Russia

Zelensky Could Face Tough Re-election Prospects, Polls Show

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The high popularity that the Ukrainian president had in the early days of the Russian invasion, with an approval rating of about 90 percent, has dipped badly.

Trump Vowed to End the Ukraine War Before Taking Office. The War Rages On.

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Donald J. Trump’s promise to broker peace between Russia and Ukraine in 24 hours, “before I even become president,” proved to be hyperbole.

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.

U.S. Spy Chief Took on Role of Negotiator in Gaza War

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As C.I.A. director, William J. Burns was deeply focused on China and Russia when the Middle East conflict plunged him back into his old life.

How Antony Blinken, America’s Top Diplomat, Became the Secretary of War

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President Biden’s longtime aide rallied scores of nations to defend Ukraine but then became a villain to the many critics of U.S. support for Israel’s war in Gaza.

U.S. Reveals Once-Secret Support for Ukraine’s Drone Industry

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The development of a new generation of drones has revolutionized how wars are fought, according to U.S. officials.

Trump Treasury Pick Scott Bessent to Face Grilling

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Scott Bessent, President-elect Donald J. Trump’s choice to be Treasury secretary, will be in charge of steering the president’s economic agenda if confirmed by the Senate.

Rubio Is in Spotlight on Second Big Day of Cabinet Hearings

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Senator Marco Rubio, who is nominated for secretary of state, has a long history of personal and policy differences with President-elect Donald Trump.