Beijing is betting that economic pressure and diplomatic defiance will force concessions, but its stance could put more strain on its ties with Europe at a crucial time.
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Russia Appears Unfazed by Trump’s Ukraine War Ultimatum
Russian officials and commentators have shown little indication that Moscow is about to change course under new pressure.
Rubio and China’s Top Envoy Vie for Influence in Asia Over Trump’s Tariffs
Secretary of State Marco Rubio wants to bolster ties with Asia to counter Beijing’s power, but President Trump’s tariff threats have nations asking why they should align with Washington.
Russia Bombards Ukraine as U.S. Frustration Mounts
Kyiv was the main target of an hourslong assault that killed at least two people, officials said. The barrage came hours before the top American and Russian diplomats met.
Russia Appears to Launch New Offensive in Ukraine Amid Peace Talks
Moscow’s dual campaign of intensified frontline attacks and bombardment of Ukrainian cities has further reduced the prospects for an end to the fighting.
Putin Keeps Pummeling Ukraine, Convinced Trump Is on His Side
The concessions offered so far by President Trump fall short of Russia’s stated war aims. But President Vladimir V. Putin appears certain that he has the upper hand in talks.
Ukraine Retreats From Most of Russia’s Kursk Region
The bold campaign Ukraine launched last summer to seize and occupy Russian territory appears to be nearing an end.
Europe Weighs Peacekeeping Role in Ukraine Amid Trump’s Embrace of Russia
The deeper discussion of a European force comes amid rising anger and dismay over President Trump’s embrace of Russia and abandonment of traditional allies.
America the Evil Mastermind? Not So Fast, Russians Are Told.
As President Trump begins to side with Russia, the Kremlin propaganda machine has changed its tune.
How China and Russia Compete, and Cooperate, in Central Asia
China’s leader, Xi Jinping, and President Vladimir V. Putin of Russia are courting regional leaders and pushing an alternative to the U.S.-led order.