February 18, 2025

News Summary Ukrainian President Zelensky emphasizes the need for Ukraine’s participation in upcoming U.S.-Russia talks regarding the conflict in Ukraine. His concerns highlight the importance of Ukraine’s interests being represented in negotiations. As discussions are set to take place with high-level officials from both countries, Zelensky warns that any peace deal reached without Ukraine is unacceptable. European leaders are also expressing their apprehensions about the possibility of being sidelined during

News Summary Kentucky faces a catastrophic situation as severe flooding claims 11 lives and leads to the declaration of a state of emergency. The relentless storm has inundated communities, causing extensive damage and prompting search-and-rescue operations involving the National Guard. Essential services have been disrupted, and residents are urged to avoid travel as additional precipitation looms. The emotional toll on affected families is immense, particularly after a mother and her

News Summary Three individuals, including the alleged cult leader of the Zizians, have been arrested in Maryland in connection to the murder of a U.S. Border Patrol Agent and multiple other homicides. The investigation uncovers links between the cult’s radical ideologies and a series of violent crimes across several states, raising concerns about the group’s activities and their potential for further violence as law enforcement continues to unravel their network.