Zelensky seeks U.S. missiles after new Russian strikes, plans Trump meeting
What we know
- In a Tuesday phone call, President Trump conveyed to Vladimir Putin his desire to end the Ukraine conflict quickly and normalize relations between Washington and Moscow, according to the Kremlin. Putin responded by assuring Trump that Russia harbors no hostile designs on Europe.
- Zelensky said Ukraine needs American air defence systems to counter Russian ballistic missile attacks and plans to discuss the matter with Trump in about two weeks. Britain announced 100 million pounds in funding for Ukrainian air defence, including Patriot systems, to be delivered before winter.
- Ursula von der Leyen, the European Commission president, announced 200 million euros in Greenland investments during a visit to the Arctic territory. The EU has proposed doubling direct aid to Greenland under its next budget, with funds targeting critical minerals, satellite communications and renewable energy.
- European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announced a €200 million investment package for Greenland, financing connectivity improvements, clean energy projects and critical raw materials exploration. Von der Leyen said Europe would be more present and engaged in Greenland and the Arctic as U.S. President Donald Trump pursues stated national security interests in the region.
- With the midterm elections two months away in November, President Donald Trump's low approval ratings are imperiling Republican chances of maintaining their narrow majorities in Congress. Midterm elections typically serve as a referendum on the sitting president, according to election experts.
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In a Tuesday phone call, President Trump conveyed to Vladimir Putin his desire to end the Ukraine conflict quickly and normalize relations between Washington and Moscow, according to the Kremlin. Putin responded by assuring Trump that Russia harbors no hostile designs on Europe.
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Zelensky said Ukraine needs American air defence systems to counter Russian ballistic missile attacks and plans to discuss the matter with Trump in about two weeks. Britain announced 100 million pounds in funding for Ukrainian air defence, including Patriot systems, to be delivered before winter.
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European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announced a €200 million investment package for Greenland, financing connectivity improvements, clean energy projects and critical raw materials exploration. Von der Leyen said Europe would be more present and engaged in Greenland and the Arctic as U.S. President Donald Trump pursues stated national security interests in the region.
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EU announces €200 million investment in Greenland as Trump pursues Arctic interests
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announced a €200 million investment package for Greenland, financing connectivity improvements, clean energy projects and critical raw materials exploration. Von der Leyen said Europe would be more present and engaged in Greenland and the Arctic as U.S. President Donald Trump pursues stated national security interests in the region.
Archive photo · European Union · CC BY 4.0 With the midterm elections two months away in November, President Donald Trump's low approval ratings are imperiling Republican chances of maintaining their narrow majorities in Congress. Midterm elections typically serve as a referendum on the sitting president, according to election experts.
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Ursula von der Leyen, the European Commission president, announced 200 million euros in Greenland investments during a visit to the Arctic territory. The EU has proposed doubling direct aid to Greenland under its next budget, with funds targeting critical minerals, satellite communications and renewable energy.