US President Trump, Zelensky Hold ‘Very Good’ Talks Amid Ukraine Security Pledges; UK Eyes Property Tax Overhaul
US President Trump, Zelensky Hold ‘Very Good’ Talks Amid Ukraine Security Pledges; UK Eyes Property Tax Overhaul
US President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky held significant talks in Washington, marking a shift towards a more conciliatory tone compared to their previous encounter. Trump reportedly pledged substantial security assistance to Ukraine, with headlines noting a ‘more emollient tone’ and the leaders seemingly ‘burying the hatchet.’ Zelensky hailed the security offers as ‘very good,’ and hopes were raised that peace might be within reach, despite some skepticism regarding a breakthrough in the Russia-Ukraine stalemate.
Separately, Chancellor Rachel Reeves has initiated a review of stamp duty, potentially leading to a ‘property tax shake-up.’ Treasury officials have been instructed to examine options, including a possible new tax on properties sold for over £500,000, as part of a ‘radical overhaul.’ However, sources close to the Treasury have indicated that a national tax on homes above £500,000 is unlikely. Other domestic news includes Novo Nordisk halving Ozempic prices in the US, discussions around raising the state pension age to 70, and disruptions to UK rail services due to dry weather.
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