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Energized by a ceasefire-for-hostages deal in Gaza, President Donald Trump moved to parlay momentum into other hotspots, tasking envoy Steve Witkoff to “get Russia done” and preparing a meeting with Vladimir Putin in Budapest. But the Gaza truce showed its fragility as Hamas failed to deliver several hostages’ remains, prompting U.S. explanations and Israeli anger while plans for a multinational security force advanced. In Washington, a tense lunch left Volodymyr Zelensky without the long-range Tomahawks he sought, as Trump argued the war should end “where they are.” He also flexed abroad, from moves in Venezuela to China tariff threats.

Prepared by Lauren Mitchell and reviewed by editorial team.