March 2, 2025
US
•02.03.2025
•Sunday
•177 days ago
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European leaders moved swiftly to fill the vacuum left by the Trump-Zelenskyy confrontation, with the UK and France crafting a new ceasefire proposal. Zelenskyy received a warm welcome in London, securing billions in air defense commitments, while European leaders discussed forming a "coalition of the willing" to support Ukraine without US backing.
The Treasury confirmed no economic deals would be considered after Zelenskyy "chose to blow that up," while Trump allies called for Zelenskyy's resignation. Defense Secretary Hegseth ordered the halt of offensive cyber operations against Russia, as the Kremlin noted Washington now "largely aligns" with Moscow's vision.
Social Security announced 7,000 job cuts, continuing the DOGE-driven federal workforce reduction. A nuclear weapons agency reported disruptions from Musk's latest worker-performance directives, while federal courts continued reversing Trump's agency dismissals.
The Treasury confirmed no economic deals would be considered after Zelenskyy "chose to blow that up," while Trump allies called for Zelenskyy's resignation. Defense Secretary Hegseth ordered the halt of offensive cyber operations against Russia, as the Kremlin noted Washington now "largely aligns" with Moscow's vision.
Social Security announced 7,000 job cuts, continuing the DOGE-driven federal workforce reduction. A nuclear weapons agency reported disruptions from Musk's latest worker-performance directives, while federal courts continued reversing Trump's agency dismissals.
Israel
•02.03.2025
•Sunday
•177 days ago
•⌨
Israel's acceptance of Witkoff's Ramadan-Passover framework and Hamas's immediate rejection led Netanyahu to halt humanitarian aid to Gaza, coordinating with the US administration. The Egyptian response emerged by afternoon - a modified proposal for releasing three living hostages and three deceased during a two-week extension.
Emily Damari's testimony about medical treatment in captivity dominated midday coverage, revealing systematic neglect including use of expired medications. A Beer Sheva resident was charged with attempting to spy for Iran by impersonating a nuclear facility worker.
Evening coverage focused on newly declassified details about October 7 intelligence failures, including revelations about unread emails and disappeared Hamas commanders. The Attorney General blocked the Levin-Saar judicial selection committee proposal, while residents began returning to Shlomi after 17 months of evacuation.
Emily Damari's testimony about medical treatment in captivity dominated midday coverage, revealing systematic neglect including use of expired medications. A Beer Sheva resident was charged with attempting to spy for Iran by impersonating a nuclear facility worker.
Evening coverage focused on newly declassified details about October 7 intelligence failures, including revelations about unread emails and disappeared Hamas commanders. The Attorney General blocked the Levin-Saar judicial selection committee proposal, while residents began returning to Shlomi after 17 months of evacuation.
Germany
•02.03.2025
•Sunday
•177 days ago
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Following the Trump-Zelenskyy rift, European leaders gathered in London to draft independent support mechanisms for Ukraine. By morning, British and French initiatives for a ceasefire plan emerged, while Germany negotiated increased military funding through new "special assets" programs. The London summit produced a "coalition of the willing" framework, with Macron and Starmer proposing a month-long ceasefire.
Hamburg's state election dominated afternoon coverage, with SPD maintaining leadership despite losses while CDU surpassed Greens for second place. The election results strengthened SPD-CDU coalition negotiations at the federal level.
By evening, details emerged of European proposals for maritime and air-space ceasefires, marking the first concrete Western peace initiative without US involvement. Simultaneously, German media examined Blackrock and JP Morgan's positioning for post-war Ukrainian reconstruction contracts.
Hamburg's state election dominated afternoon coverage, with SPD maintaining leadership despite losses while CDU surpassed Greens for second place. The election results strengthened SPD-CDU coalition negotiations at the federal level.
By evening, details emerged of European proposals for maritime and air-space ceasefires, marking the first concrete Western peace initiative without US involvement. Simultaneously, German media examined Blackrock and JP Morgan's positioning for post-war Ukrainian reconstruction contracts.
