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federal watchdog agency must remain in his job, a judge in Washington ruled on Saturday, saying President Donald Trump's bid to remove the special counsel was unlawful. U.S. District Judge Amy Berman Jackson sided with Hampton Dellinger, who leads the Office of Special Counsel, in a legal battle over the president's authority to oust the head of the independent agency that's likely headed back to the U.S. Supreme Court. Dellinger sued Trump last month after he was fired even though the law says special counsels can be removed by the president «only for inefficiency, neglect of duty, or malfeasance in office.» Jackson, who was nominated to the bench by Democratic president Barack Obama, quickly reinstated Dellinger in the job while he pursued his case.

Anwar Gargash, Diplomatic Adviser to the UAE President, on Saturday, met with Majid Takht Ravanchi, Deputy Foreign Minister of the Islamic Republic of Iran for Political Affairs. The meeting discussed relations between the United Arab Emirates and the Islamic Republic of Iran, with both sides commending the latest round of political consultations between the two countries. The two officials underscored the importance of strengthening mutual interests and explored ways to enhance economic and trade relations between the neighbouring countries. The meeting also addressed regional and international developments of mutual concern.

The proposal, put forward by US President Donald Trump's Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff, would cover Ramadan, due to end late March, and Passover, lasting through mid-April, according to a statement from the Israeli prime minister's office released just after midnight. The first phase of a ceasefire deal between Israel and Palestinian militant group Hamas was set to expire over the weekend without any certainty as to the second phase, which is hoped to bring a more permanent end to the Gaza war.

NORTHCOM) said Saturday. Border security is a key priority for President Donald Trump, who declared a national emergency at the US frontier with Mexico on his first day in office. «Approximately 2,400 soldiers from elements of the 2nd Stryker Brigade Combat Team (SBCT), 4th Infantry Division» will be sent to the border, along with «approximately 500 soldiers from the 3rd Combat Aviation Brigade,» NORTHCOM said in a statement.

Keir Starmer on Saturday gave Volodymyr Zelensky a warm welcome to his Downing Street offices, a day after the Ukrainian leader's clash with US President Donald Trump. Supporters cheered as Zelensky's convoy swept into Downing Street, where he was embraced by Starmer and posed for photographs before heading inside the UK leader's home. «You're very, very welcome here in Downing Street,» Starmer told Zelensky.

Volodymyr Zelenskyy has taken the opportunity to thank US President Donald Trump for his support during the Ukraine Russia conflict, but the Trump administration is apparently not happy about the way Zelenskyy thanked them for the support.

As soon as Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stepped out of his motorcade at the West Wing and arrived at the White House, Donald Trump wasted no time mocking his outfit. The tense encounter escalated, resulting in a cancelled lunch, an unsigned economic agreement, and a growing dispute between the two leaders. The whole scene was one of undignified spectacle.

Prem Chand Agarwal sparked controversy with remarks about 'Pahadi' (hill people) during the assembly session on February 21. The Assembly Speaker, Ritu Khanduri, intervened, asking members to refrain from making such comments. However, the opposition Congress raised a huge uproar, leading to protests across the state. Agarwal was summoned by the state BJP president Mahendra Bhatt, who advised him to be more restrained in his public statements.

Prince Harry is not going to go easy on Donald Trump or Elon Musk, for that matter, as he has now taken a dig at both of them during a surprise speech at a tech conference. Even though he spoke on diverse subjects for the better part of his speech, Prince Harry then shifted onto politics, which was one of the most pivotal parts of his speech.

The secretary of state Marco Rubio was caught on camera showing visible discomfort during a tense exchange between US president Donald Trump and Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelensky at the White House, this led social media to explode with reactions, reported DailyBeast. The meeting, which was meant to focus on US-Ukraine negotiations, quickly spiralled into a verbal clash that saw Trump criticize Zelensky, prompting widespread reactions from viewers across the world.

Vice President JD Vance is reportedly selling off his multimillion-dollar home in Alexandria sometime after he entered his vice-presidential residence at the US Naval Observatory. Vance purchased this 100-year-old five-bedroom farmhouse only in 2023 but is now going on to sell it at a little more than the purchase price. Vance and his family probably decided that they did not want such a picturesque abode at this time when the Vice President will be engrossed for the next four years in crucial US politics alongside US President Donald Trump.

Volodymyr Zelenskyy, garnering attention for his dignified demeanour during a contentious White House meeting with US President Donald Trump. The encounter resulted in an 'unprecedented disaster' as Trump and VP JD Vance engaged in a 'shouting match' whilst 'berating' Zelenskyy. An American reporter, Brian Glenn, Chief White House Correspondent at Real America's Voice, questioned Zelenskyy's choice of attire — his signature black sweater. Zelenskyy responded with poise, stating, «I will wear a (suit) costume after this war finishes, yes. Maybe something like yours, yes, maybe something better. I don't know, we will see. Maybe something cheaper. Thank you.» The situation deteriorated when Trump and Vance collectively accused Zelenskyy of «disrespecting» the U.S. The meeting concluded abruptly, with Zelenskyy departing without securing a crucial minerals agreement intended for a US-brokered truce.

Zelensky planned to sign a minerals deal with the United States during the visit, but it ended in disaster when Trump and Vice President JD Vance accused the Ukrainian leader of being «disrespectful» and admonished him in front of US and international media. Kyiv had hoped the agreement would pave the way for security guarantees from Washington, as it fights the full-scale offensive Russia launched in 2022.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has brushed aside demands for his resignation after a heated public confrontation with US president Donald Trump in the Oval Office, as per a report. But he has kept the door open to resign on one condition. Here are the details.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy took to social media platform X on Saturday to express his gratitude for the United States' support in the fight against Russian aggression, while calling for continued and firm backing from Washington; mere hours after his showdown with US President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance in the Oval Office. In a series of tweets posted on X, Zelenskyy acknowledged the vital role the U.S. has played in Ukraine's survival over the past three years of full-scale invasion. «We are very grateful to the United States for all the support,» Zelenskyy said, expressing his thanks to President Donald Trump, Congress, and the American people.

Maruti Suzuki on Saturday reported marginal growth while Hyundai and Tata Motors posted a decline in their sales in February as a slowdown in the market continued with demand remaining muted. On the other hand, Mahindra & Mahindra and Toyota Kirloskar Motor posted double-digit growth riding on their SUV and MPV models. Maruti Suzuki India (MSI) said its total domestic passenger vehicle sales were at 1,60,791 units last month as compared with 1,60,271 units in the year-ago month, a marginal year-on-year growth. Sales of the company's mini segment cars, comprising Alto and S-Presso, declined to 10,226 units as against 14,782 units in same month last year, while those of compact cars, including Baleno, Celerio, Dzire, Ignis, Swift, and WagonR, rose to 72,942 units as compared to 71,627 units in the year-ago month.

Trump-Zelenskyy meetingUkrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy called Russian President Vladimir Putin a "killer" and terrorist". When US Vice President JD Vance spoke about diplomacy to end the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war, Zelenskyy asked him: "What kind of diplomacy are you speaking about".JD Vance said the Ukrainian leader was being “disrespectful", claiming he had not been thankful for US military aid.