In a Reversal, Trump Will Not Meet With Putin in Coming Weeks
The back-and-forth was the latest example of President Trump teasing a breakthrough, only to be pulled back by President Vladimir V. Putin of Russia.
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Latest Trump-Zelensky Meeting Yields No Progress Toward a Cease-fire in Ukraine
A contentious meeting between President Trump and President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine produced no obvious progress toward a cease-fire.
Vance Lands in Israel as U.S. Tries to Shore Up Gaza Cease-Fire Deal
Vice President JD Vance appeared undeterred by recent flare-ups of violence in Gaza, and he declined to set a deadline for when Hamas must disarm.
Nations Hesitate to Send Troops to Gaza, Fearing Clashes With Hamas
The Trump peace plan calls for an international security force in the Gaza Strip, but countries that might send troops are wary of danger, an unclear mission and being seen as occupiers.
China Has Another Lever to Pull in Showdown With Trump: Factory Lines
In Washington, China hawks say its economy is too weak to withstand a tariff shock. In the city of Yiwu, factories are showing why, for now, that may be a miscalculation.
Tariffs Are Reshaping China’s Trade. This Tanzanian Sees an Opportunity.
An interview with a 26-year-old entrepreneur, who has taken seven trips to China to buy handbags, clothes and jewelry. “China is the center of everything,” she said.
Vance Arrives in Israel to Try to Bolster Gaza Deal
Vice President JD Vance arrived in Israel on Tuesday to shore up support for the fragile cease-fire in Gaza. There are growing concerns that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel could vacate the U.S.-brokered agreement.
Senior German General Says Europe Must Do All It Can to Help Ukraine
European democracy and rule of law are at risk, the general says, so Europe must give Ukraine whatever it can to pressure Moscow, even if Trump does not.
Colombia’s Leader Accuses U.S. of Murder, Prompting Trump to Halt Aid
President Gustavo Petro said a U.S. strike in the Caribbean had killed a fisherman. President Trump said he would cut aid and impose new tariffs on Colombian imports.
Venezuela Announces Sweeping Military Exercises as U.S. Escalates Pressure
President Nicolás Maduro this week called on civilians to help the country defend itself, while his defense minister warned citizens to “prepare for the worst.”