian missile strike on Kryvyi Rih, killing nine children and nine adults

US President Donald Trump on Saturday (April 5) downplayed the effect of China's retaliatory tariffs, admitting that "China has been hit much harder than the USA." Meanwhile, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky slammed the US for what he called a "weak" reaction to a deadly Russian missile strike on Kryvyi Rih, killing nine children and nine adults. Click on the headlines for more 'China has been hit much harder': Trump downplays Beijing's retaliatory tariffs but admits trade war 'won’t be easy' US President Donald Trump on Saturday downplayed the effect of China's retaliatory tariffs, saying that "China has been hit much harder than the USA." Taking on Truth Social on Saturday, the US President said, "China has been hit much harder than the USA, not even close. They, and many other nations, have treated us unsustainably badly." 'They are afraid to say Russian': Zelensky blasts 'weak' US response after Russian strike kills 9 children in his home city Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Saturday (April 05) criticised the United States for what he called a "weak" reaction to a deadly Russian missile strike on Kryvyi Rih that claimed the lives of nine children and nine adults. ‘Blame China’s AI, not Trump’: US Treasury Secretary claims DeepSeek responsible for tanking stock market, not tariffs Despite a steep drop in the US stock market last week, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says that President Donald Trump’s new tariff plans aren’t the real reason behind the fall. 'Can’t stomach Trump’s absurd tariff math': US treasury secretary 'looking for exit door' after tariffs ruin his credibility US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent is looking to leave the Trump administration following the US president's massive tariff rollout, which damaged his "credibility", claimed US media MSNBC host Stephanie Ruhle. BIG WARNING for Canadians travelling to US: Border officers might check your electronics; experts suggest using burner phones Once again, Canada has updated its travel advisory for people travelling to the United States, warning that they should be prepared for scrutiny from border patrol officers as they might check their phones and laptops. Russia's second most prolific serial killer? Alexander Pichushkin admits to 11 more murders, claims he took 63 lives Russian serial killer Alexander Pichushkin, who was in prison for killing 48 people, has now claimed to have killed 11 more people, according to Russia's prison service. How did Russia's 'slush fund' head Kirill Dmitriev become Putin's mouthpiece to Trump? The Head of Russia's sovereign wealth fund Kirill Dmitriev has become a prominent figure in the Kremlin's outreach to the US President Donald Trump administration. Trump might go back on tariffs on Vietnam, here's why Nike's stock price soared on Friday (Apr 5), after US President Donald Trump announced a "very productive call" with Vietnam's leader, boosting investor confidence. Amitabh Bachchan, Rajpal Yadav, Zayed Khan and more pay last respects to screen legend Manoj Kumar Amitabh Bachchan, Rajpal Yadav, Zayed Khan, and others attended the funeral of Indian cinema icon Manoj Kumar in Mumbai to pay their respects. The actor passed away on Friday at the age of 87 due to chronic heart-related complications. IPL 2025: Will MS Dhoni retire after match vs DC? Fans speculate as CSK legend's parents present at Chepauk The presence of Pan Singh and Devika Devi, parents of the former CSK captain MS Dhoni, added a special emotional touch to the Chennai Super Kings’ IPL clash against Delhi Capitals at Chepauk on Saturday. Remarkably, this marked the first time Dhoni’s parents had attended an IPL match in Chennai since his association with CSK began back in 2008.

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Fighting between Russia and Ukraine has intensified, with Ukraine targeting Russian energy facilities 14 times in just 24 hours. Ukrainian drones reportedly hit an industrial site, while Russia claims to have killed 85 Ukrainian soldiers and foreign officers. Meanwhile, a deadly Russian missile strike on Kryvyi Rih has left 18 dead, including 9 children. The conflict is escalating, with growing global concern and mounting civilian casualties.

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Saturday (April 05) criticised the United States for what he called a "weak" reaction to a deadly Russian missile strike on Kryvyi Rih that claimed the lives of nine children and nine adults.
The missile, launched from the Taganrog region, hit a residential area near a children's playground in the central Ukrainian city on Friday evening.
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In a post on X, Zelensky named each child who lost their life: &ldquo;Three-year-old Timofey, unfortunately, died today in the hospital. Seven-year-old Radyslav. Arina, who will forever be seven as well. Nine-year-old Herman. Fifteen-year-old Danylo. Fifteen-year-old Mykyta. Fifteen-year-old Alina. Kostiantyn, who will forever be sixteen. Nikita &ndash; seventeen.&rdquo;
The attack left 72 people injured, including 12 children. Local officials have declared three days of mourning.
<h2>'Such a weak reaction'</h2>
Zelensky voiced frustration at the US Embassy&rsquo;s reaction, saying it failed to directly name Russia as the aggressor. &ldquo;Unfortunately, the reaction of the American Embassy is unpleasantly surprising: such a strong country, such a strong people, and such a weak reaction,&rdquo; he said.
&ldquo;They are even afraid to say the word &lsquo;Russian&rsquo; when talking about the missile that killed the children,&rdquo; he added.
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<a href="https://www.wionews.com"></a>In a separate message, Zelensky confirmed that he had spoken to US President Donald Trump about the need for more air defence systems. &ldquo;We are counting on our agreements with the President of the United States, who promised to help with the search for additional Patriots,&rdquo; he said.
Zelensky also condemned the use of drones during rescue efforts, calling it an act of "deep cynicism, meanness, and hatred of people."
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The Ukrainian leader was responding to a post by US Ambassador to Ukraine, Bridget Brink, who wrote on X, "Horrified that tonight a ballistic missile struck near a playground and restaurant." Brink, who was appointed under President Joe Biden, added, &ldquo;This is why the war must end.&rdquo;
Zelensky ended his statement by calling on the international community to speak clearly and truthfully: &ldquo;We must not be afraid to call things by their proper names.&rdquo;
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(With inputs from agencies)

