Don’t be fooled by Trump and Starmer – the special relationship isn’t going to keep Europe safe
2 weeks, 1 day ago

Don’t be fooled by Trump and Starmer – the special relationship isn’t going to keep Europe safe

The Independent  

Sir Keir Starmer’s visit to the White House appears to have gone as well as could have been expected. Trump’s US government has placed far more importance on resetting its relationship with Russia than working with European partners. While Starmer continues to invest in the relationship with the United States, hoping to provide a bridge between the US and Europe, Macron and the likely next German chancellor Friedrich Merz are beginning to work on a plan B for European security. open image in gallery Trump’s US government has placed far more importance on resetting its relationship with Russia than working with European partners However, big challenges remain. open image in gallery Friedrich Merz is already styling himself as a much more decisive leader on European security For the UK, as long as a new German coalition government does not include the right-wing Alternative fur Deutschland, Germany will remain a strong partner on European security questions.

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US hints at Ukraine concessions ahead of Trump-Putin call
5 hours, 23 minutes ago

US hints at Ukraine concessions ahead of Trump-Putin call

Hindustan Times  

US officials on Sunday expressed optimism that a Ukraine-Russia ceasefire deal could be reached in "weeks," with President Donald Trump expected to soon discuss the issue with Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin. US hints at Ukraine concessions ahead of Trump-Putin call Trump's envoy Steve Witkoff, who met for several hours with Putin days ago, told CNN in a televised interview: "I …

Donald Trump casts doubt on Ukraine’s survival against Russia, even with full US support
1 week ago

Donald Trump casts doubt on Ukraine’s survival against Russia, even with full US support

Live Mint  

US President Donald Trump has suggested that Ukraine might not be able to survive against Russia, even if the United States escalates its support for Kyiv’s fight. Trump’s comments on Ukraine’s survival In an interview with Fox News' Sunday Morning Futures, Trump said, “Well, it may not survive anyway,” when asked about the future of Ukraine amidst the ongoing conflict …

Don’t Be Fooled by Trump’s Russia Sanctions Talk
1 week, 2 days ago

Don’t Be Fooled by Trump’s Russia Sanctions Talk

Slate  

Slate is offering 6 months of Slate Plus to current and recently laid off federal government employees. From the beginning of the war, even before President Joe Biden started sending arms to Ukraine, U.S. intelligence—including nearly real-time intelligence from the National Security Agency, which intercepts foreign communications—has been crucial to Kyiv’s survival. He has bared all in his respectful words …

Europe-NATO Respond to Trump — Not Just in Words but Also in Deeds
1 week, 2 days ago

Europe-NATO Respond to Trump — Not Just in Words but Also in Deeds

The Quint  

Since the infamous shouting match between US President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, the latter has been scrambling to try and repair what looked initially like a near-total breakdown in the relationship between the US and Ukraine. Zelensky, urged by European leaders, including British Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer, and NATO Secretary General, Mark Rutte, has tried to …

Europe scrambles to rearm as Trump threatens security guarantees and Russian threat looms. Here’s what to know
Top News
1 week, 2 days ago

Europe scrambles to rearm as Trump threatens security guarantees and Russian threat looms. Here’s what to know

CNN  

CNN — European leaders have vowed to rearm the continent at historic emergency talks held after the United States threatened to rip up 80 years of security guarantees over the trajectory of Russia’s war in Ukraine. European Commission President Ursula Von der Leyen called it a “watershed moment” for Europe and said detailed legal proposals will be studied ahead of …

Europe scrambles to rearm as Trump threatens security guarantees and Russian threat looms. Here’s what to know
Top News
1 week, 2 days ago

Europe scrambles to rearm as Trump threatens security guarantees and Russian threat looms. Here’s what to know

CNN  

CNN — European leaders have vowed to rearm the continent at historic emergency talks held after the United States threatened to rip up 80 years of security guarantees over the trajectory of Russia’s war in Ukraine. European Commission President Ursula Von der Leyen called it a “watershed moment” for Europe and said detailed legal proposals will be studied ahead of …

March 6, 2025: Donald Trump presidency news
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55 years, 2 months ago

