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“The US also signed a deal last month to buy Russian diesel, which critics say would provide Russia with revenue to sustain the war against Ukraine.”

“The announcement came on the eve of United States-mediated talks in Abu Dhabi, with Russia and Ukraine returning to the negotiating table after a nine-month pause.”

“But on the same day, Carney also indicated Trump’s new diesel supply agreement with Russia undermines Canada’s efforts to end the war in Europe.”

“Trump spent weeks moderating between Russian and Ukrainian officials to hammer out a deal over the devastated city in Ukraine's Kherson region, ultimately winning the trust of both governments to serve as their "exclusive intermediary," according to a senior…”

“…ush comes after more than 4 1/2 years of fighting, bringing with it a surprise announcement on Friday: Kyiv and Moscow have agreed to a local ceasefire to allow aid next week into a stranded town in Ukraine’s southern war-divided region of Kherson, following…”

“Kyiv has paused its strikes on Russian refineries at the behest of Washington, which is trying to corral runaway fuel prices, The Wall Street Journal reported, while Reuters said the Pentagon had urged European leaders to calm their rhetoric over the threat…”

“News Analysis: Trump says he’s trying to entice Russia to negotiate.”

“Russian missiles keep falling on Ukrainian cities while Washington holds up approval of Patriot interceptor transfers to Ukraine, according to The Washington Post.”

“Trump returned to office vowing to swiftly end the Russia-Ukraine war, proclaiming last year that he was on “nobody’s side” except “humanity’s side.””

“He has waived new sanctions on Russia which had just been adopted by overwhelming Congressional majorities in the name of the late senator Lindsey Graham, a purported friend of Trump whose devotion to Ukraine’s democracy Trump now betrays.”

“Indeed, it is time to think of the West Asian region as you would of Nato and Europe, with Trump “jumping over Europe to shake hands with (Russian President Vladimir) Putin, and wanting Ukraine to surrender.””

“Zelenskiy to meet Witkoff as Trump praises Russia and rebukes Ukraine OSLO/KYIV, Oct 20 - Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskiy was due on Tuesday in Oslo to meet US special envoy Steve Witkoff, trying to repair ties with Washington that have deteriorated…”

“Zelenskiy to meet Witkoff after Trump says Russia has been 'fine' on Ukraine OSLO, Oct 20 - Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskiy will fly to Oslo to meet US special envoy Steve Witkoff on Tuesday, trying to repair ties with Washington that have…”

“US officials plan to travel to Norway, Russia for Ukraine talks, say sources US president Donald Trump's special envoy Steve Witkoff is set to travel to Norway this week for the next round of negotiations on ending the war in Ukraine, according to three…”

“Russian President Vladimir Putin is pushing for a trilateral meeting with President Trump and Chinese leader Xi Jinping to negotiate an end to the war in Ukraine — but he’s got even bigger ambitions.”

“Regardless of which political party controls Congress next year, lawmakers will likely revolt if Trump enters into a deal with Russia and China over Ukraine, said Fried, the former ambassador to Poland.”

“It’s all-in on Putin, accompanied by an appeal for new leadership in Ukraine or at the very least someone other than Zelenskyy to negotiate peace with the Russians.”

“Secretary of State Marco Rubio denied on Monday (October 19, 2026) that there had been any suspension of intelligence sharing with Ukraine and called on President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to "focus" on ending the war with Russia.”

“The US has been trying to mediate a peace deal to bring the Ukraine war to an end and Trump has since clinched a diesel import deal with Russia and waived some sanctions on Moscow, which he said should keep the Kremlin at the negotiating table.”

“…ig stories - UK | Sally Rooney has said she is being forced to withdraw her books from sale in the UK because of her support for the banned organisation Palestine Action. - Gaza | Israel is refusing to allow a key military outpost project for Donald Trump’s…”