World: “Unfortunately, the reaction of the American Embassy is unpleasantly surprising: such a strong country, such a strong people, and such a weak reaction,” he said.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Saturday (April 05) criticised the United States for what he called a "weak" reaction to a deadly Russian missile strike on Kryvyi Rih that claimed the lives of nine children and nine adults. The missile, launched from the Taganrog region, hit a residential area near a children's playground in the central Ukrainian city on Friday evening. Also read: Trump’s Ukraine ‘peace’ plan isn’t about peace. It’s a PR stunt In a post on X, Zelensky named each child who lost their life: “Three-year-old Timofey, unfortunately, died today in the hospital. Seven-year-old Radyslav. Arina, who will forever be seven as well. Nine-year-old Herman. Fifteen-year-old Danylo. Fifteen-year-old Mykyta. Fifteen-year-old Alina. Kostiantyn, who will forever be sixteen. Nikita – seventeen.” The attack left 72 people injured, including 12 children. Local officials have declared three days of mourning. 'Such a weak reaction' Zelensky voiced frustration at the US Embassy’s reaction, saying it failed to directly name Russia as the aggressor. “Unfortunately, the reaction of the American Embassy is unpleasantly surprising: such a strong country, such a strong people, and such a weak reaction,” he said. “They are even afraid to say the word ‘Russian’ when talking about the missile that killed the children,” he added. Also read: Ukraine war: 18, including 9 children, killed in Zelensky's hometown, Moscow says was targeting 'military' In a separate message, Zelensky confirmed that he had spoken to US President Donald Trump about the need for more air defence systems. “We are counting on our agreements with the President of the United States, who promised to help with the search for additional Patriots,” he said. Zelensky also condemned the use of drones during rescue efforts, calling it an act of "deep cynicism, meanness, and hatred of people." Also read: US mineral deal details will be ready next week, says Ukraine's Zelensky The Ukrainian leader was responding to a post by US Ambassador to Ukraine, Bridget Brink, who wrote on X, "Horrified that tonight a ballistic missile struck near a playground and restaurant." Brink, who was appointed under President Joe Biden, added, “This is why the war must end.” Zelensky ended his statement by calling on the international community to speak clearly and truthfully: “We must not be afraid to call things by their proper names.” Also read: 'He’s got big, big problems': Trump accuses Zelensky of trying to 'back out' of rare earth deal (With inputs from agencies)

'They are afraid to say Russian': Zelensky blasts 'weak' US response after Russian strike kills 9 children in his home city

The Head of Russia's sovereign wealth fund Kirill Dmitriev has become a prominent figure in the Kremlin's outreach to the US President Donald Trump administration.&nbsp;
Currently, the US is awaiting Dmitriev to report to Russian President Vladimir Putin before taking any next steps in Ukraine peace talks, Bloomberg reported citing a person familiar with the discussions.&nbsp;
Earlier this week, Dmitriev met with US Special Envoy Steve Witkoff. On April 2 and 3, he also met with US officials in Washington on behalf of Putin.
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Dmitriev also lauded the Trump administration for its constructive and respectful dialogue with Russia and said the two nations plan to restore and deepen their ties.&nbsp;
He was also involved in early US-Russian negotiations which took place in Riyadh in February.&nbsp;
<h2>Who is Kirill Dmitriev?&nbsp;</h2>
The 49-year-old Kirill Dmitriev was appointed by Russian President Putin as special envoy for economic affairs in an attempt to interest Washington in joint economic ventures in return for a favorable peace deal.
Dmitriev got his degree from the US universities and has served in the American business world.&nbsp;
Born in Kyiv in 1975 in Soviet Ukraine, Dmitriev's education and professional debut makes him a perfect person for an up-and-coming member of Russia's technocratic elite.&nbsp;
He was one of the first Soviet exchange students who travelled to the US, &nbsp;where he studied at Fооthill College in California, at the age of 14.&nbsp;
He went on to graduate with honors from an economics program at Stanford University and received his MBA at Harvard.
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<h2>Friend of Putin's daughter?</h2>
Dmitriev got entry in Russia's inner circles with the help of his wife Natalia Popova and a business associate of Putin's daughter Katerina Tikhonova, according to Kyiv Independent.
Popova works as Tikhonova's deputy at her Innopraktika fund, where Dmitriev sits on the board of trustees.
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<h2>Head of Russia's 'slush fund'&nbsp;</h2>
He was then appointed CEO of the new Russian Direct Investment Fund (RDIF) in 2011.&nbsp;
RDIF is a state-controlled fund launched to foster partnerships with foreign investors and invest in Russian companies.
During Dmitriev's tenure, &nbsp;the RDIF oversaw $40 billion in investment across 100 deals, building relationships with funds from France, Italy, Japan, China, and the Gulf states.
"Recently designated Russian President Vladimir Putin and his inner circle of cronies have long relied on RDIF and Dmitriev to raise funds abroad, including in the United States," the US Treasury Department said.
It added, "While officially a sovereign wealth fund, RDIF is widely considered a slush fund for President Vladimir Putin and is emblematic of Russia's broader kleptocracy."
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(With inputs from agencies)
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World: Dmitriev lauded the Trump administration for its constructive and respectful dialogue with Russia and said the two nations plan to restore and deepen their ties.

