Ukraine Offers Rare Earth Deal to Trump for More Us Military Aid

France suggests partial one-month truce between Russia and Ukraine

Such a truce would determine whether Putin is ‘acting in good faith’, French foreign minister says. Europe live – latest updates France is proposing a partial one-month truce between Russia ...

The Guardian - 3d

What hurdles does Europe's peace plan for Ukraine face?

Whatever words are used to frame the plan, enormous challenges lie ahead, the BBC's Frank Gardner writes.

BBC News - 3d

Europe Faces a Huge Bill to Defend Ukraine. Investors Are Thrilled.

Europeans would need to ramp up military spending quickly, a notion that has set off a market rally, led by defense stocks.

The New York Times - 3d

Alexander Vindman argues U.S. mistakes incited Russia-Ukraine war

In his new book, "The Folly of Realism," Ret. Lt. Col. Alexander Vindman argues that mistakes made by the U.S. emboldened Russia to invade Ukraine in 2022. Vindman joins "America Decides" to ...

CBS News - 3d

Is It Time to Transfer Frozen Russian Assets to Ukraine? Calls Grow Louder.

President Trump’s threat to abandon Ukraine added urgency to plans to fund security or reconstruction with the roughly $300 billion owned by Russia’s central bank.

The New York Times - 2d

Katya Adler: Fractured Europe seeks credible answers on Ukraine

Europe is scrambling to react to the relentless pace of change in Washington, but can it unite around a plan?

BBC News - 2d

National Security Adviser Mike Waltz on Ukraine ceasefire efforts

President Trump told Congress that negotiations for a Ukraine ceasefire have resumed following last week's tense Oval Office meeting with Ukraine's president. National Security Adviser Mike Waltz ...

CBS News - 1d

Briton captured while fighting for Ukraine jailed for 19 years in Russia

James Scott Rhys Anderson was charged with terrorism and ‘mercenary activities’ after capture in Kursk in November. A British citizen captured while fighting alongside the Ukrainian army has been ...

The Guardian - 1d

U.S. has halted sharing intelligence with Ukraine, CIA director says

The U.S. has paused intelligence sharing with its war torn ally, according to CIA Director John Ratcliffe.

CBS News - 1d

Briton accused of fighting for Ukraine jailed in Russia for 19 years

James Scott Rhys Anderson is the first UK citizen to be convicted by Russia during the war with Ukraine.

BBC News - 1d

Premature elections in Ukraine would only play into Putin’s hands

Putin likely sees elections as a way to replace the Ukrainian president with a more pliable alternative.

The Hill - 1d

How Europe could seize frozen Russian assets to fund Ukraine

One of the mechanisms Europe has at its disposal to make up the shortfall of American backing is to fully seize frozen Russian assets held in the region.

CNBC - 15h

About 20 countries could join Ukraine coalition, UK says

The countries, largely from Europe and the Commonwealth, would not all send troops but are offering support.

BBC News - 9h

How Soon Could Ukraine’s Forces ‘Start to Buckle’ Without U.S. Weapons?

It could be as little as four months, say analysts, as Europe scrambles to plug the hole in support left by President Trump’s suspension of military aid.

The New York Times - 9h

Keir Starmer makes fresh diplomatic push for Ukraine peace plan

UK prime minister talks to around 20 countries about joining ‘coalition of the willing’

Financial Times - 8h

European Union fails to agree on joint position on Ukraine support

Yahoo News - 4h

Envoy compares Ukraine intel sharing pause to "hitting a mule with a two-by-four"

Retired Lt.-Gen. Keith Kellogg, Trump's special envoy to Ukraine and Russia, said he thinks Ukraine could "move forward" after signing a key minerals deal.

CBS News - 39m

Guerrero plans to become free agent after season, fails to reach long-term deal with Blue Jays

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. plans to become a free agent after the season following the passing of his deadline to reach a long-term agreement with the Toronto Blue Jays

ABC News - Feb. 18

The Guardian view on Gaza’s future: the ceasefire and hostage deal must not fizzle out | Editorial

As Donald Trump persists with a monstrous proposal to remove Palestinians, the immediate need is to prevent fresh conflict. . The pain and damage wreaked in the last 16 months will reverberate ...