March 6, 2025: Donald Trump presidency news

CNN  

Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky prepares for a plenary meeting at Lancaster House during the European leaders' summit on Sunday, in London. Ukrainian and US officials have agreed to meet “in the near future,” Zelensky’s top aide Andriy Yermak said Wednesday following a phone call with US National Security Adviser Michael Waltz. Ukraine and European countries shared “a common vision for …

How America suspending intelligence sharing impacts Ukraine war
1 week, 3 days ago

How America suspending intelligence sharing impacts Ukraine war

Firstpost  

Continuing the war is not an option. Trump wants to befriend Russia Trump’s recent decision to open talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin and side-line both European leaders and Ukraine in those discussions has caused panic and anger in Europe. With Trump’s stand seen as abandoning Ukraine, European leaders are trying to form a “coalition of the willing” to continue …

Putin and Trump cannot decide Europe's fate, French president declares in address to the nation - as he calls for a 'united' front to stand up to Russia
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1 week, 3 days ago

Putin and Trump cannot decide Europe's fate, French president declares in address to the nation - as he calls for a 'united' front to stand up to Russia

Daily Mail  

The future of Europe does not have to be decided by Donald Trump or Vladimir Putin, Emmanuel Macron has said - as he suggested France could use its nuclear deterrent to protect the continent. The French president also raised the possibility of sending European troops to Ukraine to enforce a peace deal in response to Trump's upending of the transatlantic …

Focus on military backstop as UK, US discuss ‘parameters’ of European peace plan for Ukraine
1 week, 4 days ago

Focus on military backstop as UK, US discuss ‘parameters’ of European peace plan for Ukraine

Firstpost  

UK Defence Secretary John Healey will meet his US counterpart Pete Hegseth in Washington on Wednesday to focus on the need for a military “backstop” for European forces as part of a broader peace plan for Ukraine, according to a report, citing sources familiar with the discussions UK Defence Secretary John Healey will meet his US counterpart Pete Hegseth in …

Europe needs to engage U.S., bring it closer to Ukraine, Czech minister says
1 week, 4 days ago

Europe needs to engage U.S., bring it closer to Ukraine, Czech minister says

Hindustan Times  

PRAGUE, - Europe must engage the United States in security debates and help find a way to bring it closer to Ukraine after the halt of U.S. military aid to Kyiv, Czech Foreign Minister Jan Lipavsky said on Tuesday. Europe needs to engage U.S., bring it closer to Ukraine, Czech minister says Europe also needs to focus on being ready …

Ukraine wants security guarantees from the US and Europe. But will anyone step up?
1 week, 4 days ago

Ukraine wants security guarantees from the US and Europe. But will anyone step up?

CNN  

CNN — Security guarantees. But they warn that “a ‘bluff and pray’ approach that deploys too few troops and relies essentially on the hope that Russia will not test it would be irresponsible.” Zelensky pressed the same point in London over the weekend, insisting on the need for “very specific security guarantees and with very specific providers of these ” …

Trump turns on Starmer and allies in new Ukraine tirade – even as PM insists US is vital to peace deal
1 week, 5 days ago

Trump turns on Starmer and allies in new Ukraine tirade – even as PM insists US is vital to peace deal

The Independent  

Sign up for the View from Westminster email for expert analysis straight to your inbox Get our free View from Westminster email Get our free View from Westminster email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Donald Trump criticised European leaders including Sir Keir Starmer on Monday, …

I was a British army captain – what Starmer is offering Ukraine is a multifaceted masterstroke
1 week, 6 days ago

I was a British army captain – what Starmer is offering Ukraine is a multifaceted masterstroke

The Independent  

Events in the Oval Office have made a European force an inevitability. The UK’s announcement of a £1.6bn contract going to Belfast for 5,000 lightweight multirole missiles promised by the UK yesterday, is also a multifaceted masterstroke: UK investment into Northern Ireland will create work with Thales – a French-owned defence manufacturer with a factory in Belfast. In many ways, …

Europe’s intervention in Trump-Zelenskyy spat is not about bypassing US in Ukraine talks
1 week, 6 days ago

Europe’s intervention in Trump-Zelenskyy spat is not about bypassing US in Ukraine talks

