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Senate Republicans are warning Russia that economic punishment is definitely on the way if President Vladimir Putin refuses to sit down for a ceasefire with Ukraine, or breaks a future deal. This threat came on Thursday, according to Bloomberg, as GOP lawmakers made it clear they’re ready to go around the Trump White House if they have to. Over 80 senators already back the bill. It includes new financial penalties that hit countries still doing business with Russia, and it bans Americans from buying Russian government bonds. But the White House is still worried that fresh sanctions could scare Putin away from the table. So now, Capitol Hill is waiting to see what Moscow does next. Lindsey Graham demands action as Trump backs off Lindsey Graham, the Republican from South Carolina who wrote the bill, told reporters he plans to act fast. “We are waiting to see what Russia does this coming week,” he said. “If we can get a ceasefire and negotiations, great. We’ll wait. But if Putin keeps playing games, we are going to move.” John Thune, the Senate GOP leader, said the chamber is ready to work with the Trump administration to add pressure. He warned that if Russia refuses to negotiate in good faith, the Senate will move ahead with more sanctions “to force Putin to start negotiating.” The bill would slap a 500% tariff on imports from any nation that buys Russian oil, gas, or uranium. Meanwhile, a recent phone call between Donald Trump and Putin didn’t go well. The two leaders talked for over two hours on Monday, but nothing concrete came from it. Instead of progress, the call ended with the US pulling back from more direct involvement. That hesitation is now being tested by Republicans in Congress, who believe pressure is the only way to get Moscow to talk. Marco Rubio, who now serves as Secretary of State, told the Senate Foreign Relations Committee on Tuesday that pushing Russia too hard might ruin chances of diplomacy. “If you start threatening sanctions, the Russians will stop talking,” Rubio said. “And there’s value in us being able to talk to them and drive them to get to the table.” While Rubio was warning against moving too fast, the European Union was doing the opposite. On the same day, the EU passed its newest package of penalties aimed at nearly 200 ships that have helped Russia dodge energy trade restrictions. House Republicans could stall sanctions unless forced The bill still needs to clear the House, where Trump’s grip is tighter. Republican leadership there usually aligns with the White House, and if Trump doesn’t support the sanctions , the bill might be blocked. Graham admitted that backers may need to override leadership by forcing a floor vote, something that’s time-consuming but possible. Matthew Whitaker, the US ambassador to NATO, said he expects cooperation between the White House and Congress. “I fully expect that that will be hand in glove and hopefully advance the peace process ultimately,” Whitaker said in an interview with Bloomberg TV. Despite Trump’s personal efforts, Russia has made no serious move toward peace. Officials in Washington and Kyiv say Putin has staged what they call “performative ceasefires,” without ever committing to real talks. Trump has tried multiple times to push Putin into negotiations, but none of those attempts have worked. Instead, intelligence suggests that Russia is planning a new military campaign this summer. The goal is to strengthen its hold on parts of southern and eastern Ukraine. If it succeeds, that could give Putin more control in any future negotiations. But back in Russia, the pressure is building. The country’s weapons stockpiles are shrinking. Old tanks, artillery, and other gear from the Soviet era are expected to run out by fall, leaving the Kremlin dependent on what it can build now, which is not enough to keep up with battlefield losses. Jack Watling, a senior fellow at the Royal United Services Institute in London, warned that Russia will try to step up its attacks this year to gain ground before negotiations. But he said the country can’t keep that up forever. “Russia will seek to intensify offensive operations to build pressure during negotiations, but the pressure cannot be sustained indefinitely,” Watling said. He added that Russia might manage to fight two more campaign seasons with its current recruitment system. But continuing deeper into 2026 would require forced mobilisation. That, Watling said, comes with both political and economic risks that Putin may not be ready to handle. KEY Difference Wire helps crypto brands break through and dominate headlines fast
US President Donald Trump will host a dinner with holders of his official memecoin, Official Trump (TRUMP), in a few hours. However, details about this special dinner are being wondered about. In the US, especially Democrats are criticizing the fact that it is possible to reach the US President in this way. It is said that a significant portion of the names that will attend the Memecoin meeting will consist of non-US citizens. The dinner will take place at the Trump National Gold Club in Washington. The top 220 TRUMP memecoin holders will meet for dinner. The planned schedule is as follows: 00:00 (05:00 PM ET): The top 25 TRUMP token holders will meet with US President Donald Trump at a VIP reception. 1:00 AM-4:30 AM (6:00 AM-9:30 PM ET): The main dinner will begin, which all 220 guests invited to the meeting will attend. Related News: Watch Out: Binance's Altcoin Network BNB Chain Foundation Has Purchased These 4 Altcoins The meeting will be closed to the press. No video recording will be allowed. All participants will be required to hand in their phones before entering for dinner. Interestingly, Tron (TRX) founder Justin Sun, who has been sued in the US in the past for fraud allegations, is also expected to attend the meeting. *This is not investment advice. Continue Reading: Donald Trump’s Cryptocurrency Dinner is About to Start – Here’s All You Need to Know and Key Times
