**NATO Halts Talks on Russia Strategy**
The North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) has stopped discussing a new strategy towards Russia. This decision comes as the US is trying to make peace in Ukraine.
Last year, NATO leaders agreed to create recommendations for how to deal with Russia in changing security circumstances. But now, these talks have been put on hold.
**Why the Delay?**
The reason for the delay is because US President Donald Trump’s team has not clearly explained what they want to achieve in the negotiations. This makes it hard for other countries to know where to go from here.
The US continues to be a major player in NATO decisions, even under Trump’s leadership. The president recently started direct talks with Russia and suggested joint economic projects. However, these talks have hit a snag because Russia is not agreeing to a 30-day ceasefire.
**Other News**
* In Ukraine, teenagers as young as 13 were caught setting fire to railroad tracks.
* The UK has added Russia to its list of countries that need to register their influence in the country.
* Latvia will give Ukraine 1,500 combat drones.
* The European Union is giving Ukraine €16.7 million to help it prepare for membership.
**Russia’s Actions**
* Russia launched 15 strike drones at the city of Kharkiv.
* Eight people, including three children, were shocked but not physically hurt in this attack.
* This is part of a larger conflict that has caused many casualties on both sides.
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