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Trump Calls Russian Attack a 'Mistake'

Other international officials suggest president is letting Putin off the hook for civilian deaths

(Newser) - Russia's attack on the Ukrainian city of Sumy, which killed at least 34 people during Palm Sunday celebrations, was a "mistake," according to President Trump. Asked for his reaction aboard Air Force One on Sunday, Trump told reporters, "I was told they made a mistake. But...

North Koreans Fighting Ukraine Aren't So Incompetent Anymore

Within months, they've picked up valuable battlefield skills

(Newser) - After North Korea initially dispatched thousands of troops to join Russia's war effort against Ukraine late last year, the initial reports highlighted how inexperienced the soldiers were. Now, a report from the Wall Street Journal indicates their tactical awareness has greatly improved thanks to the combat experience they've...

9 Children Dead in Russian Strike on Zelensky's Hometown

Death toll has risen to 18 in total in Kryvyi Rih, Ukraine, after Friday attack; dozens are injured

(Newser) - The death toll from a Russian missile strike in the central Ukrainian city of Kryvyi Rih has risen to 18, including nine children, regional governor Serhii Lysak said Saturday. A further 61 people were injured in Friday's attack, ranging from a 3-month-old baby to elderly residents. Forty remain hospitalized,...

Trump: Putin's Comments Made Me 'Very Angry'

President criticizes Russian leader's remarks about Zelensky

(Newser) - During an interview with NBC News Sunday (in which he also said he's not joking about a potential third presidential term ), President Trump's tone toward his Russian counterpart took a decided turn. He's long appeared to be "cozying up" to Vladimir Putin, worrying many in...

Putin: Time to Dump Zelensky, 'Finish Off' Ukraine Soldiers

Russian leader wants a 'transitional administration' put in place in the country he invaded

(Newser) - Earlier this week, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky proclaimed that Vladimir Putin would "die soon" due to his age, but the Russian leader is showing no imminent signs of slowing down—at least not when it comes to his goals regarding the invasion of Ukraine. Putin on Friday engaged in...

Analysts: Putin Didn't Give Up Much in Trump Call
Analysts: Putin Didn't Give Up
Much in Trump Call
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Mar 19, 2025 11:22 AM CDT

Analysts: Putin Didn't Give Up Much in Trump Call

They also note that the Russian leader kept the US president waiting

(Newser) - A day after Vladimir Putin and President Trump spoke by phone , analysts are skeptical that Putin offered much in the way of concessions toward a ceasefire. In fact, the Russian leader "conceded little," writes Paul Sonne in a New York Times analysis, arguing that much of what Putin...

Trump: I'll Talk to Putin Tuesday
Trump: I'm Talking
to Putin Tuesday
Mar 17, 2025 12:30 AM CDT

Trump: I'm Talking to Putin Tuesday

'We want to see if we can bring that war to an end,' US president says

(Newser) - President Trump said he would speak to Russian President Vladimir Putin on Tuesday as he pushes to end the war in Ukraine, the AP reports. The US leader disclosed the upcoming conversation to reporters while flying from Florida to Washington on Air Force One on Sunday evening. "We will...

After Putin Visits Troops, a Big Claim From Russia

Nation's Defense Ministry says Russia has retaken Sudzha, largest town in its Kursk region

(Newser) - Russia claimed Thursday that its troops have driven the Ukrainian army out of the biggest town in Russia's Kursk border region. The Russian Defense Ministry's claim that it recaptured the town of Sudzha, hours after President Vladimir Putin visited his commanders in Kursk, couldn't be independently verified,...

DC's New Feud Pits Elon Musk vs. Mark Kelly
DC's New Feud
Pits Elon Musk
vs. Mark Kelly
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Mar 11, 2025 12:03 PM CDT

DC's New Feud Pits Elon Musk vs. Mark Kelly

Face of DOGE called the senator and former astronaut a 'traitor' for trip to Ukraine

(Newser) - Elon Musk has picked a fight with Democratic Sen. Mark Kelly of Arizona, and the former astronaut and ex-Navy pilot seems happy to oblige. Coverage:
  • The sniping began when Kelly posted a photo of his recent trip to Ukraine, writing that "what I saw proved to me we can'
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In Turnaround, Trump Takes a Hard Line on Russia

After he suspended military aid to Ukraine, he's concerned it's getting a 'pounding,' threatens tariffs

(Newser) - Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is surely flummoxed by President Trump's sudden threat Friday to layer more sanctions and tariffs on Russia. After claiming it was Ukraine's fault for Russia's invasion , suspending US military aid to Ukraine , and pausing intelligence sharing with the country, Trump wrote Friday on...

