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Trump's Peace Deal Deadline Looms Amid Stalled Negotiations

12/4/2025

Summary

Story summary

U.S. President Donald Trump says a significant deal with Harvard University is imminent to end his pressure campaign, but negotiations stall over whether the federal government would receive part of the funds.
He set a Thanksgiving deadline for Ukraine to accept a peace treaty with Russia, but progress remains elusive.
A Ukrainian delegation will meet Trump's negotiators, while Putin maintains a hard-line stance and Trump faces tough choices.

History

Historical Context

In 2025, Harvard University faced significant federal funding challenges amid tensions with the Trump administration over educational policies. Following Harvard's refusal to comply with demands regarding curriculum and admissions, the administration froze $2.3 billion in research funding. This conflict reflects a broader historical struggle between U.S. universities and government over academic autonomy and funding, echoing past disputes over institutional control.

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Story summary

U.S. President Donald Trump says a significant deal with Harvard University is imminent to end his pressure campaign, but negotiations stall over whether the federal government would receive part of the funds.
He set a Thanksgiving deadline for Ukraine to accept a peace treaty with Russia, but progress remains elusive.
A Ukrainian delegation will meet Trump's negotiators, while Putin maintains a hard-line stance and Trump faces tough choices.

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