China’s Xi to Visit Putin Under Shadow of War-Crimes Warrant

China’s Xi to Visit Putin Under Shadow of War-Crimes Warrant

Global divisions over Russia’s actions in Ukraine widened as China said Xi Jinping would go to Russia to help make peace, in a move widely seen as a stark sign of support for President Vladimir V. Putin.
Ukraine Needs Shells, and Arms Makers Want Money. Enter the E.U.

Ukraine Needs Shells, and Arms Makers Want Money. Enter the E.U.

Ukraine is firing artillery shells faster than manufacturers can make them. Brussels is working on a plan to increase production by guaranteeing big advance purchases.