The Russian leader sees direct talks with Trump as essential to achieving his ultimate aims in Ukraine.
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Trump and Putin to Meet in ‘Coming Days,’ Kremlin Aide Confirms
A summit between President Trump and President Vladimir V. Putin would come as the United States has urged Russia to agree to a cease-fire in Ukraine or face new sanctions.
Staggering U.S. Tariffs Begin as Trump Widens Trade War
The duties, which the president announced last week, took effect for about 90 countries just after midnight.
Huckabee Says U.S.-Backed Aid Sites in Gaza Will ‘Scale Up’
The Gaza Humanitarian Foundation will soon operate 16 distribution sites instead of four, said Mike Huckabee, the United States ambassador to Israel.
Trump’s Tariff Gamble Puts America’s Ties With India at Risk
As the president pursues his goals on Russia and trade, America’s relationship with an important partner in Asia could end up as collateral damage.
Trump Tells European Leaders He Intends to Meet With Putin and Zelensky
If the meeting goes ahead as President Trump described, it will be the first in-person summit between an American and Russian president in more than four years.
India Digs In After Trump Doubles Tariffs
Facing a 50 percent tariff as a penalty for buying Russian oil, India says it is “unfortunate” that it is being punished for acting in its national interest.
With Sanctions Looming, Trump’s Envoy to Russia Meets With Putin
The envoy, Steve Witkoff, passed along “signals” from President Trump, according to an aide to President Vladimir V. Putin. Mr. Witkoff was making his fifth visit to Russia this year.
With Canada No Longer Able to Rely on U.S., Carney Pushes New Markets
Prime Minister Mark Carney suggested he’s unlikely to add additional retaliatory tariffs on U.S. goods, but he is trying to help affected companies develop new products and find new buyers.
Bolsonaro House Arrest Casts Shadow Over Brazil-U.S. Trade Talks
The Brazilian Supreme Court justice’s order could complicate efforts to negotiate over President Trump’s punishing tariffs, set to go into effect this week.