Pakistan Is in Trump’s Good Graces, but for How Long?
President Trump hosted the South Asian nation’s army chief and seeks deals on critical minerals and crypto. But Pakistan is also tightening its military partnership with China.
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Zelensky and Other European Leaders Work With Trump on Russia-Ukraine Strategy
Chancellor Friedrich Merz and several allies played host to President Trump for a video call, the latest in a summer-long effort to hold ranks in supporting Ukraine.
Trump to Meet Putin at U.S. Military Base in Anchorage
The American and Russian presidents will meet face to face at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson in Alaska on Friday, according to a White House official.
Human Rights Report Under Trump Blunts Language on Israel and El Salvador
A collection of U.S. reports on human rights offenses trimmed or omitted past language on violations in El Salvador, Hungary, Saudi Arabia, the U.A.E. and Israel, all seen as partners by President Trump.
Under Pressure by Trump, Mexico Sends 26 Accused Cartel Operatives to U.S.
The transfer follows news that President Trump ordered the Pentagon to begin using military force against certain Latin American drug cartels.
Mexico and Brazil Rebut Trump’s Claims About Violence in Their Cities
President Trump compared crime in Washington to violence in Latin American capitals. Mexico City’s mayor said “many parts of the world would like to have” her city’s safety.
When Trump Meets Putin, Anything Could Happen
The U.S. president is pushing to end the war in Ukraine, but analysts say the Russian leader could turn a hastily planned meeting to his advantage.
Russia Makes Battlefield Advances in Ukraine, Seeking an Edge in Trump Talks
Russian forces have moved several miles into Ukrainian-held territory in the east, threatening to outflank Ukraine’s positions.
Trump Says He’s Going to Alaska to See What Putin ‘Has in Mind’
President Trump set a low bar for his summit with President Vladimir V. Putin of Russia, saying he was ready to walk away if no deal was forthcoming.
Brazil Clamped Down on Big Tech. Trump’s Tariffs Could Change That.
With President Trump on their side, U.S. technology companies now have more leverage in Brazil, where they seek to influence new rules policing their platforms.