Russia’s leader recently rejected the idea of an interim truce in Ukraine. But he wants to maintain his relationship with President Trump.
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U.S. and Ukrainian Officials to Meet Next Week About Path to End War
The officials plan to meet next week to discuss the first steps of an agreement, after President Trump cast doubt on U.S. support for Ukraine in recent days.
Israel Halts Aid to Gaza and Proposes New Cease-Fire Framework
Israel has called for Hamas to accept a temporary extension of the existing cease-fire deal, and to release more hostages.
Israel Halts All Aid Into Gaza Immediately as Cease-Fire Expires
The move came hours after Israel had proposed a temporary extension of the truce, though one with terms that Hamas is unlikely to accept.
Gaza Cease-Fire Could End in Days, With No Extension Agreed. What Happens Next?
Less than a week before it expires, Israel and Hamas have failed to agree to extend the cease-fire in Gaza. Here’s how the deal could still continue — and what happens if it doesn’t.
Thanks to Trump, Saudi Arabia Gets a Big Week in Diplomacy
Riyadh is hosting U.S., Russian and Arab officials for high-stakes talks on Ukraine and Gaza, more proof of its regional clout and warm relations with President Trump.
Trump Says He May Cut Aid to Jordan and Egypt if They Don’t Take Gazans
The president turned up the pressure on the two nations to agree to his proposal for them to house the Palestinian population of Gaza and said the Palestinians would not have the right to return to the territory.
Inside Trump’s Hastily Written Proposal to ‘Own’ Gaza
Although the president had been talking about the idea for weeks, there had been no meetings on the subject, and senior members of his government were taken by surprise.
Steven Witkoff, Trump’s Middle East Envoy, Makes Rare Trip to Gaza
Steven Witkoff, who played an important role in brokering the truce between Israel and Hamas, also met with Israel’s prime minister and visited Saudi Arabia.
Steven Witkoff, Trump’s Envoy to the Middle East, to Meet Netanyahu in Israel
Steven Witkoff played an important role in brokering the cease-fire deal between Israel and Hamas.