A hard-line aide to the Russian president will instead lead the delegation, according to a Kremlin statement.
Tag: Embargoes and Sanctions
Taking Inches in Battle, Russia Demands Miles in Talks
Moscow thinks it’s winning in Ukraine and can play hardball diplomatically. Washington sees costly, incremental gains and an unrealistic negotiating position.
Trump to Lift Sanctions on Syria and Meet With New President
President Trump, on a state visit to Saudi Arabia, said he made the decision after speaking to the Saudi crown prince. The president is trying to drum up Saudi investment in the U.S.
E.U. Leaders Demand Russia Accept Ukraine Cease-fire by End of Day
European leaders threatened new sanctions unless Moscow accepted a cease-fire right away. President Trump seemed to endorse the idea of a meeting between Ukraine’s and Russia’s presidents, and said he might take part.
European Leaders Visit Ukraine and Press Russia for a 30-Day Cease-Fire
Faced with the threat of new sanctions, President Vladimir V. Putin called for direct talks between Ukraine and Russia in the coming days.
Putin Puts On Show of Defiance as Cease-fire Talks Drag On
Russia’s president used the celebration of victory in World War II to highlight the resources he has to keep fighting in Ukraine.
This Is the Trade Conflict Xi Jinping Has Been Waiting For
For years, the leader of China has planned to make the world dependent on its exports and know-how. But the strategy has costs for his own country.
Putin Enlists Russian Pride for War in Ukraine During Moscow Parade
The military parade marking the Soviet victory over Nazi Germany was intended to impress allies and tap into Russia’s deep sense of national pride.
Putin Enlists Russian Pride for War in Ukraine During Moscow Parade
The military parade marking the Soviet victory over Nazi Germany was intended to impress allies and tap into Russia’s deep sense of national pride.
Indian Defense Firm Says It Did Not Resell U.K. Technology to Russia
Hindustan Aeronautics, a major trading partner for a Russian arms agency, said that sensitive British technology stayed in India.