WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump says he’s hopeful Russia’s war in Ukraine is nearing an endgame as he meets with French President Emmanuel Macron on the third anniversary of the Russian invasion. But France’s leader cautioned Monday that it’s crucial that any potential agreement with Moscow does not amount to surrender for Ukraine. Trump…… MORE
ROME (AP) — The Vatican says Pope Francis remains in critical condition but has shown slight improvement in laboratory tests. He has resumed some work activities, including calling a parish in Gaza City that he has kept in touch with since the war there began. The Vatican’s evening bulletin was more upbeat than in recent…… MORE
WASHINGTON (AP) — Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth says he is replacing the top lawyers for the military services because he doesn’t think they are “well-suited” to provide recommendations when lawful orders are given. He spoke at the start of a meeting Monday with Saudi Arabia’s defense minister. Also, he refused to answer a question about…… MORE
Many federal employees across the country are back at agency offices under President Donald Trump’s return-to-office mandate. Trump advisor Elon Musk warned on his platform X Monday that workers who don’t comply will be placed on administrative leave. At least some federal agencies are not fully prepared for all remote workers to return to the…… MORE
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump says his tariffs on Canada and Mexico are starting next month. The comment Monday indicates the end of a monthlong suspension on planned import taxes that could potentially hurt growth and worsen inflation. Trump said Monday at a White House news conference with French President Emmanuel Macron that “the…… MORE