Reuters World News Ukraine talks, Netanyahu, ‘Hellcats’ and NY's social media warnings
Dec 29, 2025
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Correspondents and Segment Reporters (Helen Costa, Jasper/Jesper Ward, Anushka Sakui)
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Field Reporter (Mayan Lubell and others)
Mayan Lubell joins to provide insights from the frontlines of Ukraine peace talks, highlighting the challenges toward a ceasefire. She also discusses Trump’s upcoming meetings with Netanyahu and the implications for Gaza. Meanwhile, Helen Costa introduces the 'Hellcats,' a group of female veterans taking on congressional races for the Democrats. Jasper Ward covers New York's new social media warning labels aimed at mental health issues, adding a fresh angle to the conversation on digital responsibility.
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Peace Talks Showing Momentum
- Donald Trump said talks with Vladimir Zelensky and Vladimir Putin indicate a breakthrough on Ukraine may be near.
- Zelensky warned any border or land changes must be decided by the Ukrainian people.
Gaza Ceasefire Talks Face Big Hurdles
- Benjamin Netanyahu met Donald Trump to discuss Gaza, Iran and Lebanon with a focus on ceasefire details.
- Key disputes include disarming Hamas, an international stabilisation force and which countries join it.
Veteran Women Running As Hellcats
- Four Democratic women veterans, dubbed the Hellcats, are running to flip the House.
- Campaigns emphasise military service skills like teamwork and cross-background cooperation.