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Behind Ukraine’s readiness to accept a US-proposed ceasefire with Russia

Mar 12, 2025
52:32

① US President Donald Trump’s additional tariffs on steel and aluminum have taken effect after prior exemptions and duty-free quotas expired. How will they hurt the US itself? (00:54)

② We explore how Trump’s move to plow ahead on tariffs has made US equities lose trillions of dollars in value. (13:55)

③ The US has agreed to resume military aid and intelligence sharing with Ukraine after Kyiv showed readiness to accept a 30-day ceasefire with Russia. Does Ukraine genuinely share Trump’s vision for peace? (25:00)

④ We take a look at Greenland’s elections which have been dominated by independence and Trump’s interest. (34:43)

⑤ Angola has announced a plan to act as a mediator in the conflict between Congo and the rebel group M23. What leverage does Angola hold? (44:06)

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