## Trump to offer Putin 'minerals' deal in exchange for ceasefire in Ukraine, media reports

Authored by newsukraine.rbc.ua

US President Donald Trump plans to offer Russian President Vladimir Putin access to rare earth minerals in order to incentivize him to end the war in Ukraine, The Telegraph informs.

According to the outlet, Trump’s proposals for Putin will include granting Russia access to Alaska’s natural resources and lifting some US sanctions on the Russian aviation industry.

The proposals also include giving Putin access to rare earth minerals in Ukrainian territories currently occupied by Russia.

On Friday, August 15, US President Donald Trump is scheduled to meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Alaska.

Trump aims to reach a ceasefire agreement in Ukraine during the upcoming meeting with the Russian leader.

He also promised that he would not make any deal with Putin without Ukraine’s participation.

Against this backdrop, media outlets have speculated that Moscow may seek to take control of the Donetsk and Luhansk regions. »

### ‘America First = America Last’—Japan And Brazil Turn Away From The U.S. And Begin Historic Beef Trade With Each Other

Authored by offthefrontpage.com

For the first time in history, the two nations are moving toward direct beef trade with each other.

With global beef trade shifting, both Japan and Brazil appear ready to bypass traditional partners.

For the U.S., the message is blunt: when “America First” means higher tariffs and isolation, others may not wait around. »

### Infowars conspiracist Alex Jones is a big step closer to losing his studio and brand

Authored by npr.org

Infowars conspiracist Alex Jones is a big step closer to losing his studio and brand.

Conspiracy theorist Alex Jones could soon be forced to stop airing his Infowars show and give up the company's property, including everything from desks and microphones to the Infowars brand name.

"Now that there's a receiver in place, Alex Jones is no longer going to control the Infowars brand. »

### ‘Marvel Rivals’ Director Dismisses ‘Gooner Game’ Classification

Authored by forbes.com

Guangguang had a thoughtful answer that didn’t go after those saying that, but explained why such costumes are chosen.

Rivals Assembled: “Speaking of cosmetics and skins…how do you guys respond to people calling Marvel Rivals a “gooner game”?.

I do not expect Marvel Rivals to change anything from here, nor should they, really. »

### Sony Closes All Operations in Russia After 18 Years, Ending PlayStation, Music, and Film Presence — UNITED24 Media

Authored by united24media.com

Sony has formally ended its presence in Russia, dissolving its local subsidiary, Sony Mobile Communications Rus, on August 11, according to the Unified State Register of Legal Entities.

The Japanese technology company had operated in Russia since 2006, marking an 18-year presence.

Sony announced its decision to exit Russia shortly after the full-scale invasion of Ukraine in February 2022, joining other companies in supporting international sanctions. »

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