Trump to meet UK PM post EU trade progress; sets new deadline for Russia

Trump to meet UK PM post EU trade progress; sets new deadline for Russia

  • President Donald Trump expressed disappointment in Russian President Vladimir Putin and shortened the 50-day deadline given to Moscow to reach a ceasefire with Ukraine. The announcement was made during a meeting with UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer at a golf course in Scotland.

  • Trump and Starmer discussed Israel's conflict with Hamas, with Trump contradicting the Israeli prime minister's denial of a starvation crisis in Gaza. Trump pledged to open food centers in Gaza.

  • During his Scotland visit, Trump distanced himself from Jeffrey Epstein and highlighted the challenges of shedding associations with Epstein during international trips.

  • A trade deal framework between the US and EU was reached, described by Trump as "the biggest deal ever made," although it lacks specifics but offers relief to both economies.

  • Trump credited his involvement in brokering a ceasefire agreement between Cambodia and Thailand, instructing his team to restart trade negotiations with both nations.

  • Vice President JD Vance emphasized Trump's push for transparency in the Epstein case, criticizing past administrations for handling the matter lightly.

  • Trump announced plans to set up food centers in Gaza to address the starvation crisis, acknowledging Israel's role in limiting aid to the region.

  • Trump reduced the deadline for Putin to agree to a peace deal with Ukraine to 10-12 days, warning of secondary sanctions on countries doing business with Russia if the deadline is missed.

  • Trump addressed the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, expressing concern for the starving population and emphasizing the need for aid distribution.

  • Trump welcomed UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer at his golf course in Scotland, highlighting the strong US-UK relationship and discussing trade agreements.

  • The US and EU finalized a trade deal framework, with Trump imposing a 15% tariff on most EU imports, marking the end of negotiations with the EU.

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