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Life on Ukraine’s frontline as thousands remain trapped in Mariupol

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In the Ukrainian city of Mariupol, people sheltering in a Russian-bombed theatre are beginning to emerge alive despite the odds

Thousands of people remain trapped in the coastal region as Russian forces continue their assault, with new estimates suggesting it is being hit by 50 to 100 artillery shells every day.

In a statement, the city council says:

Mariupol “has been under blockade for sixteen days… and more than 350,000 Mariupol residents continue to hide in shelters and basements from continuous shelling.”

The statement adds that around 80 percent of the city’s housing has been targeted and 30 percent of this cannot be restored.

At the city’s theatre, it is believed hundreds were sheltering in the bomb shelter below ground.

The council says information surrounding civilian casualties from Russia’s theatre attack remains unclear.

This comes as Russia’s ambassador to the United Nations DENIES his nation’s armed forces attacked the theatre in the first place

The former head of the Donetsk region posted to Facebook saying:

“After an awful night of not knowing, we finally have good news… the bomb shelter of the theatre was able to hold. The rubble is beginning to be cleared. People are coming out alive”.

But the fear of further Russian attacks coupled with the complete breakdown of social services is having an impact on the pace of rescue efforts.

It is not yet clear whether all those who sheltered in the theatre have survived. 

Around 1,300 people were believed to be in the building when it was bombed, with 130 rescued so far.

Ticker News spoke with an employee from Human Rights Watch who has been speaking with people inside the theatre.

In other news, the situation on the ground in Ukraine is changing slowly… as Western officials remain optimistic Putin could lose this war.

Zelensky’s addresses Gemany

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky delivered yet another key-note address – this time to German lawmakers.

This time, Zelensky spoke of the fall of the Berlin Wall… urging German Chancellor Olaf Scholz to tear down what he described as a new wall between the “free and unfree” Europe.

Ukraine’s President called out his German allies for isolating his nation by strengthening ties with Russia over a number of years, particularly with the construction of Nord Stream 2.

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz says his government is working tirelessly to increase its military aid to Ukraine, and is pushing for a diplomatic end to the Russian invasion.

As he wrapped up his address, Zelenky’s message was simple… support freedom, support Ukraine, and stop this war.

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Trump considers slashing China tariffs by over 50%.

Trump considers significant tariff cuts on Chinese imports to ease tensions; negotiations continue as China remains firm.

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Trump considers significant tariff cuts on Chinese imports to ease tensions; negotiations continue as China remains firm.


In a major policy shift, President Trump is exploring a significant cut to tariffs on Chinese imports — a move that could ease tensions between the two superpowers.
Talks are ongoing, and the White House suggests a new tiered approach. China, while open to negotiations, remains firm that it won’t engage under threats.

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Trump backs Powell, markets surge after policy shift

Trump endorses Powell, calming political fears; markets rise as investor confidence grows.

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Trump endorses Powell, calming political fears; markets rise as investor confidence grows.


Trump backs Powell, markets surge after policy shift.
President Trump has confirmed he won’t fire Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, easing fears over political interference in U.S. monetary policy. His softer tone boosted investor confidence, sending stock futures higher and gold prices down from recent highs.

Experts had warned that removing Powell could cause legal and economic chaos.

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Vance warns US might withdraw from Ukraine talks

JD Vance warns US may end peace talks as Ukraine rejects Trump’s ceasefire deal after Rubio cancels trip to London.

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JD Vance warns US may end peace talks as Ukraine rejects Trump’s ceasefire deal after Rubio cancels trip to London.

In Short

JD Vance has threatened to withdraw U.S. support for Ukraine peace talks after President Zelensky rejected Trump’s ceasefire proposal.

Meanwhile, Secretary of State Rubio cancelled his attendance at a London meeting, emphasising the need for territorial compromises from both Ukraine and Russia to achieve a ceasefire.

JD Vance has threatened to withdraw U.S. support for Ukraine peace talks following President Volodymyr Zelensky’s rejection of Donald Trump’s ceasefire proposal.

Secretary of State Marco Rubio also cancelled his attendance at the London meeting after Zelensky refused to recognise Russia’s annexation of Crimea.

Vance stated that both Ukraine and Russia need to make territorial compromises to facilitate a ceasefire. He emphasized that if there is no agreement, the U.S. may step back from negotiations.

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Rubio expressed his intention to follow up on discussions in London but noted that the U.S. must reconsider its involvement if a resolution seems unattainable.

According to reports, Trump’s proposal includes recognising Crimea as part of Russia and restricting Ukraine’s NATO ambitions, while lifting sanctions on Russia and increasing economic cooperation.

Zelensky reaffirmed Ukraine’s commitment to negotiations but insisted on a complete ceasefire following recent attacks that resulted in civilian casualties.

He accused Russia of stalling on diplomatic initiatives while continuing military operations.

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