What Russia and Ukraine want out of talks, as Trump speaks to Putin Tuesday
President Trump will speak with Russian President Vladimir Putin on Tuesday, as the U.S. pursues a ceasefire deal in Ukraine.
Russia-Ukraine war
Zelenskyy wants U.S. to hit Russia with 'maximum' sanctions if it refuses a ceasefire
Ukraine's president said he hopes the U.S. applies "maximum additional sanctions" on Russia if it refuses to accept a 30-day ceasefire, describing the Russian leader's "bravado" as a stalling tactic.
Putin voices doubts over a U.S.-proposed ceasefire with Ukraine, and sets conditions
Russia's president welcomed the idea of a ceasefire but warned Ukraine might use a 30-day truce to regroup and questioned how it would be enforced, as President Trump's envoy visited Moscow.
The U.S. will resume Ukraine military aid and intelligence, as Kyiv approves ceasefire
The United States said it will resume sending military aid and intelligence to Ukraine, as Ukraine agreed to a Trump administration proposal for a monthlong ceasefire.
The EU backs a big defense package as Zelenskyy confirms talks with the U.S. next week
European Union leaders have approved a major spending package on defense, where Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy — a non-EU leader invited to the summit — received a warm welcome.
Europe considers a major defense spending package as Trump signals disengagement
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen proposed an $840 billion plan to build up the bloc's defense, as President Trump pauses military aid to Ukraine.
U.K. prime minister unveils steps toward a Ukraine peace deal, urges U.S. cooperation
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer pledged more military aid, as well as the possibility of weapons and boots on the ground, to secure peace in Ukraine.
Zelenskyy leaves the White House early after Trump meeting gets heated
A meeting between President Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy grew contentious, with Trump telling Zelenskyy, "You're not acting at all thankful" for U.S. support.
Musk says federal workers should expect another round of 'pulse check' emails
President Trump warned federal workers who did not reply to recent emails asking them to describe "five things" they accomplished are "on the bubble" suggesting they are at risk of losing their jobs.
Ukraine's Zelenskyy will meet Trump Friday to finish a minerals deal
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and President Trump say they will meet Friday in Washington as the two countries finalize a deal on mineral resources.