Peace Process

Rubio Warns Russia that U.S. Patience on Ukraine War Is Running Out

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Whether the Kremlin is serious about peace talks to end the Ukraine war will become clear soon, the secretary of state said.

Trump’s Attempts to Resolve Global Conflicts Quickly Face Diplomatic Reality

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Allies say the foreign policy version of “flood the zone” is working. But critics argue that the hurry-up approach in Israel, Ukraine and Iran may not lead to stable, durable solutions to conflicts around the world.

Russian Public Is Ready to End War but Skeptical of Concessions, Analysis Finds

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There is little appetite in Ukraine and Russia for major concessions, according to a U.S. firm’s analysis of online posts. But a minority of Russians want to keep fighting until Ukraine’s president is overthrown.

Putin Agrees for the First Time to Limited Cease-Fire, as Long as Ukraine Does Too

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In a call with President Trump, President Vladimir V. Putin agreed to pause strikes on Ukrainian energy infrastructure for 30 days if Ukraine does the same. That falls short of the unconditional cease-fire Ukraine had already agreed to.

As Trump’s Untested Emissary to Putin, Witkoff’s Role May Bring Risk

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The real estate developer and president’s friend lacks diplomatic experience, but the new administration might view that as a plus.

Ukraine Promises Swift Deal for Minerals as Trump Cuts Kyiv Out of Peace Talks

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President Trump on Friday continued to bash President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine and pressure him for mineral rights.

What Trump Could Do on Ukraine, Iran, China and Crises Around the Globe

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President-elect Donald J. Trump has made big promises on Ukraine, Iran, China and crises around the globe. But he will have to make difficult choices.