Trump flags ‘bit of a problem’ with Putin ahead of big announcement on Ukraine – POLITICO

Trump flags ‘bit of a problem’ with Putin ahead of big announcement on Ukraine – POLITICO

“A turning point regarding the Russian invasion of Ukraine is coming,” said Republican Senator Lindsey Graham, who is behind a proposal to impose “bone-crushing” tariffs on Russian exports. “For months, President Trump tried to entice Putin to the peace table. He has left the door open regarding Russia. That door is about to close,” he…

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NATO Chief Predicts China’s Plan For Taiwan

If China invades Taiwan, Beijing will enlist Russia’s help to tie up NATO forces in Europe, the alliance’s top official has said. Why It Matters China and Russia signed a “no limits partnership” just ahead of Russian tanks rolling into Ukraine in early 2022. Western officials say Chinese assistance is key to propping up Russia’s…

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Macron and Trump have ‘frank conversation’ minutes before European meeting on Ukraine – POLITICO

Macron and Trump have ‘frank conversation’ minutes before European meeting on Ukraine – POLITICO

PARIS — French President Emmanuel Macron and his American counterpart Donald Trump spoke on the phone minutes before Macron greeted European dignitaries who had gathered to discuss security in Paris. The French president’s office said the “frank conversation” lasted 20 minutes. The call came as European leaders are scrambling to come up with a unified…

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