The Guardian - Feb. 20

MLB free agency: Pirates add lefty Andrew Heaney on one-year deal to boost pitching depth, per report

Heaney has experience both starting and coming out of relief

CBS Sports - Feb. 21

MLB, ESPN opting out of deal after 2025 season; league cites 'minimal coverage'

"Sunday Night Baseball" won't be on ESPN after this year.

Yahoo Sports - Feb. 21

Nissan stock surges on report it’s seeking Tesla deal. How the odd pairing could work.

What ailing Japanese automaker Nissan could have that Tesla would want.

MarketWatch - Feb. 21

UK court refuses to say financier acted in 'good faith' in Vatican deal but says he wasn't dishonest

A British court has largely backed the Vatican and refused to declare that a London-based financier acted in “good faith” in his dealings involving the Holy See’s investment in a London property

ABC News - Feb. 21

76ers' Paul George confirms he's gotten injections to 'play through pain' while dealing with finger injury

George said that he is trying to give the team everything he has

CBS Sports - Feb. 21

2024-25 NHL contract tracker: Kevin Lankinen, Logan Thompson get long-term deals amid strong seasons

Lankinen and Thompson have made good impressions on their new teams

CBS Sports - Feb. 22

MSG Networks reaches deal with Altice USA to bring back New York Knicks, Rangers games

Altice USA ends blackout with MSG Networks, restores New York Knicks, Rangers, Islanders, Devils games.

CNBC - Feb. 22

Should Astros trade for Nolan Arenado? Three reasons why a deal may not be the right move for Houston

The Astros have reportedly restarted negotiations with the Cardinals after they fell apart earlier this winter

CBS Sports - Feb. 23

Hamas says Netanyahu ‘sabotaging’ peace deal as Israel steps up West Bank operation – Middle East crisis live

Hamas official Basem Naim says Benjamin Netanyahu is ‘preparing atmosphere’ to return to war with Gaza. According to a report from Hebrew media outlet Ynet, Israel has told international ...

The Guardian - Feb. 24

Matthew Stafford trade scenarios: Three potential deals to acquire star Rams quarterback

A look at three potential trade packages that could make sense to land Stafford

CBS Sports - Feb. 24

Mohamed Salah turns it up to 11: devotion, dexterity – and a new deal? | Jonathan Liew

Arguments around the Liverpool star’s future keep adding up, but what if we’re all asking the wrong question?. There are numbers, of course, if you choose to want them. Records enough to drown in. ...

The Guardian - Feb. 25

Steelers QB situation: Pittsburgh wants deal done with Russell Wilson or Justin Fields before free agency

Pittsburgh wants its QB position finalized soon

CBS Sports - Feb. 25

Bills signing Khalil Shakir to four-year extension: Buffalo WR getting reported deal worth up to $60.2M

Shakir cashes in after a career campaign

CBS Sports - Feb. 25

Jai Lucas leads No. 2 Duke to blowout win over Miami amid reported deal to take over Hurricanes program

Jai Lucas is reportedly set to take over as Miami’s head coach next season.

Yahoo Sports - Feb. 26

Jaire Alexander trade rumors: Top 2025 landing spots for Packers CB as Green Bay explores deals, per report

The former All-Pro is already the subject of trade talks

CBS Sports - Feb. 26

Target strikes deal with sportswear brand Champion, as it tries to rev up apparel sales

Target has long used brand collaborations to attract shoppers to its stores and website.

CNBC - Feb. 26

The Five Worst Deals From The NHL's 2024 Trade Deadline, One Year Later

As we enter the final week before the NHL’s 2025 trade deadline, GMs are tempted to pay nearly any price to give their squads the edge to get them to the promised land. But deadline deals can sour ...

Yahoo Sports - Feb. 27