Federal judge ruling on USAID shutdown, Ukraine-Trump-Putin phone call, Gaza ceasefire

SOURCE www.npr.org
Federal judge rules USAID shutdown likely violated the Constitution, Ukraine responds to Trump and Putin phone call on ceasefire, Gaza ceasefire ends with Israel launching airstrikes on the territory.

Key Points

  • Constitutional concerns over USAID shutdown
  • International diplomacy in Ukraine crisis
  • Escalation of violence in Gaza conflict

Pros

  • Federal judge upholds Constitution in ruling against USAID shutdown
  • Ukraine engages with Trump and Putin on ceasefire negotiations
  • International attention on Gaza conflict due to ceasefire ending with airstrikes

Cons

  • Violation of Constitution by USAID shutdown
  • Uncertainty in Ukraine ceasefire deal after phone call
  • Renewed violence in Gaza as ceasefire ends