The Head of Russia's sovereign wealth fund Kirill Dmitriev has become a prominent figure in the Kremlin's outreach to the US President Donald Trump administration. Currently, the US is awaiting Dmitriev to report to Russian President Vladimir Putin before taking any next steps in Ukraine peace talks, Bloomberg reported citing a person familiar with the discussions. Earlier this week, Dmitriev met with US Special Envoy Steve Witkoff. On April 2 and 3, he also met with US officials in Washington on behalf of Putin. Also read: Taxing Penguins but not Putin? Russia wasn't on Trump's tariffs list. Here's what we know Dmitriev also lauded the Trump administration for its constructive and respectful dialogue with Russia and said the two nations plan to restore and deepen their ties. He was also involved in early US-Russian negotiations which took place in Riyadh in February. Who is Kirill Dmitriev? The 49-year-old Kirill Dmitriev was appointed by Russian President Putin as special envoy for economic affairs in an attempt to interest Washington in joint economic ventures in return for a favorable peace deal. Dmitriev got his degree from the US universities and has served in the American business world. Born in Kyiv in 1975 in Soviet Ukraine, Dmitriev's education and professional debut makes him a perfect person for an up-and-coming member of Russia's technocratic elite. He was one of the first Soviet exchange students who travelled to the US, where he studied at Fооthill College in California, at the age of 14. He went on to graduate with honors from an economics program at Stanford University and received his MBA at Harvard. Also read: 'Trump not interested in delay tactic on Ukraine': Rubio warns Putin, says Russia must ‘decide if it’s serious about peace’ Friend of Putin's daughter? Dmitriev got entry in Russia's inner circles with the help of his wife Natalia Popova and a business associate of Putin's daughter Katerina Tikhonova, according to Kyiv Independent. Popova works as Tikhonova's deputy at her Innopraktika fund, where Dmitriev sits on the board of trustees. Also read: Russian missile hits Zelensky's home city, kills 12 injures 50 Head of Russia's 'slush fund' He was then appointed CEO of the new Russian Direct Investment Fund (RDIF) in 2011. RDIF is a state-controlled fund launched to foster partnerships with foreign investors and invest in Russian companies. During Dmitriev's tenure, the RDIF oversaw $40 billion in investment across 100 deals, building relationships with funds from France, Italy, Japan, China, and the Gulf states. "Recently designated Russian President Vladimir Putin and his inner circle of cronies have long relied on RDIF and Dmitriev to raise funds abroad, including in the United States," the US Treasury Department said. It added, "While officially a sovereign wealth fund, RDIF is widely considered a slush fund for President Vladimir Putin and is emblematic of Russia's broader kleptocracy." Also read: 'Trump not interested in delay tactic on Ukraine': Rubio warns Putin, says Russia must ‘decide if it’s serious about peace’ (With inputs from agencies)

How did Russia's 'slush fund' head Kirill Dmitriev become Putin's mouthpiece to Trump?

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In a significant diplomatic move, US special envoy Witkoff met Russian negotiator Dmitriev in Washington amid stalled Ukraine ceasefire talks. Dmitriev signaled a shift in Russia's stance, suggesting openness to limited security guarantees for Ukraine, while dismissing NATO membership. The visit marks the first high-level Russian trip to the US since the Ukraine invasion.

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A Russian ballistic missile strike on Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky's home city of Kryvyi Rig killed 12 people on Friday, including three children, authorities said.
Oleksandr Vilkul, the head of the city's military administration, said more than 50 people were wounded in the evening attack.
"Twelve people were killed in Kryvyi Rig," regional governor Sergiy Lysak said on Telegram.
He added later that this included "three children".
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"The number of wounded is constantly increasing. This information will come later. A car and garages are on fire," he said.
Unverified video on social media taken from a distance showed a plume of smoke rising into the evening sky.
Kryvyi Rig, in Ukraine's central Dnipropetrovsk region, is about 60 kilometres (37 miles) from the front line but has regularly been targeted by Russian drones and missiles.
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A Russian ballistic attack on the city on Wednesday killed at least four people and wounded more than a dozen others.
The strikes come as US President Donald Trump's administration pushes for a speedy end to the more than three-year war, holding talks with both Russia and Ukraine.
Moscow has rejected a joint US-Ukrainian proposal for an unconditional and full ceasefire, while Ukraine has accused Russia of dragging out talks with no intention of halting its offensive.
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World: Kryvyi Rig, in Ukraine's central Dnipropetrovsk region, is about 60 kilometres from the front line but has regularly been targeted by Russian drones and missiles.

A Russian ballistic missile strike on Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky's home city of Kryvyi Rig killed 12 people on Friday, including three children, authorities said. Oleksandr Vilkul, the head of the city's military administration, said more than 50 people were wounded in the evening attack. "Twelve people were killed in Kryvyi Rig," regional governor Sergiy Lysak said on Telegram. He added later that this included "three children". Also read: Russia building more Nuclear icebreakers to cut 'worsening Arctic' "The number of wounded is constantly increasing. This information will come later. A car and garages are on fire," he said. Unverified video on social media taken from a distance showed a plume of smoke rising into the evening sky. Kryvyi Rig, in Ukraine's central Dnipropetrovsk region, is about 60 kilometres (37 miles) from the front line but has regularly been targeted by Russian drones and missiles. Also read: 'Trump not interested in delay tactic on Ukraine': Rubio warns Putin, says Russia must ‘decide if it’s serious about peace’ A Russian ballistic attack on the city on Wednesday killed at least four people and wounded more than a dozen others. The strikes come as US President Donald Trump's administration pushes for a speedy end to the more than three-year war, holding talks with both Russia and Ukraine. Moscow has rejected a joint US-Ukrainian proposal for an unconditional and full ceasefire, while Ukraine has accused Russia of dragging out talks with no intention of halting its offensive. 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.

Russian missile hits Zelensky's home city, kills 12 injures 50

Russia launched a barrage of drones in an overnight attack on Ukraine on Friday, killing at least four people and injuring 35 in the northeastern city of Kharkiv, regional officials said.

Ukraine Faces Brutal Counterattack After Belgorod Incursion

Ukraine is facing a fierce counteroffensive from Russian forces following a cross-border incursion into Russia’s Belgorod region. Moscow has launched heavy retaliatory strikes, escalating tensions along the frontlines. Watch to know more!

