Strong or Weak? How Trump Picks His Battles.
Despite his tough talk, President Trump has consistently made allowances for countries he sees as powerful or dominant.
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U.S. Eases Limits on Russian Energy as Oil Prices Soar
The volatility in energy markets because of the war in Iran could not come at a better time for President Vladimir V. Putin.
Here’s What Happened in the Conflict on Monday
President Trump gave conflicting signals about a possible end to the war with Iran amid wild gyrations in global markets.
Oil Prices and Stocks Swing Wildly as Iran and Israel Launch New Strikes
Oil prices and stocks initially swung wildly, and Iran’s foreign minister promised “surprises,” calling the strikes against his country “Operation Epic Mistake.”
Russia Attacks Kharkiv and Kyiv in Ukraine
At least 10 people were killed when a Russian missile hit a five-story apartment building in the city of Kharkiv, and Kyiv and several other regions also came under attack.
How Good Intentions Helped Pave Trump’s Road to Iran
Humanitarians proposed a loophole in international law. Decades later, Trump is jumping through it.
How Good Intentions Helped Pave Trump’s Road to Iran
Humanitarians proposed a loophole in international law. Decades later, Trump is jumping through it.
Russia Revels in a Sudden Reversal in Fortunes as Oil and Gas Prices Soar
President Vladimir V. Putin threatened to cut off remaining gas supplies to Europe as the Iran war drives a surge in energy costs.
As Trump Out-Putins Putin, Russia’s Global Influence Erodes
The conflict in Iran may give Moscow a short-term boost economically and in Ukraine. But it has also shown the limits of Russia’s partnerships.
Some Russians Go Without Heat or Power in Winter, as Energy System Falls Into Disrepair
A dozen major blackouts and central heating cutoffs across the country have affected hundreds of thousands during a brutal winter.