Reuters: Trump could unleash new sanctions on Russia’s economy, but waits to see if Europe dares move first
The White House weighs penalties on banking and oil exports even as it tests allies’ resolve, officials told Reuters.
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CNN: Rubio’s expected meeting with Lavrov delayed, casting shadow over Trump–Putin Budapest summit plans
Despite Trump’s calls for a fast-tracked peace process, high-level diplomatic talks between Washington and Moscow have stalled, CNN sources said.
In call with Trump, Putin demands full control of Donetsk Oblast that he has failed to conquer for 11 years, WP says
The Russian president allegedly suggested swapping partial claims in Zaporizhzhia and Kherson for full control of Donetsk, WP sources stated.
Trump and Putin plan Budapest talks, but Ukrainian civilians might bear deadly brunt of their meeting again
While Trump hails progress and Putin’s cooperation, Ukrainian activists say the Kremlin uses diplomacy to cover continued assaults.
Trump’s “paper tiger” jab at Russia followed by diplomatic showdown with Lavrov
America's top diplomat, Marco Rubio, delivered a blunt demand after the US President's reversal on Ukraine’s territorial concessions.
“We’ve not seen any progress,” Rubio reveals secret Russia talks this week
American diplomats conducted previously undisclosed talks with senior Russian officials Monday and Tuesday but achieved no breakthrough on Ukraine peace negotiations, Secretary of State disclosed
ISW: Moscow tries to trade business deals with Washingtopn for Ukraine’s capitulation, while drones rain down on maternity wards and hospitals
As Russian diplomats discuss commerce, Ukraine endures brutal drone attacks demanding its collapse.
Zelenskyy’s top man Yermak is “bipartisan irritator,” US insiders warn Politico
The Ukrainian President Office chief's abrasive style and vague agendas are testing US support for Ukraine at a fragile moment, sources told Politico.
Trump diplomacy’s new low: Rubio congratulates Russians on Russia Day
Polls show that 3/4 of Russians support Moscow's ongoing colonial war in Ukraine, while Russian "opposition" often repeats the Kremlin's talking points.
US repeats Ukraine-Russia talks mantra despite Russia’s rejection of ceasefires
In a call with the French FM, US State Secretary Rubio again brings up direct talks and diplomatic efforts to end the Russo-Ukrainian war.
FT: Witkoff cancels Moscow trip as Kremlin snubs 22-point US-Ukraine-European-backed ceasefire plan
The cancellation halted what would have been Witkoff’s fifth meeting with Putin since February.
Ukraine’s FM Sybiha meets Rubio, Graham in Antalya ahead of Kyiv-Moscow talks
Sybiha reportedly presented Ukraine’s peace plan to US officials, emphasizing the need for Russian reciprocity.
JD Vance finally admits Russia’s war in Ukraine won’t end soon
Trump’s efforts to end the war by pressuring Ukraine to concede to Russia have so far proven futile.
CNN: US seeks Russia-Ukraine peace deal within Trump’s first 100 days
European official reveals Trump's urgency for Russia-Ukraine war resolution, while Rubio skips London meeting and Trump criticizes Zelenskyy.
Trump says he may “take a pass” within days on his futile efforts to freeze Russo-Ukrainian war
Meanwhile, US State Secretary Rubio said the US is nearing a decision on ending its role in Ukraine talks, declaring, “It’s not our war.”
Bloomberg: US ready to recognize Crimea as Russian in Trump-pushed peace deal
A US peace proposal discussed in Paris would freeze current frontlines, leave occupied Ukrainian land under Russian control, and drop NATO membership plans, per Bloomberg sources.
US to hold talks on Ukraine with Kyiv’s European allies
Trump's Witkoff and Rubio are meeting European officials in Paris reportedly to discuss Russia-Ukraine war resolution strategies on 17 April.
Rubio and Witkoff to meet French leaders for talks on Ukraine peace efforts
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and special envoy Steve Witkoff will travel to Paris this week for high-stakes talks on Ukraine, Iran and trade issues with French leadership.
Reuters: US senators urge Trump administration to transfer Russian assets to Ukraine
A bipartisan group calls for the transfer of frozen Russian assets to Ukraine, aiming to support reconstruction and defense amid ongoing peace talks.
Rubio, Lavrov discuss working towards restoring US-Russia communication
The US State Secretary had a phone call with the Russian FM to inform him on the US operation against the Houthis and "continue working towards restoring" US-Russia communication.