Ukraine faces brutal counterattack from Russia after Belgorod incursion

US Secretary of State <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/visa-to-study-not-to-become-social-activist-us-state-secretary-rubio-after-detention-of-turkish-student-for-supporting-hamas-8902463" rel="dofollow noopener" target="_blank">Marco Rubio</a> said on Friday (April 04) that President <a href="https://www.wionews.com/donald-trump" rel="dofollow noopener" target="_blank">Donald Trump</a> would not allow himself to be caught in &ldquo;endless negotiations&rdquo; with Russia over the war in Ukraine, and that it would soon become clear whether Moscow was genuinely interested in peace.
Speaking in Brussels following discussions with NATO allies, Rubio addressed concerns from partner nations about Trump&rsquo;s ongoing push for a peace deal with the Kremlin.
&ldquo;President Trump is not going to fall into the trap of endless negotiations about negotiations,&rdquo; Rubio told reporters after the talks.
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&ldquo;We will know soon enough, in a matter of weeks, not months, whether Russia is serious about peace or not,&rdquo; he added.
<h2>Pressure mounts over ceasefire efforts</h2>
While the Trump administration is continuing to call for a partial ceasefire, both sides in the conflict are still accusing each other of ongoing attacks. Trump, despite seeking better relations with Moscow, has expressed frustration at the slow progress in talks aimed at ending the violence.
Last month, Russian President Vladimir Putin dismissed a US-Ukrainian proposal for a full and unconditional ceasefire. Moscow has said any agreement in the Black Sea region would depend on the West easing its sanctions.
Rubio, however, praised Ukraine for its readiness to de-escalate and engage in meaningful dialogue.
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&ldquo;Ukraine has shown a willingness to enter into a complete ceasefire and create space for negotiation,&rdquo; he said.
&ldquo;The Russians and Putin will have to make a decision about whether they're serious for peace or not. If it's a delay tactic, the President&rsquo;s not interested in that,&rdquo; he said.
(With inputs from agencies)

World: “President Trump is not going to fall into the trap of endless negotiations about negotiations,” Rubio told reporters after the talks.

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said on Friday (April 04) that President Donald Trump would not allow himself to be caught in “endless negotiations” with Russia over the war in Ukraine, and that it would soon become clear whether Moscow was genuinely interested in peace. Speaking in Brussels following discussions with NATO allies, Rubio addressed concerns from partner nations about Trump’s ongoing push for a peace deal with the Kremlin. “President Trump is not going to fall into the trap of endless negotiations about negotiations,” Rubio told reporters after the talks. Also read: DANGEROUS! US issues travel advisory, asks Americans to 'not travel' to Russia, Ukraine & 19 other countries. Full list HERE “We will know soon enough, in a matter of weeks, not months, whether Russia is serious about peace or not,” he added. Pressure mounts over ceasefire efforts While the Trump administration is continuing to call for a partial ceasefire, both sides in the conflict are still accusing each other of ongoing attacks. Trump, despite seeking better relations with Moscow, has expressed frustration at the slow progress in talks aimed at ending the violence. Last month, Russian President Vladimir Putin dismissed a US-Ukrainian proposal for a full and unconditional ceasefire. Moscow has said any agreement in the Black Sea region would depend on the West easing its sanctions. Rubio, however, praised Ukraine for its readiness to de-escalate and engage in meaningful dialogue. Also read: Russia building more Nuclear icebreakers to cut 'worsening Arctic' “Ukraine has shown a willingness to enter into a complete ceasefire and create space for negotiation,” he said. “The Russians and Putin will have to make a decision about whether they're serious for peace or not. If it's a delay tactic, the President’s not interested in that,” he said. (With inputs from agencies)

'Trump not interested in delay tactic on Ukraine': Rubio warns Putin, says Russia must ‘decide if it’s serious about peace’

As the Trump administration continues to press Russia and Ukraine to agree to a ceasefire, Russian President Vladimir Putin's envoy Kirill Dmitriev met with US officials in Washington.

Russia-Ukraine ceasefire: Russian envoy seeks cooperation with US at Washington talks

#GRAVITAS | Kirill Dmitriev, a key Kremlin negotiator and a close ally of Russian President Vladimir Putin, is in Washington for talks with the Donald Trump administration for possible breakthroughs in Russia's talk with the United States on Ukraine. Watch this video to find out more.

'Some forces are trying to sow discord between US-Russia,' says Dmitriev

Ukrainian forces have launched another bold offensive, this time targeting the Belgorod region. This move has ignited fierce battles along the border, with Russian troops asserting dominance on the battlefield.

Ukraine launches second Russia incursion after losing Kursk, faces Russian resistance in Belgorod

