Russia

Europe Talks Tough on Military Spending, but Unity Is Fracturing

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European leaders are struggling to find the money and the political will to replace the bulk of the U.S. contribution to Ukraine and to their own defense.

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.

Russia Escalated Sabotage to Pressure U.S. and Allies on Ukraine, Study Says

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Anger at Russia’s covert efforts, which included targeting undersea cables, warehouses and railways, has the potential to influence European reactions to the U.S.-led push for an end to the war.

U.S. to Withdraw From Group Investigating Responsibility for Ukraine Invasion

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The decision is the latest indication of the Trump administration’s move away from holding President Vladimir V. Putin of Russia accountable for crimes committed against Ukrainians.