CNN 5 Things Ukraine’s allies meet, Home Depot prices, new Kohberger files & more
Aug 19, 2025
Western allies are rallying to support Ukraine, raising questions about the US's future role. Amidst this, Home Depot is increasing prices due to tariffs. In health news, pediatricians conflict with CDC guidelines on COVID vaccines for young kids. Meanwhile, unsettling details about Bryan Kohberger emerge, shedding light on his troubling interactions prior to the Idaho college killings.
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Coalition Seeks Enforceable Guarantees
- Western European leaders formed a Coalition of the Willing to support Ukraine with forces and reconstruction help.
- The group's plans hinge on agreed rules of engagement and what role, if any, the U.S. will play.
Pentagon Leadership Turnover Intensifies
- The Air Force chief of staff, Gen. David Allvin, abruptly announced retirement amid plans to push him out.
- His exit is the fourth senior military leadership change since President Trump's second term began.
Tariffs Push Retail Prices Up
- Home Depot cited tariffs and higher operating costs for raising some prices after reporting slower net income growth.
- The company expects full-year EPS to fall and hopes large renovation projects will return later.