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Mr Trump made his comments just hours after meeting Mr Zelenskiy in Paris for their first face-to-face talks since Mr Trump won last month’s US election. Mr Trump has vowed to bring about a negotiated end to the conflict, but so far has not provided details. “Zelenskiy and Ukraine would like to make a deal and stop the madness,” Mr Trump wrote on his social media platform Truth Social, adding that Kyiv had lost some 400,000 soldiers. “There should be an immediate ceasefire and negotiations should begin. I know Vladimir well. This is his time to act. China can help. The world is waiting!” Mr Trump added, referring to Russian president Vladimir Putin. Mr Trump, in Paris for the reopening of Notre-Dame Cathedral, sat down with Mr Zelenskiy on Saturday for about an hour, along with host president Emmanuel Macron. Mr Trump and Mr Zelenskiy shook hands and smiled, but it was unclear how the conversation had gone. Accounts of the talks from the French and Ukrainian sides said only that the discussions had been good and productive. Mr Zelenskiy reacted to Mr Trump’s message on Sunday, saying peace was not just a piece of paper but needed guarantees. “When we talk about effective peace with Russia we must first and foremost talk about effective guarantees for peace. Ukrainians want peace more than anyone else,” he said on X. “It [the war] cannot simply end with a piece of paper and a few signatures. A ceasefire without guarantees can be reignited at any moment, as Putin has already done before. To ensure that Ukrainians no longer suffer losses we must guarantee the reliability of peace and not turn a blind eye to occupation.” It appeared Mr Trump’s figure of 400,000 Ukrainian soldiers lost in the war meant both killed and wounded. Mr Zelenskiy said 43,000 soldiers had been killed in the war and that there had been 370,000 wounded soldiers. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov convened a conference call with reporters to address Mr Trump’s comments. He said Russia was open to talks, but that they had to be based on agreements reached in Istanbul in 2022 and on current realities on the battlefield where Russian forces have been pushing forward at their fastest rate since the early days of the war in 2022. Mr Putin has said repeatedly that a preliminary agreement reached between Russian and Ukrainian negotiators in the first weeks of the war at talks in Istanbul, which was never implemented, could serve as the basis for future talks. “Our position on Ukraine is well known,” said Mr Peskov. “The conditions for an immediate stop to hostilities were set out by president Putin in his speech to the Russian foreign ministry in June of this year. It is important to recall that it was Ukraine that refused and continues to refuse negotiations,” he said. Mr Putin has said that Ukraine must not join the Nato military alliance and that Russia should be left fully in control of four Ukrainian regions his troops partially control at the moment for a peace deal to be done. Mr Peskov noted that Mr Zelenskiy had banned contacts with the Russian leadership through a special decree, which Mr Peskov said would have to be revoked if talks were to proceed. – Reuters (c) Copyright Thomson Reuters 2024The report from the Justice Department inspector general's office knocks down a fringe conspiracy theory advanced by some Republicans in Congress that the FBI played a role in instigating the events that day, when rioters determined to overturn Republican Donald Trump's 2020 election loss to Democrat Joe Biden stormed the building in a violent clash with police. The review, released nearly four years after a dark chapter in history that shook the bedrock of American democracy, was narrow in scope, but aimed to shed light on gnawing questions that have dominated public discourse, including whether major intelligence failures preceded the riot and whether the FBI in some way provoked the violence. The report offers a mixed assessment of the FBI's performance in the run-up to the riot, crediting the bureau for preparing for the possibility of violence and for trying to identify known "domestic terrorism subjects" who planned to come to Washington that day. But it said the FBI, in an action the now-deputy director described as a "basic step that was missed," failed to canvass informants across all 56 of its field offices for any relevant intelligence. That was a step, the report concluded, "that could have helped the FBI and its law enforcement partners with their preparations in advance of January 6." The report found 26 FBI informants were in Washington for election-related protests on Jan. 6, including three who were tasked with traveling to the city to report on others who were potentially planning to attend the day's events. While four informants entered the Capitol, none were authorized to do so by the bureau or to break the law, the report said. Many of the 26 informants provided the FBI with information before the riot, but it "was no more specific than, and was consistent with, other sources of information" that the FBI acquired. The FBI