The US State Department Consular Affairs for Travel issued a travel advisory on Thursday (April 3), urging Americans not to travel to 21 countries, including Russia and Ukraine.&nbsp;
According to the advisory, there is a Level-4 danger level.&nbsp;
"We issue Travel Advisories with Levels 1 &ndash; 4. Level 4 means Do Not Travel. This level is assigned based on local conditions and/or our limited ability to help there," the advisory read.&nbsp;
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It added that these places are dangerous, "and you may be putting yourself at extreme risk by visiting."
<h2>Here's the list of 21 countries:&nbsp;</h2>
<ol>
<li>Afghanistan</li>
<li>Belarus</li>
<li>Burkina Faso</li>
<li>Burma</li>
<li>Central African Republic (CAR) Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC)</li>
<li>Haiti</li>
<li>Iran</li>
<li>Iraq</li>
<li>Lebanon</li>
<li>Libya</li>
<li>Mali</li>
<li>North Korea</li>
<li>Russia</li>
<li>Somalia</li>
<li>South Sudan</li>
<li>Sudan</li>
<li>Syria</li>
<li>Ukraine</li>
<li>Venezuela</li>
<li>Yemen</li>
</ol>
<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
We issue Travel Advisories with Levels 1 &ndash; 4. Level 4 means Do Not Travel. This level is assigned based on local conditions and/or our limited ability to help there. These places are dangerous and you may be putting yourself at extreme risk by visiting. The Travel Advisories for&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/SXmsXCqoR8">pic.twitter.com/SXmsXCqoR8</a>
&mdash; Travel - State Dept (@TravelGov) <a href="https://twitter.com/TravelGov/status/1907806019159232577?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 3, 2025</a></blockquote>
Meanwhile, according to the advisory, India had a "Level-2" danger level as it asked its citizens to "Exercise increased caution".&nbsp;
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"Exercise increased caution in India due to crime and terrorism. Some areas have increased risk," it read.&nbsp;
Last month, the US issued a travel advisory, cautioning Americans against visiting areas near the India-Pakistan border and the Line of Control (LoC) due to risks associated with terrorism and potential armed conflict.&nbsp;
It also warned "not to travel" to Pakistan's Balochistan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa provinces.&nbsp;
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Areas along the LoC were placed under the &ldquo;Level 4: Do Not Travel&rdquo; category, with the advisory stating: &ldquo;Do not travel to the India-Pakistan border, including areas along the Line of Control, for any reason. Militant groups operate in this region, and both India and Pakistan maintain a heavy military presence on their respective sides.&rdquo;
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(With inputs from agencies)

World: Meanwhile, according to the US advisory, India had a "Level-2" danger level as it asked its citizens to "Exercise increased caution".

The US State Department Consular Affairs for Travel issued a travel advisory on Thursday (April 3), urging Americans not to travel to 21 countries, including Russia and Ukraine. According to the advisory, there is a Level-4 danger level. "We issue Travel Advisories with Levels 1 – 4. Level 4 means Do Not Travel. This level is assigned based on local conditions and/or our limited ability to help there," the advisory read. Also read: India issues travel advisory regarding Iran; warns nationals to avoid 'non-essential' visit It added that these places are dangerous, "and you may be putting yourself at extreme risk by visiting." Here's the list of 21 countries: Afghanistan Belarus Burkina Faso Burma Central African Republic (CAR) Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) Haiti Iran Iraq Lebanon Libya Mali North Korea Russia Somalia South Sudan Sudan Syria Ukraine Venezuela Yemen We issue Travel Advisories with Levels 1 – 4. Level 4 means Do Not Travel. This level is assigned based on local conditions and/or our limited ability to help there. These places are dangerous and you may be putting yourself at extreme risk by visiting. The Travel Advisories for… pic.twitter.com/SXmsXCqoR8 — Travel - State Dept (@TravelGov) April 3, 2025 Meanwhile, according to the advisory, India had a "Level-2" danger level as it asked its citizens to "Exercise increased caution". Also read: 'Tariff this, tariff that': Where does Trump's 'favourite' word comes from? SPOILER! It's not US "Exercise increased caution in India due to crime and terrorism. Some areas have increased risk," it read. Last month, the US issued a travel advisory, cautioning Americans against visiting areas near the India-Pakistan border and the Line of Control (LoC) due to risks associated with terrorism and potential armed conflict. It also warned "not to travel" to Pakistan's Balochistan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa provinces. Also read: Desperate Russia offering 160,000 new recruits THIS to join war against Ukraine Areas along the LoC were placed under the “Level 4: Do Not Travel” category, with the advisory stating: “Do not travel to the India-Pakistan border, including areas along the Line of Control, for any reason. Militant groups operate in this region, and both India and Pakistan maintain a heavy military presence on their respective sides.” Also read: Trump’s new tariffs hit Ukraine, penguins, and almost every country, but not Russia. Here’s why (With inputs from agencies)

DANGEROUS! US issues travel advisory, asks Americans to 'not travel' to Russia, Ukraine & 19 other countries. Full list HERE

President <a href="https://www.wionews.com/donald-trump" rel="dofollow noopener" target="_blank">Donald Trump</a> has imposed at least 10% tariffs on nearly every country in the world, including even two uninhabited islands: the Heard and McDonald Islands near Antarctica, home only to seals and penguins. However, one country has been noticeably left off the list: Russia.
<h2>Why did Russia avoid Trump&rsquo;s tariffs?</h2>
When asked why Russia was exempt, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said that US sanctions already "preclude any meaningful trade" between the two nations, Axios reported.
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However, this isn&rsquo;t entirely true. While trade between the US and Russia has dropped significantly, from $35 billion in 2021 to just $3.5 billion last year, the US still trades more with Russia than with countries like Mauritius or Brunei, both of which did make the tariff list.
Russia has reportedly asked Trump to lift some sanctions as part of US-brokered ceasefire talks over Ukraine, but so far, the US has not offered any concrete response. Instead, Trump recently threatened secondary tariffs on Russian oil and expressed frustration with Vladimir Putin, saying he was "very angry" and "pissed off" over the Russian leader&rsquo;s comments about Ukraine&rsquo;s President Volodymyr Zelensky.
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Leavitt added that Russia could still face "additional strong sanctions", though no further details were provided.
<h2>Who else avoided Trump&rsquo;s tariffs?</h2>
A few other nations were also spared from Trump&rsquo;s sweeping trade penalties:
Cuba, Belarus, and North Korea: Leavitt explained that these countries were left out because they are already heavily sanctioned by the US.
Canada and Mexico: These two major economies also escaped new tariffs, but only because Trump had already slapped them with 25% tariffs previously.
Meanwhile, Ukraine was not exempt, despite the ongoing war. Trump has imposed a 10% tariff on Ukrainian imports, adding to the country&rsquo;s struggles.
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(With inputs from agencies)

World: Meanwhile, Ukraine was not exempt, despite the ongoing war. Trump has imposed a 10% tariff on Ukrainian imports, adding to the country’s struggles.

