There’s a third rationale, which is also contradictory: At times Trump will argue that he’s not really a high-tariff person, but he’s trying to negotiate changes in behavior. And if you get those ...

Ukraine has agreed to a 30-day ceasefire proposal and the US says it will restart military aid and intelligence-sharing with Kyiv after a day of peace talks in Saudi Arabia. Follow the latest here ...

The prospect of an immediate 30-day ceasefire is a "massively significant moment" in bringing the Ukraine war to a close, our US correspondent Mark Stone says. "This is the Ukrainians talking to ...

A trader works on the floor at the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) in New York City, U.S., February 24, 2025. REUTERS/Brendan McDermid/File Photo ...