Donald Trump slammed Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, calling his handling of the war with Russia a “terrible job” and accusing him of starting the conflict. In a press conference, Trump suggested Zelensky could have ended the war earlier, questioning his absence from peace talks in Saudi Arabia. Trump’s remarks followed a social media post in which he called Zelensky a “dictator without elections.” The U.S. continues to engage in peace negotiations, with Ukraine's exclusion from discussions raising tensions, though U.S. officials have assured Ukraine’s involvement in future decisions.

Elon Musk accused former US President Joe Biden of delaying the return of astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore for "political reasons." In a Fox News interview with Donald Trump, Musk claimed NASA postponed their return "to a ridiculous degree." Williams and Wilmore have been aboard the space station for 258 days, far longer than planned. However, both astronauts denied feeling "stranded" and acknowledged the mission was a test flight. NASA cited technical reasons for the delay, not politics. Williams is now scheduled to return on March 19.

Former US President Donald Trump criticized Elon Musk’s plan to build a Tesla factory in India, calling it “unfair” to the US. Speaking on The Sean Hannity Show, Trump argued that high Indian tariffs make it “impossible” to sell American cars there. India recently reduced EV import taxes to 15% for companies investing $500 million in local production. Tesla has identified sites for showrooms in Mumbai and New Delhi. Trump reiterated his stance on reciprocal tariffs, stating, “Whatever you charge, I’m charging.” Musk previously called India’s 100% import duty on EVs a major hurdle.

US President Donald Trump blamed Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky for the ongoing war, saying Kyiv should have made a deal before 2022. Speaking from Florida, Trump criticized Ukraine’s exclusion concerns in recent US-Russia talks, stating, “You should have ended it.” The meeting in Riyadh focused on peace efforts but did not include Ukraine. Trump hinted at a possible meeting with Putin, siding with Russia’s stance. Meanwhile, Secretary of State Marco Rubio denied Ukraine was sidelined, insisting Kyiv would be consulted. Russia reaffirmed its opposition to Ukraine joining NATO, calling it a security threat.

Ukraine’s Defence Ministry has claimed that its forces destroyed Russia’s advanced S-350 air defence system. A video released by Ukraine shows a drone strike hitting Russian military vehicles, followed by explosions and smoke. The footage was shared by the Black Forest Brigade, an elite Ukrainian unit. Russia has not responded to the claim. The S-350 system is a modern missile defence system designed to counter air threats. If confirmed, the loss would be a major setback for Russia. It could also raise concerns for India and China, which have purchased similar Russian defence systems.

Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky has said that US President Donald Trump is "living in a disinformation space" created by Russia. His statement highlights tensions between the two leaders. Trump recently claimed he was confident about a Ukraine peace deal after talks with Russia in Saudi Arabia. However, Ukraine was not invited. When asked about Ukrainians feeling "betrayed," Trump said Ukraine "could have made a deal" earlier. Russian President Vladimir Putin, meanwhile, stated that "nobody is excluding Ukraine" from the process. The war in Ukraine began three years ago when Russia launched a full-scale invasion after annexing Crimea in 2014.

Brazil's Prosecutor General has charged former President Jair Bolsonaro with leading a coup plot to overturn the government after his 2022 election defeat. The charges, filed on February 19, 2025, accuse Bolsonaro and 33 associates, including military officials, of forming a "criminal organization" aiming to disrupt democratic order and allegedly planning to poison President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva. Bolsonaro's lawyers deny these allegations, asserting he never intended to dismantle democratic institutions. The Supreme Court will now decide whether to proceed with the case, which could impact Bolsonaro's political future and eligibility for the 2026 presidential race. 

In a significant diplomatic development, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov convened in Riyadh to discuss ending the nearly three-year-long Ukraine conflict. The talks resulted in agreements to restore embassy staffing, establish a high-level team for peace negotiations, and explore economic cooperation. Notably, Ukrainian representatives were absent, leading President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to reject any outcomes from discussions lacking Ukraine's involvement. President Donald Trump suggested that Ukraine could have prevented the war through earlier negotiations. Further meetings between U.S. and Russian leaders are anticipated

Kash Patel, President Donald Trump's nominee for FBI Director, has moved closer to confirmation following a 48-45 procedural vote in the U.S. Senate. The vote initiates up to 30 hours of debate before a final decision, expected later this week. If confirmed, Patel would become the first Indian American and the youngest individual to lead the FBI. A former prosecutor and national security aide during Trump's first term, Patel has pledged to address perceived political bias within the FBI and refocus on law enforcement priorities. However, his nomination has faced opposition from Democrats, citing concerns over his impartiality and past controversies. Despite this, Republican support suggests a likely confirmation for Patel's 10-year term.   

In a recent press briefing, President Donald Trump stated that Russia aims to halt the "barbarianism" in the ongoing Ukraine war, as the U.S. and Russia engage in negotiations to resolve the three-year conflict. Talks commenced in Riyadh, with U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov agreeing to establish high-level teams to expedite peace efforts. Notably, Ukraine was excluded from these discussions, leading President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to reject any outcomes from talks lacking Ukrainian representation. Trump criticized Ukraine for initiating the war, suggesting a deal could have been reached earlier.