France
•02.03.2025
•Sunday
•177 days ago
•⌨
The French press chronicled Europe's rapid institutional response to the Trump-Zelensky clash. Morning coverage focused on British PM Starmer and President Macron's joint initiative for a Ukraine peace plan. By mid-morning, Moscow openly welcomed the US policy shift, while European leaders gathered in London.
The afternoon brought Von der Leyen's call for urgent European rearmament, followed by Macron and Starmer unveiling a proposed month-long truce covering air, sea, and energy infrastructure. The initiative aims to engage Trump while maintaining European strategic autonomy.
Evening coverage revealed deeper policy shifts: discussions about sharing French nuclear deterrence, increased defense spending commitments from multiple EU states, and British-French military cooperation frameworks. The media's tone shifted from initial shock to institutional mobilization, marking Europe's most coordinated defense initiative since 1954.
The afternoon brought Von der Leyen's call for urgent European rearmament, followed by Macron and Starmer unveiling a proposed month-long truce covering air, sea, and energy infrastructure. The initiative aims to engage Trump while maintaining European strategic autonomy.
Evening coverage revealed deeper policy shifts: discussions about sharing French nuclear deterrence, increased defense spending commitments from multiple EU states, and British-French military cooperation frameworks. The media's tone shifted from initial shock to institutional mobilization, marking Europe's most coordinated defense initiative since 1954.
Lebanon
•02.03.2025
•Sunday
•177 days ago
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Morning reports focused on Hamas's rejection of extending the first phase of the Gaza agreement, while Israel halted aid shipments. The Israeli military chief's statement about Hezbollah's theoretical ability to reach Haifa generated significant coverage.
By midday, a gas tanker explosion in Akkar killed a mother and her three children, dominating local coverage. This occurred as Patriarch Al-Rahi called on President Aoun and Prime Minister Salam to build trust among Lebanese citizens.
Walid Jumblatt's warnings about Israeli attempts to exploit Druze communities for regional fragmentation emerged as a significant political development. Israeli forces fired towards civilians in Kfarkela, while gold prices continued breaking records. President Aoun's preparation for his Saudi visit proceeded against the backdrop of economic recovery discussions.
By midday, a gas tanker explosion in Akkar killed a mother and her three children, dominating local coverage. This occurred as Patriarch Al-Rahi called on President Aoun and Prime Minister Salam to build trust among Lebanese citizens.
Walid Jumblatt's warnings about Israeli attempts to exploit Druze communities for regional fragmentation emerged as a significant political development. Israeli forces fired towards civilians in Kfarkela, while gold prices continued breaking records. President Aoun's preparation for his Saudi visit proceeded against the backdrop of economic recovery discussions.
Ukraine
•02.03.2025
•Sunday
•177 days ago
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The morning media focused on Starmer's failed attempt to mediate the Trump-Zelensky conflict from previous days. Reports emerged of Trump's Nobel Peace Prize ambitions as underlying motivation for the confrontation. Russian forces launched 80 drones overnight affecting four regions.
By afternoon, Zelensky arrived at Starmer's emergency European security summit in London, joined by Macron and Meloni. The summit produced concrete results: Britain announced a £1.6B package for 5,000 air defense missiles and expressed readiness to support a "coalition of the willing" with boots on ground.
Evening coverage revealed Franco-British proposal for a month-long ceasefire "in air, sea and energy sectors." The summit positioned NATO-like security guarantees as central to any peace process, while sanctions against Russia would remain until sustainable peace achievement.
By afternoon, Zelensky arrived at Starmer's emergency European security summit in London, joined by Macron and Meloni. The summit produced concrete results: Britain announced a £1.6B package for 5,000 air defense missiles and expressed readiness to support a "coalition of the willing" with boots on ground.
Evening coverage revealed Franco-British proposal for a month-long ceasefire "in air, sea and energy sectors." The summit positioned NATO-like security guarantees as central to any peace process, while sanctions against Russia would remain until sustainable peace achievement.
