Day: March 19, 2025

After nine gruelling months in space, NASA‘s stranded astronauts have finally returned to Earth.

However, experts warn that Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams’ unplanned stay on the International Space Station (ISS) could have serious health impacts.

Shocking before-and-after images show the terrifying damage that months spent in the harsh conditions in space will do to you.

From ‘chicken legs’ and ‘baby feet’ to an increased risk of cancer, experts warn that the stranded astronauts could face years of health complications.

As Williams, 59, and Wilmore, 62, emerged from their SpaceX Crew Dragon capsule yesterday, medical teams rushed to help them onto stretchers.

This is a normal procedure for astronauts returning from space since their weakened muscles make it difficult to walk under the force of Earth’s gravity.

The pair will now undergo several days of intensive medical checks at NASA’s Johnson Space Center in Houston but health experts have already noticed signs of physical decline in the stranded astronauts.

And even while they were on the ISS, experts expressed concern over the pair’s gaunt appearance and apparent weight loss.

The shocking things 286 days in space does to a human body: As rescued NASA astronauts stun the world with their frail and gaunt appearance, how their bodies have been ravaged by the void https://t.co/HgHdGx8wSP

— Daily Mail Online (@MailOnline) March 19, 2025

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Dolphins really pulled up to the splashdown like they were the rescue crew pic.twitter.com/IPw05BPrUE

— Omar Jimenez (@OmarJimenez) March 18, 2025

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The American president has repeatedly criticized the bloc, accusing its European members of not paying enough

US President Donald Trump is reportedly considering giving up Washington’s exclusive role in leading NATO’s military command, NBC News has claimed, citing defense officials.

The outlet said Trump is exploring the possibility of relinquishing control of the office of Supreme Allied Commander Europe (SACEUR), which has been held by a US four-star general since the bloc’s founding in 1949.

The SACEUR is tasked with overseeing NATO military operations in Europe. The position is currently held by Gen. Christopher G. Cavoli, who has also been in charge of NATO’s coordination of military assistance to Kiev throughout the Ukraine conflict. If the US does give up ownership of the role, it would likely be filled by one of NATO’s European member states.

According to NBC, Trump weighing the move is part of a broader effort to restructure US military commands and reduce defense expenditures. The report states that his administration has been looking into cutting costs within the Department of Defense.

US may abandon 75-year NATO command – NBC News.

The Trump administration is considering reorganising the command to cut costs.

The general who currently holds this position is the head of the US European Command and the person responsible for supporting Ukraine in its war… pic.twitter.com/dXD5PK04MV

— Jürgen Nauditt 🇩🇪🇺🇦 (@jurgen_nauditt) March 19, 2025

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The two leaders addressed key issues, including a proposed 30-day ceasefire, a prisoner exchange, and maritime security

Russian President Vladimir Putin and his US counterpart Donald Trump have held a phone conversation lasting over two hours, discussing a peaceful resolution to the Ukraine conflict. 

The Kremlin reported that the two leaders spoke about a suggested 30-day ceasefire, a prisoner exchange, and maritime security, with Putin responding positively to Trump’s proposals. Both leaders expressed interest in normalizing US-Russia relations, agreeing to continue discussions on global security, economic cooperation, and even cultural exchanges like NHL-KHL hockey matches.

The Kremlin has published a summary on the outcome of the call:

A phone conversation between Vladimir Putin and US President Donald Trump took place on March 18, 2025.

Reaffirming his commitment to a peaceful resolution of the conflict, President Putin expressed readiness to work closely with American partners on a thorough and comprehensive settlement. He emphasized that any agreement must be sustainable and long-term, addressing the root causes of the crisis while considering Russia’s legitimate security interests.

Kremlin releases Putin-Trump phone call summary (FULL STATEMENT)
»Both leaders reaffirmed their commitment to continuing efforts toward resolving the Ukraine conflict bilaterally, incorporating the proposals discussed. To facilitate this, Russian and American expert groups… pic.twitter.com/aNBRDAoVtQ

— Peter G. Spengler (@pspengle) March 18, 2025

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The UK will keep giving military aid to Ukraine despite Vladimir Putin demanding Western arms supplies to Kyiv come to a halt.

The Telegraph understands that there has been no shift in the Foreign Office position and British lethal and humanitarian aid to Ukraine will continue.

The Russian president said on Tuesday that a comprehensive ceasefire would only work if foreign military aid and intelligence sharing with Ukraine came to an end.

The European Union said this morning it would continue sending military aid to Ukraine, claiming Russia was not ready to make any concessions.

“What Russia wants is that Ukraine will let all the guards down,” Kaja Kallas, the EU’s top diplomat, told reporters in Brussels.

Germany plans to release an extra €3bn in military aid for Ukraine in a major breakthrough after Olaf Scholz, the outgoing Chancellor, previously blocked a new financial package.

Britain to continue Ukraine weapons supply despite Putin’s demandshttps://t.co/gbNiqpIiBQ

— Timo Vainionpää priv/acc (@TimoVainionpaa) March 19, 2025

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Turkish authorities detained Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu – a key rival to President Recep Tayyip Erdogan – on Wednesday as part of corruption and terrorism investigations.

Detention orders were also issued for around 100 others connected to the mayor, including his press adviser Murat Ongun, according to state-run news agency Anadolu Agency.

The move came just days before the main opposition Republican People’s Party (CHP) was scheduled to hold a primary election where Imamoglu was expected to be chosen as its presidential candidate.

CHP leader Ozgur Ozel called the detention “a coup attempt against our next president.”

Video from CNN Turk showed police wearing riot gear and dozens of security vehicles outside Imamoglu’s home.

Turkish police arrest Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu.

A popular and powerful figure within the CHP, Imamoglu is President Erdogan's main rival, and his detention comes days before he was to be named a candidate for the 2028 presidential electionhttps://t.co/7nscPlvYnE pic.twitter.com/9DNlwYBxgd

— AFP News Agency (@AFP) March 19, 2025

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The Ukrainian military allegedly attacked an energy site deep inside Russia after it announced a pause on long-range strikes

The Ukrainian military has attacked an oil transfer facility in Russia’s Krasnodar Region that services an international pipeline operation partially owned by American investors, the Defense Ministry in Moscow announced on Wednesday.

US President Donald Trump spoke with Russian President Vladimir Putin on the phone for more than two hours on Tuesday, with the two leaders announcing progress on the path towards a truce in the Ukraine conflict. Moscow agreed to suspend attacks against Ukrainian infrastructure for 30 days, with Ukraine’s Vladimir Zelensky publicly endorsing the partial ceasefire.

The overnight attack involved three kamikaze drones directed against a station near the village of Kavkazskaya, the ministry reported. The facility is used to transfer crude from rail-transported tanks to a pipeline operated by the Caspian Pipeline Consortium (CPC), an international firm that counts US giants Chevron and Mobil among its partners.

Ukraine immediately broke Putin-Trump deal on energy targets – Moscow — RT Russia & Former Soviet Union

"The Ukrainian military allegedly attacked an energy site deep inside Russia after it announced a pause on long-range strikes"

https://t.co/B1FibhCPOZ

— Lew Loot 🇷🇺 🇬🇧 (@LewLoot) March 19, 2025

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