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Trump cutting funding to train and support European troops in countries bordering Russia: report

The apparent shift has alarmed European defense leaders, who see the presence of U.S. troops and support as a key deterrent against Moscow

The Independent UK

Macron hopeful of US support to Kyiv’s security as 26 nations pledge troops

Twenty-six allies promise troops for Ukraine after fighting stops, as Russia shows no signs of being ready to end war.

Al Jazeera

Macron says 26 nations ready to provide postwar military backing to Ukraine

French president says allies would either deploy ‘reassurance force’ troops to Ukraine, or be present in the area on land, sea or in the air

The Guardian - UK

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The Guardian view on Xi, Putin and Kim: heed China’s statement of intent, but don’t take it as fact

Editorial: Images of the autocrats at Wednesday’s military parade reflected the shifting global order. But Donald Trump is hastening Beijing’s rise

The Guardian - UK

Xi Jinping showcases his dream of a China-led ‘new world order’

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The Conversation

Why Trump’s fight with India could have global repercussions

Donald Trump’s tariff policy seems to have morphed into as much of a tool of foreign policy as an economic strategy. But the administration’s decision to impose a 50% tariff on India, a key US ally as part of the Quad (Quadrilateral Security Dialogue) along with the US, Australia and…

The Conversation

Could Humans Become Immortal, As Putin Was Heard Telling Xi?

Vladimir Putin and Xi Jinping have been recorded on a hot mic discussing how organ transplants and other medical advances could let humans live past 150 years -- or even become immortal.

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How China uses second world war history in its bid to reshape the global order – podcast

With Russia’s Vladimir Putin and North Korea’s Kim Jong-Un among 26 world leaders watching, China’s president Xi Jinping made a muscular address to 50,000 people in Tiananmen Square marking 80 years since the end of the second world war. China is “never intimidated by bullies” and would “stand by the…

The Conversation

Voices: Putin and Xi’s hot mic moment wasn’t even the oddest thing to emerge from China

COMMENT: When the dictators were accidentally recorded at their China summit debating organ transplants and other outlandish scientific means to help them achieve immortality, was anyone really surprised, asks Mary Dejevsky

The Independent UK

Macron says 26 countries pledge troops as a 'reassurance force' for Ukraine

Twenty-six countries have pledged to contribute to Ukraine’s security after any ceasefire or peace deal with Russia, French President Emmanuel Macron said on Thursday.

Radio France Internationale

Trump says he has pressured Putin for Ukraine truce: So what has he done?

US President Trump has threatened non-specific consequences for Putin if Russia fails to agree to peace with Ukraine.

Al Jazeera

China's Xi Holds Talks With North Korea's Kim In Beijing

President Xi Jinping reassured Kim Jong Un of North Korea's enduring importance to China as the two leaders met for talks in Beijing on Thursday, state media reported.

International Business Times

Starmer urges Ukraine allies to ‘go even further’ in pressure on Russia

The Prime Minister joined a virtual call of the coalition of the willing with around 25 world leaders on Thursday morning.

Evening Standard

Hot mic captures Putin and Xi discussing how to become immortal

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Al Jazeera

Ukraine knocks out Russian refineries as Russia kills dozens in Kyiv

Ukraine has cut Russia’s refining capacity by a fifth, in a bid to starve it of energy and revenue from exports.

The Independent UK

Listen: Putin and Xi discuss immortality on hot mic

Vladimir Putin and Xi Jinping have been caught on hot mics discussing organ transplants and immortality whilst attending China’s Victory Day Military parade.

Euronews

Russian economy is stagnating amid Ukraine war, says Sberbank CEO

German Gref said the country's central bank should lower interest rates to avoid a recession.

Radio France Internationale

Macron gathers European leaders in push for Ukraine security guarantees

European leaders were meeting in Paris on Thursday after French President Emmanuel Macron confirmed that several countries including Britain and Germany are prepared to assure Ukraine's security once the conflict with Russia has ended.

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The Independent UK

Kim Jong Un’s staff seen scrubbing every surface he touched after meeting with Putin

Analysts say extreme security measure meant to prevent foreign intelligence agencies from gathering samples that may reveal North Korean leader’s health condition

The National (Scotland)

'Putin-loving free speech imposter': Congressman tears into Nigel Farage on US visit

Reform UK leader Nigel Farage has been branded a "Putin-loving free speech imposter and Trump sycophant" by a congressman during his visit…

Benzinga

US Trade Deal Likely By November, Says Indian Commerce Minister: 'Little Bit Of Geopolitical Issues...'

India and the United States are currently negotiating a trade deal, according to Piyush Goyal, India’s Commerce and Industry Minister. The deal is expected to be finalized by November this year.

The Guardian - UK

Macron says ‘Coalition of the Willing’ will finalise ‘robust’ Ukrainian security guarantees – as it happened

Leaders who are gathered in Paris are expected to speak to Donald Trump this afternoon

The Guardian - AU

Daniel Andrews defends decision to attend China military parade alongside Vladimir Putin and Kim Jong-un

Former Victorian premier describes his attendance in Beijing as a chance to ‘meet and engage with regional leaders’

The Guardian - AU

Who else was in Daniel Andrews’ group photo with Xi, Putin and Kim?

Group photo taken after Beijing military parade raised eyebrows in Australia for featuring former Victorian premier alongside other leaders. Here’s who else was in the frame

The Guardian - AU

Afternoon Update: $475m win for robodebt victims; factchecking ‘mass migration’ claims; and Tony Abbott joins Substack

Government announces additional compensation in largest class action settlement in Australian history

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