US scraps minerals deal and mulls ending aid after acrimonious meeting
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This page is an archive of main headlines from the UK for 01.03.2025.
It displays 130 headlines from many sources chronologically, as they appeared throughout the day, accompanied by AI overviews that were written in real time.
01.03.2025 โข Day London Caught Zelensky's Fall
โจMorning coverage tracked the aftermath of Zelensky's confrontational meeting with Trump, as European leaders rallied to show support while Russia and Hungary backed Trump's position. By noon, Zelensky landed in Britain ahead of schedule, emphasizing that Trump's support remains "crucial" while seeking alternative backing.
NATO's chief warned Zelensky to restore relations with Trump, while reports emerged of nine specific words that triggered the Oval Office clash. The afternoon saw Starmer greeting Zelensky with a deliberate public embrace at Downing Street, pledging Britain's "full backing" and announcing ยฃ2.26bn in military aid.
By evening, politicians called for Trump's planned state visit to be contingent on Ukraine security assurances, marking a shift from the previous day's diplomatic breakthrough. The media narrative evolved from morning's crisis management to evening's positioning of Britain as Ukraine's new champion.
NATO's chief warned Zelensky to restore relations with Trump, while reports emerged of nine specific words that triggered the Oval Office clash. The afternoon saw Starmer greeting Zelensky with a deliberate public embrace at Downing Street, pledging Britain's "full backing" and announcing ยฃ2.26bn in military aid.
By evening, politicians called for Trump's planned state visit to be contingent on Ukraine security assurances, marking a shift from the previous day's diplomatic breakthrough. The media narrative evolved from morning's crisis management to evening's positioning of Britain as Ukraine's new champion.
01.03.2025
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US scraps minerals deal and mulls ending aid after acrimonious meeting
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The clash between the Ukrainian leader and President Trump puts a potential accord in jeopardy as Americans demand โmake a deal or weโre outโ
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TV | Josie Copson
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World | Jessica Kwong
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01:16โขOval Office Peace Talk Implosion
โจThe newspapers report on the aftermath of a fierce confrontation between Trump and Zelensky at the White House, where peace talks collapsed (Times, Independent, Daily Mail). European leaders rushed to back Zelensky (Guardian), while Starmer attempts to mediate between both presidents (Mirror). There are concerns that the US might halt arms shipments to Ukraine (Metro), though Zelensky indicates the relationship can be salvaged despite the "not good" exchange (BBC).
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ALL ZEL BREAKS OUT | World News
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BBC
Zelensky told to leave White House after angry spat with Trump and Vance
The Ukrainian leader was told to leave the White House after an angry exchange with the US president.
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TV | Josie Copson
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BBC
Zelensky says spat with Trump was 'not good' but relationship can be salvaged
The Ukrainian leader was told to leave the White House after an angry exchange with the US president.
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World | Jessica Kwong
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The Guardian
Ukraine โgambling with world war threeโ, Trump tells Zelenskyy in fiery meeting
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Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbรกn expressed support for President Donald Trump after Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky was kicked out of the White House over disrespectful comments he made, adding that Trump had โstood bravely for peace.โ
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The Guardian
European leaders rally behind Zelenskyy after stunning Trump clash
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World | Jessica Kwong
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09:00โขWorld Takes Sides After Oval Office Storm
โจThe newspapers report on the international reactions to yesterday's Trump-Zelensky confrontation. While European leaders rally behind Zelensky (Guardian), Hungary's Orbรกn supports Trump's stance (Breitbart). US Secretary of State Rubio points to pre-meeting events as the source of tension (Daily Mail, Mirror). Zelensky attempts to downplay the incident in media appearances, suggesting the relationship is salvageable (BBC, Independent).
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BBC
Europe rallies behind Zelensky after furious exchange with Trump in White House
The Ukrainian leader was told to leave the White House after an angry exchange with the US president.
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The Guardian
Zelenskyy admits Trump clash โnot goodโ as European leaders rally round Ukraine
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EUROPEAN Nato members said they would stand by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky last night after his public humiliation in the Oval Office.
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TO ZEL AND BACK | World News
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BBC
I want the US to stand more firmly on our side, says Zelensky after Trump showdown
The Ukrainian leader says support from President Trump is "crucial" and thanks the US for its backing so far.
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The Guardian
Zelenskyy says โcrucialโ for Ukraine to have Trumpโs support in lengthy statement following Oval Office argument
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UNITED FRONT | World News
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The Sun
UNITED FRONT | World News
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UK | Sarah Hooper
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UNITED FRONT | World News
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12:06โขZelensky Seeks London's Shield
โจThe newspapers report on Zelensky's arrival in the UK following his confrontation with Trump in the Oval Office. While emphasizing that Trump's support remains "crucial" for Ukraine's survival (BBC, Guardian, Independent), Zelensky will meet Labour leader Starmer today (Daily Mail, Metro, Sky News, Sun). European NATO members have pledged continued support following the Washington incident (Morning Star). In an unrelated development, there are reports of a ketamine crisis affecting UK users (Mirror).
