2025-12-10
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Our Top Stories Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky said he would present a refined peace plan to America in the near future following a summit with European leaders in London and a visit to Italy.
Earlier, President Donald Trump told Politico, a news outlet, that Mr Zelensky needed to, quote,
start accepting Russian demands, which include territorial concessions because it was,
quote, losing the war.
The price of silver rose above $60 per troy ounce,
a record as investors anticipated that the Federal Reserve would cut interest rates on Wednesday.
The cost of silver has jumped by around 100%.
Since the start of the year, gold has risen by 58%.
Both metals are considered a good hedge against inflation.
Prices are rising as the demand outpaces supply.
As fighting between Thailand and Cambodia intensified,
America's Secretary of State urged the countries to de-escalate.
China's government similarly cautioned restraint.