Firstpost  

Even as Europe stood in solidarity with Ukraine in London at the initiative of British Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer, the European leaders did not seek to bypass the United States but to tell President Donald Trump that they are willing to step up and convince him that he must stay involved in European affairs British Prime Minister Sir Keir …

Starmer says Europe ‘must do heavy lifting’ as he seizes Ukraine peace talks from Trump
1 week, 6 days ago

Starmer says Europe ‘must do heavy lifting’ as he seizes Ukraine peace talks from Trump

The Independent  

Sign up for the View from Westminster email for expert analysis straight to your inbox Get our free View from Westminster email Get our free View from Westminster email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Sir Keir Starmer has said Europe “must do the heavy lifting” …

Starmer Says US Not An 'Unreliable' Ally, But Europe Must Continue To Back Ukraine
1 week, 6 days ago

Starmer Says US Not An 'Unreliable' Ally, But Europe Must Continue To Back Ukraine

ABP News  

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Sunday said he does not accept that United States under President Donald Trump was an unreliable ally, but stressed that Europe must continue to fund Ukraine to back it amid the ongoing war with Russia. Starmer Says Europe Must Take Responsibility To Defend Itself The UK Prime Minister also said that Europe must take …

Europeans rally around Ukraine after Trump row
2 weeks ago

Europeans rally around Ukraine after Trump row

Hindustan Times  

European leaders closed ranks Sunday in support of Kyiv at a London summit, where they pledged to spend more on security and assemble a coalition to defend any truce in Ukraine. Europeans rally around Ukraine after Trump row Bringing together 18 allies, the talks were devoted to the key questions of how to provide security guarantees for Ukraine and bolster …

UK's Starmer tries to restore hope for Ukraine peace at summit
Top News
2 weeks ago

UK's Starmer tries to restore hope for Ukraine peace at summit

Hindustan Times  

By Elizabeth Piper, Kate Holton and Andrew MacAskill UK's Starmer tries to restore hope for Ukraine peace at summit LONDON -British Prime Minister Keir Starmer will try to revive hope for peace in Ukraine at a meeting with Volodymyr Zelenskiy and other Western leaders on Sunday, two days after the Ukrainian president clashed with U.S. President Donald Trump. The British …

Britain, France, Ukraine agree to work on ceasefire plan, to present it to US: Keir Starmer
2 weeks ago

Britain, France, Ukraine agree to work on ceasefire plan, to present it to US: Keir Starmer

Live Mint  

Ahead of the European leaders meet in London to discuss ending the Russia-Ukraine war, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said on Sunday the United Kingdom, France and Ukraine have agreed to work on a ceasefire plan to present to the United States. Starmer said he's focused on being a bridge to restore peace talks and he used the collapse of …

UK PM Keir Starmer backs Volodymyr Zelensky's demand for US security guarantee to Ukraine
Top News
2 weeks ago

UK PM Keir Starmer backs Volodymyr Zelensky's demand for US security guarantee to Ukraine

Hindustan Times  

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer called for the need for a security guarantee, or backstop, from the United States to deter Russian President Vladimir Putin from invading Ukraine again if a peace deal is achieved. The UK PM expressed confidence in Trump's intention of wanting peace in Ukraine despite an ugly row between him and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on …

U.K.'s Starmer Says Europe Is At Crossroads In History As World Leaders Discuss Ending War In Ukraine
2 weeks ago

U.K.'s Starmer Says Europe Is At Crossroads In History As World Leaders Discuss Ending War In Ukraine

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING LONDON — British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said Sunday Europe was at a crossroads in history and must do the heavy lifting to defend itself as world leaders met in London to discuss ways of working together to stop Russia’s war in Ukraine. Starmer said he’s focused on being a bridge to restore peace talks, whose collapse …

UK’s Starmer says Europe is at ‘crossroads in history’ as leaders agree to steps to Ukraine peace
2 weeks ago

UK’s Starmer says Europe is at ‘crossroads in history’ as leaders agree to steps to Ukraine peace

Associated Press  

LONDON — British Prime Minister Keir Starmer rallied his European counterparts Sunday to shore up their borders and throw their full weight behind Ukraine as he announced outlines of a plan to end Russia’s war. Starmer’s exhortation to 18 fellow leaders that they need to do the heavy lifting for their own security comes two days after U.S. backing of …

