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Former President Trump found guilty on 34 counts for Hush Money trial, faces potential jail time.
US policy shift allows Ukraine to use US weapons for limited strikes inside Russia, deepening involvement in conflict.
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Donald Trump Found Guilty on All Counts
In a historic event, former US President Donald Trump has been found guilty on all 34 counts in his Hush Money trial in New York. The jury's unanimous verdict labelled him a convicted felon for falsifying business records to conceal a payment to Stormy Daniels. The trial centered on whether these actions aimed to influence the 2016 election, marking Trump as the first ex-president convicted of a crime. Despite facing a potential 16-month to four-year prison sentence, due to his age and lack of prior convictions, actual jail time is unlikely.
US Shifts Stance on Ukraine-Russia Conflict
A significant policy shift now permits Ukraine to use US weapons for limited strikes inside Russia following two years of US restrictions post-Russia's invasion. This call allowing Ukrainian defense against Russian assaults in and around Kharkiv represents a deeper US involvement in the conflict. The move comes amidst escalating tensions and repeated Russian nuclear threats, posing challenges for US foreign policy and international relations.