On Wednesday morning Ukrainian peace talks involving American, European and Ukrainian ministers in London were downgraded after Secretary of State Marco Rubio cancelled his attendance. Hours later, US Vice President JD Vance revealed a peace plan was on the table, insisting it is a "fair deal for both sides" and that both Ukraine and Russia would have to cede territory under its terms. But how much did that deal influence Rubio's decision and where does it leave Ukraine? Professor of American Studies at the Clinton Institute, Scott Lucas, analyses whether we are any closer to peace in Ukraine.

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As allies grow increasingly wary of America’s reliability, British and European defence companies are shifting away from US-made components and ramping up the production of home-grown munitions. The Times’ defence editor, Larisa Brown, explores the drive for military independence, the fallout for US defence giants, and how Donald Trump’s policies are reshaping arsenals and alliances worldwide.

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The US and Iran edge closer to a deal on Tehran’s nuclear programme, with promises of more talks despite military threats and mixed messages from Donald Trump. As the diplomatic dance continues, The Times' Middle East Correspondent, Samer al-Atrush, analyses the stakes—and whether war is inevitable.

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