Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has traveled to France for discussions with President Emmanuel Macron, focusing on the collaboration between their nations and their mutual support for Ukraine. During a press event, Carney highlighted Canada's strong ties to Europe, expressing hope for enthusiastic cooperation between the two regions. Macron referred to both countries as advocates for peace and committed to defending Ukraine against further Russian threats.
Meanwhile, protests have erupted demanding the release of activist Mahmoud Khalil, who faces deportation. In other news, Quentin Sommerville has gained insight into a cartel's activities as the United States deals with a significant opioid crisis.
In trade matters, former US President Donald Trump criticized a substantial trade deficit with Ireland and accused the European Union of unfair treatment towards the US. Moscow's relationship with Trump's administration is also under scrutiny by analysts.
A video mocking a proposal regarding the Gaza Strip was shared by Trump on social media. The BBC's analysis editor examines Trump's past interactions with Ukraine and their implications for recent developments. The US has withdrawn military aid from Ukraine, raising questions about the impact of this decision.
Ukrainian President Zelensky, after a European summit in London, commented on a tense encounter at the White House. The US president claimed Zelensky preferred continued conflict with Russia over an immediate ceasefire, leading to accusations of disrespect during their Oval Office meeting.
In other developments, a private flight from Romania to Florida involved two individuals, while the US president plans to meet UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer, possibly inspired by Macron's example. The BBC's Ros Atkins delves into the US-Ukraine mineral agreement, exploring known and unknown aspects.
The US and Ukrainian leaders met at the White House on the anniversary of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, marking their first direct meeting since the US president's return. Their encounter included unexpectedly warm exchanges.
Furthermore, Argentina's president presented Elon Musk with a chainsaw, symbolizing efforts to reduce bureaucracy. Tensions arose as the US and Ukrainian presidents disagreed following Trump's initiation of talks with Russia, excluding Ukraine. Peace negotiations between the US and Russia concerning the Ukraine conflict have proceeded without Ukraine's involvement.