International Relations

U.S. and China to Hold First Trade Talks Since Trump’s Tariffs

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Scott Bessent, the Treasury secretary, and Jamieson Greer, the United States trade representative, will discuss trade and economic matters with the officials this week.

Trump Ties Himself to Future of Ukraine With Minerals Deal

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The text of the agreement, made public by Ukraine’s government, made no mention of the security guarantees that Kyiv had long sought.

U.S. and Ukraine Sign Minerals Deal

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The Trump administration did not immediately provide details about the agreement, and it was not clear what it meant for the future of U.S. military support for Ukraine.

Finnish Leader Warns Russia: ‘You Don’t Play With President Trump’

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President Alexander Stubb of Finland, who has become an interlocutor in peace talks, says in an interview he doesn’t want Ukraine to suffer the same fate his country once endured.

Three Takeaways From the Times’ Interview With President Alexander Stubb of Finland

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Alexander Stubb warned against subjecting Ukraine to “Finlandization,” called for more pressure on Russia’s leader to get a peace deal and said President Trump was running out of patience.

U.S. Says Deadly Blast in Yemen Was Caused by Houthi Missile

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An explosion near a UNESCO world heritage site in Yemen’s capital on Sunday killed 12 people, according to health authorities tied to the Houthi-led government.