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Jeffries Suggests Democrats Would Save Johnson From Removal Over Ukraine

New York Times The House Democratic leader said “a reasonable number” of Democrats would vote to save the Republican speaker if his party sought to oust him over allowing a vote to provide aid to Ukraine. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/02/28/world/europe/hakeem-jeffries-mike-johnson.html

Divisions Among Finance Ministers Flare Over Seizing Russian Assets

New York Times France’s finance minister, Bruno LeMaire, said there was no legal rationale for giving the Russian central bank funds to Ukraine. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/02/28/business/russia-ukraine-frozen-assets.html

Milan Fashion Week: Red and a Surprise Appearance by Ye Generate Buzz

New York Times Flashes of red in the crowds outside shows and a surprise appearance by Ye gave Milan Fashion Week a high-adrenaline feel. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/02/28/style/milan-fashion-week-red-street-style-ye.html

Macron Unsettles NATO Allies Even As He Seeks to Rattle Putin

New York Times The French president’s openness to Western troops in Ukraine signaled a quest for military resolve. But some allies felt blindsided. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/02/28/world/europe/macron-nato-russia-putin.html

Court Rules Against Granting Immunity for Violence in Northern Ireland’s ‘Troubles’

New York Times The ruling said that a new British law aiming to foster reconciliation over decades of sectarian conflict in Northern Ireland would be a violation of human rights. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/02/28/world/europe/northern-ireland-troubles-immunity.html

Transnistria, Breakaway Region of Moldova, Asks Russia for Protection

New York Times Transnistria declared independence in 1992 but is not recognized internationally. The request by the territory’s legislature could fuel regional tensions as the war in Ukraine rages. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/02/28/world/europe/moldova-russia-transnistria.html

Johnson Floats Short-Term Spending Bill to Avert Partial Shutdown

New York Times The Republican speaker, who has come under bipartisan pressure to strike a deal that his far-right members are resisting, is weighing a temporary funding patch that would allow more time for negotiations. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/02/28/world/europe/congress-spending-bill-shutdown.html

Ukraine Charges Key Figure in Arms Trade With Corruption

New York Times A Times investigation showed how the war helped Serhiy Pashinsky rehabilitate a troubled reputation. Now he faces charges related to accusations about his past. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/02/28/world/europe/ukraine-weapons-politician-charged-corruption.html

Pope Francis Undergoes ‘Diagnostic Tests’ in Rome Hospital

New York Times The hospital visit, though short, revived concerns about the health of the 87-year-old pontiff. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/02/28/world/europe/pope-francis-hospital.html

Prince Harry Loses High Court Challenge Over Security Downgrade

New York Times Harry had hoped to overturn a government decision to reduce his police protection after he stepped back from royal duties in 2020. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/02/28/world/europe/prince-harry-security.html