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Putin Visits Kursk to Cheer Russian Troops Trying to Oust Ukraine
The trip comes as President Trump looks to secure the Russian leader’s support for a 30-day cease-fire.The New York Times - 6d -
From daring invasion to rapid retreat: the end of Ukraine’s Kursk gambit
‘Our problems started long before,’ says Ukrainian soldier after seven months in occupied Russian regionFinancial Times - 5d -
Russia Says It Has Retaken Key Kursk Town From Ukraine
Ukrainian officials have not confirmed a retreat from the town in Russia’s Kursk region, parts of which were captured by Kyiv’s forces last summer.The New York Times - 5d -
Putin says any Ukraine ceasefire should ‘lead to long-term peace’
Russian President Vladimir Putin agreed in principle with U.S. ceasefire proposals, but said there were details that needed to be worked out, perhaps in a phone call with president Trump.NBC News - 5d -
Destruction of Ukraine dam caused ‘toxic timebomb’ of heavy metals, study finds
Researchers say environmental impact from Kakhovka dam explosion comparable to Chornobyl nuclear disaster. The destruction of a large Ukrainian dam in 2023 triggered a “toxic timebomb” of ...The Guardian - 5d -
The Guardian view on Trump and Ukraine: respite is possible, but resolution looks distant | Editorial
Will-they-won’t-they over a ceasefire does not change the underlying dynamics of US retreat from supporting Kyiv . A three-year conflict has taken bewildering, lurching turns in under a fortnight. ...The Guardian - 5d -
Israel-Hamas Talks Deadlocked as Trump Envoy Turns to Ukraine
The two sides are supposed to negotiate a second phase of the cease-fire agreement that would end the war, but they remain far apart on how to move forward.The New York Times - 5d -
FirstFT: Vladimir Putin pushes maximalist demands in Ukraine talks
Also in today’s newsletter, Tesla warns of exposure to retaliatory tariffs and DeepSeek focuses on researchFinancial Times - 5d -
Russian Mercenary Found Guilty of War Crimes in Ukraine by Finland Court
Voislav Torden, a commander in a Russian paramilitary group, was sentenced to life in prison for the attack and mutilation of Ukrainian soldiers in 2014.The New York Times - 5d -
Prospect of Ukraine ceasefire still uncertain despite Trump's optimism
Trump wants a fast end to the fighting, but Putin wants a "painstaking" discussion about details.BBC News - 4d -
US had productive talks with Putin over Ukraine war, Trump says
But Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky accuses Russia of dragging out ceasefire talks so it can continue the war.BBC News - 4d -
Starmer says Putin cannot be allowed to ‘play games’ over Ukraine ceasefire
UK PM to host virtual meeting of ‘coalition of the willing’ nations who have agreed to help enforce peace. Keir Starmer has warned that Vladimir Putin cannot be allowed to “play games” with the ...The Guardian - 4d -
The big question on Ukraine: is Trump ready to push Putin into peace? | Shaun Walker
Russian leader’s antagonism to Zelenskyy and lack of interest in a ceasefire leaves colossal task for US. David Lammy: Trump’s right, Putin can take the hard or easy way On paper, everyone is ...The Guardian - 3d -
Ukraine’s supporters move to ‘operational phase’ in ceasefire planning, Starmer says
‘Coalition of the willing’ will meet again on Thursday to discuss how a truce could be guaranteedFinancial Times - 3d -
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Trump, Putin to speak this week on Russia-Ukraine war, US envoy says
The U.S. is trying to broker a ceasefire, according to Trump special envoy.ABC News - 2d -
Why EU capitals are still arguing over more military aid to Ukraine
Also in this newsletter: why businesses want greater European tech independenceFinancial Times - 2d -
Trump plans Tuesday talks with Putin on Russia-Ukraine war
US president says ‘a lot of work’ has been done over weekend towards ceasefire dealFinancial Times - 2d -
U.S. to Withdraw From Group Investigating Responsibility for Ukraine Invasion
The decision is the latest indication of the Trump administration’s move away from holding President Vladimir V. Putin of Russia accountable for crimes committed against Ukrainians.The New York Times - 2d -
Trump Says He Will Call Putin to Discuss Ending Ukraine War
President Trump said negotiations over a U.S.-backed cease-fire proposal had continued over the weekend and that discussions had included “dividing up certain assets.”The New York Times - 2d -
Can Trump extract concessions on Ukraine from Putin over the phone?