Europe seeks to take control of Ukraine negotiations, after Zelensky’s nightmare Trump visit sparks panic
2 weeks ago

Europe seeks to take control of Ukraine negotiations, after Zelensky’s nightmare Trump visit sparks panic

CNN  

London CNN — The West is at a “crossroads in history,” Britain’s Prime Minister Keir Starmer told European leaders at a pivotal summit in London on Sunday, as the continent sought to wrestle control of negotiations over the Russia-Ukraine war away from the US and present a united front amid a meltdown in relations between Kyiv and Washington. Zelensky applauded …

Europe seeks to take control of Ukraine negotiations, after Zelensky’s nightmare Trump visit sparks panic
2 weeks ago

Europe seeks to take control of Ukraine negotiations, after Zelensky’s nightmare Trump visit sparks panic

CNN  

London CNN — The West is at a “crossroads in history,” Britain’s Prime Minister Keir Starmer told European leaders at a pivotal summit in London on Sunday, as the continent sought to wrestle control of negotiations over the Russia-Ukraine war away from the US and present a united front amid a meltdown in relations between Kyiv and Washington. Zelensky applauded …

UK, France and Ukraine will present peace deal to Donald Trump: British PM
2 weeks ago

UK, France and Ukraine will present peace deal to Donald Trump: British PM

India Today  

Britain and France will work on a peace deal with Ukraine and present it to Donald Trump, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said on Sunday, describing it as a step in the right direction following Friday's explosive meeting in the White House. Starmer, due to host Western leaders in London in a bid to revive a peace deal, said he …

UK, France and Ukraine will present peace deal to Donald Trump: British PM
2 weeks ago

UK, France and Ukraine will present peace deal to Donald Trump: British PM

India Today  

Britain and France will work on a peace deal with Ukraine and present it to Donald Trump, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said on Sunday, describing it as a step in the right direction following Friday's explosive meeting in the White House. Starmer, due to host Western leaders in London in a bid to revive a peace deal, said he …

MARK ALMOND: What's next for Ukraine? And are we really on the brink of World War Three?
2 weeks ago

MARK ALMOND: What's next for Ukraine? And are we really on the brink of World War Three?

Daily Mail  

Scenario one: Zelensky apologises to Trump There is still time for this to be resolved amicably. A firm and coordinated Europe sharing defence costs could ensure that Putin has to settle for less than he hoped for Mr Zelensky with the outgoing German chancellor Olaf Scholz at the Munich Security Conference last month Until now, the Kremlin has hoped America …

The EU beat COVID and ditched Russian energy. Now it must learn to live without US security help
2 weeks, 3 days ago

The EU beat COVID and ditched Russian energy. Now it must learn to live without US security help

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. In recent weeks, senior Trump administration officials have made …

Trump says no security promises or NATO for Ukraine
2 weeks, 3 days ago

Trump says no security promises or NATO for Ukraine

Deccan Chronicle  

Washington: President Donald Trump on Wednesday ruled out offering US security guarantees or NATO membership for Ukraine as his counterpart Volodymyr Zelensky prepared to visit to seal a deal on handing over natural resources. Trump, who has upended US policy by reaching out to Russia and seeking a quick end to the three-year war, said that European allies would bear …

U.K.’s Starmer says ending Russia’s war in Ukraine ‘can’t be peace that rewards the aggressor’
2 weeks, 3 days ago

U.K.’s Starmer says ending Russia’s war in Ukraine ‘can’t be peace that rewards the aggressor’

LA Times  

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer speaks during a welcome reception at the British ambassador’s residence in Washington on Wednesday. President Trump said Thursday that talks to end Russia’s war with Ukraine are “very well advanced,” but cautioned that there is only a narrow window to get a deal done to end the grinding war. After private talks with Trump, Starmer …

Trump says EU was ‘formed to screw US’ and says Europe must shoulder Ukraine security
2 weeks, 4 days ago

Trump says EU was ‘formed to screw US’ and says Europe must shoulder Ukraine security

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Donald Trump has claimed the …

Zelenskyy urges Donald Trump for clarity on US support to Ukraine: ’Will the United States stop support or not?’
2 weeks, 4 days ago

Zelenskyy urges Donald Trump for clarity on US support to Ukraine: ’Will the United States stop support or not?’

