🌍 World News Highlights

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  1. Ukraine–Russia War and Trump–Zelensky Meeting

U.S. President Donald Trump met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and European leaders at the White House to discuss possible ways to end the war.

Trump said a ceasefire is not necessary to start peace talks and promised “very strong NATO-style protection” for Ukraine.

Zelensky firmly rejected giving up any territory, saying Donbas and Crimea cannot be surrendered.

Despite ongoing Russian attacks on Kharkiv and Donetsk, Zelensky showed openness to a potential future meeting involving Trump, Putin, and himself.

  1. Moscow Strikes & Civilian Casualties

While talks were ongoing, Russia launched strikes that killed civilians in Ukraine.

No final peace agreement was reached, but negotiations will continue on international guarantees for Ukraine’s security.

  1. Air Pollution in Madrid

Madrid ranked among the world’s top 10 most polluted cities today.

Air quality reached the level of “Unhealthy for sensitive groups,” raising health concerns.

  1. Hurricane Erin (Category 4)

Hurricane Erin has strengthened into a Category 4 storm.

States of emergency have been declared in affected areas, and mass evacuations are underway.


✅ Summary Table

Topic Key Update

Ukraine–Russia War Trump–Zelensky talks in Washington; no ceasefire but security guarantees discussed.
Moscow Attacks Civilian deaths reported during ongoing strikes.
Madrid Pollution Among top 10 polluted cities; air quality unhealthy.
Hurricane Erin Upgraded to Category 4; evacuations ordered.