Bitcoin hits all-time high, surpassing $111,000 Evaluating the dynamics behind this historic rise, Bitwise Asset Management's Investment Director Matt Hougan stated that the rally has just begun and is a harbinger of a long-term rise. According to Hougan, Bitcoin's rise is driven by two key factors: the increasing interest of institutional investors in the market and indirect support from the US government. “More than $8 billion has flowed into Bitcoin ETFs in the last 30 days. This means new demand against fixed supply and pushes prices up,” Hougan said, adding that the government’s increasing budget deficits and money printing policies have also pushed investors away from fiat currencies, which has increased their focus on Bitcoin. Related News: Following Record Highs in Bitcoin, US Crypto Chief David Sacks Makes Critical Statements Hougan said the rise in long-term government bonds and developments in markets such as Japan suggested investors were losing appetite for borrowing. “The U.S. government is no longer serious about budget cuts. That calls into question the long-term value of the dollar,” he said. Hougan also touched on why this strong performance of Bitcoin was not seen in altcoins, saying that Bitcoin is in a different position as “digital gold.” He said, “Cryptocurrencies such as Ethereum and Solana should be evaluated more like technology investments,” and stated that it is natural for these assets to perform differently than Bitcoin. Hougan predicts that Bitcoin will reach new records in the coming period. *This is not investment advice. Continue Reading: Why Did Bitcoin (BTC) Hit a New Record High? Why Are Altcoins Quiet? Analyst Explains Why
U.S. crypto markets rise with BTC surpassing $111,000 due to Trump-era changes. Continue Reading: Trump Fuels Crypto Surge as Robinhood Expands Altcoin Listings The post Trump Fuels Crypto Surge as Robinhood Expands Altcoin Listings appeared first on COINTURK NEWS .
Democrats are increasingly zeroing in on the president’s private crypto dealings as a means to critique his second term.
According to cryptocurrency onchain data, the BSC Foundation, affiliated with BNB Chain, founded by Binance, made notable purchases in several altcoins. According to the data, the BSC Foundation purchased $25,000 worth of each of MYX, BANK, LISTA, and GM tokens in five minutes. Although the amounts are small, the symbolic significance of these purchases could be significant. Of the purchased tokens, GM's market value is $8.4 million and MYX's market value is $6.38 million (pre-purchase market values). With this move, these two tokens became the two altcoins with the smallest market value in the foundation's possession. Related News: Following Record Highs in Bitcoin, US Crypto Chief David Sacks Makes Critical Statements When the other assets held by the foundation are examined, the wallet where the purchases were made currently contains $492,000 worth of altcoins. Among these, SKYAI has the largest share with $134,000. Other tokens held include $44k worth of TST, $40k worth of MUBARAK, and $26k worth of CGPT. *This is not investment advice. Continue Reading: Watch Out: Binance’s Altcoin Network BNB Chain Foundation Has Purchased These 4 Altcoins
XRP’s recent breakout rally is encountering hurdles as whale activities and increased exchange flows indicate potential short-term distribution risks. Whale inflows and rising spot exchange netflows hint at possible short-term
U.S. stocks ended mixed Thursday as markets digested the House’s narrow approval of President Trump’s massive tax-and-spending package. The S&P 500 dipped 0.04%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average was flat, and the Nasdaq Composite rose 0.28%. The legislation—projected by the Congressional Budget Office to add nearly $4 trillion to the federal deficit—includes sweeping tax cuts and increased military spending. It passed the House by a single vote after last-minute revisions, including expanded deductions for state and local taxes, aimed at swaying conservative lawmakers. The bill now heads to the Senate. Another spike in Treasury yields tempered investor sentiment. The 30-year bond briefly rose above 5.16%—its highest level since 2023—before easing. The benchmark 10-year yield also pulled back slightly to 4.55%. Analysts said weak demand at Wednesday’s 20-year bond auction fueled the earlier sell-off in Treasurys, while concerns about debt sustainability persist. “Short term, the tax bill is good for the economy,” said Argent Capital’s Jed Ellerbroek. “But in the longer term, it adds to the deficit, and that’s bad for markets.” You might also like: CFTC’s Mersinger says crypto perpetual futures could trade in U.S. Bitcoin keeps hitting all-time highs Bitcoin ( BTC ) extended its massive rally, trading above $111,000, amid optimism over Senate progress on stablecoin regulation and anticipation surrounding a Trump donor event attended by major crypto holders. Bitcoin’s rally sparked limited excitement among derivatives traders compared to past bull runs. Analysts noted that spot market demand, not speculation, drove the gains, with long/short ratios and liquidations indicating moderate bullish sentiment. You might also like: RichMiner launches BTC income plan, promises 5–18% annual yield