As Trump Pushes on Russia-Ukraine Peace Plan, Zelensky’s Options Are Narrowing
The Ukrainian president’s options are narrowing as he is confronted with a 28-point proposal drafted by American and Russian envoys.
International Relations
To Many Ukrainians, U.S. Peace Plan Looks Like ‘Capitulation’
While the White House has cautioned that the proposal is still in “flux,” its contours reflect maximalist demands made by Russia throughout the war that Ukraine has consistently rejected.
Former Reform U.K. Politician Sent to Prison for Taking Pro-Russia Bribes
Nathan Gill was sentenced to 10 and a half years on Friday after admitting he was paid to make pro-Russian speeches in the European Parliament.
South Africans Seize on G20 Summit to Air Their Nation’s Ills
Johannesburg this weekend will host the first G20 meeting on African soil. Protesters are using the moment to draw attention to domestic problems.
Japan’s New Leader Mentions Taiwan, and Tanks Her Relationship With China
Facing reprisals from Beijing for a remark over Taiwan, Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi must walk a fine line to prevent escalating the dispute without looking weak at home.
Trump to Send U.S. Official to G20 in South Africa After All
The South African president suggested Washington had decided to participate in the summit, despite an earlier claim of a boycott.
Iran Withdraws From Deal for International Nuclear Inspections
Iran’s foreign minister said his country would halt plans for a reinstatement of nuclear inspections at a time of heightened concern over Iran’s enriched uranium.
Zelensky Says Ukraine Ready to ‘Honestly’ Engage With U.S. Peace Plan
The proposal, which the White House confirmed on Thursday without providing details, echoes many long-held Russian demands.
Trump Meeting With Saudi Prince Showcased Prince’s Makeover, and America’s
Mohammed bin Salman was briefly a global pariah after the killing of a Saudi dissident. But he has rebuilt his image as a deal-maker and influential investor.
Ambassador Huckabee Held Meeting With Jonathan Pollard, Ex-Spy, at U.S. Embassy in Israel
Jonathan J. Pollard, who was convicted of espionage, said in an interview that the meeting, which was highly unusual for a U.S. diplomat to attend, had been friendly.