Is Trump's abrupt turn on Ukraine giving Taiwan the jitters?

Trump's abrupt change of US policy on Ukraine raises questions about Taiwan support

U.S. President Donald Trump’s abrupt reversal of three years of American policy toward Ukraine has raised concerns China might become emboldened to push its territorial claim on Taiwan, though ...

ABC News - Feb. 24

Taiwan holds its breath as Trump turns on Ukraine and upends US foreign policy

The mood in Taipei is one of wariness as the new US president takes a blowtorch to diplomatic norms and assurances. It’s a bustling morning at the Dongmen wet market, in inner-city Taipei. Mr Yu is ...

The Guardian - Feb. 21

How Taiwan is reacting to Trump's treatment of Ukraine and Zelenskyy

President Trump's dust-up with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is causing concern in Taiwan about their relationship with the U.S. CBS News foreign correspondent Ramy Inocencio has more.

CBS News - 1d

Taiwan Watches Trump Undercut Ukraine, Hoping It Won’t Be Next

As President Trump turns toward Russia, Taiwan grapples with its reliance on U.S. support in the face of conflict with China.

The New York Times - Feb. 25

Macron ‘turning point’ on Ukraine lacks Trump commitments

French president to be followed by British PM in seeking support for US ‘backstop’ in postwar Ukraine

Financial Times - Feb. 25

The Art of the Sellout: Trump is giving away the store in Ukraine

If Trump were truly the master negotiator he claims to be, he would understand that you don’t start by announcing what you’re willing to concede for free.

The Hill - Feb. 21

What’s really behind Trump’s abrupt pivot to Russia?

The president has shocked allies by opening talks with Moscow and criticising Ukraine. Will this dramatic shift in US foreign policy hold?

Financial Times - Feb. 21

Zelensky Turns to Diplomacy in Russia-Ukraine War After Clash With Trump

After a startling clash with President Trump, who has echoed the Kremlin view of the war, Ukraine’s leader is trying to shore up European support and smooth over relations with Washington.

The New York Times - 2d

The Papers: 'Trump turns off Ukraine missiles' and 'serial spiking rapist'

The US decision to stop sharing intelligence with Ukraine, and a serial rapist's conviction, make Thursday's papers.

BBC News - 9h

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 minerals

Financial Times - Feb. 26

Watch live: Trump, Starmer give joint remarks with split goals for Ukraine

President Trump is welcoming British Prime Minister Keir Starmer to the White House Thursday afternoon, as the two remain split on support for Ukraine three years after Russia's invasion sparked ...

The Hill - 6d

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

Taiwan looks to play nice with Trump

Some hope Taiwan’s dominant chip sector could help keep Taipei in the US president’s good graces

Financial Times - 1d

The turning tide of U.S. support for Ukraine

As the war in Ukraine approached its third anniversary last month, the tide began to turn — not on the battlefield, but in the White House.

CBS News - 2d

War in Ukraine takes perilous turn after Zelenskyy, Trump Oval Office argument

Russian attacks on Ukraine continue after President Trump’s attempt to mediate the war erupted during an Oval Office fight with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.

CBS News - 3d

Watch live: Trump, Zelensky give remarks as Ukraine minerals deal comes into focus

President Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky are meeting at the White House Friday as the two put in work to finalize a deal that would provide the U.S. with critical minerals from ...

The Hill - 6d

GOP senators grill Trump defense nominee on Iran, Taiwan, NATO

Republican members of the Senate Armed Services Committee led by Sen. Tom Cotton (R-Ark.) grilled Elbridge Colby, President Trump’s pick to serve as undersecretary of Defense for policy, over his ...

The Hill - 1d

Zelensky: Ukraine in the EU gives it an 'economic security' guarantee

Yahoo News - Feb. 23

From ‘The Art of the Deal’ to giving away Ukraine to Putin

As Ukraine is discovering to its cost, the president’s very notion of a “deal” can be hazy.

The Hill - 6d

Former UN ambassador warns of potential repercussions of Russia-Ukraine rhetoric on China, Taiwan

Former United Nations ambassador Susan Rice warned that President Trump’s actions with ending the Russia-Ukraine war could have potential repercussions with China and Taiwan. Rice joined MSNBC’s ...

The Hill - Feb. 24

Eye Opener: Trump, Zelenskyy meeting turns combative

An Oval Office meeting between President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy turned combative on Friday. Meanwhile, Mardi Gras kicked off in New Orleans. All that and all that ...