Palestine
•02.03.2025
•Sunday
•177 days ago
•⌨
Netanyahu announced the closure of Gaza crossings and halt of humanitarian aid as phase one of the ceasefire ended, marking a shift from previous negotiations. The move followed reports of his earlier rejection of a Saudi peace proposal in favor of Qatari funding to prevent Palestinian statehood.
Four Palestinians were killed in Gaza during morning strikes, while Egypt proposed extending phase one for two weeks with two prisoner exchange batches. By afternoon, the Red Cross warned of humanitarian collapse as Israel approved mobilizing 400,000 reserve soldiers.
Evening brought 75,000 worshippers to Al-Aqsa for Ramadan prayers despite restrictions. Hamas rejected phase one extension without progression to phase two, while Israeli officials discussed additional pressure measures, including water and electricity cuts. Only 15 of 60,000 required mobile homes had entered Gaza during the pause.
Four Palestinians were killed in Gaza during morning strikes, while Egypt proposed extending phase one for two weeks with two prisoner exchange batches. By afternoon, the Red Cross warned of humanitarian collapse as Israel approved mobilizing 400,000 reserve soldiers.
Evening brought 75,000 worshippers to Al-Aqsa for Ramadan prayers despite restrictions. Hamas rejected phase one extension without progression to phase two, while Israeli officials discussed additional pressure measures, including water and electricity cuts. Only 15 of 60,000 required mobile homes had entered Gaza during the pause.
UK
•02.03.2025
•Sunday
•177 days ago
•⌨
Following the Trump-Zelensky confrontation, European leaders gathered in London for a summit that marked a shift in Western defense dynamics. Starmer, while maintaining trust in Trump, announced a £1.6bn missile package for Ukraine and positioned Britain and France as architects of a new peace plan.
The morning saw European leaders arriving as Russia praised Trump's "common sense." By afternoon, EU Commission President von der Leyen called for urgent European rearmament, while Starmer described the moment as "once in a generation" for European security.
Evening developments revealed Zelensky's readiness to sign a US minerals deal, attempting to salvage relations after the White House clash. In a BBC interview, he offered potential personal concessions in exchange for NATO membership. The summit concluded with Poland's Tusk declaring the West would not surrender to Putin's blackmail, while Meloni emphasized Western unity.
The morning saw European leaders arriving as Russia praised Trump's "common sense." By afternoon, EU Commission President von der Leyen called for urgent European rearmament, while Starmer described the moment as "once in a generation" for European security.
Evening developments revealed Zelensky's readiness to sign a US minerals deal, attempting to salvage relations after the White House clash. In a BBC interview, he offered potential personal concessions in exchange for NATO membership. The summit concluded with Poland's Tusk declaring the West would not surrender to Putin's blackmail, while Meloni emphasized Western unity.
Iran
•02.03.2025
•Sunday
•177 days ago
•⌨
Morning coverage focused on Economy Minister Hemmati's impeachment proceedings, with President Pezeshkian defending him by citing wartime conditions and frozen Iranian funds in neighboring countries. By midday, parliament voted 182-89 to dismiss Hemmati, marking the first ministerial removal in Pezeshkian's cabinet after 193 days. Rahmatolah Akrami was appointed acting minister.
The Supreme Leader's Ramadan Quranic gathering dominated afternoon coverage, with state media emphasizing his statements about confronting "global powers." By evening, reports emerged of Strategic Deputy Zarif's resignation, suggesting deeper instability within Pezeshkian's administration.
International coverage focused on European leaders' London conference supporting Ukraine, with Von der Leyen announcing a $2 billion air defense agreement - continuing the narrative from previous days' Trump-Zelenskyy confrontation and suggesting further isolation of Iran's position regarding Russia.
The Supreme Leader's Ramadan Quranic gathering dominated afternoon coverage, with state media emphasizing his statements about confronting "global powers." By evening, reports emerged of Strategic Deputy Zarif's resignation, suggesting deeper instability within Pezeshkian's administration.
International coverage focused on European leaders' London conference supporting Ukraine, with Von der Leyen announcing a $2 billion air defense agreement - continuing the narrative from previous days' Trump-Zelenskyy confrontation and suggesting further isolation of Iran's position regarding Russia.