Russia Launches Huge Attack on Ukraine's Energy Grid

Bombardment came hours after Zelensky said talks with the US will happen next week

(Newser) - Russia targeted Ukraine's energy infrastructure in a large-scale missile and drone bombardment during the night, officials said Friday, hours after Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said talks with the US on ending the war will take place next week . Ukraine came under a "massive missile and drone" attack, Energy...

White House Dismisses Report on Ukrainian Refugees

Reuters says 240K refugees may lose legal status, but press chief calls it 'fake news'

(Newser) - The White House is pushing back against a report in Reuters that the Trump administration plans to revoke the legal status of 240,000 Ukrainian refugees who fled the Russian invasion to come to the US. "This is more fake news from Reuters based on anonymous sources who have...

CIA Director: Trump Had Us Pause Intelligence to Ukraine

Ratcliffe indicates the pause may soon be lifted

(Newser) - The flow of weapons and intelligence from the US to Ukraine has been temporarily put on ice, CIA Director John Ratcliffe said in a Wednesday interview. Speaking with Fox Business' Maria Bartiromo, Ratcliffe said, "Trump had a real question about whether President Zelensky was committed to the peace process,...

Vance's Ukraine Remark Infuriates Brits

VP denies mocking UK, France about peacekeeping efforts in Ukraine

(Newser) - JD Vance has found himself the subject of criticism more than once over the past few weeks, and he's making new headlines the morning after President Trump's record-setting speech before Congress for being caught on a hot mic noting just how long his boss' speech was. The vice...

Zelensky: It's 'Time to Make Things Right' After US Clash

Ukraine leader offers partial ceasefire deal with Russia

(Newser) - Things continue to move quickly in regard to the Russia-Ukraine war. One day after President Trump paused US military aid to Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelensky has put forward what the Washington Post calls the "framework for a partial ceasefire" with Russia. The Ukrainian president also called his White House clash...

Zelensky: Ukraine 'Ready' to Sign Minerals Deal With US

Despite contentious meeting between Ukrainian president and Trump, Vance

(Newser) - Despite his contentious meeting with US President Trump and Vice President Vance, Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky says he remains "ready to sign" a minerals deal with the US. The deal wasn't finalized at the White House as planned due to the abrupt turn of events the Oval Office...

Zelensky Had a Much Different Meeting at Downing Street

Ukraine leader meets with UK Prime Minister Starmer

(Newser) - British Prime Minister Keir Starmer embraced Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Saturday and told him he had the UK's unwavering support—one day after the blowout at the White House with President Trump, per the AP . Zelensky arrived to cheers from people who had gathered outside of 10...

Russia Really Loved the Zelensky-Trump Meeting

Russian leaders are praising Trump for going after the "insolent pig"

(Newser) - Although leaders from around the world have condemned President Trump's contentious meeting in the Oval Office with Ukraine leader Volodymyr Zelensky on Friday, those from one country couldn't be happier. Russian leaders love how things turned out, and they've released statements that praise Trump and Vice President...

Graham: I Warned Zelensky Not to 'Take the Bait'

Crucial Ukraine supporter calls meeting a 'disaster'

(Newser) - Volodymyr Zelensky appears to have lost the support of a crucial backer in the US Senate over his public showdown with President Trump . Republican Lindsey Graham addressed reporters after the fracas and said the Ukraine leader must "fundamentally change" or resign, reports Axios and the Hill . Graham described the...

Zelensky: I Don't Think I Owe an Apology

Ukraine leader tells Fox News he thinks his relationship with Trump can be salvaged

(Newser) - Ukraine leader Volodymyr Zelensky says his relationship with President Trump wasn't irreparably damaged on Friday despite their contentious Oval Office session . Zelensky spoke with Bret Baier of Fox News afterward, who asked if their ties could be salvaged:
  • "Yes, of course, because it's relations (about) more than
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