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War in Ukraine
At peace talks in Jeddah, US Secretary of State plans to resume dialogue with Ukraine delegation as Trump administration weighs effects of aid freeze and suspended intel cooperation.
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Europe
Billionaire Elon Musk’s cost-cutting drive is also set to merge several agencies under the US State Department, closing several American diplomatic outposts.
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War in Ukraine
The Ukrainian president didn’t apologize as senior US officials demanded, but he reiterated his gratitude for US support, signaled openness to the resources deal, and outlined steps to achieve peace.
Mar. 4
Zelensky
In an interview with CNN, Rubio criticized Zelensky after a heated White House meeting and questioned Ukraine’s commitment to peace.
Mar. 1
Europe
Rubio cast Trump’s cajoling of European allies to spend more on defense as consistent with long-standing calls from the United States across administrations.
Feb. 26
Zelensky
As the US state secretary tries to reassure Europe that Washington has not turned its back on Ukraine, he also criticizes Kyiv for not taking up a deal that would sign away half the country’s wealth.
Feb. 21
Europe
Marco Rubio sought to reassure European allies following Riyadh talks, while Trump continues to revoice Putin’s rhetoric, calling Zelensky a dictator and blaming Ukraine for the war.
Feb. 21
Zelensky
After Zelensky rejected initial US offer for a 50% stake in mining Ukraine’s minerals and natural gas, infuriating Trump, Axios says there is a new proposal that better “conforms with Ukrainian law.”
Feb. 21
Zelensky
The US Secretary of State said the talks between Washington and Moscow, which are set to take place in Saudi Arabia this week, are preliminary and “real negotiations” will include Ukraine and Europe.
Feb. 17
Trump
In stark contrast to Washington’s nomination of mostly novice mediators for forthcoming peace talks, the Kremlin is reportedly putting together a team of seasoned high-level negotiators.
Feb. 14
Zelensky
As Western security leaders assemble in the Bavarian capital the question high on everyone’s Ukraine-related agenda is: Will Europe step up? Time to find out.
Feb. 13
Zelensky
Putin’s press secretary said Russia dismissed Zelensky’s offer to exchange the Ukrainian-occupied part of the Kursk region for territory held by Moscow, calling the idea “impossible.”
Feb. 12
NATO
Mark Rutte had a phone conversation with Marco Rubio on Wednesday and told him that he looked forward to welcoming him to NATO and working together on Ukraine, Russia, and China.”
Jan. 23
The Ukrainian president didn’t apologize as senior US officials demanded, but he reiterated his gratitude for US support, signaled openness to the resources deal, and outlined steps to achieve peace.
Mar. 4