said in a letter responding to the report that it accepts the inspection general's recommendation "regarding potential process improvements for future events." The lengthy review was launched days after the riot as the FBI faced questions over whether it had missed warning signs or adequately disseminated intelligence it received, including a Jan. 5, 2021, bulletin prepared by the FBI's Norfolk, Virginia, field office that warned of the potential for "war" at the Capitol. The inspector general found the information in that bulletin was broadly shared. FBI Director Chris Wray, who announced this week his plans to resign at the end of Biden's term in January, defended his agency's handing of the intelligence report. He told lawmakers in 2021 that the report was disseminated though the joint terrorism task force, discussed at a command post in Washington and posted on an internet portal available to other law enforcement agencies. "We did communicate that information in a timely fashion to the Capitol Police and (Metropolitan Police Department) in not one, not two, but three different ways," Wray said at the time. Separately, the report said the FBI's New Orleans field office was told by a source between November 2020 and early January 2021 that protesters were planning to station a "quick reaction force" in northern Virginia "to be armed and prepared to respond to violence that day in DC, if necessary." That information was shared with the FBI's Washington Field Office, members of intelligence agencies and some federal law enforcement agencies the day before the riot, the inspector general found. But there was no indication the FBI told northern Virginia police about the information, the report said. An FBI official told the inspector general there was "nothing actionable or immediately concerning about it." A cache of weapons at a Virginia hotel as part of a "quick reaction force" was a central piece of the Justice Department's seditious conspiracy case against Oath Keeper leader Stewart Rhodes and other members of the far-right extremist group. The conspiracy theory that federal law enforcement officers entrapped members of the mob has been spread in conservative circles, including by some Republican lawmakers. Rep. Clay Higgins, R-La., recently suggested on a podcast that agents pretending to be Trump supporters were responsible for instigating the violence. Former Rep. Matt Gaetz, R-Fla., who withdrew as Trump's pick as attorney general amid scrutiny over sex trafficking allegations, sent a letter to Wray in 2021 asking how many undercover agents or informants were at the Capitol on Jan. 6 and if they were "merely passive informants or active instigators." Wray said the "notion that somehow the violence at the Capitol on January 6 was part of some operation orchestrated by FBI sources and agents is ludicrous."
BOSTON — Jake DeBrusk scored a power-play goal in his return to Boston, and Kevin Lankinen made 32 saves as the Vancouver Canucks beat the Bruins 2-0 on Tuesday night. Conor Garland assisted on DeBrusk's goal and added an empty-netter with 13 seconds left. DeBrusk, who played his first seven NHL seasons for Boston before signing with the Canucks as a free agent last summer, poked in a rebound 5:53 into the second period. It was the third goal in two games for DeBrusk, who has 16 points in November. He scored twice and had an assist in a 4-3 win at Ottawa on Saturday. Lankinen turned aside 13 shots in the second period and 11 more in the third, getting his pads together just in time to stop Brad Marchand's attempt to poke the puck through with about 25 seconds remaining. It was the second shutout of the season for Lankinen. Canucks forward Brock Boeser was back with the team after missing seven games with an upper-body injury resulting from a hit in a game on Nov. 7. Jeremy Swayman made 13 saves for Boston. Takeaways Canucks: Won their eighth straight on the road and improved to 5-2-2 when scoring first. DeBrusk has five points in his last five games. Vancouver Canucks left wing Jake DeBrusk (74) is congratulated by Elias Pettersson (40) after his goal against Boston Bruins goaltender Jeremy Swayman during the second period of an NHL hockey game, Tuesday, Nov. 26, 2024, in Boston. Credit: AP/Charles Krupa Bruins: Fell to 2-1 under interim coach Joe Sacco, who took over after Jim Montgomery was fired last week. Key moment Midway through the third, Boston got its fourth power play when Boeser was called for interference. Vancouver dominated the next two minutes, though, holding the Bruins without a shot on goal. Boston fans booed as the power play continued to lag, finishing 0 for 4. Key stats Vancouver outhit the Bruins 30-29 and blocked 26 shots to Boston’s 11. Up next Canucks: Play at Pittsburgh on Wednesday night. Vancouver Canucks goaltender Kevin Lankinen (32) is congratulated by Jake DeBrusk after shutting out the Boston Bruins 2-0 after an NHL hockey game, Tuesday, Nov. 26, 2024, in Boston. Credit: AP/Charles Krupa Bruins: Visit the New York Islanders on Wednesday night.Taxation is not merely a tool for generating revenue; it is a cornerstone for fostering