Tag: United States International Relations
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Russia Releases American Stephen Hubbard From Prison, State Media Reports
The move buys good will with President Trump while costing the Russian leader, Vladimir V. Putin, little.
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Trump Says He Asked Putin to Release an American Jailed in Russia
The president called for the return of Stephen James Hubbard, a Michigan teacher seized from his home in Ukraine months after Russia invaded that country.
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Why Zelensky Took the Gloves Off This Time With Trump
Staying quiet is riskier than speaking up, Ukrainian officials say, as President Trump goes further than ever in prioritizing Russia’s interests.
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Taunting Trump Over Gas Prices, Iran Braces for Aftermath of U.S. Vote
The midterm elections appear to be a factor for both sides in the war as President Trump weighs his next steps.
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Trump Defends Plans to Ease Russia Sanctions and Hints at a Hostage Deal
The president on Sunday justified his reversal of almost five years of sanctions against Russia as part of peace negotiations. He did not name any hostage.
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Migrants From Ukraine and Sudan to Keep Deportation Protections for Now
Temporary Protected Status for the two countries was set to expire on Monday. The Trump administration said an announcement would be made “at the appropriate time.”
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Trump Offers Putin Economic Relief in Hopes That Russia Will Return the Favor
The Trump administration is ignoring the will of Congress and waiving new Russia sanctions amid fears that high energy prices will cost Republicans in next month’s elections.
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The Rupturing Trump-Zelensky Relationship Stands to Hurt Ukraine and Its European Allies
Where the two presidents’ war of words will end is anybody’s guess. But if it continues, it could threaten the crucial operational help that Ukraine still gets from the United States.