CBS News - 5d

Trump is turning the media into a mouthpiece of the regime | Lawrence Douglas

As the White House handpicks members of the press pool, questions for the president amount to fluffy valentines. You know we’re in trouble when Fox News emerges as the great defender of freedom of ...

The Guardian - 22h

Ukraine Nears a Deal to Give U.S. a Share of Its Mineral Wealth

President Trump said that Ukraine’s president may soon visit the White House to sign a deal, though how it ties in to efforts to end the Russian invasion and guarantee Ukraine’s security is unclear.

The New York Times - Feb. 24

Taiwan vows most advanced tech will not go to US under $100bn Trump deal

Country’s government says deal with TSMC needs assessment as opposition claims it will reduce defences. Business live – latest updates Taiwan’s government has promised its most advance ...

The Guardian - 2d

Watch live: Trump gives joint address to Congress

President Trump, emboldened by more than a month of overhauling spending and the federal workforce paired with policy moves and sweeping executive orders, is set to give his first major address ...

The Hill - 1d

Mardi Gras 2025: Joy and Jitters for New Orleans

There was never any question that Mardi Gras would go forward after the New Year’s Day terror attack in New Orleans. But some revelers felt at least a hint of trepidation.

The New York Times - 2d

Shocked by Trump, Europe Turns Its Hopes to Germany’s Election

Germany’s economy is stalled and its politics fractured. But it sees an opening for a new chancellor to lead Europe’s response to a changing America.

The New York Times - Feb. 23

How Zelensky’s Oval Office Meeting Turned into a Showdown With Trump

The question hovering over Washington was whether the confrontation was a spontaneous outburst or a planned verbal smack down.

The New York Times - 4d

Trump turns toward Russia, breaking with decades of U.S. policy

The extraordinary pivot is upending decades of hawkish foreign policy, raising questions about the future of post-World War II global security project.

NBC News - 2d

Trump voters say president needs more time to turn economy around

The economy helped put President Trump back in the White House, and it will be a pillar of his speech to Congress. He is expected to talk about lowering prices for Americans, even as his tariffs ...

CBS News - 1d

Trump turns Congress speech into a sordid campaign rally, igniting a Democrat fightback

In a long and menacing – but also boring – speech to Congress, Trump mocked his opponents. Across the aisle the resistance was stirring. Well, at least he didn’t give a Nazi salute, declare war on ...

The Guardian - 1d

Trump Is Hiding Something on Ukraine

When you don’t call things by their real name, there is usually a reason.

The New York Times - 1d

Zelenskyy says he’s willing to give up presidency for peace in Ukraine or NATO membership

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said at a press conference in Kyiv on Sunday he would be willing to resign from his post in exchange for peace in Ukraine or NATO membership.

NBC News - Feb. 23

Ukraine war live: Zelenskyy says he would give up presidency for peace and Nato membership

Comments come after Russia launches largest drone attack on eve of third anniversary of invasion. Volodymyr Zelenskyy is expected to give a press conference this afternoon at about 14:30 GMT. We ...

The Guardian - Feb. 23

4A Games Ukraine Reveals Sci-Fi FPS La Quimera And Gives Itself A New Name

Change is in the air for the developer previously known as 4A Games Ukraine, as the studio has announced a rebrand to Reburn and its next game, La Quimera. Originally founded in 2006, the newly ...

GameSpot - Feb. 27

Trump says he's weighing giving 20% of DOGE savings to Americans

President Donald Trump revealed Wednesday that he's considering sending 20% of the money saved by the Department of Government Efficiency to Americans.

CNBC - Feb. 20

Judge gives go-ahead for the Trump administration to gut USAID's workforce

A federal judge paved the way for the Trump administration to move forward with plans to remove thousands of U.S. Agency for International Development workers from their jobs.

NBC News - Feb. 21

Judge Gives Trump Administration Deadline to Unfreeze Foreign Aid

The ruling marked the second the time a federal judge had pushed the Trump administration to act after finding that it had ignored an earlier order.

The New York Times - Feb. 25

Trump signs executive order giving Musk and DOGE more power

President Donald Trump signed an executive order giving Elon Musk and DOGE more power. The order will require agency heads to track contracts and payments. It will also freeze credit card payments ...

NBC News - Feb. 26

Is Trump's abrupt turn on Ukraine giving Taiwan the jitters?

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