Tonight, a tenuous ceasefire is holding in the southern city of Sueda. Our partners at Sky News made their way inside the city yesterday. [Applause] Well, it's absolute mayhem right now.They were basically ambushed. We waited for them to move forward and then as soon as large numbers of them were there, they got hit. There's more coming in.In the last week, rights groups say hundreds of people have been killed in the Drew's majority city. It's the biggest challenge yet to the new Islamist government in Dama ...

Donald Trump said 5 jets may have been downed in the India-Pakistan conflict and US trade pressure helped broker a ceasefire, a claim New Delhi has repeatedly denied. His remarks could spell political trouble for PM Modi as Parliament reconvenes on Monday https://t.co/zWvtZfLD5L ...

International Relations & Geopolitics - President Trump sets a 50-day deadline for Russia to agree to a ceasefire in Ukraine or face steep sanctions on trading partners, potentially isolating the Russian economy [2][6] - The US plans to rearm Ukraine with billions of dollars worth of weapons, including Patriot air defense systems, through NATO allies [5] - President Trump endorses a bipartisan Russian sanctions bill, signaling a shift in posture towards Russia [7] US Domestic Policy & Legal Matters - The Supreme Court allows mass layoffs at the Department of Education to move forward, blocking a lower court order [8] - Democratic state attorneys general are suing the Trump administration for withholding $6 billion of funding from the Department of Education [17] - Mike Waltz faces a Senate confirmation hearing for UN ambassador, facing questions about "Signal Gate" controversy [23][25] Natural Disasters & Emergency Response - A fire at an assisted living facility in Massachusetts resulted in at least nine deaths and dozens of injuries, raising concerns about facility conditions and staffing [38][39] - Two wildfires at the Grand Canyon, caused by lightning strikes, remain 0% contained, destroying structures and forcing evacuations [45][46] - Intense rain caused flash flooding in New York City, disrupting transportation, while parts of Texas face continued flood threats [57][58] Weather Forecast & Potential Hazards - The Northeast experienced significant rainfall, with over 2 inches in one hour in New York City [59] - A cold front moving across the upper Midwest poses a threat of hail, strong winds, isolated tornadoes, and flash flooding [61] - A low-pressure system off the coast of Florida may develop into an organized system, bringing heavy rain and potential flash flooding to parts of Florida, Alabama, and Louisiana, with hourly rainfall rates of 2 to 3 inches possible [64][67]

President Trump said Monday the US will send more weapons to Ukraine and threatened 100% “secondary tariffs” unless Russia agrees to a ceasefire in 50 days https://t.co/ymKIchFP4x https://t.co/vOH6KrXXlS ...

Let's get the top lines and takeaways on the announcement about Ukraine and this weapons deal with NATO. Our panel's back with us. Van Hillyard, Robbie Agaral, and Ambassador Bill Taylor.As the president continues this Oval Office meeting with the NATO secretary general, he officially announced this weapons deal with NATO. Van, the US planning to sell billions of dollars of military equipment to NATO to be used in Ukraine. President Trump also setting a new 50-day deadline for Russia to agree to some kind o ...

Geopolitical Situation & Conflict Dynamics - The conflict between Russia and Ukraine is described as a "war that should have never started" and a "real mess" [1][2] - The report mentions potential for a peace agreement within 50 days, with secondary tariffs as a possible measure [3] - Russia is reportedly suffering significant military losses, with claims of 100,000 Russian soldiers dead since January [25] - The infrastructure in Ukraine is being heavily damaged, with cities being "wiped out" and requiring years to rebuild [7] Military Aid & Equipment - The United States is providing billions of dollars worth of military equipment to NATO, which will be quickly distributed to Ukraine [4] - The equipment includes "the best planes and missiles" and new, advanced technology [5] - Patriot missiles and batteries are being supplied to Ukraine, with some arriving "very soon" via swaps with other countries [25][26] - One country is preparing to ship a significant portion of its 17 Patriot systems to the "war site" [27] NATO & International Relations - NATO members have increased their commitment to military spending, moving from 2% to 5% [9][10] - The speaker claims to have fostered friendly relations with NATO leaders during recent meetings [10] - The speaker hopes that increased NATO commitment will impact both Vladimir Putin and Ukraine [11] Tariffs & Sanctions - Secondary tariffs are being considered as a measure, with potential for 100% tariffs [3][18] - Republicans in the House and Senate are working on legislation that includes tariffs, potentially at a 500% level [16][17] - The speaker suggests that a 100% tariff could serve the same function as a 500% tariff [20]

We are getting some breaking news out of Washington. For that, we'll get back to Megan Cassellum. Hi again, Megan.Hey guys, a little bit more tariff news this time with regards to Russia. President Trump is in the Oval Office right now with NATO Secretary General Mark Ruta. And he says one of the reasons Rout is here today is to express their disappointment with Russia.And the president saying he will be imposing secondary tariffs on Russia of up to 100% 50 days from today, beginning September 1st, unless R ...

President Donald Trump said the US will send more weapons to Ukraine, signaling his growing impatience as Russia ignores his demands for a ceasefire https://t.co/BFJ20n6ZYJ ...

the Middle East now where the push toward a potential ceasefire now seems to be stalled. Matt Bradley is joining us from Jerusalem tonight. And Matt, we are getting reports of escalating violence in Gaza.Right. That's right, Hie. Good evening.Yet another fresh tragedy in the Gaza Strip. An Israeli drone strike killed at least 10 people, most of them children, as they waited in line for water at the Nerat refugee camp. Now, in a rare acknowledgement, the Israeli military said the strike was a mistake, that i ...

Geopolitical Strategy & International Relations - The discussion highlights the need for a clear strategy to support Ukraine in its conflict with Russia, emphasizing that current foreign policy appears transactional without a consistent strategic vision [1] - Congress is considering the Graham Blumenthal bill, which has significant bipartisan support (over 80 senators) and aims to impose secondary sanctions on countries trading fuel and energy with Russia, potentially impacting Russia's economy [3][4] - The effectiveness of current sanctions and weapons supply in deterring Putin is questioned, as intensified strikes on civilian targets in Ukraine are observed [4][5] - The analysis suggests that Putin may not believe the current administration will be tough on Russia, but the passage of the Graham Blumenthal bill and a substantial aid package to Ukraine could change his perception [6] - The potential for a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas is discussed, but it's viewed as a short-term solution rather than a long-term strategy for resolving broader issues [13] US Foreign Policy & Influence - Criticism is leveled at both the Biden and Trump administrations regarding the flow of weapons to Ukraine, particularly concerning disruptions to the supply of critical assets like patriots [2] - The impact of Trump's potential statements on the situation is considered, with the suggestion that his support for the Graham Blumenthal bill and increased aid to Ukraine could deter Putin [8] - Concerns are raised about the signal the US is sending to Putin, particularly in light of past actions and agreements [5] - The discussion touches on the possibility of a settlement in Ukraine on Ukraine's terms, emphasizing the importance of not giving up and the potential implications for NATO [9][10] Nuclear Proliferation & Regional Conflicts - The analysis suggests that Iran is unlikely to give up its nuclear ambitions, especially after observing the situation in Ukraine, which relinquished its nuclear weapons in 1994 [15] - The possibility of further Israeli strikes against Iran's nuclear facilities is raised, although it's considered less likely in the immediate future [16]