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U.S. envoy reportedly in Moscow to meet with Putin about potential Ukraine ceasefire

Russian media is reporting President Trump's special envoy for Russia and Ukraine, Steve Witkoff, has arrived in Moscow as the U.S. prepares to present Russia with a 30-day ceasefire proposal that ...

CBS News - 5d

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 - 5d

Putin, in No Hurry for 30-Day Truce, Seeks Ukrainian Concessions

The remarks by the Russian leader suggested he wanted to draw out negotiations or make a truce impossible. Ukraine’s leader called the response to a cease-fire plan “manipulative.”

The New York Times - 5d

Ukraine war briefing: Mandatory evacuations on border with Kursk as Putin mulls ceasefire

Moscow offers heavily qualified support for US-Ukraine proposal as Russia regains more of Kursk region Continue reading...

The Guardian - 5d

Putin Stops Far Short of Agreeing to a Cease-Fire, and Adds Tough Conditions

President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine said the Russian leader had no desire to end the war, proposing conditions that made a truce unattainable.

The New York Times - 5d

FirstFT: Vladimir Putin pushes maximalist demands in Ukraine talks

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Financial Times - 5d

Trump Turns to an Untested Emissary, Steven Witkoff, to Engage Putin

Steven Witkoff, a real estate developer and friend of the president’s, lacks diplomatic experience, but the new administration might view that as a plus.

The New York Times - 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

The Papers: 'Benefit cut for 1m' and 'Putin must not play games'

A mix of stories make up the front of Saturday's papers, with a focus on government spending cuts and the war in Ukraine.

BBC News - 4d

Republican Russophilia: how Trump Putin-ised a party of cold war hawks

The idea of Moscow as a paragon of Christian nationalism has penetrated the party of Reagan – and the lurch in US policy has huge implications for the global order. Never miss global breaking ...

The Guardian - 3d

Trump and Putin expected to speak this week about ceasefire terms, envoy says

Steve Witkoff says US discussions with Russian president ‘positive’ and ‘solution-based’ and leaders likely to speak. Donald Trump ’s envoy Steve Witkoff said on Sunday that he expected the US ...

The Guardian - 2d

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

Trump plans Tuesday talks with Putin on Russia-Ukraine war

US president says ‘a lot of work’ has been done over weekend towards ceasefire deal

Financial Times - 1d

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 - 1d

Can Trump extract concessions on Ukraine from Putin over the phone?

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Financial Times - 1d

What to expect from Trump's phone call with Putin on Ukraine

The US president says elements of a Ukraine ceasefire have been agreed, but "much remains" to be worked on.

BBC News - 18h

German MPs approve €500bn spending boost to counter ‘Putin’s war of aggression’

Historic levels of spending on military and infrastructure secured in Bundestag with last-minute backing of Greens. Europe live – latest updates Germany’s parliament has voted in favour of ...

The Guardian - 15h

Former Putin-appointed governor on trial for breaching UK sanctions

Dmitrii Ovsiannikov is accused of receiving more than £75,000 from his wife and a new Mercedes Benz SUV from his brother.

BBC News - 12h

Pete Songi on Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin’s phone call – cartoon

The Guardian - 12h

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 - 11h

Why No One Should Trust This Trump-Putin Phone Call

There are too many unanswered questions that raise suspicions.

The New York Times - 7h

Putin Agrees to Limited Cease-Fire on Ukraine Energy Targets

In a call with President Trump, Russia’s leader agreed to pause strikes on energy infrastructure. Ukraine also appeared willing to accept such a halt, though it fell short of the unconditional ...

The New York Times - 4h

Putin agrees in Trump call to pause Ukraine energy attacks but no full ceasefire

The Russian leader declines to sign up to a plan that Ukraine had accepted for a month-long ceasefire.

BBC News - 2h

Why Putin’s ceasefire demands are a test case for Europe’s resolve

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Financial Times - 1h

Josh Giddey to travel with Bulls on 6-game trip, though it's not clear when he'll return from injury

Coach Billy Donovan said Thursday the point guard will travel with the team and there is “some optimism” he will play during the trip. Giddey left in the fourth quarter of Chicago's win over ...

Yahoo Sports - 5d

Foreign policy expert on how to get Russia on board with a ceasefire

The White House said negotiations with Russia will begin immediately to end the war in Ukraine. President Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin spoke on the phone on Tuesday. Putin agreed to ...

CBS News - 8h

Want to Show Real Employee Appreciation? Avoid These 3 Recognition Pitfalls

It’s Employee Appreciation Day today. Smart business owners and managers will learn from these failures to bolster workplace morale.

Inc. - Mar. 7

Just Before It Was a Cult Film, ‘Rocky Horror Show’ Was a Broadway Flop

Tim Curry and colleagues recall the musical’s misadventure at the Belasco Theater in 1975.

The New York Times - Mar. 7

The pink protest at Trump’s speech shows the Democrats aren’t coming to save us

The general reaction is that this was yet another stunning example of how spineless and performative the Democrats are. Happy International Women’s Day (IWD), everyone! I’ve got some good news and ...

The Guardian - Mar. 8

Pope Francis shows 'slight improvement' amid weekslong hospitalization, Vatican says

Pope Francis has shown a "gradual, slight improvement" after more than three weeks in the hospital, the Vatican said Saturday.

NBC News - Mar. 8

Bewildering Steph stat shows magnificence of his 25K-point feat

Here's a wild stat to highlight the magnificence of Golden State Warriors superstar Steph Curry's historic 25,000-point scoring milestone.

Yahoo Sports - Mar. 8

Pope showing "gradual, slight improvement" amid double pneumonia treatment

The 88-year-old pope has remained stable, with no fever and good oxygen levels in his blood for several days, doctors said.

CBS News - Mar. 8

'We showed a real mentality' - light at end of tunnel for Tottenham?

Manager Ange Postecoglou hails Tottenham's spirit after his side come from behind to draw with Bournemouth.

BBC News - Mar. 9

Dramatic video shows thick smoke, flames after Pennsylvania plane crash

Dramatic video captured smoke and flames after a plane crashed in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. Emergency crews responded to the site, and according to the Federal Aviation Administration, five ...

NBC News - Mar. 9

3 Charts That Show Students Still Struggle After Covid

Since the Covid-19 pandemic, U.S. students haven’t recovered, and it’s widening inequality in our country. Sarah Mervosh, an education reporter at The New York Times who focuses on K-12 schools, ...

The New York Times - Mar. 11

Ukraine’s drone strike shows it is not helpless without US intelligence

Attack on Moscow as peace talks began was designed to reinforce Kyiv’s proposal for an air truce with Russia. Ukraine’s decision to launch a drone attack into Russia as the next phase of peace ...

The Guardian - Mar. 11

USAid employees told to destroy classified documents, email shows

Officials have begun large-scale destruction of classified documents, including using shredders and ‘burn bags’. US politics live – latest updates Officials at the US Agency for International ...

The Guardian - Mar. 11

Duterte’s Arrest Shows Power and Limits of the International Criminal Court

The arrest represents a significant victory for the I.C.C., but only a narrow set of circumstances made it possible.

The New York Times - Mar. 11

US-Ukraine agreement shows a deal is never dead with Trump

That both countries were able to make progress after a bitter White House meeting suggests Trump is always open to further negotiations.

BBC News - Mar. 12

Blizzard Boss Says More TV Shows And Movies Are Possible

2016's Warcraft movie is one of the highest-grossing video game movies ever. That money was largely attributable to China, and reviews of the film were not all that great. Despite that, Blizzard ...

GameSpot - 6d

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