President Donald Trump has imposed at least 10% tariffs on nearly every country in the world, including even two uninhabited islands: the Heard and McDonald Islands near Antarctica, home only to seals and penguins. However, one country has been noticeably left off the list: Russia. Why did Russia avoid Trump’s tariffs? When asked why Russia was exempt, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said that US sanctions already "preclude any meaningful trade" between the two nations, Axios reported. Also read: Indian government’s big plan to counter Trump’s 26 per cent tariffs? Step one: ‘Carefully examining’ the impact However, this isn’t entirely true. While trade between the US and Russia has dropped significantly, from $35 billion in 2021 to just $3.5 billion last year, the US still trades more with Russia than with countries like Mauritius or Brunei, both of which did make the tariff list. Russia has reportedly asked Trump to lift some sanctions as part of US-brokered ceasefire talks over Ukraine, but so far, the US has not offered any concrete response. Instead, Trump recently threatened secondary tariffs on Russian oil and expressed frustration with Vladimir Putin, saying he was "very angry" and "pissed off" over the Russian leader’s comments about Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky. Also read: Trump’s reciprocal tariffs hit ‘tariff king’ India: Could they cost PM Modi his next term? Leavitt added that Russia could still face "additional strong sanctions", though no further details were provided. Who else avoided Trump’s tariffs? A few other nations were also spared from Trump’s sweeping trade penalties: Cuba, Belarus, and North Korea: Leavitt explained that these countries were left out because they are already heavily sanctioned by the US. Canada and Mexico: These two major economies also escaped new tariffs, but only because Trump had already slapped them with 25% tariffs previously. Meanwhile, Ukraine was not exempt, despite the ongoing war. Trump has imposed a 10% tariff on Ukrainian imports, adding to the country’s struggles. Also read: Did Donald Trump really spare Canada and Mexico from latest round of tariffs? White House reveals truth (With inputs from agencies)

Trump’s new tariffs hit Ukraine, penguins, and almost every country, but not Russia. Here’s why

Russia has unleashed a deadly attack on Ukraine. Three people have died in the central Ukrainian city of Kyiv. This is while one person died in a drone attack on Kharkiv.

Russia-Ukraine war: Ukraine accuses Russia of launching 'double-tap' strikes

Vladimir Putin is set to send his top negotiator to Washington in a bid to win back the favour of Donald Trump, who is reportedly angry at the Russian leader. Watch to know more!

Russia-Ukraine war: Russia drone strikes on Ukraine kill one, wound ten

A Russian ballistic missile strike killed at least four people and wounded nine others in Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky's home city of Kryvyi Rig on Wednesday, authorities said.&nbsp;
The strike followed an overnight drone barrage on the regions of Zaporizhzhia and Kharkiv, which killed one and wounded a dozen others, according to officials.
The head of Kryvyi Rig's military administration, Oleksandr Vikul, said Russia attacked civilian infrastructure with a ballistic missile, sparking a large fire, and that a rescue operation was underway.
An unverified social media video from the scene showed fire and smoke rising from a damaged industrial building and debris laying around.
"The death toll in Kryvyi Rig has risen to four," Dnipropetrovsk regional governor Sergiy Lysak said.
Among the wounded were a 29-year-old woman and men aged 35 and 41, he added.
Russia and Ukraine have stepped up aerial attacks even as US President Donald Trump pushes the Kremlin and Kyiv to agree to a ceasefire after more than three years of costly fighting.
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Earlier Wednesday, a 45-year-old man was killed when a Russian strike hit cars parked outside a house in Zaporizhzhia, the head of the Ukrainian region's military administration Ivan Federov said on Telegram.
In Kharkiv, five people were wounded in drone strikes, head of the Kharkiv Regional State Administration Oleg Syniegubov said.
An AFP reporter saw firefighters hosing down smoke from a building in Kharkiv, where a blaze was raging and black smoke billowed from windows.
Zelensky said earlier Russia had launched 74 drones in total at targets across Ukraine.
The "systemic" Russian attacks, he added, showed the Kremlin "despises the diplomatic efforts" to halt the war.
"Putin does not even want to ensure a partial ceasefire. What's needed is new and tangible pressure on Russia to put this war on a path towards ending," he added.
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World | The head of Kryvyi Rig's military administration, Oleksandr Vikul, said Russia attacked civilian infrastructure with a ballistic missile, sparking a large fire, and that a rescue operation was underway.

A Russian ballistic missile strike killed at least four people and wounded nine others in Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky's home city of Kryvyi Rig on Wednesday, authorities said. The strike followed an overnight drone barrage on the regions of Zaporizhzhia and Kharkiv, which killed one and wounded a dozen others, according to officials. The head of Kryvyi Rig's military administration, Oleksandr Vikul, said Russia attacked civilian infrastructure with a ballistic missile, sparking a large fire, and that a rescue operation was underway. An unverified social media video from the scene showed fire and smoke rising from a damaged industrial building and debris laying around. "The death toll in Kryvyi Rig has risen to four," Dnipropetrovsk regional governor Sergiy Lysak said. Among the wounded were a 29-year-old woman and men aged 35 and 41, he added. Russia and Ukraine have stepped up aerial attacks even as US President Donald Trump pushes the Kremlin and Kyiv to agree to a ceasefire after more than three years of costly fighting. Also read | Who is Kirill Dmitriev? Senior Russian official to visit US this week Earlier Wednesday, a 45-year-old man was killed when a Russian strike hit cars parked outside a house in Zaporizhzhia, the head of the Ukrainian region's military administration Ivan Federov said on Telegram. In Kharkiv, five people were wounded in drone strikes, head of the Kharkiv Regional State Administration Oleg Syniegubov said. An AFP reporter saw firefighters hosing down smoke from a building in Kharkiv, where a blaze was raging and black smoke billowed from windows. Zelensky said earlier Russia had launched 74 drones in total at targets across Ukraine. The "systemic" Russian attacks, he added, showed the Kremlin "despises the diplomatic efforts" to halt the war. "Putin does not even want to ensure a partial ceasefire. What's needed is new and tangible pressure on Russia to put this war on a path towards ending," he added. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits for grammar and punctuation. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

At least four killed in Russian strike in Ukraine's Kryvyi Rig

Both Ukraine and Russia have accused each other of violating a deal to stop attacking each other's energy sites. Now, both countries have lodged a complaint with the United States. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has urged U.S. President Donald Trump to strengthen sanctions on Russia for violating the deal.

