The move, which he promised to do on the campaign trail, is already facing legal challenges.
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Zelensky tells Russia to drop ‘unnecessary’ demands ahead of peace talks
Ukraine’s leader also says taking Nato membership off the table would be a “big gift to Russia”.
Anger as Indonesia law allows military bigger role in government
Critics warn the move could return Indonesia to the dark days of Suharto’s dictatorship.
Guatemala scraps compulsory car insurance plan after protests
Guatemalan motorists blockaded streets and clashed with police after the new rule was announced.
World’s oldest Michelin-starred restaurant loses a star
Georges Blanc’s restaurant first earned a Michelin star under his grandmother, back in 1929.
Thousands gather to mourn North Macedonia nightclub fire dead
Some 59 people died in the blaze at Pulse nightclub, which officials say had an illegal licence.
Turkey arrests dozens over online posts after Erdogan rival detained
Some 37 people have been arrested for “provocative” social media posts, the interior ministry says.
Reassurance, not peacekeeping: What Ukraine coalition force will and won’t do
The force would focus on providing Ukraine with air cover to keep its skies safe and a naval presence in the Black Sea to encourage trade.
Houthi missile fired at Israel intercepted as fresh air strikes hit Gaza
A ballistic missile was fired toward Ben Gurion Airport near Tel Aviv, with sirens sounding in several areas of Israel.
Four key takeaways from newly released JFK files
Experts praised a move towards transparency, but there are no major revelations in the documents – and some still have yet to be released.