On today’s episode:• President Trump says peace in the Middle East does not require a two-state deal. • A Times investigation reveals that the Trump campaign team spoke with Russian intelligence officials over and over in 2016, even as Russia was trying to disrupt the election. Background reading:• “Trump, Meeting With Netanyahu, Backs Away From Palestinian State,” by Peter Baker. If you’re reading this from your phone, tap this link, which will take you straight there. If you’re reading this from your phone, tap this link to play the latest episode and learn more about the app.

Source: New York Times February 16, 2017 10:46 UTC