Trump seeks to steer UN climate fund toward coal abroad
The United States aims to use the Green Climate Fund to promote coal fired power and cleaner fossil fuel use overseas while maintaining a seat on the fund's board. A White House official noted U S involvement in energy dominance and paid the fund a $1 billion contribution. The move comes amid tensions at the G20 Hamburg summit over fossil fuel language and Paris Agreement ties.
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Trump and Macron Show Off Quiet Alliance in Paris Parade
The two leaders bond during Bastille Day ceremonies marking the WWI centennial. Trump and Macron exchange repeated handshakes and praise, with Macron thanking the U S for aiding France. They highlight Syria and Middle East security while downplaying tensions over climate and trade.
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Russian American lobbyist linked to Trump Tower meeting
Akhmetshin, a Russian American lobbyist and former Soviet officer, confirms attending the June 2016 Trump Tower session with Donald Trump Jr and others. He describes the encounter and says Veselnitskaya presented documents about illicit Democratic funds. Investigations probe possible Moscow links and sanctions debates continue in Congress.
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