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Europe
‘We’ll be talking about land’: Trump to speak with Putin about ending Ukraine war
The US president said the two leaders would discuss concessions including land and power plants as part of ceasefire negotiations.
- by Nathan Layne and Jeff Mason
Latest
A whooshing sound, then panic: Claims ‘sonic weapon’ used at protest over train tragedy
The widely banned acoustic weapon emits a targeted beam that causes sharp ear pain and can temporarily incapacitate people.
Claims 'sonic weapon' used at protest over train tragedy
The widely banned acoustic weapon emits a targeted beam that causes sharp ear pain and can temporarily incapacitate people.
Video captures spark that triggered horror nightclub fire
Musicians performing on stage were among the 59 people killed when a pyrotechnic display went wrong in a packed nightclub in North Macedonia.
- by Konstantin Testorides and Boris Grdanoski
Analysis
Russia-Ukraine war
Britain quit the European Union. Now it’s trying to lead it
Five years after Brexit, Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer’s intense diplomacy on Ukraine has put Britain back in a familiar role on the global stage.
- by Mark Landler and Stephen Castle
Updated
Russia-Ukraine war
Australians ‘stand up to bullies’, PM says as Starmer challenges Putin
After a meeting of some 30 world leaders, Britain said planning for a future peacekeeping effort in Ukraine was entering an “operational phase”.
Opinion
Ireland
Trump doesn’t want to ‘hurt Ireland’, but he probably will
Ireland and the US have a longstanding relationship. But the trade war has changed everything.
- by Ronan McDonald
Opinion
London
I’ve lived in London for three years without seeing this – how foolish I have been
It has featured in Harry Potter, and attracts millions of visitors a year. As I stand here, I see why it has become so important to this city.
- by Rob Harris
Explainer
NATO
‘Home alone’: How Trump is changing security in Europe
Trump’s return as US president has left Europe’s main military pact looking less assured. Here’s how defence is being reshaped on the continent.
- by Jackson Graham and Angus Holland
Putin suggests US ceasefire plan for Ukraine needs serious reworking
The Russian leader says he agrees in principle with America’s proposal for a 30-day truce, but that “there are issues” that need to be discussed.
Analysis
Russia-Ukraine war
Red flag for Trump as Putin uses classic Russian negotiating tactic
The Russian president’s response to the Ukraine ceasefire proposal should put the US president on notice - or he risks repeating mistakes of the past.
- by Roland Oliphant
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