Donald Trump's second non-consecutive term as US President will begin with his inauguration on January 20, 2025. Occurring on Martin Luther King Jr. Day, the event will feature a theme of democracy and a parade to the White House. Safety measures are heightened due to weather concerns and past security incidents, with limited tickets available.
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China warned parties in the Ukraine war on Thursday against making "irresponsible remarks" after President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Beijing knew its citizens were being recruited by Russia to fight in the conflict. Asked about Zelenskyy's assertion on Thursday, Beijing's foreign ministry told "relevant parties" to "refrain from expressing irresponsible remarks".
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