

Trump's Ukraine War Negotiations, Adams in Crisis, Pope Francis’ Health Battle: AM Update for 2/19
10 snips Feb 19, 2025
President Trump navigates a delicate situation with Ukrainian President Zelensky as peace negotiations kick off in Saudi Arabia, sparking tensions. New York City Mayor Eric Adams faces backlash from Democrats over his immigration policies and dodges corruption charges. Meanwhile, a Labor Secretary nominee encounters unexpected GOP resistance. The health of Pope Francis is in the spotlight as he battles pneumonia, raising questions about leadership and stability.
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Zelenskyy Excluded from Talks
- President Zelenskyy is frustrated with being excluded from the initial peace talks between the U.S. and Russia regarding the war in Ukraine.
- Zelenskyy believes any discussion about Ukraine's future must include Ukraine.
Path to Peace
- Secretary of State Marco Rubio believes Russia is serious about negotiating peace in Ukraine.
- A sustainable peace deal requires agreement from all involved parties, including Ukraine, European partners, and Russia.
Adams Under Fire
- New York City Mayor Eric Adams faces backlash for cooperating with the Trump administration on immigration.
- Governor Kathy Hochul considers removing Adams, a move supported by a significant portion of NYC voters.