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Trump’s Ukraine call with Putin leaves UK sounding at odds with reality

Statements that there can be no negotiations without Kyiv ring hollow when the US president has just sidelined it

The Guardian - UK

Pete Hegseth says ‘everything is on the table’ to end Ukraine war

US defence secretary suggests cutting number of American troops in Europe could even be part of a deal with Russia

The Guardian - UK

The Guardian view on Trump and Putin: Ukraine’s future must not be decided without it

Editorial: The US president wants to end this war – and is happy to do so on Russian terms

The Guardian - UK

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What we learned from Trump and Putin’s phone call – editor’s briefing

Annalena Baerbock, the German foreign minister, spoke for much of the European diplomatic community when she reacted to news of Donald Trump’s phone chat with Vladimir Putin: “This is the way the Trump administration operates,” she declared. “This is not how others do foreign policy, but this is now the…

The Conversation

Ukraine just the latest Trump wheeze for Labour to try to defend and disown

It was left to the poor junior defence minister Maria Eagle to walk that particular tightrope in the Commons

The Guardian - UK

US Prioritizes Investment Relationship With Ukraine Over Shared Values

President Trump prioritizes investment and economic benefits in US-Ukraine relations, focusing on leveraging Ukraine's rare earth minerals.

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European Leader Compares Trump's Russia Talk To Infamous 1938 Appeasement To Nazis: 'Not Even Chamberlain Went That Low'

Recent diplomatic efforts by President Donald Trump to negotiate an end to the war in Ukraine have drawn comparisons to British Prime Minister Neville Chamberlain's policy of appeasement toward Nazi Germany in the late 1930s.

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US Defense Secretary Prioritizes Ending War In Ukraine At NATO Meeting

US Defense Secretary Hegseth addresses Ukraine war at NATO meeting, discussing negotiations and defense spending.

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US says European security no longer its primary focus – the shift has been years in the making

European defence ministers left their meeting in Brussels on February 12 in shock after the new US secretary of defence, Pete Hegseth, told them they could no longer rely on the US to guarantee their security.

The Conversation

US Defense Secretary Links Ukraine Aid To Russia Negotiations

US Secretary of Defense Hegseth discusses potential aid adjustments for Ukraine in negotiations with Russia at NATO headquarters.

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Trump’s trade war with China shows no signs of slowing even with phones and electronics being exempted: Live

Electronics exemption to Trump’s tariffs will benefit high-tech companies such as Apple and Tesla

The Independent UK

OPINION - Vladimir Putin looks set for a colossal propaganda win in Ukraine — while Europe faces ten years of guerrilla warfare

Ukraine is headed for a messy, quick-fix ceasefire – which is unlikely to deliver long term peace in eastern Europe. A likely outcome from what the Trump and Putin teams are proposing could be ten years of guerrilla warfare across a large chunk of Europe and the borders of Asia.

Evening Standard

US Urges NATO Allies To Increase Defense Spending To 5%

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth urges NATO allies to increase defense spending to 5% GDP, aligning with Trump administration's stance.

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Mitch Mcconnell Votes Against Three Trump Cabinet Nominees

Mitch McConnell defies GOP by opposing Trump's Cabinet picks, signaling a shift in his political stance.

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Reason

Is Trump Getting Ready To Cut Ukraine—and Europe—Loose?

The push for Russian-Ukrainian peace is about more than Ukraine.

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US Defense Secretary Hegseth Hedges On Ukraine NATO Membership Stance

US Defense Secretary clarifies US stance on Ukraine's NATO membership, highlighting ongoing negotiations led by President Trump.

International Business Times

Hegseth Warns NATO That Trump Won't Allow Uncle Sam To Turn Into Uncle Sucker

Hegseth said Europe needs to increase defense spending and take a primary role in its own defense.

The Independent UK

Mapped: What parts of Ukraine does Russia control as Trump suggests land swap for peace?

Donald Trump’s administration says it believes Ukraine’s hopes of forcing Russia out of occupied territory are ‘unrealistic’

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Salon

Trump dictates. Musk desiccates

Both have an insatiable appetite for destruction

Latin Times

U.S. Special Forces To Land In Mexico To Train Local Marines At President Sheinbaum's Request

The training will extend between mid February and the end of March

The Independent UK

NATO is in disarray after the US announces that its security priorities lie elsewhere

U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's speech on Ukraine this week has thrown NATO into disarray

Al Jazeera

European leaders seek seat in Ukraine peace talks after Trump calls Putin

European leaders are concerned the US could force Ukraine into a bad peace deal that would leave them sidelined.

The Guardian - UK

First Thing: Trump-Putin call ‘not a betrayal’ of Ukraine, insists Hegseth

President causes alarm in rush to secure peace deal between Moscow and Kyiv, saying Ukraine ‘unlikely’ to get much land back or join Nato. Plus, how dating apps ignore reports of rape

Al Jazeera

No NATO seat or US troops: Trump’s new roadmap to end Russia-Ukraine war

US does not think NATO membership, full restoration of territory are feasible for Ukraine, says Trump’s defence chief.

The Guardian - UK

US should not have made concessions to Russia over Ukraine, says German minister

France also criticises Trump’s approach to ending war, resting on Kyiv forfeiting territory and Nato membership

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