Live Mint  

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said on Wednesday that his upcoming meeting with US President Donald Trump is a "very good signal" as he prepares to visit Washington on Friday to sign an initial deal on mineral rights. “And that’s why this visit before Putin is a very good signal.” Key questions on US support Zelenskyy said he plans to ask …

Trump declines to provide 'security guarantees to Ukraine beyond very much', urges Europe to take responsibility
2 weeks, 4 days ago

Trump declines to provide 'security guarantees to Ukraine beyond very much', urges Europe to take responsibility

Firstpost  

US President Donald Trump on Wednesday said that he would not be providing “security guarantees to Ukraine beyond very much,” indicating that European nations should assume that responsibility due to their geographical closeness, according to a report President Donald Trump during a Cabinet meeting at the White House in Washington as Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Defence Secretary Pete …

Trump says no security promises or NATO for Ukraine
2 weeks, 4 days ago

Trump says no security promises or NATO for Ukraine

Raw Story  

President Donald Trump on Wednesday ruled out offering US security guarantees or NATO membership for Ukraine as his counterpart Volodymyr Zelensky prepared to visit to seal a deal on handing over natural resources. Trump, who has upended U.S. policy by reaching out to Russia and seeking a quick end to the three-year war, said that European allies would bear responsibility …

No security guarantee agreed with US, minerals deal depends on Trump, says Zelenskyy
Top News
2 weeks, 4 days ago

No security guarantee agreed with US, minerals deal depends on Trump, says Zelenskyy

Firstpost  

Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Wednesday said that no security guarantee with the US has been agreed and described the deal between the two countries as a ‘framework’. He also said the success of an initial minerals agreement with the US will depend on President Trump Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy speaks to journalists during press conference in Kyiv, Ukraine, on …

Keir Starmer heads to Washington with UK defense spending pledge to help sway Trump over Ukraine
2 weeks, 4 days ago

Keir Starmer heads to Washington with UK defense spending pledge to help sway Trump over Ukraine

Associated Press  

LONDON — U.K Prime Minister Keir Starmer flies to Washington on Wednesday after announcing a big increase in the British defense budget, an investment that he hopes will help persuade U.S. President Donald Trump to maintain support for Ukraine as Washington pushes to end the war. Starmer’s visit to the White House on Thursday is part of European efforts — …

After Macron, it's Starmer's turn to 'lead' Europe on Ukraine
2 weeks, 4 days ago

After Macron, it's Starmer's turn to 'lead' Europe on Ukraine

Firstpost  

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced that the UK will host a meeting of European leaders to discuss the conflict in Ukraine. File image/Reuters UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced that the UK will host a meeting of European leaders to discuss the conflict in Ukraine and the United States’ efforts to secure a peace deal. Starmer will travel to …

Can Europe confront Vladimir Putin’s Russia on its own?
2 weeks, 4 days ago

Can Europe confront Vladimir Putin’s Russia on its own?

Live Mint  

WITHIN HOURS of his party winning national elections, Friedrich Merz, Germany’s presumptive next leader, offered a bombshell on national television. Europe would need to form 50 new brigades, calculates Bruegel, a Brussels-based think-tank, many of them “heavy" units with armour, to replace the 300,000 American troops that it estimates would be deployed to the continent in a war. If Europe …

Europe must prepare to defend itself as US support for Nato wanes
2 weeks, 6 days ago

Europe must prepare to defend itself as US support for Nato wanes

The Independent  

The best of Voices delivered to your inbox every week - from controversial columns to expert analysis Sign up for our free weekly Voices newsletter for expert opinion and columns Sign up to our free weekly Voices newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. If Mr Macron and Sir Keir …

UK imposes toughest Russia sanctions in years, targets defense suppliers
2 weeks, 6 days ago

UK imposes toughest Russia sanctions in years, targets defense suppliers

Firstpost  

The package, timed to mark the third anniversary of the Russian invasion, also targeted North Korea’s defence minister No Kwang Chol over the deployment of North Korean forces in Russia, and Kyrgyzstan-based Keremet Bank. Britain on Monday announced what it said was its largest package of sanctions against Russia since the early days of the war in Ukraine, including companies …

