The American president’s preference for praising and excusing the Russian leader has yielded no progress toward peace in Ukraine.
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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.
Merz Says Germany Will Step Up Ukraine Weapons Support as Zelensky Visits
In the latest sign of a warming relationship, President Volodymyr Zelensky met in Berlin with Chancellor Friedrich Merz, who said Germany would increase funding for arms production and supplies.
Zelensky Is Expected in Berlin as Merz Steps Forward as Key Backer of Ukraine
A likely focus of talks between the two leaders will be military aid and whether Germany will provide Ukraine with the Taurus cruise missile.
Caught Between Russia and the U.S., Germany Aims to Be a Stronger Force in NATO
As Germany’s new chancellor increases military spending, he has presided over the activation of a German tank brigade based in Lithuania and raised alarms about the threat from Russia.
Satellite Images Suggest a Russian Plan to Restart Seized Ukrainian Nuclear Plant
Snaking power lines are part of Moscow’s goal to harness the power of the Zaporizhzhia facility, according to Greenpeace.
Russia Intensifies Attacks on Ukraine as U.S. Steps Back
With diplomatic efforts to reach a cease-fire appearing remote, and President Trump apparently abandoning the process, Russia has been escalating its assaults on Ukrainian cities and on the battlefield.
NATO Wants a Cordial Summit, but Trump or Zelensky Could Disrupt It
NATO’s leader is looking for little drama and a focus on new spending goals, not disagreements over Ukraine.
What’s Trump’s Vision on China, Russia and the World?
President Trump’s recent actions and statements suggest he might want an arrangement where the United States, China and Russia each dominate their sphere of influence.
At Least 12 Killed and Dozens Injured After Russia’s Air Strike In Ukraine
The attack involved nearly 370 missiles and drones, according to the Ukrainian Air Force. At least 12 people were killed.