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Ukraine/Russia

Russia attacked Ukraine with 1,770 drones and 1,530 guided aerial bombs over past week

Zelensky says Trump’s move could net Moscow as much as $10bn to support Putin’s war on Ukraine

Independent UK - Top Stories - 10 hours ago

World News -- Russian attacks on Kyiv kill 4, injure at least 15 -- Russian attacks on Kyiv overnight left at least four people dead and 15 injured, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced Saturday.

Russian attacks on Kyiv overnight left at least four people dead and 15 injured, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced Saturday.

UPI - World - 20 hours ago

Cheap drones, costly defence: Lessons from Ukraine -- m read

Discover how Ukraine's innovative drone defense strategies are reshaping modern warfare and offering new solutions to Gulf states against drone threats.

Gulf News - Opinion - 11 hours ago

Milano-Cortina Paralympics come to a close with another boycott by Ukraine at Games marked by Russia's return

A closing ceremony boycotted by Ukraine signalled the end of the Milano-Cortina Winter Paralympics on Sunday, hours after the U.S. Para ice hockey team won the final gold medal of the Games that were marked by the return of the Russian flag and national anthem to the global sports stage.

CBC News - Sports - 11 hours ago

Milan Cortina Paralympics end with another boycott by Ukraine at Games marked by Russia's return

A closing ceremony boycotted by Ukraine signaled the end of the Milan Cortina Winter Paralympics on Sunday, hours after the U.S. Para ice hockey team won the final gold medal of the Games that were marked by the return of the Russian flag and national anthem to the global sports stage.

CTV News - Sports - 13 hours ago

Quiet advantage: What Russia and China may gain from US-Iran war

The U.S.-Iran war may reshape global power, quietly shifting the balance toward Russia and China

Daily Sabah - Opinion - 15 hours ago

Ukraine waiting on U.S. and Russia to set next round of talks

KYIV, Ukraine — Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said in comments released Sunday that he was ready for the next round of trilateral peace talks to end Russia’s more than 4-year-old invasion of

The Columbian - Top Stories - 18 hours ago

Zelensky says Ukraine is waiting on U.S. and Russia to set next round of talks

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky says he is ready for the next trilateral peace talks with the U.S. and Russia, but the meeting depends on Washington and Moscow.

Los Angeles Times - World - 18 hours ago

Moldova issues oil spill alert after Russia strike on Ukraine

Chisinau: Moldova has triggered an environmental alert following a fuel spill in the Dniester River triggered by a Russian military strike in Ukraine,...

Peninsula Qatar - Top Stories - 20 hours ago

Ukraine announces shooting down 90 Russian drones

Kyiv: The Ukrainian air defenses shot down 90 of 97 drones Russia launched overnight from Bryansk, Kursk, Oryol, Millerovo (Russia), and Hvardiiske (C...

Peninsula Qatar - Top Stories - 20 hours ago

Nordic leaders meet in Oslo with Carney as Arctic tensions sharpen over Greenland, Russia -- Leaders from the five Nordic countries and Canada gathered in Oslo for a mini-summit on Arctic security amid rising geopolitical tensions. Discussions follow a massive NATO exercise in northern Norway and focus on Russian military risks, the fallout from U.S. threats to seize Greenland and energy security.

Leaders from the five Nordic countries and Canada meet in Oslo for a mini-summit on Arctic security amid rising geopolitical tensions. Discussions follow a massive NATO exercise in northern Norway and focus on Russian military risks, the fallout from U.S. threats to seize Greenland and energy security.

CBC News - Politics - 21 hours ago

Zelenskyy Says Ukraine Waiting on US and Russia to Set Next Round of Talks

The U.S. has postponed its sponsored talks between the two sides due to the war in the Middle East.

Military.com - US News - 23 hours ago

Zelensky accuses EU allies of 'blackmail' in oil pipeline row -- Volodymyr Zelensky says restoring the flow of Russian oil via Ukraine into the EU would be like lifting sanctions on Russia.

Volodymyr Zelensky says restoring the flow of Russian oil via Ukraine into the EU would be like lifting sanctions on Russia.

BBC News - World - 23 hours ago

Ukraine eyes fund, tech in return for Mideast drone help: Zelenskyy

Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Ukraine expects financial support and access to technology in return for helping Middle Eastern countries defend against Iranian...