Russia
•02.03.2025
•Sunday
•177 days ago
•⌨
The morning coverage centered on Trump administration's demand for public apologies from Zelensky, with Bloomberg and multiple Russian outlets reporting US aid suspension would continue until compliance. Russian military claimed strikes on Ukrainian gas processing facilities and command posts, while Bastrykin announced statistics of Ukrainian attacks on Russian regions since 2022.
By afternoon, State Department explicitly accused Zelensky of hindering conflict resolution. A shooting incident at Mytishchi's Krasny Kit mall briefly diverted attention. British and French leaders presented a new peace initiative, while Macron backed away from previous statements about direct Putin dialogue.
Evening reports focused on NATO Secretary General's unprecedented call to prepare for ceasefire, while former NATO commander warned of alliance collapse risk. UK announced $2B weapons package, as Russian media highlighted growing divisions between European leaders regarding Ukraine support approaches.
By afternoon, State Department explicitly accused Zelensky of hindering conflict resolution. A shooting incident at Mytishchi's Krasny Kit mall briefly diverted attention. British and French leaders presented a new peace initiative, while Macron backed away from previous statements about direct Putin dialogue.
Evening reports focused on NATO Secretary General's unprecedented call to prepare for ceasefire, while former NATO commander warned of alliance collapse risk. UK announced $2B weapons package, as Russian media highlighted growing divisions between European leaders regarding Ukraine support approaches.
Italy
•02.03.2025
•Sunday
•177 days ago
•⌨
The London summit revealed three competing Western approaches to Ukraine peace. Morning coverage focused on Meloni's bilateral meeting with Starmer, emphasizing Western unity while expressing skepticism about European troop deployment. By noon, Starmer and Macron unveiled their month-long truce proposal, marking Britain and France's bid for diplomatic leadership.
Von der Leyen's call for urgent European rearmament contrasted with the Anglo-French peace initiative, while the US position, transmitted through diplomatic channels, insisted on American centrality in any peace process. Meloni positioned Italy between these approaches, advocating NATO framework primacy while maintaining dialogue with Trump.
Evening coverage revealed Baltic states' anger at their exclusion from the London talks, while Zelensky's meeting with King Charles III highlighted British diplomatic efforts. The Franco-British proposal gained only Canadian explicit support, indicating limited initial traction.
Von der Leyen's call for urgent European rearmament contrasted with the Anglo-French peace initiative, while the US position, transmitted through diplomatic channels, insisted on American centrality in any peace process. Meloni positioned Italy between these approaches, advocating NATO framework primacy while maintaining dialogue with Trump.
Evening coverage revealed Baltic states' anger at their exclusion from the London talks, while Zelensky's meeting with King Charles III highlighted British diplomatic efforts. The Franco-British proposal gained only Canadian explicit support, indicating limited initial traction.
Japan
•02.03.2025
•Sunday
•177 days ago
•⌨
The Trump-Zelenskyy meeting fallout dominated morning coverage, with reports revealing nearly all U.S. advisers recommended ending negotiations. Western nations rallied behind Ukraine as NATO leadership urged diplomatic repair efforts. By midday, U.S. media suggested potential military aid suspension.
The Ofunato forest fire expanded to 1,800 hectares, continuing its fifth day of destruction, while media coverage explored evacuation communication strategies for children. Japan's MSDF destroyer transit through the Taiwan Strait in February emerged as significant amid regional military modernization, with Asian navies increasingly adopting drone warfare.
A Nikkei poll revealed shifting attitudes toward digital misinformation, with 57% now holding social media companies responsible. Tokyo weather forecasts predicted a 20°C temperature drop, marking a return to winter conditions after the unusual warmth that contributed to the forest fires.
The Ofunato forest fire expanded to 1,800 hectares, continuing its fifth day of destruction, while media coverage explored evacuation communication strategies for children. Japan's MSDF destroyer transit through the Taiwan Strait in February emerged as significant amid regional military modernization, with Asian navies increasingly adopting drone warfare.