'Not coming here to do good': UK bans Russian 'elites' ahead of Trump-Starmer meeting
2 weeks, 6 days ago

'Not coming here to do good': UK bans Russian 'elites' ahead of Trump-Starmer meeting

Firstpost  

The regulation, announced ahead of Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s US visit, aims to block “elites” associated with the Kremlin from entering British territory, according to a report, citing UK government In its latest set of sanctions marking three years since Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, the British government has pledged to prohibit Russian oligarchs with connections to the Kremlin from …

'Have absolutely no illusions': Incoming German leader sends Europe a warning about Trump
2 weeks, 6 days ago

'Have absolutely no illusions': Incoming German leader sends Europe a warning about Trump

Raw Story  

Friedrich Merz, the leader of the center-right Christian Democratic Union in Germany, wasted no time after his party's victory in national elections warning about the dangers posed by President Donald Trump and X owner Elon Musk. Politico reports that Merz on Sunday argued that Europeans needed to make a break from the United States, which he said could no longer …

After three years of Russia-Ukraine war, Europe’s security guarantees face the abyss
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2 weeks, 6 days ago

After three years of Russia-Ukraine war, Europe’s security guarantees face the abyss

CNN  

Kyiv CNN — In a war dominated by the unexpected, few imagined Ukraine’s fourth year at war would so firmly question the security of all of Europe. European Union foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas told CNN on Sunday that rushing to a bad deal would “would only serve to embolden tyrants worldwide.” She said NATO membership was a “the strongest …

After three years of Russia-Ukraine war, Europe’s security guarantees face the abyss
Trending News
2 weeks, 6 days ago

After three years of Russia-Ukraine war, Europe’s security guarantees face the abyss

CNN  

Kyiv CNN — In a war dominated by the unexpected, few imagined Ukraine’s fourth year at war would so firmly question the security of all of Europe. European Union foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas told CNN on Sunday that rushing to a bad deal would “would only serve to embolden tyrants worldwide.” She said NATO membership was a “the strongest …

French, UK leaders rush to Washington at a historic turning point for the West
2 weeks, 6 days ago

French, UK leaders rush to Washington at a historic turning point for the West

CNN  

CNN — An existential week is ahead for Ukraine and the West. President Donald Trump sent shock waves through the transatlantic alliance last week and played into Russian President Vladimir Putin’s hands while attacking Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and trashing the truth about how the war started. And Starmer has already warned that the force couldn’t work without a US …

The UK must be strong on Trump – and on Putin
3 weeks, 1 day ago

The UK must be strong on Trump – and on Putin

The Independent  

Now is the time for Keir Starmer to stand up for what is right during his visit to the USA. Thank God for The Independent’s front-page statement and let's hope other media have your bravery, Paul Atkins Burntwood, Staffordshire In its virtue-signalling on Trump, The Independent is not helping Ukraine. Chris King London We can’t let ’em have it Trump’s …

As US commitment wavers, Germany’s Chancellor frontrunner Merz backs European-led nuclear defence
3 weeks, 1 day ago

As US commitment wavers, Germany’s Chancellor frontrunner Merz backs European-led nuclear defence

Firstpost  

The US president and his administration have maintained a combative stance toward Europe, including Germany and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. They have also leaned favourably towards Russian President Vladimir Putin European leaders have been contemplating nuclear deterrence without American support openly in recent times. In a major strategic shift, Friedrich Merz, the frontrunner to become Germany’s next chancellor, said Europe …

Trump and Zelenskyy trade barbs as US-Ukraine ties sour over Russia war
3 weeks, 3 days ago

Trump and Zelenskyy trade barbs as US-Ukraine ties sour over Russia war

Deccan Chronicle  

Relations between Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and U.S. President Donald Trump deteriorated rapidly Wednesday as Zelenskyy said Trump was living in a Russian-made “disinformation space" and Trump called Zelenskyy “a dictator without elections” in comments that were sure to complicate efforts to end the war.Zelenskyy also said he would like Trump’s team “to be more truthful” as he offered his …

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