President Trump’s efforts to court President Vladimir V. Putin of Russia are rife with contradictions about stability and displays of American power.
Author: Anton Troianovski
Trump’s Foray Into Venezuela Could Embolden Russia’s and China’s Own Aggression
While both countries were allied with Nicolás Maduro, the U.S. attack could give them justification to use force in other spheres, analysts said.
Trump’s Foray Into Venezuela Could Embolden Russia’s and China’s Own Aggression
While both countries were allied with Nicolás Maduro, the U.S. attack could give them justification to use force in other spheres, analysts said.
Trump Long Wanted to ‘Take the Oil.’ He Says He’ll Do It in Venezuela.
The White House had pointed to drug trafficking and migration as reasons to crack down on Nicolás Maduro. But oil emerged as central to President Trump.
The Putin Confidant Who Pushed Back Against Russia’s War in Ukraine
Dmitri N. Kozak had worked with President Vladimir V. Putin for three decades before quitting in September. His associates described his break with the Russian leader.
Trump’s Security Strategy Focuses on Profit, Not Spreading Democracy
President Trump’s new National Security Strategy describes a country that is focused on doing business and reducing migration while avoiding passing judgment on authoritarians.
Longtime Putin Aide Who Opposed Ukraine War Is Granted Rare Resignation
Dmitri N. Kozak’s departure is one of the few known splinters in President Vladimir V. Putin’s inner circle since the start of his invasion of Ukraine.
Putin’s Message to Ukraine, Europe and Trump: I Won’t Back Down
With escalating airstrikes, the Russian leader appears determined to demonstrate that he will dictate the terms for any end to the war.
‘No Meeting Planned’ Between Putin and Zelensky, Top Russian Diplomat Says
It was the clearest sign yet that President Trump’s push for an imminent summit was faltering.
Russia Demands Role in Guaranteeing Ukraine’s Postwar Security
European and Ukrainian officials call the idea ludicrous, showing the large gaps in peace negotiations.