Russia-Ukraine war: Zelensky says, 'US should strengthen sanctions against Russia'

Ukraine is struggling to counter Russia's relentless assault, and this is with President Trump constantly pushing for more changes in the minerals deal.

Russia-Ukraine war: Russian kamikaze ground drones blow up Ukraine dugouts

Russia-Ukraine war: Russia, Ukraine trade blame over attack on energy sites

Both Ukraine and Russia complained to the United States about striking each other's energy sites on Tuesday, with Kyiv calling on Washington to strengthen sanctions on Moscow for "violating" agreements made in Saudi Arabia.&nbsp;
Each side has accused the other of breaking a supposed deal to stop firing on energy sites, though a formal agreement has not been put in place and what commitments each side has undertaken remain unclear.
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Following separate meetings with US officials, the White House said both Ukraine and Russia had "agreed to develop measures for implementing" an "agreement to ban strikes against energy facilities of Russia and Ukraine".
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said his defence minister, Rustem Umerov, was in touch with US officials.
"We have passed on all the necessary information about Russian violations in the energy sector," Zelensky said in his daily evening address.&nbsp;
He earlier called on Washington to strengthen sanctions on Russia as a response.&nbsp;
"I believe we have come to the point of increasing the sanctions impact, because I believe that the Russians are violating what they have promised America. At least what America has told us, and publicly," Zelensky said at a press conference in Kyiv.&nbsp;
"And we very much hope that President (Donald) Trump has all these appropriate tools to increase the sanctions pressure on the Russian side."
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He said Ukraine remains "ready" for an unconditional ceasefire with Russia.&nbsp;
In Moscow, Russian President Vladimir Putin earlier discussed allegations of Ukrainian "violations" in a private meeting of top security officials on Tuesday.
Moscow also said it had handed its complaints to Washington.&nbsp;
<h2>'We passed a list'&nbsp;</h2>
"We passed a list of violations... to the US National Security Advisor Mike Waltz," Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said after the meeting.
"I have passed this list to the US Secretary of State Marco Rubio," he added.
Russia's defence ministry earlier accused Kyiv of striking Russian energy sites in the Russian region of Belgorod and the partially Moscow-controlled Ukrainian region of Zaporizhzhia.
The allegations come hours after Ukraine's Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiga said tens of thousands were left without power in the southern Kherson region by a Russian strike.
Local authorities later said power supplies had been restored.
Russia has launched systematic aerial attacks on Ukrainian power plants and grid since invading in February 2022.
Putin last month rejected a joint US-Ukrainian proposal for an unconditional and full ceasefire.
Sybiga also said Kyiv and Washington were holding fresh talks on a minerals agreement that would give the United States access to Ukrainian natural resources in return for more support.
The two countries had planned to sign a deal in February on extracting Ukraine's strategically important minerals, until a spectacular televised White House clash between Trump and Zelensky derailed the agreement.
Trump on Sunday warned Zelensky he would have "big problems" if Kyiv rejected the latest US proposal, details of which have not been published by either side.
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Both Ukraine and Russia complained to the United States about striking each other's energy sites on Tuesday, with Kyiv calling on Washington to strengthen sanctions on Moscow for "violating" agreements made in Saudi Arabia.

Both Ukraine and Russia complained to the United States about striking each other's energy sites on Tuesday, with Kyiv calling on Washington to strengthen sanctions on Moscow for "violating" agreements made in Saudi Arabia. Each side has accused the other of breaking a supposed deal to stop firing on energy sites, though a formal agreement has not been put in place and what commitments each side has undertaken remain unclear. Also read: 'Unacceptable threat': Russia formally declared national security threat to Britain for first time. Here's why Following separate meetings with US officials, the White House said both Ukraine and Russia had "agreed to develop measures for implementing" an "agreement to ban strikes against energy facilities of Russia and Ukraine". Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said his defence minister, Rustem Umerov, was in touch with US officials. "We have passed on all the necessary information about Russian violations in the energy sector," Zelensky said in his daily evening address. He earlier called on Washington to strengthen sanctions on Russia as a response. "I believe we have come to the point of increasing the sanctions impact, because I believe that the Russians are violating what they have promised America. At least what America has told us, and publicly," Zelensky said at a press conference in Kyiv. "And we very much hope that President (Donald) Trump has all these appropriate tools to increase the sanctions pressure on the Russian side." Also read: What's on Trump's agenda as he plans to visit Saudi for his first foreign trip. Is it Israel, Ukraine or something else? He said Ukraine remains "ready" for an unconditional ceasefire with Russia. In Moscow, Russian President Vladimir Putin earlier discussed allegations of Ukrainian "violations" in a private meeting of top security officials on Tuesday. Moscow also said it had handed its complaints to Washington. 'We passed a list' "We passed a list of violations... to the US National Security Advisor Mike Waltz," Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said after the meeting. "I have passed this list to the US Secretary of State Marco Rubio," he added. Russia's defence ministry earlier accused Kyiv of striking Russian energy sites in the Russian region of Belgorod and the partially Moscow-controlled Ukrainian region of Zaporizhzhia. The allegations come hours after Ukraine's Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiga said tens of thousands were left without power in the southern Kherson region by a Russian strike. Local authorities later said power supplies had been restored. Russia has launched systematic aerial attacks on Ukrainian power plants and grid since invading in February 2022. Putin last month rejected a joint US-Ukrainian proposal for an unconditional and full ceasefire. Sybiga also said Kyiv and Washington were holding fresh talks on a minerals agreement that would give the United States access to Ukrainian natural resources in return for more support. The two countries had planned to sign a deal in February on extracting Ukraine's strategically important minerals, until a spectacular televised White House clash between Trump and Zelensky derailed the agreement. Trump on Sunday warned Zelensky he would have "big problems" if Kyiv rejected the latest US proposal, details of which have not been published by either side. 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.

