Russia, Trump and Europe

Russia praises Trump and scolds Europe for being the crucible of war
Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov on Sunday praised U.S. President Donald Trump's "common sense" aim to end the war in Ukraine, but accused the European powers which have rallied around Kyiv of seeking to prolong the conflict.
US refuses to blame Russia for Ukraine war, splitting with European allies in UN votes
In a dramatic shift in transatlantic relations under President Donald Trump, the United States has split with its European allies by refusing to blame Russia for its invasion of Ukraine in votes on three U.
Russia praises Trump’s Ukraine plan, accuses Europe of fuelling war
Britain is hosting a summit of European leaders on Sunday to shore up support for Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy after an astonishing Oval Office blowout with President Donald Trump that left many uncertain where the once staunch allies stood.
Russia's Lavrov: Why would Europe be at Ukraine talks if they want war to carry on?
Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov asked on Monday why Europe would be invited to join possible talks on a peace settlement in Ukraine if European politicians want the war to carry on.
European ‘coalition of the willing’ proposed to help end Russia-Ukraine war
At the hastily organised London summit, Keir Starmer said it was clear that Europe would need to do “the heavy lifting” in the face of a more isolationist America
Russia hails Trump, scolds Europe for being ‘crucible of war’
Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov on Sunday hailed what he called the common sense of U.S. President Donald Trump's aim to end the war in Ukraine.
Orban Urges EU to Launch Ukraine Peace Talks With Russia
Hungary's Viktor Orban urged the EU Saturday to open direct talks with Moscow to end the Ukraine war and vowed to oppose a bloc-wide accord on the conflict, according to a letter obtained by AFP. The demand by the Russia-friendly Hungarian prime minister – who has repeatedly stymied European Union action in support of Kyiv – comes the day after a
Orbán opposes EU summit declaration, urges direct talks with Russia
Shortly before a special EU summit, Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán has threatened to block possible new efforts to support Ukraine. In a letter to EU Council President António Costa, which has been made available to dpa,
Orban demands EU-Russia talks to end Ukraine war
In a document prepared ahead of the March 6 European Council meeting, Orban highlighted “strategic differences” between Hungary and other EU nations, which he said “cannot be bridged.” He argued the EU should follow the U.
Orbán calls for direct EU-Russia talks on Ukraine ceasefire
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán has written a letter to European Council President António Costa, demanding direct negotiations between the EU and Russia on a ceasefire in Ukraine. Orbán suggested blocking the adoption of the EU's conclusions regarding Ukraine,
Orban challenges EU stance on Ukraine, calls for talks with Russia
After the dispute in the White House, Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban appealed to the President of the European Council, Antonio Costa, for Europe to initiate peace negotiations with Russia, following the example of the United States.
Europe Races to Repair a Split Between the U.S. and Ukraine
European leaders pledge to assemble a “coalition of the willing” to develop a plan for ending Ukraine’s war with Russia, ...
Russia praises Trump’s ‘common sense’ after US President’s spat with Zelenskyy, calls Europe the ‘crucible of war’
Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov acknowledged that while Washington and Moscow would never fully align on global issues ...
Zelensky to meet King Charles and European leaders in UK after nightmare Trump meeting
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky will meet European leaders at a vital summit in London on Sunday, after his ...
Hegseth Orders Pentagon to Stop Offensive Cyberoperations Against Russia
The defense secretary’s instructions, which were given before President Trump’s blowup with the Ukrainian president, are ...
Russia thinks the West is weak — Europe must make a stand, now
Until Putin leaves the Kremlin, the only way to ensure Western security is for Europe to do more — ideally supported by ...
European leaders face prospect of dealing with Russia without US
Trump is putting the Europeans into a position where they have to choose between the U.S. and Ukraine, several officials said ...
Europe Rallies Around Zelensky After Explosive White House Meeting
The statements piled up on social media, offering words of encouragement to the Ukrainian leader and his people.
Turkey to repeat offer to host Ukraine-Russia peace talks at London summit, source says
Turkey's foreign minister will reiterate Ankara's offer to host peace talks between Ukraine and Russia at a meeting of ...