As Trump Targets Birthright Citizenship, ‘Birth Tourists’ Rush To The U.S. For American-Born Babies

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 06:51pm on 01 Mar 2025,Saturday International

As Donald Trump pushes to end birthright citizenship, many foreign parents, particularly Brazilians, are rushing to the U.S. to secure American nationality for their children. Agencies like “Have My Baby in Miami” charge up to $23,000 for expectant mothers to give birth in Florida hospitals. Trump’s executive order revoking citizenship for children born to non-resident parents has been blocked by federal courts but could reach the Supreme Court. Despite visa restrictions, wealthy families view U.S. citizenship as a long-term investment. “There’s a window of opportunity right now,” said birth tourism agent Priscila Rodrigues. Legal battles over the policy continue.

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Zelensky Arrives In London, Embraced By UK PM Starmer For Talks After Heated Trump Showdown

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 06:04pm on 01 Mar 2025,Saturday International

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky met UK PM Keir Starmer in London after a tense exchange with Donald Trump, who accused him of “gambling with World War Three.” NATO chief Mark Rutte urged Zelensky to mend ties with Trump, as Ukraine seeks stronger US support. Zelensky called the White House meeting a "tough dialogue" and stressed the need for firm US backing. He will also meet King Charles and attend a European summit. The Trump-Zelensky clash has drawn global reactions, with some calling it necessary realism and others branding it arrogance. The war’s future remains uncertain amid these tensions.

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Trump-Zelenskyy Showdown At White House Raises Doubts Over U.S. Support For Ukraine

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 04:18pm on 01 Mar 2025,Saturday International

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and U.S. President Donald Trump’s tense meeting at the White House has left the future of U.S.-Ukraine relations uncertain. Zelenskyy departed without signing a minerals deal, raising doubts about continued U.S. support against Russia. Trump, critical of U.S. aid to Ukraine, told Zelenskyy, “You’re either going to make a deal, or we’re out.” The confrontation may shift U.S. policy on military assistance, potentially benefiting Russian President Vladimir Putin. Ukrainian officials insist they will seek alternative allies to sustain their defense efforts. The fallout from this meeting could reshape the geopolitical landscape of the ongoing conflict.

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Ukrainians React to Trump-Zelensky Clash: "They Were So Rude," Fear U.S. Shift Toward Russia

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 03:22pm on 01 Mar 2025,Saturday International

Ukrainians expressed shock after Donald Trump and JD Vance's tense Oval Office meeting with President Volodymyr Zelensky, calling them "rude" and fearing U.S. policy shifts toward Russia. Opposition MP Inna Sovsun called Trump's remarks "painful," while analyst Taras Chmut warned, "This war defines the world order." Zelensky's approval rose to 65% as Ukrainians rallied around their leader. The failed minerals deal further strained Kyiv-Washington ties. "We need stronger European allies," Sovsun urged. Trump’s transactional diplomacy leaves Ukraine bracing for uncertainty, with fears that U.S. disengagement could embolden Moscow. Experts warn Europe cannot secure peace without Washington's support.

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Zelenskyy Calls Trump’s Support ‘Crucial’ After Heated Oval Office Clash

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 02:03pm on 01 Mar 2025,Saturday International

After a tense Oval Office meeting with Donald Trump, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy emphasized the need for U.S. support in Ukraine’s war against Russia. Zelenskyy thanked Trump, Congress, and the American people for their aid and confirmed Ukraine’s readiness to sign a minerals deal to strengthen economic and defense ties. He warned that a ceasefire without security guarantees would be dangerous for Ukraine. The meeting ended in a heated exchange, with Trump criticizing Zelenskyy for showing "disrespect" to the U.S. Despite tensions, Zelenskyy urged continued U.S. backing, stating, “No one wants peace more than we do.”