Ukraine and Russia fire at each others energy sites, complain to US

US President Donald Trump's visit to the Middle Eastern nations comes amid his efforts to end the ongoing wars in Israel-Hamas and Russia-Ukraine. But what exactly is on his agenda? Let's dig deeper to know more.&nbsp;
As his first international trip, Trump is planning to travel to Saudi Arabia in mid-May, since returning to the White House, Axios reported citing two officials and a source with knowledge of the president's travel.&nbsp;
His decision to visit Saudi on his first foreign trip also points to how close the relationship between the Trump administration and Gulf countries has become.&nbsp;
Earlier on March 6, Trump told reporters in the Oval Office that he would likely visit Saudi Arabia "over the next month and a half".
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"I am going to Saudi Arabia. Normally you would go to the UK first. Last time I went to Saudi Arabia. They put up 450 billion dollars," Trump said.
"This time I said I would go if you put up a trillion dollars to American companies. Meaning the purchase over four years of a trillion dollars. They agreed to do that. So I am gonna be going there," he added.
Notably, Trump's first foreign trip during his previous term was also to Saudi Arabia.
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<h2>Is Israel on agenda?</h2>
As the US administration is making efforts to break a ceasefire and hostage deal between Israel and Hamas and release, Trump has been giving warnings to the Palestinian militant group to release the hostages or "hell will break loose".&nbsp;
Moreover, a Trump administration official said that planning for the trip to Saudi Arabia is underway.
"An opportunity for international travel for the President is something that is being looked at. We don't yet have a specific plan, and we will provide that information when it is official," a White House official said.
"Talks will focus on discussing foreign investments, strengthening relationships with Gulf nations and ending conflict in the Middle East," the official said.
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<h2>What about Ukraine?</h2>
Saudi Arabia is currently involved in holding Ukraine peace talks to help end the Russia-Ukraine war.&nbsp;
Last month, US and Russian officials held talks in Saudi Arabia marking another step in Trump's attempts to negotiate a limited ceasefire in Ukraine.&nbsp;
Following talks with both Ukrainian and Russian leaders last week, Trump helped secure an agreement in principle for a one-month halt to attacks on energy infrastructure. However, questions remain over when the ceasefire will begin and whether it will cover more than just power plants, such as hospitals, bridges, and other key services.
However, the Saudis want the visit to take place after a ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine is reached, a source with knowledge of the planned visit said.&nbsp;
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(With inputs from agencies)

World: His decision to visit Saudi on his first foreign trip also points to how close the relationship between the Trump administration and Gulf countries has become.

US President Donald Trump's visit to the Middle Eastern nations comes amid his efforts to end the ongoing wars in Israel-Hamas and Russia-Ukraine. But what exactly is on his agenda? Let's dig deeper to know more. As his first international trip, Trump is planning to travel to Saudi Arabia in mid-May, since returning to the White House, Axios reported citing two officials and a source with knowledge of the president's travel. His decision to visit Saudi on his first foreign trip also points to how close the relationship between the Trump administration and Gulf countries has become. Earlier on March 6, Trump told reporters in the Oval Office that he would likely visit Saudi Arabia "over the next month and a half". Also read: Donald Trump to visit Saudi Arabia in May, focus on foreign investments, strengthening ties: Report "I am going to Saudi Arabia. Normally you would go to the UK first. Last time I went to Saudi Arabia. They put up 450 billion dollars," Trump said. "This time I said I would go if you put up a trillion dollars to American companies. Meaning the purchase over four years of a trillion dollars. They agreed to do that. So I am gonna be going there," he added. Notably, Trump's first foreign trip during his previous term was also to Saudi Arabia. Also read: Ukraine-Russia ceasefire breakthrough: Saudi talks with US yield Black Sea truce, White House confirms Is Israel on agenda? As the US administration is making efforts to break a ceasefire and hostage deal between Israel and Hamas and release, Trump has been giving warnings to the Palestinian militant group to release the hostages or "hell will break loose". Moreover, a Trump administration official said that planning for the trip to Saudi Arabia is underway. "An opportunity for international travel for the President is something that is being looked at. We don't yet have a specific plan, and we will provide that information when it is official," a White House official said. "Talks will focus on discussing foreign investments, strengthening relationships with Gulf nations and ending conflict in the Middle East," the official said. Also read: US and Russia talks on Ukraine peace deal underway in Saudi Arabia: Trump-brokered ceasefire in sight? What about Ukraine? Saudi Arabia is currently involved in holding Ukraine peace talks to help end the Russia-Ukraine war. Last month, US and Russian officials held talks in Saudi Arabia marking another step in Trump's attempts to negotiate a limited ceasefire in Ukraine. Following talks with both Ukrainian and Russian leaders last week, Trump helped secure an agreement in principle for a one-month halt to attacks on energy infrastructure. However, questions remain over when the ceasefire will begin and whether it will cover more than just power plants, such as hospitals, bridges, and other key services. However, the Saudis want the visit to take place after a ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine is reached, a source with knowledge of the planned visit said. Also read: 10 hours, 3 breaks: High-stakes US-Russia talks on Ukraine ceasefire drag on behind closed doors in Saudi (With inputs from agencies)

What's on Trump's agenda as he plans to visit Saudi for his first foreign trip. Is it Israel, Ukraine or something else?

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