Daily Sabah - World - 1 day ago

Five killed in Russian strikes on Ukraine as peace talks stall

The US-brokered ceasefire negotiations are on hold amid the crisis in the Gulf.

Sky News - World - 1 day ago

Russian strike on Kyiv region kills 4, wounds 15 -- -

A combined Russian missile and drone attack on the Kyiv region killed at least four people and wounded 15, a Ukrainian official said Saturday, after the United States postponed Russia-Ukraine talks due to the war with Iran. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said the main target of the strikes was energy infrastructure.

CBC News - World - 1 day ago

Iranian Official Calls Ukraine 'Legitimate Target' for Israeli Drone Help

An Iranian official warned Ukraine could become a target after accusing Kyiv of supporting Israeli drone operations.

Newsweek - World - 1 day ago

Russian strike on Kyiv region kills 4 and wounds 15, with peace talks stalled

A Russian missile and drone strike has hit the Kyiv region and killed at least four people and injured 15, as Ukraine-Russia peace talks remain on hold since the start of the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran.

Los Angeles Times - World - 1 day ago

Russian strike on the Kyiv region kills 4 and wounds at least 15, with peace talks stalled

A combined missile and drone attack on the Kyiv region killed at least four people and wounded at least 15 overnight into Saturday, according to the head of the regional administration.

CTV News - Top Stories - 1 day ago

Russian Strike on Kyiv Region Kills Four, Wounds at Least 15

A combined missile and drone attack on the Kyiv region killed at least four people and wounded at least 15 overnight into Saturday.

Breitbart - World - 2 days ago

How Russia is becoming the biggest winner in the Iran War

The war with Iran has seen an unlikely victor already emerging: Russia. As oil prices skyrocket as a consequence from the conflict, and sanctions are lifted against the country, the US adversary –...

New York Post - Weird - 2 days ago

US easing of Russia oil sanctions draws criticism -- US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said it was a temporary measure that would last until 11 April.

Leaders in Europe and Canada have pushed back against Washington's move to allow Russia to sell stranded oil.

BBC News - Business - 2 days ago

US eases oil sanctions at an ideal time for Russia

The United States has further eased sanctions on oil from Russia in an attempt to bring energy prices down as strikes on Iran continue. The news is a huge boost to the Kremlin, just when it needed one.

Deutsche Welle - Business - 2 days ago

Carney says Russia sanctions should stay as U.S. temporarily eases some restrictions on oil

As the United States issued a 30-day licence for countries to buy Russian oil and petroleum products that have already been loaded on a vessel, Prime Minister Mark Carney said Canada's position is to maintain sanctions on Russia, 'including on the shadow fleet, which is moving this oil.'

CBC News - Politics - 2 days ago

Is Russia the real winner in Iran war?

Paul Kelso looks at how soaring oil prices are benefiting Vladimir Putin and Russia's war against Ukraine. Russian oil is not transported through the Strait of Hormuz - that means it is cheap and in demand.

Sky News - Top Stories - 2 days ago

Zelensky says U.S. 30-day waiver on Russian oil sanctions is 'not the right decision'

The U.S. Treasury Department announced Thursday a 30-day waiver on Russian oil sanctions. The step aims to free up Russian cargoes stranded at sea and ease supply shortages caused by the Iran war.

Los Angeles Times - World - 2 days ago

UK calls for allies to keep pressure on Russia after US eases oil sanctions

No 10 said the decision ultimately lay with the US but that Britain remained committed to bringing ‘maximum’ financial strain on Moscow.

Evening Standard - Politics - 2 days ago

Why Trump's war with Iran will help fund Russia's assault on Ukraine

The Kremlin is set to enjoy a boost as US President Donald Trump lifts sanctions and its oil becomes more valuable.

Sky News - World - 3 days ago

Forbidden movies: Russia bans films that reject so-called 'traditional values'

'Traditional values' in the law include patriotism, service to the fatherland, high morals, a strong family, productive labor, and the priority of the spiritual over the material.

Global Voices - Entertainment - 3 days ago

Zelensky says Ukraine awaits White House sign-off on U.S. drone production deal

The U.S.-Ukraine deal would cover various types of drones and air defenses. Ukraine has pioneered the development of cut-price drone killers, some of which cost a few thousand dollars, that have rewritten the air defense rule book.

