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

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

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

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.

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

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

Rubio Says a Cease-Fire in Ukraine Could Happen in ‘Days’ if Russia Agrees

Secretary of State Marco Rubio said top diplomats from the Group of 7 allies meeting in Canada should focus on ending the war. And he shrugged off President Trump’s threats to annex Canada.

Power, Money, Territory: How Trump Shook the World in 50 Days

The system America took 80 years to assemble proved surprisingly fragile in the face of Trump’s assault, a revolution in how the country exercises power across the globe.

Rubio Seeks Cease-Fire in Ukraine After Reaching His Own With Musk

After blowing up at Elon Musk, Secretary of State Marco Rubio aims to bolster his position. He is seeing Saudi and Ukrainian officials in Saudi Arabia and allied diplomats in Canada.

Senator Mark Kelly Urges Continued U.S. Support After Visiting Ukraine. Musk Calls Him a ‘Traitor.’

Senator Mark Kelly, an Arizona Democrat and former astronaut, visited Ukraine over the weekend and said the United States could not give up on the people there as they fight Russia. Musk responded on X.