Trump Wants Europe to Defend Itself. Here’s What It Would Take.
Replacing what the Americans do for the NATO alliance would take money, personnel, time and cooperation. None of those are easy.
Europe Races to Craft a Trump-Era Plan for Ukraine and Defense
European leaders are gathering in Brussels to discuss how to support Ukraine and fend more for themselves on defense.
King Charles III, a Quiet Diplomat, is Stepping Up
As he welcomed the leaders of Ukraine and Canada to his country estate this week, the king was sending a message to the world.
Zelensky Offers Terms to Stop Fighting, Assuring U.S. That Ukraine Wants Peace
“We are working on all possible scenarios to protect Ukraine,” said President Volodymyr Zelensky, whose country was looking to European allies for support.
Zelensky Turns to Diplomacy in Russia-Ukraine War After Clash With Trump
After a startling clash with President Trump, who has echoed the Kremlin view of the war, Ukraine’s leader is trying to shore up European support and smooth over relations with…
What Would the Church Say About End-of-Life Decisions for a Pope?
Francis has weighed in publicly before on ethics for end-of-life medical situations, but it is unknown whether he has made known his own wishes should he face such a crossroads.
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, which they hope could win the backing of a skeptical…
Europe Is Left with Hard Choices as Trump Sours on Ukraine
European leaders have been working to support Ukraine and beef up their own defenses. But the blowup between President Trump and Ukraine’s president on Friday made those goals more urgent.
Shocked by Trump Meeting, Zelensky and Ukraine Try to Forge a Path Forward
After President Trump’s rebukes, President Volodymyr Zelensky tried to repair the relationship with his counterpart while also reaching out to European allies.
With a Letter From King Charles, Starmer Was Welcomed Into Trump’s Court
The British prime minister, Keir Starmer, presented President Trump with a royal invitation and scored several political wins. But his top goal — a security guarantee for Ukraine — remained…