Also in this newsletter: Merz’s fiscal revolution up for a vote in the BundestagFinancial Times - 1d -
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Italy's Meloni calls for 'pragmatism' on tariffs, supports Trump's ceasefire efforts for Ukraine
Italian Premier Giorgia Meloni on Tuesday called for “pragmatism” to prevent an EU-US dispute over tariffs from escalating into a full-scale trade war, and expressed support for U.S. President ...ABC News - 1d -
Trump and Putin agree on 'energy and infrastructure ceasefire' as step to Ukraine peace deal
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy last week said that Kyiv would agree to a broader 30-day ceasefire if Russia also signed.CNBC - 20h -
Putin gives Trump bare minimum on Ukraine but the war goes on
Trump made a big deal of his conversation with Putin, but there is little to shout about, Sarah Rainsford writes.BBC News - 16h -
Russia Escalated Sabotage to Pressure U.S. and Allies on Ukraine, Study Says
Anger at Russia’s covert efforts, which included targeting undersea cables, warehouses and railways, has the potential to influence European reactions to the U.S.-led push for an end to the war.The New York Times - 18h -
Trump and Putin Discuss Ukraine-Russia Cease-Fire: What to Know
The Kremlin said that President Vladimir V. Putin had agreed in a call with President Trump to temporarily stop strikes on Ukrainian energy infrastructure.The New York Times - 18h -
Vladimir Putin agrees to 30-day halt to attacks on Ukraine’s energy grid
Russian leader refuses to commit to a full month-long truce after high-stakes phone call with Donald Trump. Analysis: so bold are Putin’s ceasefire demands, it’s hard to believe he is entirely ...The Guardian - 16h -
Zelensky says Ukraine civilian infrastructure hit after Trump-Putin call
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Tuesday evening that Ukrainian civilian infrastructure was struck following a call between President Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin. ...The Hill - 16h -
The Papers: Ukraine truce hopes 'on a knife edge' and 'Worried sick'
Wednesday's front pages feature the phone call between Trump and Putin, and Labour's welfare reforms.BBC News - 11h -
Russia and Ukraine carry out attacks after Putin-Trump call
The attacks came hours after Vladimir Putin said Russia would stop targeting Ukrainian energy sites.BBC News - 10h -
Trump to speak with Ukraine's Zelensky following call with Putin about ceasefire
President Trump will speak with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Wednesday, a White House official told NewsNation, following Trump’s call with Russian President Vladimir Putin a day ...The Hill - 3h -
What Pausing Strikes on Energy Sites Would Mean for Ukraine and Russia
An agreement to suspend such attacks would affect a strategy key to both countries’ efforts to weaken the other. It would also be a significant step toward de-escalation.The New York Times - 3h -
Trump says Ukraine-Russia talks are 'on track' after call with Zelenskyy
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said he would hold talks with White House leader Donald Trump, as Moscow and Kyiv reported overnight attacks hours.CNBC - 32m -
Zelenskyy talks to Trump after Russia continues strikes on Ukraine
Ukrainian president says Vladimir Putin broke his promise to pause attacks on energy infrastructureFinancial Times - 12m -
How Stalker 2's Developers Persevered As Russia's Invasion Of Ukraine Began
GSC Game World went through far more harrowing events than most game developers--or people--ever will, during the development of Stalker 2: Heart of Chornobyl . What began as a long-awaited ...GameSpot - 32m -
Russian strike on Ukrainian town kills 11 as US cuts intelligence sharing with Kyiv
A Russian strike on a town in Ukraine’s embattled Donetsk region has killed at least 11 people as a wave of heavy aerial attacks continued into the second night following a U.S. decision to stop ...ABC News - Mar. 8 -
Ukrainian soldier who lost both legs in Russian drone strike says "freedom is expensive"
U.S. and Ukrainian officials are holding talks in Saudi Arabia on ending the war in Ukraine. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, heading the U.S. delegation, suggested Ukraine will have to agree to let ...CBS News - Mar. 10 -
A Trump-Putin pact is emerging – and Europe is its target | Rafael Behr
US betrayal of Ukraine is the rehearsal for a grander bargain with Moscow and an assault on continental solidarity. A prime time current affairs programme; a discussion about Donald Trump’s ...The Guardian - Mar. 12 -
Jeffrey Sachs and David Sacks take it to the ‘warmongers’ and Zelensky
There is a good chance that you have not read or heard about the horrific casualty numbers emanating from the war in Ukraine.The Hill - Mar. 8