# Trump’s Push for Deals With Russia Powers His Frustration With Ukraine

- Source: NYT Politics
- Published: 2026-10-20T01:00:18+00:00
- Category: Politics
- Original: https://www.nytimes.com/2026/10/19/us/politics/trump-russia-deals.html
- Canonical: https://groundlevelnews.com/story/trump-s-push-for-deals-with-russia-powers-his-frustration-with-ukraine-4d60c8/

The series of recent steps by the president that seem to favor Vladimir Putin reflect his intensifying desire to normalize the relationship with Moscow even if it means further undercutting Ukraine.

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