A Nikkei poll revealed shifting attitudes toward digital misinformation, with 57% now holding social media companies responsible. Tokyo weather forecasts predicted a 20°C temperature drop, marking a return to winter conditions after the unusual warmth that contributed to the forest fires.
Netherlands
•02.03.2025
•Sunday
•177 days ago
•⌨
Morning reports documented Israel's halt of humanitarian aid to Gaza despite earlier ceasefire extension agreements. Focus shifted as European leaders gathered in London to address the diplomatic fallout from Zelensky's contentious White House visit.
By afternoon, UK and France announced collaboration with Ukraine on a new peace proposal, while EU Commission President Von der Leyen called for European rearmament. The meeting produced concrete measures: formation of a "coalition of willing nations" to maintain peace in Ukraine, significant defense spending increases, and Netherlands joining UK-France leadership in peace negotiations.
Evening coverage revealed European attempts to maintain diplomatic channels with Trump while building independent security capabilities. Media noted PVV's defensive positioning following Trump-Zelensky confrontation, indicating domestic political realignment on Ukraine policy.
By afternoon, UK and France announced collaboration with Ukraine on a new peace proposal, while EU Commission President Von der Leyen called for European rearmament. The meeting produced concrete measures: formation of a "coalition of willing nations" to maintain peace in Ukraine, significant defense spending increases, and Netherlands joining UK-France leadership in peace negotiations.
Evening coverage revealed European attempts to maintain diplomatic channels with Trump while building independent security capabilities. Media noted PVV's defensive positioning following Trump-Zelensky confrontation, indicating domestic political realignment on Ukraine policy.
India
•02.03.2025
•Sunday
•177 days ago
•⌨
The Chamoli avalanche rescue operation reached its conclusion with 46 workers saved and 8 casualties, marking the end of a three-day crisis that began near Badrinath. The operation's completion coincided with IMF warnings about market volatility affecting India's middle class.
By afternoon, attention shifted to the Champions Trophy match in Dubai, where India's batting struggled before Shreyas Iyer's 79 set a 250-run target. Varun Chakravarthy's five-wicket haul secured India's 44-run victory over New Zealand, setting up a semifinal clash with Australia.
The Mumbai court's order for FIR registration against former SEBI chief Madhabi Puri Buch generated institutional tension, with SEBI announcing it would challenge the decision. This development adds complexity to ongoing market regulation debates amid economic uncertainties.
By afternoon, attention shifted to the Champions Trophy match in Dubai, where India's batting struggled before Shreyas Iyer's 79 set a 250-run target. Varun Chakravarthy's five-wicket haul secured India's 44-run victory over New Zealand, setting up a semifinal clash with Australia.
The Mumbai court's order for FIR registration against former SEBI chief Madhabi Puri Buch generated institutional tension, with SEBI announcing it would challenge the decision. This development adds complexity to ongoing market regulation debates amid economic uncertainties.
Poland
•02.03.2025
•Sunday
•177 days ago
•⌨
The morning began with echoes of the Trump-Zelenskyy confrontation, as Republican senators distanced themselves from Trump's stance. By noon, two parallel political events shaped the narrative: Karol Nawrocki's campaign launch presented his "Plan 21" as a referendum against Tusk's government, while European leaders gathered in London for a Ukraine-focused security summit.
The London summit produced declarations of European military independence, with Tusk emphasizing continental awakening. However, US Treasury officials confirmed the mineral rights agreement was "off the table," marking a significant setback in US-Ukraine negotiations that began on February 19.
Evening coverage revealed potential US troop withdrawals from Europe, while Zelenskyy, showing a shift in tone from Thursday's confrontation, expressed willingness to rebuild relations with Trump. Conservative media emphasized Nawrocki's campaign as a counterweight to perceived European strategic autonomy.
The London summit produced declarations of European military independence, with Tusk emphasizing continental awakening. However, US Treasury officials confirmed the mineral rights agreement was "off the table," marking a significant setback in US-Ukraine negotiations that began on February 19.
Evening coverage revealed potential US troop withdrawals from Europe, while Zelenskyy, showing a shift in tone from Thursday's confrontation, expressed willingness to rebuild relations with Trump. Conservative media emphasized Nawrocki's campaign as a counterweight to perceived European strategic autonomy.
