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‘Abnormal hatred’ between Putin and Zelenskyy making it hard to reach peace deal, Trump says
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Denmark open to ‘Golden Dome’ talks after Trump touts framework Greenland deal
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European markets set to rocket on Trump’s Greenland ‘deal,’ tariffs retreat
US President Donald Trump delivers a special address during the World Economic Forum (WEF) annual meeting in Davos on January 21, 2026. The World Economic Forum takes place in Davos from January 19 to January 23, 2026. Fabrice Coffrini | Afp | Getty Images LONDON — European stocks are expected to open higher Thursday after […]
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