Trump-Zelensky White House Meeting Preview
Trump-Zelensky White House Meeting Preview
🏛️ Zelensky's Ultimatum
Ahead of a crucial White House meeting, Trump has advised Ukrainian President Zelensky to abandon efforts to reclaim Crimea and join NATO. This meeting follows Trump's recent summit with Putin in Alaska, which yielded limited results despite promises of severe consequences for Russia.
Key developments:
- European leaders accompany Zelensky in show of solidarity
- Previous Trump-Putin summit focused on ceasefire negotiations
- Tensions remain high over territorial disputes
- Trump pushes for final peace deal despite European insistence on ceasefire first
The meeting marks Zelensky's first White House visit since their previous controversial encounter, now occurring amid escalated diplomatic efforts to end the conflict.
As Trump’s tariffs on much of the world went into effect on Aug. 7, Trump raised India’s rate and threatened a 100% levy on semiconductors. ti.me/4fnAb8h
Trump will meet Putin in Alaska next week to negotiate a ceasefire in Ukraine. Here's everything you need to know about the summit. time.com/7308684/trump-…
Column: For all Putin’s tough-guy bluster, Trump has the upper hand going into his meeting with the Russian leader. ti.me/3URjqsD
Zelensky was quick to respond after Trump suggested there would be a 'swapping of territories' between Russia and Ukraine in his announcement of talks with Putin. time.com/7308658/zelens…
Putin’s main objective was to buy time for his troops to continue advancing, all while avoiding the “very severe consequences” that Trump promised to impose on the Russians if they refused to call a ceasefire, writes Simon Shuster. time.com/7310117/putin-…
Trump announced a “secondary” 25% tariff on India over its Russian oil purchases, raising the country’s total rate to 50%. ti.me/4moZqJC
White House suggests Trump-Putin meeting could come soon time.com/7308098/trump-…
Trump tells Zelensky to forgo regaining Crimea and joining NATO ahead of White House meeting time.com/7310286/trump-…
"After trying and failing to secure a ceasefire from Putin, the time has come for Trump to impose the severe consequences against that he has previously threatened," writes Jeffrey Sonnenfeld. time.com/7310116/trump-…
European leaders backed Zelensky in a joint statement ahead of the Trump-Putin summit in Alaska next week, declaring that peace "cannot be decided without Ukraine." time.com/7308731/europe…
Zelensky returns to the White House on Monday for the first time since his infamous clash with Trump. This time, he is bringing a squad of European leaders in support. time.com/7310216/zelesk…
Trump warned that "severe consequences" lie ahead for Russia if Putin doesn't agree to stop the Ukraine war after their summit this week. time-magazine.visitlink.me/E3FykT
A top Kremlin aide said that Trump will meet Putin as early as next week time.com/7308150/trump-…
History may show that Trump's summit with Putin was heavy on theatrics and warm words for a dictator, but little else, writes Tom Nagorski. time.com/7310132/trump-…
Trump has now called for negotiations for a final deal to end the war, despite Europe and Ukraine's insistence that peace cannot be achieved without a ceasefire coming first. time-magazine.visitlink.me/4tDUAC
Trump has given Russia until Friday to end the war in Ukraine. On Wednesday, he hiked tariffs on India over buying Russian oil. time.com/7307971/trump-…
U.S.-India relationship appears to fray over Russian oil purchases time.com/7307203/india-…
Trump shares "constructive" call with Zelensky ahead of high-stakes Putin summit, after criticizing media over "very unfair" coverage. Here's the latest time.com/7309297/trump-…
President Donald Trump has offered the potential to resume business with Russia if they are able to make progress towards ending the war in Ukraine time.com/7309902/trump-…
Former Israeli Officials Advocate for Palestinian Statehood
Former Israeli security officials and policy experts argue for supporting Palestinian statehood in a new TIME article. The piece follows earlier commentary by former PM Ehud Barak on Trump's Gaza peace proposal. Key points: - Multiple Israeli security veterans support two-state solution - Arguments focus on strategic benefits for Israel's security - Builds on previous discourse about Trump's role in peace process The discussion represents a significant shift in perspective from some Israeli security establishment figures regarding Palestinian sovereignty. [Read the full analysis on TIME](https://time.com/7309671/israel-trump-palestinian-statehood/)
AT&T and Apple Settlement Claims: What You Need to Know
Two major tech settlements are currently accepting claims: - **AT&T Data Breach**: $177 million settlement open to customers affected by data breaches between 2021-2023. - **Apple Settlement**: $95 million available to eligible customers who purchased certain Apple services. How to file: 1. Visit official settlement websites 2. Verify eligibility using personal information 3. Submit claim forms before deadlines *Important*: Documentation of purchases/services may be required. Check eligibility criteria carefully before filing. [File AT&T Claim](https://time.com/7310328/att-data-breach-settlement-how-to-file-a-claim/) [File Apple Claim](https://ti.me/3YWMjpZ)
India Pivots Towards China Amid US Trade Tensions
India is strengthening economic ties with China following strained US relations over Russian oil purchases. Key developments: - Trade between India and China reached record levels despite border tensions - India continues buying Russian oil despite US pressure - New Delhi exploring yuan-based trade settlements with Beijing - Chinese investments in Indian tech startups increasing The shift marks a significant realignment in Asian geopolitics, as India balances relationships between major powers. US-imposed tariffs and sanctions threats have accelerated India's pivot eastward. *Economic Impact*: - 28% increase in India-China bilateral trade - 40% reduction in US-India trade volume - Yuan settlements expected to reach $12B by 2026 [Read the full analysis](https://time.com/7310270/china-india-us-trump-xi-modi-tariffs-trade-russia-oil/)
Terence Stamp, Iconic British Actor, Passes Away
Legendary British actor Terence Stamp, known for his diverse and memorable roles across six decades of cinema, has passed away. Key roles include: - Superman II's menacing General Zod - The groundbreaking transgender character Bernadette in The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert - Influential performances in The Collector and Billy Budd Stamp's career spanned from the 1960s to the 2020s, earning him BAFTA and Golden Globe nominations. His commanding screen presence and versatility made him one of Britain's most respected actors. [Read full tribute on TIME](https://time.com/7310249/terence-stamp-actor-general-zod-superman-bernadette-priscilla-tributes-obituary/)