national balance and ensuring the collective survival of all citizens. Recognising this, Nigeria has, with wisdom, exempted many essential goods and services such as agricultural produce, fertilisers, certain baby products, and healthcare items from taxation or VAT. This policy ensures that food items like rice, maize, sorghum, millet, beans, and meat—produced in states like Kano, Borno, Adamawa, and Taraba, etc —can reach markets in Enugu, Lagos, and Port Harcourt, where they are accessible to Nigerians at reasonable prices. Conversely, products such as fertilisers, agricultural machinery, baby items, and healthcare essentials manufactured in industrial hubs like Aba, Ibadan, Warri, and Lagos, etc, remain affordable across the country, including the northern states, because they are VAT-exempt. This interconnected economic framework fosters interdependence among states and promotes equitable access to essential goods, irrespective of geographic location. However, the current discourse surrounding the proposed tax reform bill, particularly its provisions on VAT, has raised concerns about fairness and equity. Rather than serving as a unifying mechanism, the proposed VAT contributions and their sharing formula have become a source of tension, with some Nigerians—especially from the North—perceiving the system as skewed in favour of economically dominant states like Lagos. This perception has fueled suspicions, leading to terms like “Lagos colonialism” being used to describe the perceived imbalance in resource allocation and benefit distribution in the new VAT bill if passed into law by the two chambers of the National Assembly To address these concerns, the tax reform bill must be designed not only to generate revenue but also to reflect the principles of fairness, inclusivity and Nigeria’s complex politics. Taxation policies should be a tool for strengthening national unity, ensuring that every Nigerian, regardless of region or state, feels an equitable share of the nation’s prosperity. There is no need to rush to nowhere- the government must patiently engage in transparent dialogue and adopt a balanced approach that considers the diverse economic contributions and needs of all states. One of the key reasons for the rejection of the bills by the North is because the President Tinubu administration is facing growing suspicion among many northerners due to certain policies, programmes, and appointments. This is a troubling development for a government that, prior to coming to power, proudly counted the North as its political stronghold and key support base. Such distrust is damaging not only for the administration’s credibility but also for national unity. To maintain the confidence of all Nigerians, it is crucial for the government to address these concerns transparently, ensuring that its actions reflect inclusivity and fairness. Economy and politics often intertwine. When political backlash outweighs economic benefits, retreat and consultations are essential. The Tinubu government must strive to deliver on its promises while fostering trust across all states and demographics, particularly among those who placed their faith in its leadership. In essence, taxation should not be seen as a divisive tool but as a bridge that connects the unique strengths of each state and region, fostering a truly united and prosperous Nigeria.Iraq selects Vodafone for national 5G mobile license project
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Gabriel mimics Gyokeres in cheeky goal celebration in Arsenal win over Sporting in Champions LeagueHe is not yet in power but President-elect Donald Trump rattled much of the world with an off-hours warning of stiff tariffs on close allies and China -- a loud hint that Trump-style government by social media post is coming back. With word of these levies against goods imported from Mexico, Canada and China, Trump sent auto industry stocks plummeting, raised fears for global supply chains and unnerved the world's major economies. For Washington-watchers with memories of the Republican's first term, the impromptu policy volley on Monday evening foreshadowed a second term of startling announcements of all manner, fired off at all hours of the day from his smartphone. "Donald Trump is never going to change much of anything," said Larry Sabato, a leading US political scientist and director of the University of Virginia's Center for Politics. "You can expect in the second term pretty much what he showed us about himself and his methods in the first term. Social media announcements of policy, hirings and firings will continue." The first of Trump's tariff announcements -- a 25 percent levy on everything coming in from Mexico and Canada -- came amid an angry rebuke of lax border security at 6:45 pm on Truth Social, Trump's own platform. The United States is bound by agreements on the movement of goods and services brokered by Trump in a free trade treaty with both nations during his first term. But Trump warned that the new levy would "remain in effect until such time as Drugs, in particular Fentanyl, and all Illegal Aliens stop this Invasion of our