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The Sun
UNITED FRONT | World News
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Ukrainian president will join other European leaders at meeting tomorrow
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The Guardian
Zelenskyy says โcrucialโ for Ukraine to have Trumpโs support in lengthy statement following argument
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DEATH RIDDLE | UK News
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Ukrainian leader Volodymyr Zelensky departed from the United States for Britain on Saturday, landing in London ahead of talks with European leaders earlier than expected after a dressing down in the Oval Office by President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance.
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Ukrainian president will join other European leaders at meeting tomorrow
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Ukrainian president will join other European leaders at meeting tomorrow
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UK | Sara Odeen-Isbister
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UK | Sarah Hooper
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14:44โขZelensky Flees To London's Arms
โจThe newspapers report on Zelensky's early departure to London following his confrontation with Trump and Vance in the Oval Office (Breitbart, Daily Mail). While emphasizing US support remains "crucial" (BBC, Guardian, Independent), Zelensky is scheduled to meet Labour leader Starmer (Metro, Times, Independent) for crisis talks. European leaders are reportedly rallying to show solidarity following the Washington incident (Morning Star).
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The best political magazine in the world celebrates a major milestone.
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Ukrainian president has been invited to No 10 this afternoon
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UNITED FRONT | World News
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BBC
Zelensky must find a way to restore relationship with Trump, Nato chief tells BBC
The Ukrainian president is due to meet Keir Starmer in Downing Street, after the showdown with his US counterpart.
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UK | Sarah Hooper
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BBC
Zelensky due at No 10 for talks with Starmer in wake of Trump showdown
The meeting comes as the BBC understands Ukraine's president will meet the King tomorrow.
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LONDON CALLING | Music
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The Guardian
Starmer welcomes Zelenskyy to Downing Street ahead of tomorrowโs defence summit with European leaders
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Breaking | Live
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BBC
Zelensky embraced by Starmer as he arrives for talks in wake of Trump showdown
The meeting comes as the BBC understands Ukraine's president will meet the King tomorrow.
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Ukrainian president is at No 10 this afternoon
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UK | Sarah Hooper
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Breaking | Live
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BBC
Starmer embraces Zelensky as he arrives for talks in wake of Trump showdown
The meeting comes as the BBC understands Ukraine's president will meet the King tomorrow.
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UK | Sarah Hooper
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17:56โขStarmer's Embrace After Trump's Storm
โจThe newspapers report on Zelensky's arrival at Downing Street, where Labour leader Starmer greeted him with a notably warm embrace (BBC, Daily Mail, Guardian, Independent, Mirror, Metro, Sky News). Following his confrontational meeting with Trump, Zelensky is scheduled to meet the King tomorrow and participate in a defence summit with European leaders (BBC, Guardian, Times). Starmer explicitly stated that Ukraine has "full support of UK" (Sky News).
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BBC
Starmer embraces Zelensky and says 'we stand with Ukraine' ahead of Downing Street talks
The meeting comes a day after Zelensky's meeting with Donald Trump was cut short following a heated press conference.
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A prominent Ukrainian lawmaker declared it was โabsolute idiocyโ for President Volodymyr Zelensky to openly argue with U.S. President Donald Trump in front of the world during their Oval Office meeting on Friday.
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LONDON CALLING | Music
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HuffPost UK
Starmer Tells Zelenskyy UK Will Back Ukraine 'For As Long As It Takes'
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The Guardian
โYou have full backing across the UKโ: Zelenskyy leaves Downing Street after meeting with Starmer
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Today, Zelenksyy shook hands with Starmer outside Downing Street arriving early for a crucial summit with European leaders tomorrow.
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BBC
Starmer tells Zelensky he has 'full backing' of UK as pair meet at No 10
The meeting comes a day after Zelensky's meeting with Donald Trump was cut short following a heated exchange in the Oval Office.
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LONDON CALLING | Music
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LONDON CALLING | Music
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BRAT AWARDS | Music
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BRAT AWARDS | Music
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20:18โขLondon Embraces Oval Office Exile
โจThe newspapers report on Zelensky's arrival at Downing Street, where Starmer pledged "full backing" for Ukraine (BBC, Guardian, HuffPost, Sky News). This follows yesterday's heated exchange with Trump that was criticized by Ukrainian lawmakers as "absolute idiocy" (Breitbart). King Charles extended a Sandringham invitation to show solidarity (Independent). Meanwhile, the BRIT Awards ceremony is underway in London (Mirror, Sun).
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LONDON CALLING | Music
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BRAT AWARDS | Music
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BBC
Starmer tells Zelensky he has 'full backing' of UK at No 10 meeting
The meeting comes a day after Zelensky's meeting with Donald Trump was cut short following a heated exchange in the Oval Office.
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LONDON CALLING | Music
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KYLE DOES THE DOUBLE | Football
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BBC
UK pledges ยฃ2.26bn to Ukraine as Zelensky says it will be used for weapons
The loan deal comes a day after Zelensky's meeting with Donald Trump was cut short following a heated exchange in the Oval Office.
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KYLE'S DOUBLE | Football
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The Guardian
UK gives royal welcome to Zelenskyy after White House meltdown
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UK | Brooke Davies
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A ยฃ2.26bn loan was signed during Zelensky's No 10 visit, which came ahead of a summit on ending the war in Ukraine.
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