The price tag for reconstruction has soared, driving debate among U.S. and European officials, legal experts and others about using frozen Russian assets to pay for it.
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U.K. Defends Sending Ukraine Weapons with Depleted Uranium
President Vladimir V. Putin of Russia falsely claimed the material had a “nuclear component.” Many armies, including Russia’s, use it in weapons.
The NATO Alliance Is Holding Strong on Ukraine. But Fractures Are Emerging.
The allies differ on strategy for the coming year and the more immediate question of what Ukraine needs ahead of a major offensive in the spring.
Biden’s Goals on Northern Ireland Present Challenges for Sunak
The American president wants Britain’s squabble with Europe over Northern Ireland trade issues settled before the 25th anniversary of the peace accord that ended sectarian violence in the North.
China Withdraws 6 Diplomats From U.K. After Consulate Scuffle
The British government had asked the Chinese officials to waive their diplomatic immunity and allow an investigation into how a pro-democracy protester was beaten.