Russia's Demands to End War Against Ukraine

Russia has given the U.S. a list of demands for a deal to end its war against Ukraine and reset relations with Washington, including no NATO membership for Kyiv and international recognition of Crimea and four provinces belonging to Russia. Ukrainian President agreed to a 30-day truce, but Russian President's commitment is uncertain. Trump administration's approach to negotiations with Moscow is unclear, with discussions ongoing on both U.S.-Russia relations and Ukraine peace agreement. Russia claims to have retaken territory in Kursk, while Ukraine vows to continue operating in the region.

Ceasefire Negotiations Between Russia and Ukraine

Russia has laid out demands to U.S. authorities to end the war in Ukraine, with requests similar to those made to Ukraine, the U.S., and NATO. Talks are ongoing to broker a ceasefire deal between Russia and Ukraine.

Chicago Public School System and Chicago Teachers Union Demands

Chicago Public School system facing chronic absenteeism among teachers while students suffer low proficiencies in math and reading. Chicago Teachers Union demanding $50 billion for wage hikes and other demands.

Truckers' Protest in Bolivia

Truckers in Bolivia block key roads to protest against President Luis Arce over shortages of diesel fuel and foreign currency, demanding better access to USD and spare parts. The government agrees to talks to address their demands.

House Speaker Mike Johnson facing threats of ousting from House Republicans

House Speaker Mike Johnson is facing threats of ousting from House Republicans led by Reps. Marjorie Taylor Greene and Thomas Massie due to demands on foreign aid and government funding. Some GOP lawmakers are cautioning against making side deals with the rebels.

Campus Protests Against Israel's War in U.S. Universities

Campus protests against Israel's war spread to colleges across the U.S. NPR's Leila Fadel speaks with University of Texas at Austin students, on both sides, about their concerns and demands.

Pro-Palestinian protesters' demands at University of Chicago

Pro-Palestinian protesters at the University of Chicago issued a list of demands, calling for defunding campus police and reparations, among other things.

Rutgers students wave American flags to counter anti-Israel protesters

Rutgers students wave American flags to counter anti-Israel protesters. School administration caves to demands from demonstrators. Students express tiredness of anti-American rhetoric on campus.