Country" -- sowing panic from Ottawa to Mexico City. Seconds later, another message from the incoming commander-in-chief turned the focus on Chinese imports, which he said would be hit with "an additional 10% Tariff, above any additional Tariffs." The consequences were immediate. Almost every major US automaker operates plants in Mexico, and shares in General Motors and Stellantis -- which produce pickup trucks in America's southern neighbor -- plummeted. Canada, China and Mexico protested, while Germany called on its European partners to prepare for Trump to impose hefty tariffs on their exports and stick together to combat such measures. The tumult recalls Trump's first term, when journalists, business leaders and politicians at home and abroad would scan their phones for the latest pronouncements, often long after they had left the office or over breakfast. During his first four years in the Oval Office, the tweet -- in those days his newsy posts were almost exclusively limited to Twitter, now known as X -- became the quasi-official gazette for administration policy. The public learned of the president-elect's 2020 Covid-19 diagnosis via an early-hours post, and when Iranian Revolutionary Guards commander Qasem Soleimani was assassinated on Trump's order, the Republican confirmed the kill by tweeting a US flag. The public and media learned of numerous other decisions big and small by the same source, from the introduction of customs duties to the dismissal of cabinet secretaries. It is not a communication method that has been favored by any previous US administration and runs counter to the policies and practices of most governments around the world. Throughout his third White House campaign, and with every twist and turn in his various entanglements with the justice system, Trump has poured his heart out on Truth Social, an app he turned to during his 20-month ban from Twitter. In recent days, the mercurial Republican has even named his attorney general secretaries of justice and health via announcements on the network. "He sees social media as a tool to shape and direct the national conversation and will do so again," said political scientist Julian Zelizer, a Princeton University professor. cjc/ft/dw/bjtWitnessing Global Automotive Aftermarket Industry Expansion and Revolutionary Growth
Kolkata: India's ambition to own at least a tenth of 6G technology patents globally looks challenging as the country has yet to secure billions of dollars in funding for 6G research and upgrade existing 4G/5G networks to support the sixth-generation wireless broadband technology, analysts and industry experts said. Top industry executives have decried the government's modest ₹1,100 crore FY25 budgetary allocation, amounting to 0.03% of the GDP, for telecom-related R&D, including allocations towards the IndiaAI Mission and design-linked incentive scheme. They termed it an unrealistic and feeble attempt to aspire for leadership on the global 6G stage. More so, since the actual FY25 budgetary allocation to the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) for R&D is just Rs 400 crore. In comparison, China, already a strong player in 6G research, has earmarked a $1.55-trillion fund for telecom R&D. As per industry estimates, China and the US have set aside around 2-3% of their respective GDPs for tech R&D. "The government has an aspiration that Indian entities should own at least 10% of overall 6G patents by 2030, but the country faces significant challenges in pursuing 6G leadership, particularly in infrastructure readiness and securing adequate funding for research and development," global professional services firm Grant Thornton said in a report. 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With data speeds exceeding 100 Gbps, it is estimated to be over 100 times faster than 5G mobile broadband, promising a latency of nearly one microsecond or 1,000 times lower than the millisecond latency of 5G. This sharp reduction can significantly benefit in applications like self-driving cars and factory smart management, say industry experts. 6G is also expected to leverage terahertz frequencies, offering significantly wider bandwidths than 5G. But "if the goal is to secure a significant 10% share in the global 6G patents pool, it's essential to align funding proportionately and establish a well-structured and focused R&D framework," Parag Kar, telecom sector veteran and former vice president (government affairs) of Qualcomm India, told ET. A senior telecom industry executive said the near ₹83,468 crore unused corpus with the Universal Services Obligation Fund (USOF) can ideally be tapped to provide bulk of the initial funding to drive 6G research. To be sure, Grant Thornton notes that major telcos like Reliance Jio are making initial investment in 6G technology. Nominations for ET MSME Awards are now open. The last day to apply is December 15, 2024. Click here to submit your entry for any one or more of the 22 categories and stand a chance to win a prestigious award. (You can now subscribe to our Economic Times WhatsApp channel )
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