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Ukraine to sign critical minerals deal ‘in the very short term’, US claims
National security adviser Mike Waltz tells conference that ‘economic partnership’ will be ‘good’ for KyivFinancial Times - Feb. 21 -
After years of firm support, 10 days upended the US approach to Ukraine
As Ukraine approached the three-year mark of Russia’s full-scale invasion, the country’s hoped-for path to a favorable and lasting peace has been upended in a matter of days by the administration ...ABC News - Feb. 22 -
US says revenue from minerals deal will fuel Ukraine’s postwar growth
Kyiv remains sceptical of plan as Treasury secretary Scott Bessent denies it is ‘coercive’ in FT opinion articleFinancial Times - Feb. 23 -
GOP rep calls US-Ukraine resource deal 'victim extortion'
Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick (R-Pa.) said Sunday that forcing Ukraine to agree to a resource deal with the U.S. in exchange for the possibility of support against Russia is akin to “victim extortion.” ...The Hill - Feb. 23 -
Bessent says US-Ukraine deal has 'implicit' economic security guarantee
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said a U.S.-Ukraine deal featuring “strategic minerals, energy and state-owned enterprises” has an “implicit” economic security guarantee. “This deal is part of ...The Hill - Feb. 23 -
US votes against UN resolution condemning Russia for Ukraine war
The U.S. voted against a resolution condemning Russia as the aggressor in the war in Ukraine that passed the United Nations General Assembly on Monday, marking three years since Russia’s launched ...The Hill - Feb. 24 -
These 17 countries voted with US against Ukraine UN resolution
Seventeen countries in the United Nations General Assembly joined the U.S. on Monday in voting against a nonbinding resolution condemning Russia as the aggressor in the ongoing war in Ukraine — ...The Hill - Feb. 24 -
US drives Ukraine war measure through UN with Russian backing
Security Council resolution calling for ‘swift end’ to conflict deals further blow to western unityFinancial Times - Feb. 24 -
FirstFT: US drives UN resolution on Ukraine war with Russian backing
Also in today’s newsletter, US companies left out of defence stock rally and BP abandons pledge to cut oil and gas outputFinancial Times - Feb. 25 -
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 plannedFinancial Times - Feb. 25 -
BBC Verify: How much has the US spent on aid to Ukraine?
US President Donald Trump claims the US has outspent Europe on aid to Ukraine by over $200bn. BBC Verify's Nick Eardley fact-checks Trump's claims.BBC News - Feb. 25 -
FirstFT: Ukraine agrees minerals deal in bid to improve US ties
Also in today’s newsletter, tax cut win for Trump, and a Big Read on the anti-vax movementFinancial Times - Feb. 26 -
Ukraine agrees to rare mineral deal with US for security guarantees
Ukraine has confirmed that its government will authorize a deal with the United States that they say would share revenue from some of Ukraine’s key mineral resources with the U.S. in exchange for ...NBC News - Feb. 26 -
US will not give Ukraine security guarantees ‘beyond very much’, Trump says
US president’s comments come as countries prepare to sign deal on critical mineralsFinancial Times - Feb. 26 -
Starmer to warn Trump that peace in Ukraine needs US military cover
UK prime minister heads for Washington as president reiterates need for Europe to provide the security for KyivFinancial Times - Feb. 26 -
Fact-checking Trump's claims on amount of US aid to Ukraine
President Donald Trump, as he navigates the Russia-Ukraine war, is making false claims about the amount of aid the U.S. has given to support Ukraine.ABC News - Feb. 26 -
Russia could reinvade Ukraine without US security guarantees, Starmer warns
UK prime minister faces major diplomatic effort to get president on board after he said no plans for US ‘backstop’. Keir Starmer has warned that Vladimir Putin could invade Ukraine again unless the ...The Guardian - Feb. 26 -
Keir Starmer to press Donald Trump on US military back-up to Ukraine
Also in today’s newsletter, what lawyers are saying about the US president’s ‘gold card’ visa schemeFinancial Times - Feb. 27 -
Can Europe deter Russia in Ukraine without US military?
