European Leaders Look for Allies to Secure Ukraine Russia Peace Deal

Kremlin casts doubt on Trump claim Russia would accept European troops in Ukraine

Spokesperson reiterates position as sources say Putin is committed to Russian control of Ukraine’s political future. The Kremlin has appeared to reject Donald Trump’s claim that Vladimir Putin is ...

The Guardian - 6d

UK's Starmer says Europe is at ‘crossroads in history’ as leaders agree to steps to Ukraine peace

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has rallied his European counterparts to shore up their borders and throw their full weight behind Ukraine as he announced outlines of a plan to end Russia’s war

ABC News - 1d

Will Europe fill security gaps against Russia if U.S. pulls back from aiding Ukraine?

As the U.S. appears to be changing its priorities surrounding the Ukraine-Russia war, European leaders are huddling to plan for the continent's security needs. CBS News contributor Sam Vinograd has ...

CBS News - 6h

Christie: Trump 'looks and sounds like an ally of Putin'

Former New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie (R) said Sunday that President Trump “looks and sounds like an ally" of Russian President Vladimir Putin. The comments from Christie came during a panel ...

The Hill - 10h

The art of the peace deal

Can talks between the US and Russia reach a lasting settlement over Ukraine? So far, argues historian Margaret MacMillan, the signs are not looking good

Financial Times - 2d

Ukraine Promises Swift Deal for Minerals as Trump Cuts Kyiv Out of Peace Talks

President Trump on Friday continued to bash President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine and pressure him for mineral rights.

The New York Times - Feb. 22

Trump says peace deal to end war in Ukraine could happen 'within weeks'

President Trump met with France’s President Macron regarding the war in Ukraine. Trump is pushing for a deal to access Ukraine’s minerals as a way to repay the U.S. for billions of dollars in ...

NBC News - Feb. 25

Starmer says UK is prepared to put troops in Ukraine to support peace deal during Trump presser

President Trump held a press conference with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer at the White House where they discussed the future of Ukraine's security if a peace deal with Russia is reached. ...

CBS News - 4d

Europe has a lot to do before it can exert real influence on a Ukraine peace deal

The continent’s role in any ceasefire will be limited unless countries commit more to Kyiv and the Zelenskyy-Trump relationship is repaired. Ukraine war: live updates Europe and the UK are ...

The Guardian - 1d

UK and France aim for new Ukraine peace deal as Macron pushes for initial 1-month truce

London and Paris pursue European plan after Zelenskyy’s furious encounter with Trump

Financial Times - 18h

Some European Allies Fear Trump Is Out to Destroy Them

Debate is building over just how deep the Trump administration’s antagonism runs, and whether the real goal is to destroy the European Union.

The New York Times - 4d

Top Democrat says Trump may seek mineral deal with both Russia and Ukraine

Jeanne Shaheen discusses Trump’s demand that Kyiv grant US firms access to rare-earth reserves for helping end war. Donald Trump may be pursuing a mineral rights deal with Vladimir Putin and Russia ...

The Guardian - 4d

Starmer’s diplomatic flurry puts him at centre of attempts to shape Ukraine-Russia deal

PM’s decision to bring forward Zelenskyy meeting and forge Franco-British peace plan shows UK can still play global leadership role . Russia-Ukraine war – latest news updates As Keir Starmer ...

The Guardian - 1d

European leaders back Zelensky after Trump clash

The Ukrainian president thanks European leaders for their support after a flurry of messages on social media.

BBC News - 2d

In Private Remarks on Russia, Rubio Tries to Reassure Europeans

European officials were not sure what to make of the secretary of state’s measured assessment of Washington’s apparent pivot toward Moscow.

The New York Times - Feb. 22

Sen. Mullin: ‘I don’t believe for a second’ Russia will invade NATO allies

As Ukrainian President Zelenskyy warns that Russia could be eyeing advances into NATO nations, Sen. Markwayne Mullin (R-Okla.) says he does not believe that will happen.

NBC News - Feb. 23

Myanmar's head of military government travels to ally Russia for talks with Putin

The head of Myanmar’s military government is traveling to Russia, a major ally of the Southeast Asian nation shunned by much of the West for overthrowing a democratically elected government and ...

ABC News - 19h

Easterby looks to new leaders for history chase

Round three of the Six Nations brings together two sides under interim management but in hugely contrasting form and mood.

BBC News - Feb. 22

Starmer and Macron step up to shape European security as Trump roils relations

The leaders of Britain and France are spearheading a desperate diplomatic drive to shore up Europe’s security, bolster Ukraine’s defenses and ensure the Trump administration doesn’t seek a ...

ABC News - 7h

Sudan's paramilitary RSF and allies sign a deal to pave the way for parallel government

Yahoo News - Feb. 23

Putin ally pushes deal to restart Nord Stream 2 with US backing

Ex-spy Warnig’s plan to involve American investors shows breadth of Trump’s rapprochement with Russian president

Financial Times - 1d

European leaders jump to Zelensky's defense after contentious meeting with Trump

European leaders jumped to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky’s defense after his contentious meeting with President Trump in Washington that started with a warm tone but derailed swiftly. The ...

The Hill - 3d

European Leaders Rally Around Zelensky After Explosive Meeting With Trump

The statements piled up on social media, offering words of encouragement to the Ukrainian leader and his people.

The New York Times - 2d

European leaders rally behind Zelenskyy after Oval Office blowup

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said it is important that his country's plight "is not forgotten" after an explosive Oval Office meeting with President Donald Trump and Vice President JD ...

CBS News - 2d

Most European leaders back Zelenskyy as he joins crisis talks in London

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy arrived in London ahead of a summit with other European leaders organized by British Prime Minister Keir Starmer.

CBS News - 2d

The Latest: Britain is hosting a summit of European leaders to shore up support for Zelenskyy

Britain is hosting a summit of European leaders to shore up support for Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy after an astonishing Oval Office blowout with President Donald Trump that left many ...

ABC News - 1d

European leaders try to contain fallout from Trump-Zelenskyy clash

European leaders are seeking to contain the damage from President Trump and Ukraine's President Zelenskyy’s Oval Office clash, with Britain declaring a coalition of the willing with money and ...

NBC News - 13h

Trump and Vance Scolded Ukraine’s Leader

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The New York Times - 3d

US breaks with UN and G7 allies over Ukraine war measures

Also in today’s newsletter, Trump says 25% tariffs on Canada and Mexico will go ahead next week as planned

Financial Times - 6d

Murkowski rebukes Trump over Ukraine: ‘Walking away from our allies’

The Alaska senator’s statement was a rare note of dissent from a Republican.

Politico - 2d

The Papers: 'US rift with Ukraine grows' and 'UK hunts new allies'

The latest comments from world leaders over the war in Ukraine dominate the front pages on Tuesday.

BBC News - 1h

Ukraine or Russia: Whose Side Is Trump On?

Nick asks former UK foreign secretary Jeremy Hunt.

BBC News - Feb. 20

Is a truce between Ukraine and Russia possible?

President Macron proposes one-month ceasefire.

BBC News - 9h

Macron, Trump offer contrasting paths to peace in Ukraine

French President Emmanuel Macron met with President Trump at the White House on Monday, marking three years since Russia invaded Ukraine. The meeting came after European powers were excluded from ...

CBS News - Feb. 24

UK and France to work with Ukraine on peace plan

Starmer says European initiative would then be discussed with White House