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Ukrainian MP Calls for Zelenskyy's Impeachment After White House Clash With Trump

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 01:29pm on 01 Mar 2025,Saturday International

Following Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's tense exchange with US President Donald Trump at the White House, MP Oleksandr Dubinsky has called for his impeachment, labeling the incident a "diplomatic failure." Dubinsky urged an emergency parliamentary session, blaming Zelenskyy for Ukraine’s growing international isolation and loss of US support. He accused the president of authoritarian rule and suppressing opposition voices. Dubinsky, a controversial figure facing past treason charges, claimed Zelenskyy has failed both in diplomacy and governance. The demand for impeachment has intensified political tensions in Kyiv, raising questions about Ukraine’s leadership amid the ongoing war with Russia.

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'Important That No One Forgets': Zelensky After White House Showdown With Trump

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 12:22pm on 01 Mar 2025,Saturday International

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky stressed the need for global attention on Ukraine after a heated White House meeting with US President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance. The meeting, meant to secure more US support, ended in acrimony, with Trump and Vance berating Zelensky over Ukraine's war efforts and gratitude. Following the clash, Zelensky’s White House visit was cut short, and a minerals-sharing deal was left unsigned. European leaders quickly reaffirmed their support for Kyiv. "It is important Ukraine is heard and not forgotten," Zelensky stated, thanking supporters for diplomatic, financial, and political assistance.

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4 Dead, 5 Still Trapped as Army Choppers Aid Uttarakhand Avalanche Rescue

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 12:19pm on 01 Mar 2025,Saturday International

Rescue operations continue in Uttarakhand’s Badrinath after an avalanche trapped 55 workers at a Border Roads Organisation (BRO) camp near Mana village. The Indian Army confirmed 4 deaths, with 5 still trapped. So far, 47 have been rescued, including 17 on Day 2. Harsh weather and seven feet of snow hinder efforts, but six helicopters are ferrying injured workers to Joshimath. Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami and Home Minister Amit Shah are monitoring the situation. Authorities are prioritizing evacuations amid fears of further avalanches. Most trapped workers are from Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, Himachal Pradesh, Punjab, and Jammu & Kashmir.

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Russian President Vladimir Putin Sits Back and Wins as US-Ukraine Relations Unravel in White House Drama

Brief by Shorts91NewsDesk / 11:50am on 01 Mar 2025,Saturday International

Friday’s dramatic Oval Office clash between President Zelensky and US leaders sparked international reactions—except from Vladimir Putin. The Kremlin leader remained silent, letting events unfold to Russia’s advantage. Former Russian President Dmitry Medvedev called Zelensky’s treatment a “slap down,” while Russia’s foreign ministry praised Trump’s restraint. Meanwhile, Trump and Putin have grown closer, discussing economic cooperation and potential summits. Moscow sees this US-Ukraine rift as a strategic win. If US military aid to Ukraine falters, Kyiv’s defense against Russian forces weakens. The Oval Office spectacle only reinforced Russia’s belief that the war is tilting in its favor, while Ukraine’s position looks increasingly precarious.

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Debate Sparks as Trump Links U.S. Aid to Ukrainian Anti-Corruption Measures: Democrats Fume, Republicans Cheer

Brief by Shorts91NewsDesk / 11:48am on 01 Mar 2025,Saturday International

In the Oval Office meeting, former President Donald Trump confronted Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy over alleged corruption within Ukraine's government. Trump asserted that U.S. aid should be contingent upon Ukraine addressing these corruption issues. Democrats criticized Trump's approach, labeling it as an inappropriate pressure tactic that undermines diplomatic norms. They argue that such confrontations could jeopardize the United States' commitment to supporting Ukraine amid ongoing conflicts. Conversely, Republicans praised Trump's stance, viewing it as a necessary measure to ensure accountability and the proper use of American taxpayer dollars. They believe that conditioning aid on anti-corruption efforts is a prudent strategy to promote transparency and reform within Ukraine's political system. This incident has further intensified partisan debates over U.S. foreign policy and aid distribution.

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