Donald Trump will not get involved in security guarantees for Ukraine, but can Europe fill the gap?BBC News - 6d -
What we know about US-Ukraine minerals deal
The White House said the deal, which would give the US access to mineral deposits, was not signed on Friday.BBC News - 5d -
How US-Ukraine talks collapsed in 10 fiery minutes
There were major flashpoints throughout their meeting - here are four of the most animated.BBC News - 5d -
Zelensky wants US to 'stand more firmly' on Ukraine's side
US support is crucial, Zelensky says hours after the bust-up with Trump at the White House.BBC News - 4d -
Johnson: US 'not abandoning Ukraine,' but Zelensky's priorities 'in the wrong place'
House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) said that the U.S. is not "abandoning Ukraine" but that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky's priorities are not in the right place following a heated exchange ...The Hill - 4d -
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US suspends all military aid to Ukraine in wake of Trump-Zelenskyy row
Decision affects ammunition, vehicles and other equipment including weapons in transit. The Trump administration has suspended delivery of all US military aid to Ukraine, blocking billions in ...The Guardian - 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 - 2d -
What pause in US military aid could mean for Ukraine
It's a bitter blow for Ukraine and Europe - but not the first time the US has withheld aid, writes BBC's Jonathan Beale.BBC News - 2d -
What military aid was the US giving Ukraine and why has Trump paused it?
The US has provided $65.9bn in military support to Kyiv since Russia’s February 2022 invasion. The US has provided $65.9bn in military support to Ukraine since Russia’s 2022 invasion but further ...The Guardian - 2d -
Ukraine has firepower to fight on without US support – for now
Donald Trump’s decision to halt military aid is, however, likely to mean Ukraine will suffer more casualties at a faster rate. Ukraine has been stockpiling arms and ammunition since before Donald ...The Guardian - 1d -
Fears Ukraine defences will last only months without US
One Ukrainian soldier said the impact of the US aid pause would be "measured in lives"BBC News - 1d -
US aid pause raises stakes for Starmer over Ukraine
The prime minister will soon need evidence to show he can be a bridge between Trump and Ukraine.BBC News - 1d -
UK defence secretary to discuss ‘parameters’ of Ukraine peace plan in US talks
John Healey flies to Washington to persuade American counterpart to offer military ‘backstop’ for European forceFinancial Times - 1d -
Carville says Trump ‘trying to harm’ US with actions on Ukraine, tariffs
Democratic strategist James Carville ripped into President Trump's recent moves on Ukraine and tariffs, accusing the president of deliberately hurting the country. “He’s actually trying to harm the ...The Hill - 20h -
Top Zelensky aide says Ukraine-US meeting 'in near future'
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky’s top aide said a meeting between Washington and Kyiv delegations was scheduled for the “near future” to further discuss peace talks that could end the ...The Hill - 19h -
This city helped the US back Ukraine. Now its role is uncertain
Scranton's ammunition plant makes weapons for Ukraine, and Zelensky paid it a visit last year.BBC News - 6h -
US 'destroying' world order, Ukraine's ambassador to UK says
Valerii Zaluzhnyi's comments come amid an apparent cooling of tensions between Kyiv and Washington.BBC News - 2h -
Rubio says Ukraine conflict is part of US-Russia proxy war
Secretary of State Marco Rubio in a Wednesday interview described the war in Ukraine as a proxy war between the United States and Russia, as he sought to explain on the Oval Office blow-up last ...The Hill - 2h -
PM announces £200m support fund for industrial site
Sir Keir Starmer's announcement comes ahead of the refinery's planned closure this summer with the loss of more than 400 jobs.BBC News - Feb. 23 -
Watch: Decoding the PM's meeting with Donald Trump
The handshake, the jokes and diplomacy by flattery - analysing Starmer's first visit to the White House.BBC News - 6d -
Tensions boil over at Trump-Zelensky meeting
{beacon} 12:30 REPORT Happy Friday! Tomorrow is officially March 🍀🌸 Today's forecast in DC: ⛅ 56° (Find your weather here) In today's edition: Tensions erupt at Trump-Zelensky meeting Trump’s ...The Hill - 5d
