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Peace Talks Falter as New Strikes Shake Ukraine

President of the United Arab Emirates Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan receives the heads of delegations participating in the UAE hosted trilateral talks between the United States, Russia and Ukraine, Director of the Office of the President of Ukraine Kirill Budanov, United States Special Envoy Steve Witkoff, Secretary of the National Security and Defense Council of Ukraine Rustem Umerov, Chief of the Main Directorate of the General Staff of the Russian Armed Forces Igor Kostyukov, and Jared Kushner at Al Shati Palace in Abu Dhabi. US‑mediated negotiations aimed at easing the war in Ukraine ended abruptly without an agreement after Russia launched a series of overnight airstrikes that hit multiple Ukrainian cities and energy facilities. The renewed bombardment intensified pressure on the talks, which had been viewed as a tentative step toward de‑escalation. Diplomats from both sides described the discussions as “constructive but inconclusive,” noting that major sticking points — in...
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Market Jitters: S&P 500 Futures Signal Bear Market Amid Economic Concerns

                                            

U.S. stock futures took a hit in premarket trading, with the S&P 500 edging closer to bear market territory. Investors are reacting to heightened economic uncertainty, including the impact of recent tariff policies and global market volatility. Futures tied to the S&P 500 have dropped over 20% from their peak, a key indicator of a bear market. The tech-heavy Nasdaq has already entered this territory, while the Dow Jones Industrial Average is also facing significant declines.

Market analysts point to a combination of factors, including fears of a potential recession and inflationary pressures, as driving the sell-off. The CBOE Volatility Index, often referred to as Wall Street's "fear gauge," has surged, reflecting the growing unease among investors. As the trading session unfolds, all eyes will be on how these developments shape the broader economic outlook.

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