In a dramatic Oval Office meeting, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy clashed with U.S. President Donald Trump and Vice President J.D. Vance over Ukraine's gratitude for American support. Vance questioned Zelenskyy's appreciation, leading to a heated exchange where Trump accused Zelenskyy of "disrespecting America" and warned of the potential for World War III. The confrontation resulted in the cancellation of a critical minerals agreement and a planned joint press conference. Despite the tensions, Zelenskyy expressed gratitude, stating, "Thank you America, thank you for your support... Ukraine needs just and lasting peace."   

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky was asked to leave the White House after a heated Oval Office exchange with US President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance. Trump told Zelensky to “make a deal or we’re out,” while Vance accused him of not showing gratitude for US aid. A scheduled press conference was canceled, and Zelensky was escorted out. Hours later, he posted on X: “Thank you America, thank you for your support, thank you for this visit. Thank you @POTUS, Congress, and the American people.” Trump later said Zelensky could return “when he is ready for peace.”

Russia mocked Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky after his heated argument with US President Donald Trump at the White House. Kremlin spokeswoman Maria Zakharova claimed Trump showed “miraculous restraint” by not striking Zelensky. Former Russian President Dmitry Medvedev called Zelensky an “insolent pig,” while Kirill Dmitriev, head of Russia’s Direct Investment Fund, described the confrontation as “historic.” Zakharova accused Zelensky of lying about Ukraine’s isolation in 2022. The White House meeting, meant to finalize a rare earth minerals deal, collapsed after the fiery exchange, further complicating US-Ukraine relations.

Kate Middleton has stopped her children from taking part in an old royal tradition called "blooding." This practice involves smearing an animal’s blood on a child's face after their first hunt. Royal expert Tom Quinn said Kate "put her foot down" and will not allow Prince George, Princess Charlotte, or Prince Louis to join in. Many experts support her, calling the ritual "barbaric" and outdated. Prince William, who went through the tradition himself, agrees with her decision. Kate wants her children to have a normal childhood and does not support blood sports.

Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky left the White House after a tense exchange with US President Donald Trump and Vice President J.D. Vance. Trump accused Zelensky of disrespecting the US and refusing to negotiate peace with Russia. The meeting, originally meant to finalize a rare earth minerals deal, ended abruptly, with Trump stating, “He can come back when he is ready for peace.” A planned joint press conference and lunch were also canceled. Trump warned Zelensky against “gambling with World War Three.” European leaders urged Trump to ensure security guarantees for Ukraine.

US President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky had a tense meeting at the White House on Friday. The discussion started on a friendly note but turned heated when Vice President JD Vance accused Zelensky of being ungrateful. Trump criticized Zelensky, saying he was "not ready for peace" and had "disrespected the US." Zelensky warned that the war in Ukraine could impact America. Trump quickly shut him down, saying, "You're gambling with WWIII." The meeting ended on a bitter note, with Trump stating that Zelensky could return when he was ready for peace.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and US President Donald Trump clashed in a heated White House press briefing over US support for Ukraine. Trump accused Zelenskyy of “gambling with World War Three” and questioned his gratitude for US aid. Zelenskyy countered by suggesting Trump was repeating Russian President Vladimir Putin’s rhetoric. Trump later declared Zelenskyy “not ready for peace,” casting doubt on a US-Ukraine economic deal. The agreement, aimed at funding Ukraine’s reconstruction, remains unsigned. Meanwhile, UK and French leaders discussed a potential peacekeeping force for Ukraine, though the White House doubts its feasibility.

Violent clashes erupted in Athens, Greece, as protesters marking the second anniversary of the 2023 Tempe train crash threw petrol bombs at police. Riot officers responded with tear gas and stun grenades as demonstrators stormed barricades near Parliament. The crash, which killed 57 people, has fueled national outrage over the government's failure to improve railway safety. A general strike halted flights, trains, and businesses, with protesters demanding justice. “This wasn’t an accident, it was murder,” said a demonstrator. A recent report blamed human error and outdated infrastructure, but many say systemic failures remain unaddressed.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky arrived in Washington to discuss a key minerals deal with US President Donald Trump. The agreement would grant the US access to Ukraine’s rare minerals, but Zelensky is pushing for security guarantees, which Trump insists should be handled by Europe. Their White House meeting includes a ceremony, working lunch, and media briefing. This comes after tensions between the leaders, with Trump previously calling Zelensky a "dictator" and Zelensky accusing Trump of being misinformed by Russia. Later, Zelensky will meet the Ukrainian community before heading to the UK for talks with PM Keir Starmer and EU leaders.

The US Department of Justice has released flight logs linked to Jeffrey Epstein. The logs include names like Donald Trump, Bill Clinton, Kevin Spacey, Naomi Campbell, and Prince Andrew. Other high-profile figures such as Mick Jagger and Harvey Weinstein were also listed. The documents also contain a contact list with many celebrities and politicians. A separate list of Epstein’s masseuses was released but kept censored. Epstein, accused of trafficking young girls, died by suicide in jail in 2019. His $634 million fortune was mostly given to victims through a compensation fund.