— U.S. approves Ukraine to produce Patriot missile systems as part of new $3 billion defense investment with Lockheed Martin.
— President Trump meets with President Zelensky, praises peace efforts, but conflict remains unresolved after more than four years.
— Trump warns U.S.-Iran ceas
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