Axios

Senate Republicans are seizing on President Trump's growing frustration with Russian President Vladimir Putin to argue the time to impose fresh sanctions on Russia is now.

Why it matters: Trump's tone on Putin has shifted in recent days, calling the Russian president "crazy" and warning he is "playing with fire" in Ukraine while Trump heads off "really bad things."

The Trump administration asked the Supreme Court Tuesday to overturn a federal judge's order that blocks the government from sending undocumented immigrants to countries they're not citizens of.

The big picture: The move comes after U.S. District Judge Brian Murphy determined last week that the administration "unquestionably" violated his ruling by swiftly deporting a group of immigrants to South Sudan.

President Trump cautioned Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in a phone call last week not to take any action that could jeopardize negotiations between the U.S. and Iran on a new nuclear deal, a White House official and a source familiar with the details tell Axios.

Why it matters: Trump and other senior U.S. officials have grown concerned in recent weeks that Israel might bomb Iran's nuclear facilities or take other steps that could undermine the talks, the official said.

President Trump warned Russian President Vladimir Putin that he's "playing with fire" in Ukraine on Tuesday, the latest in a series of unusually sharp criticisms from Trump toward the Russian leader.

Why it matters: Trump has threatened sanctions or tariffs if Putin continues to bombard Ukrainian cities and reject his ceasefire push, but so far has refrained from taking any action.

King Charles III delivered a speech to Canada's Parliament on Tuesday, where he supported the country's sovereignty in the face of President Trump's annexation threats.

Why it matters: Charles' visit comes as American-Canadian relations have splintered because of Trump's repeated annexation threats and tariff policies.

King Charles III delivered several subtle jabs to the United States and the Trump administration during his speech to Canada's Parliament on Tuesday, saying a "confident Canada" can "give themselves far more than any foreign power can ever take away."

Why it matters: Canada has been in President Trump's crosshairs for months as Trump has expressed interest in annexing the U.S.' northern neighbor and engaged the allied nation in a whirlwind tariff war.

The U.S. Steel saga is entering its ludicrous era, more than 17 months after the Pittsburgh-based company agreed to be acquired by Japan's Nippon Steel for around $15 billion.

Why it matters: None of this is working the way it's supposed to, and the chaos has opened the door for potential impropriety.

Tencent of China is acquiring a 9.7% stake in listed South Korean music firm SM Entertainment Co. from K-pop agency Hybe for around $177 million, according to a securities disclosure.

Why it matters: This is the latest indication that mainland China plans to lift its unofficial ban on K-pop and other forms of Korean entertainment

Officials in North Korea detained four officials over the failed launch of a new warship last week in the northeastern port city of Chongjin, per state media.

The big picture: The incident last Thursday that analysts said left the 5,000-ton destroyer badly damaged drew a rare public rebuke from North Korean leader Kim Jong-un, who described the mishap as a "criminal act."

Police arrested a man after a car hit a crowd attending Liverpool's victory parade that drew thousands of fans of the Premier League-winning soccer club Monday to the city in northwest England.

The latest: Merseyside Police Assistant Chief Constable Jenny Sims said at a Monday briefing the incident was not being treated as terrorism following the arrest of a "53-year-old white British man" whom investigators believe was the driver. They aren't looking for any other suspects.

White House envoy Steve Witkoff told Axios on Monday he is "disappointed" that Hamas has so far failed to accept his proposal for a new Gaza hostage and ceasefire deal.

Why it matters: Witkoff has been speaking directly with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his top adviser, Ron Dermer, and with Hamas leadership through a backchannel facilitated by Palestinian American businessman Bishara Bahbah.

The Kremlin dismissed President Trump's criticism of Russian President Vladimir Putin as "emotional overload" on Monday.

Why it matters: Trump called Putin "crazy" on Sunday after Russia launched a record-setting drone and missile attack on Ukraine over the weekend as efforts continue to broker a ceasefire.

President Trump said Sunday he wants to end the war in Gaza "as quickly as possible," stating publicly what he's been saying privately since his trip to the Middle East this month.

Why it matters: Many of Israel's international allies, aside from Trump, have already broken publicly with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu over his decision to expand the Gaza operation, suspend humanitarian aid and oppose a long-term ceasefire. Trump has so far declined to publicly pressure Netanyahu.

President Trump said Sunday that the nuclear talks between the U.S. and Iran made "real progress" and he have "good news" about it later this week.

Why it matters: Trump's optimism comes several days after U.S. and Iranian officials set contradictory red lines over the future of uranium enrichment on Iranian soil, leading to speculation the talks could break down.