North America
Putin
As his envoy, Steve Witkoff, arrives in Moscow, Trump says he’d “love to meet with Putin” in person if possible. “We have to get a ceasefire deal over with fast,” he said.
2d ago
War in Ukraine
The diplomatic Rutte praised the president for pushing European allies to up defense spending, but was not going to agree with him about Greenland issue.
2d ago
G7
Rubio has called for the G7 to avoid “antagonistic” language toward Russia, saying it would hinder US diplomacy that could end the war that has killed tens of thousands of people.
2d ago
War in Ukraine
“We have a big meeting with Russia tomorrow,” US President says, adding that Zelensky is welcome to come back to the White House.
Mar. 12
Europe
France and Italy applaud the US-led effort in Saudi Arabia to negotiate a ceasefire with Russia. US Secretary of State says it’s up to the Kremlin now, as Europe readies security backup if needed.
Mar. 12
War in Ukraine
After Ukrainian delegation offers ceasefire proposal, US Secretary of State says it’s a good start, but adds, “You’re not going to get a ceasefire… unless both sides make concessions.”
Mar. 11
Ukraine
X was unresponsive for at least tens of thousands of users in the US on Monday. The owner and Trump’s government axeman says an IP address in Ukraine is behind it. Musk lost some $18B on the day.
Mar. 11
US
The “Amadea”, once belonging to Putin ally and Russian billionaire Suleiman Kerimov, and now seized in San Diego, is estimated at about $300 million.
Mar. 11
War in Ukraine
While walking with his three-year-old, the US Vice President was met by a small group of the hundreds of pro-Ukrainian demonstrators near his home in Ohio. He forgot when the invasion started.
Mar. 11
Ukraine
Kyiv Post exclusive: The Trump White House is moving toward accepting key Russian demands, emboldening the Kremlin as it seeks to undermine Zelensky and shape the war’s end on Moscow’s terms.
Updated: Mar. 10
Ukraine
Trump has wanted a Nobel Peace Prize for years. Now some politicians and reporters have suggested that he could finally get it – if he offers solid security guarantees to Ukraine.
Mar. 7
Ukraine
US President Donald Trump said it has been easier to work with Russia than Ukraine during ongoing peace negotiations during Friday’s surprise Oval Office address.
Updated: Mar. 7
Ukraine
The decision comes as Washington piles new requirements on Kyiv to restart military aid.
Mar. 7
Zelensky
Zelensky will meet with Saudi Crown Prince, then Kyiv team to resume talks with US senior diplomats on a Ukrainian peace “framework.” Coincidentally, Trump will be there for work on a “business deal.”
Mar. 7
Putin
Republican leaders turn down resolution after resolution, including one to blame Putin for starting the war, and even failed to condemn Russia for the kidnapping of Ukrainian children.
Mar. 6
Trump
The ruling upholds a district court’s decision and releases those frozen funds to non-profit aid groups for services rendered around the world, including Ukraine.
Mar. 6