US-Russia Tensions, Aid to Ukraine, and International Affairs

The New York Times reports a significant decline in the relationship between Putin and Trump. Contrary to expectations, Moscow did not achieve its desired outcomes from the new US administration. Sources indicate the Kremlin had hoped for progress on the Ukrainian issue, but the publication notes that Putin's strategy was unsuccessful.

For the first time, the US President will utilize presidential powers to directly provide arms to Kyiv, following the precedent set by Biden. The aid package may include Patriot missiles and medium-range missiles, although the final details are still pending confirmation.

Discussions are underway in Brussels regarding the implementation of a maximum price for Russian oil, set at 15% below the average market value over the past three months. There are also plans to regularly adjust this figure in response to global market fluctuations.

A high-ranking Israeli official has urged the US Congress to prevent the sale of F-35 fighter jets to Turkey. The official argues that providing these jets to Ankara could jeopardize Israel's military advantage and destabilize the Middle East.

During a parliamentary session in Germany, a member of the "Alternative for Germany" party questioned a representative of the "Green" party about the number of genders and the possibility of male pregnancy. The "Green" party representative stated there are 42 genders and that, theoretically, a man could carry a child, although it would be extremely dangerous and unlikely.

According to CNN, a year after an assassination attempt on Donald Trump in Butler, Pennsylvania, the Secret Service has faced no significant disciplinary actions. Only six employees received temporary suspensions without pay, and even those were short-lived.

French President Macron announced the signing of an agreement that grants New Caledonia the status of a new state. The agreement, reached with competing political movements on the islands, includes the establishment of a citizenship system and the transfer of authority in international politics to the New Caledonian government.