Los Angeles Times - US News - 3 days ago

Zelenskyy Says Ukraine Awaits White House Sign-off on US Drone Production Deal

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says he is awaiting White House approval for a major drone production agreement proposed by Kyiv last year.

Military.com - US News - 3 days ago

The war of signals: How Russia and China help Iran see the battlefield

Electronic warfare and intelligence sharing are eroding decades of US-Israeli dominance in the Gulf.

Aljazeera - Opinion - 4 days ago

Ukrainian troops 'claw back' almost all of key area from Russia as Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin discuss war and Middle East

Ukraine claims to have taken back almost all of its territory in a key region that Vladimir Putin wanted to turn into a “buffer zone”.

Independent.ie - World - 4 days ago

How Nuclear Waste Can Save Military Satellites and Lunar Exploration -- Russia and China can black out military satellites in seconds. A Latvian startup says nuclear-waste generators using 5x less...

Russia and China can black out military satellites in seconds. A Latvian startup says nuclear-waste generators using 5x less fuel could keep satellites—and lunar bases—running.

Military.com - US News - 5 days ago

Calmes: On Iran, Russia and China, Trump's weakness for strongmen explains his foreign policy

There is no Trump doctrine because this president is highly suggestible by authoritarians such as Vladimir Putin and Benjamin Netanyahu.

Los Angeles Times - Opinion - 11 days ago

Ukraine war: German parts make their way into Russian drones

Hundreds of thousands of German parts have been found in drones used by Russia to attack Ukraine, despite sanctions. The Russian military apparently values German components highly.

Deutsche Welle - Business - 14 days ago

'A setback': EU fails to approve new Russia sanctions as war drags on

European Union countries have failed to reach a consensus and agree on a 20th package of sanctions against Russia, mainly due to objections from...

Daily Sabah - Business - 20 days ago

Is an energy war brewing between Ukraine and EU states? (VIDEO)

What’s behind the warning by Hungary and Slovakia that they could cut energy supplies to Ukraine after it halted Russian oil transit?

Russia Today - Business - 24 days ago

Russia producing Iran's Bushehr NPP equipment

TEHRAN, Feb. 18 (MNA) – Russia’s Minister of Energy, Sergei Tsivilev, confirmed that equipment for phases 2 and 3 of Iran’s Bushehr nuclear power plant is being manufactured in Russia and will be shipped to Iran.

Mehr News Agency - Technology - 26 days ago

In a surprise statement, the head of world football has said he believes it is time for Russia to return to the pitch.

In a surprise statement, the head of world football has said he believes it is time for Russia to return to the pitch.

Deutsche Welle - Sports - 1 month ago

Greenpeace Accuses Russia of Destroying the Environment

A new Greenpeace report accuses Russia of accelerating environmental destruction and obstructing global climate progress as it prioritizes war and resource exploitation.

OilPrice.com - Environment - 5 months ago

Starmer: 'Sooner or later' Russia must yield to peace

Leaders from Europe, Australia, New Zealand and Canada met virtually to discuss a proposed ceasefire between Ukraine and Russia

Voice of America - Top Stories - 1 year ago

Can the US pry Russia away from China?

Western politicians have repeatedly called on China to limit or cease tacit support for Russia’s bloody war against Ukraine

Voice of America - Top Stories - 1 year ago

A Nightmarish New Report Has Detailed Russia's War Crimes In Ukraine

A new UN-backed report released Thursday found Russia has committed war crimes and likely crimes against humanity during its yearlong invasion of Ukraine.

BuzzFeed News - World - 1 year ago

IOC president blasts Ukraine – media

International Olympic Committee (IOC) president Thomas Back has reportedly urged Kiev against calls to boycott the Paris 2024 Games

Russia Today - Sports - 3 years ago

Russia and Belarus may be permitted to send neutral delegations to the 2024 Olympics

Ukraine’s Sports Minister Vadim Guttsait says his country might boycott the Paris Olympics next year if Russia and Belarus are granted entry

Russia Today - Sports - 3 years ago

Ukraine Invaded by Russia: Inside the War, the Refugee Crisis and the World's Reaction

Russia's invasion of Ukraine began Feb. 24. Since then, at least 24,000 people have been killed and at least 10 million people have been displaced.

Inside Edition - Politics - 3 years ago