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Give peace a chance: Pope labels increased army spending madness

Pope Francis has criticised increased defence spending by countries following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine as “madness” and says a new way must be found to balance world power.

'This is outright terror, from experienced terrorists' - President

Hundreds of thousands of civilians have remained trapped in Ukrainian cities, sheltering from Russian air raids and shelling as talks between Ukraine and Russia’s foreign ministers made little apparent progress.

'You're fired' - White House staff are fearful of revenge sackings by President Donald Trump. (Photo: Kevin Dietsch/Pool/ABACAPRESS.COM.)

Defence chief 'terminated' amid fears of revenge sackings by Trump

US President Donald Trump has “terminated” Defence Secretary Mark Esper, appearing to use his final months in office after his election defeat to settle scores within his administration.