Charles Maynes
[Copyright 2024 NPR]
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President Trump is working the phones on Monday, holding calls with the leaders of Russia, Ukraine and other European countries as he continues efforts to negotiate an end to the war in Ukraine. -
The negotiations took place a day later than planned amid low expectations for a breakthrough, after Russian President Vladimir Putin and President Trump opted not to go to Turkey. -
There are lots of unknowns ahead of potential direct talks between Russia and Ukraine in Turkey. -
Russia declared a three-day ceasefire in Ukraine starting May 8 for the anniversary of the Soviet Union's victory over Nazi Germany. Ukraine called for an immediate, 30-day truce instead. -
As the Trump administration continues to flood the news cycles with its efforts to end to the war in Ukraine, NPR looks at the Kremlin's negotiating strategy.
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President Trump called on Russia and Ukraine to hold high-level negotiations to end the war, saying that talks toward a deal have gone well. -
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Ksenia Karelina, jailed over a $50 donation to Ukraine, released after U.S.-Russia prisoner swap. -
A visit by a senior Kremlin envoy to the White House this week may help explain why Russia is not on President Trump's tariffs list - and determine for just how long Russia can stay off the list. -
The White House says it has secured an agreement with Russia and Ukraine on the Black Sea, to ensure safe navigation, eliminate the use of force and prevent the military use of commercial vessels.
