**US President Trump Halts Military Aid to Ukraine**
U.S. President Donald Trump has ordered a stop in all military aid to Ukraine. This decision was made on March 3, according to a senior Defense Department official.
The official said that the pause will affect not only future aid but also weapons already being transported or waiting to be transferred in Poland. The reason for this pause is that Trump wants Ukrainian leaders to make a genuine effort towards peace before more aid is given.
**Tensions Between Trump and Zelensky**
This decision comes after a heated meeting between Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in the Oval Office on February 28. Trump said that Zelensky “is not ready for peace” and will only be helped when he is willing to make peace.
The White House has not specified what steps Ukraine must take to get the military aid flowing again, leaving uncertainty over the timeline and conditions for its resumption.
**Uncertainty Over Sanctions**
There is also uncertainty over potential sanctions relief. The U.S. government has directed the State and Treasury departments to prepare a list of sanctions that could be lifted.
**Ukraine’s Struggle Against Russia**
Meanwhile, Ukraine is struggling against Russian forces in various areas. President Zelensky made a statement saying “It is very important that we try to make our diplomacy really substantive to end this war as soon as possible.”
The situation on the ground remains tense with reports of Russian forces attempting to enter Ukrainian territory.
**Financial Trouble Hits Russia**
Back in Russia, eight coal companies in Kemerovo Oblast have been forced to shut down due to financial troubles. This has left hundreds of miners without pay for months.
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