WORLD IN BRIEF: Putin sees Ukraine peace chance, US debt tops $40tn, Ruto cracks down on foreign traders and other stories

BusinessDay | 04-09-2026 06:54am |

A roundup of international news highlights that Russian President Vladimir Putin sees a chance for peace in Ukraine, the US national debt has surpassed $40 trillion, and Kenyan President William Ruto is cracking down on foreign traders. Additionally, US President Donald Trump has linked UK support on the Falklands to Britain's stance on a potential Iran war. These stories reflect significant global developments.

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