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US Sets June Deadline for Ukraine-Russia War End
The United States has given Ukraine and Russia a June deadline to reach a deal ending the nearly four-year war. Ukrainian President Zelenskyy confirmed this after overnight Russian strikes on energy infrastructure using over 400 drones and 40 missiles, forcing nuclear plants to cut output.
The US proposed trilateral talks next week in Miami and a ceasefire on energy strikes, which Ukraine accepts if Russia complies, though Russia demands Donbas cession.
Russian Strikes Hammer Ukrainian Energy Grid
Russia launched over 400 drones and 40 missiles targeting Ukraine's energy generation, distribution, and grid overnight. Zelenskyy reported strikes forced nuclear power plants to reduce output amid the assault.
Ukraine is open to a US-proposed truce banning energy infrastructure attacks if Russia agrees.
Milan-Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics Day 2 Underway
Day 2 features cross-country skiing skiathlons, alpine skiing women's downhill, snowboarding parallel giant slalom, curling, biathlon relay, and women's hockey. Canada earned its first medal, a speed-skating bronze on Saturday, and competes in downhill, snowboarding, figure skating, and more today.
Events include Canada vs. Switzerland in women's hockey after norovirus delays.
Canadian Women Blank Switzerland 4-0 in Olympic Hockey
Canada defeated Switzerland 4-0 in women's Olympic hockey, with Natalie Spooner scoring as the 13th forward after emotional roster confirmation. The game followed a norovirus outbreak delaying Canada's opener against Finland to Feb. 12; a Swiss player was also affected.
Group A advances top teams to quarterfinals Feb. 13-14.
Protests Erupt Near Milan Winter Olympics Venue
Italian police fired tear gas as protesters clashed near the Winter Olympics venue in Milan over 'unsustainable' Games. Crowds packed Piazza Duomo as the Olympic flame was lit amid opposition rallies.
Protests also occurred in Milan against the event's costs.
Storm Marta Causes Deadly Floods in Portugal and Spain
Storm Marta battered Portugal and Spain, causing the worst floods in decades just days after deadly floods from Storm Leonardo. Portugal faces looming severe weather impacts.
The storms follow recent extreme weather events across Europe.
Heavy Snowfall in Japan Kills 45, Injures Over 500
Heavy snowfall across Japan has left at least 45 dead and more than 500 injured. The extreme weather continues to disrupt the region amid Winter Olympics global focus.
No further details on specific areas or ongoing response provided.
Canada Hopes to Build on First Olympic Medal
Canada won its first Milan Cortina medal in speed skating Saturday and eyes more on Day 2 in downhill, snowboarding, and cross-country skiing. Athletes like Valérie Grenier and Cassidy Gray compete in women's downhill; figure skating team sits fourth.
Coach expects cross-country medals.
Winter Olympics Schedule Highlights February 8 Events
Key events include women's downhill at 5:30 a.m. ET, men's skiathlon at 6:30 a.m., biathlon mixed relay at 8:05 a.m., and women's big air snowboarding qualifying at 6:30 p.m. Curling round-robin matches feature Canada, USA, Sweden; women's hockey France vs. Sweden at 8:30 p.m.
Re-airs and highlights fill the broadcast day.
Milan Protesters Rally Against Winter Olympics Costs
Protesters in Milan rallied against the 'unsustainable' Winter Olympics, leading to clashes with police using tear gas near venues. Demonstrations highlight concerns over expenses and impacts.
The Olympic flame lighting drew crowds to Piazza Duomo despite unrest.
Norovirus Delays Canadian Olympic Hockey Schedule
Canada's women's hockey opener vs. Finland postponed to Feb. 12 due to multiple norovirus cases among Finns; team beat Switzerland instead. A Swiss player isolated with the virus; Finns lost 5-0 to USA.
Canadian team remains unfazed, focusing on leadership and readiness.
EU Seeks Free Trade Deals with Gulf to Counter Tariffs
EU courts Gulf countries for free trade agreements as Brussels aims to offset potential tariffs. The move addresses global trade tensions amid ongoing geopolitical shifts.
Details on negotiations or timelines not specified in bulletins.