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⚡️70% of Americans say Ukraine is not to blame for war with Russia, poll shows. Seventy percent of adults surveyed disagreed with the statement "Ukraine is more to blame for starting the war," according to an Ipsos poll published by Reuters on March 5. Seven percent agreed.

❗️The future of Europe is not going to be decided by Russia or by Washington - President Macron in his address. He emphasized that Europe needs to be able to defend itself and increase military spending, re-industrialize Europe and transform according to the new global context.

❗️”Trump attacks our allies and pleases Putin,” – Democratic Senator Elissa Slotkin after the U.S. President’s speech in Congress.

"Man from Moscow - Putin and Trump, the alliance of predators." Trump on the cover of the French magazine Le Point with this headline.

This is a bigger issue than people realize. Not just jobs lost. But their families losing benefits. Landlords losing tenants. Cities and towns losing revenue. This is how recessions start Ready Fire Aim is no way to govern.

If you worked for 18F and got fired, Group together to start a consulting company. It’s just a matter of time before DOGE needs you to fix the mess they inevitably create. They will have to hire your company as a contractor to fix it. But on your terms. I’m happy to invest and/or help

Soviet Russia and Germans made an agreement on Poland as a prelude to WW2. Now the USA is replacing German spot.

🇬🇧 Starmer: There can be no peace that rewards the aggressor. "We must win the peace. History must be on the side of the victim, not the aggressor. The stakes are extremely high, and we are ready to work together for a truly just agreement." the UK Prime Minister said.

🇺🇦 The Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine approved the resolution on democracy today (#13041) after a second attempt. It supports President Zelensky and future elections once the war ends. With 268 votes in favor, it emphasizes that Putin's aggression prevents free, transparent elections in Ukraine.

For the US to side with Russia and North Korea to oppose a UN resolution condemning the illegal invasion of Ukraine defies all common sense and adds insult to the countless injuries suffered by the brave Ukrainian people. edition.cnn.com/2025/02/24/p...

"Following his election victory, Merz comments: 'My impression in recent days is that Russia and America are finding common ground – over the heads of Ukraine and Europe. Now, all eyes are on Germany. How quickly will we form a government after this complex election result? This is now my priority."

🇬🇧 "I strongly reject the lies being spread about the origins of the war in Ukraine." "I am convinced that Ukraine has a great future as a free, sovereign, and independent state," – Former UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson, who also arrived in Kyiv.

Some came with complaints about Elon Musk. Others chided the GOP to push back against President Trump’s moves to trample the constitutional power of Congress. In districts around the U.S. over the past week, Republican lawmakers faced a groundswell of fear and disaffection from constituents.

Today's front page of The New York Post.

The former Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces Valerii Zaluzhnyi outlined four key conditions for victory: a prepared mobilization reserve for a prolonged war, consistent international support, competent military leadership, and effective management of the entire process.

🇺🇸🚫🇺🇦 The US wanted 50% of what is written in the document on rare earth metals. But there is not a single word about security guarantees. There is nothing clear there. I cannot sell the state, — Zelensky.

Zelensky dismissed claims of $500B U.S. aid as "not serious," stating Ukraine received $67B in arms and $31B in budget support. He accused the U.S. of helping Putin break isolation via Saudi talks. He said that that the war costs $320B—$120B from Ukraine, $200B from allies.

A CNN poll; * 8% of Americans hold a positive view of Russia. * A staggering 61% perceive Russia as an enemy, while only 4% consider it a partner. * Only 9% like Putin’s leadership. * 52% support Ukraine using US weapons in russia.

The EU is preparing a multi-billion euro package to buy weapons for Ukraine. Officials say the plan will be revealed only after Germany’s Feb 23 election to avoid controversy. FM Baerbock hinted it could be €700B: "A package of unprecedented scale is coming." www.berliner-zeitung.de/wirtschaft-v...

You literally have to go back 150 years to find something the Republicans have done that was decent.

Trump Feb 2022: The invasion is a genius move Trump Feb 2025: The invasion is Zelensky's fault

🇺🇸☝️ Putin thought he’d conquer Ukraine in 3 days, but I’ve been to Kyiv, and he hasn’t, – Joe Biden. At a press conference, the U.S. President highlighted being the only U.S. commander-in-chief to visit a war zone without American military presence.

🇺🇸 Joe Biden: "There’s a real chance Ukraine can win." "The cost of war for Russia is staggering – over 600,000 dead and wounded soldiers. North Korean troops brought to the front by Russia are also facing high mortality rates," he added.

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