Spain
•02.03.2025
•Sunday
•177 days ago
•⌨
Following the Trump-Zelensky fallout, European powers moved to fill the strategic vacuum. British and French leadership emerged in the morning with proposals for a joint peace initiative. By afternoon, Starmer and Macron presented their plan to European leaders, acknowledging some nations' reluctance to participate.
Von der Leyen called for increased defense spending and military preparedness. The coalition solidified in the evening, with concrete military aid proposals including 5,000 missiles for Ukraine. King Felipe VI aligned Spain with the initiative during the Mobile World Congress dinner.
In domestic developments, Barcelona's technology conference expanded beyond city limits. The DANA investigation revealed new details about Chinese victims, while Catalonia faced a tragic carnival night with eight road fatalities.
Von der Leyen called for increased defense spending and military preparedness. The coalition solidified in the evening, with concrete military aid proposals including 5,000 missiles for Ukraine. King Felipe VI aligned Spain with the initiative during the Mobile World Congress dinner.
In domestic developments, Barcelona's technology conference expanded beyond city limits. The DANA investigation revealed new details about Chinese victims, while Catalonia faced a tragic carnival night with eight road fatalities.
Turkey
•02.03.2025
•Sunday
•177 days ago
•⌨
The morning began with municipalities announcing free Ramadan meals, while media continued coverage of PKK's ceasefire response to Öcalan's call. By afternoon, MHP leader Bahçeli made an unexpected phone call to imprisoned Selahattin Demirtaş, signaling potential shifts in Turkish politics.
Former Zorlu CEO Cem Köksal was released under judicial control following his Ramadan controversy, while social media influencers Dilan and Engin Polat were briefly detained on drug charges. Foreign Minister Fidan attended Ukraine talks in London, expressing concerns about Trump's recent statements.
The evening brought news of folk artist Edip Akbayram's death, while Çayırhan miners locked themselves underground to protest privatization. Media coverage showed careful positioning around the peace process, with state outlets emphasizing "iron fist" readiness while allowing space for dialogue.
Former Zorlu CEO Cem Köksal was released under judicial control following his Ramadan controversy, while social media influencers Dilan and Engin Polat were briefly detained on drug charges. Foreign Minister Fidan attended Ukraine talks in London, expressing concerns about Trump's recent statements.
The evening brought news of folk artist Edip Akbayram's death, while Çayırhan miners locked themselves underground to protest privatization. Media coverage showed careful positioning around the peace process, with state outlets emphasizing "iron fist" readiness while allowing space for dialogue.
China
•02.03.2025
•Sunday
•177 days ago
•⌨
State media launched coordinated messaging about Xi's self-reliance directive, continuing previous days' economic security narrative. Morning coverage revealed DeepSeek's emergence as China's computing infrastructure competitor, while Xi met with Russian Federation Security Council secretary.
By mid-morning, outlets simultaneously published Xi's "I've always supported private enterprises" statement, connecting to previous week's enterprise protection narrative. This coincided with reports of wealth concentration among China's elite and decreased overseas property investment.
Afternoon coverage shifted to diplomatic developments, as Britain, France, and Ukraine prepared to present a ceasefire plan to the US. Military capabilities received attention through reports of Type 055 destroyers conducting separate training exercises. Evening coverage emphasized US-China AI cooperation necessity, while maintaining focus on Xi's economic doctrine through synchronized repetition across state outlets.
By mid-morning, outlets simultaneously published Xi's "I've always supported private enterprises" statement, connecting to previous week's enterprise protection narrative. This coincided with reports of wealth concentration among China's elite and decreased overseas property investment.
Afternoon coverage shifted to diplomatic developments, as Britain, France, and Ukraine prepared to present a ceasefire plan to the US. Military capabilities received attention through reports of Type 055 destroyers conducting separate training exercises. Evening coverage emphasized US-China AI cooperation necessity, while maintaining focus on Xi's economic doctrine through synchronized repetition across state outlets.
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