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Russia says man suspected of shooting top general has been extradited to Moscow from Dubai

A Ukrainian-born Russian citizen has been extradited to Moscow from Dubai on suspicion of gravely injuring one of Russia's most senior military intelligenc...

Independent.ie - World - 14 minutes ago

Russia names three suspects in shooting of general

The suspects include the alleged gunman, Lyubomir Korba, whom Russia says fled to the UAE after the attack.

BBC News - Top Stories - 1 hour ago

Suspect in shooting of senior Russian general detained, Russia says

Russian authorities said on Feb. 8 that the man suspected of shooting a deputy chief of Russia’s military intelligence agency in Moscow was detained in Dubai and handed over to Russia, and they alleged he was working on behalf of Ukraine.

Hurriyet Daily News - World - 1 hour ago

Suspect in shooting of senior Russian officer detained, Russia says -- News -- - -- World

Russia’s Federal Security Service said Sunday that the man suspected of shooting a deputy chief of Russia’s military intelligence agency in Moscow was detained in Dubai and handed over to Russia.

CBC News - World - 2 hours ago

In Ukraine talks, Trump deploys a familiar foreign policy tool: a ticking clock

Deadlines alone are unlikely to shift the fundamentals of a war now approaching the four-year mark, analysts warn.

NBC News - Business - 3 hours ago

Kyiv pushes to pick up pace in peace talks, praises Trump efforts

Ukraine’s foreign minister said the toughest issues in peace talks can be resolved only in a face-to-face meeting between the Ukrainian and Russian...

Daily Sabah - World - 3 hours ago

After 4 long years, US figure skater reunites with family from war-torn Ukraine at the Olympics

MILAN (AP) — It had been four long years since American figure skater Vadym Kolesnik saw family members still living in Ukraine. Four years of Russian bombs landing on Kharkiv, reducing their …

Bay to Bay News - World - 4 hours ago

Russian Airstrike on Ukraine Residential Area Kills One, Wounds Two

A Russian airstrike on a residential area in eastern Ukraine killed one person and wounded two, officials said Sunday.

Breitbart - World - 5 hours ago

Russia accuses Ukraine of ordering 'assassination attempt' - as suspect flown to Moscow

Russia's FSB intelligence service says a Russian citizen has been detained in Dubai, after a general was shot in Moscow on Friday. Follow the latest below.

Sky News - World - 6 hours ago

Russia says second suspect in general's shooting arrested in Dubai

Lyubomir Korba is extradited from the UAE, where he fled hours after Friday's attack, Russia's FSB says.

Aljazeera - World - 6 hours ago

Ukraine war latest: Suspect detained after Putin general shooting

A suspect has been detained in Dubai and extradited to Russia

Independent UK - World - 7 hours ago

Suspect who allegedly shot top Russian general several times has been detained in Dubai, Russia says

The Federal Security Service (FSB) said a Russian citizen, Lyubomir Korba, was detained in Dubai on suspicion of carrying out the shooting

New York Post - World - 8 hours ago

Russia says man suspected of shooting top general has been detained in Dubai

Lieutenant General Vladimir Alexeyev, deputy head of Russia's military intelligence arm, was shot several times in an apartment block in Moscow on Friday.

CNBC - Politics - 9 hours ago

Russia and India are about to put their joint civil aviation fleet on the global map

The SJ‑100 and Ilyushin jet partnership marks a historic shift in ties, making India a new hub for civilian jet manufacturing

Russia Today - Opinion - 14 hours ago

Ukraine-Russia talks heat up as Zelenskyy warns of US pressure before elections

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has suggested a possible June deadline for ending the Ukraine-Russia war could be linked to US political pressure ahead of midterm elections. According to...

International The News - World - 15 hours ago

World News -- EU mulls sanctions on Russia amid Ukraine war -- The European Commission is weighing energy, financial services and trade sanctions against Russia as the Ukraine war enters its fifth year.

The European Commission is weighing energy, financial services and trade sanctions against Russia as the Ukraine war enters its fifth year.

UPI - World - 22 hours ago

'Sabotage': Russian general shot in Moscow amid Ukraine ceasefire talks

A key aide to Vladimir Putin, Vladimir Alekseev was part of the leadership group that planned the full-scale invasion of Ukraine four years ago.

Sydney Morning Herald - World - 18 hours ago

Zelenskyy says U.S. set June deadline for Ukraine and Russia to agree to end war

The U.S. proposed holding the next round of trilateral talks next week in America for the first time, likely in Miami, Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelenskyy said.

NBC News - World - 20 hours ago

US Gave Ukraine and Russia a June Deadline to Reach Agreement to End War, Zelenskyy Says

“The Americans are proposing the parties end the war by the beginning of this summer and will probably put pressure on the parties precisely according to this schedule,” Zelenskyy said.

Military.com - US News - 21 hours ago

US pushing for June deadline to end Russia-Ukraine war, Zelenskyy says

The US has given Ukraine and Russia a June deadline to reach a deal to end the nearly four‑year war, as Russia launches strikes on energy infrastructure.

SBS - Top Stories - 21 hours ago

Trump Turns to US Military Leaders for Diplomatic Efforts on Iran and Ukraine -- The White House has not responded to a request for comment about why Trump sent Adm. Brad Cooper, head of U.S. Central...

The White House has not responded to a request for comment about why Trump sent Adm. Brad Cooper, head of U.S. Central Command, to participate in the talks.

Military.com - Top Stories - 21 hours ago

U.S. suggests June deadline for ending Russia-Ukraine War

Ukraine and Russia might meet in the United States in February after U.S. officials suggested a non-binding June deadline to end the war.

UPI - Top Stories - 22 hours ago

Japanese PM laments lack of peace treaty with Russia

Japanese PM Sanae Takaichi has reiterated her intent to reach a formal post-WWII peace settlement with Russia

Russia Today - World - 23 hours ago

Kyiv only getting 4-6 hours of electricity a day in February after relentless Russian strikes

The Ukrainian capital city is expecting just 4-6 hours of electricity a day in February after relentless Russian strikes decimated key power plants and substations.

New York Post - World - 23 hours ago

U.S. gives Ukraine and Russia a June deadline to reach deal to end war, Zelensky says

The U.S. has given Ukraine and Russia a June deadline to reach a peace deal, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said.

Los Angeles Times - World - 1 day ago

US pressing Ukraine and Russia to end war by June, Zelenskyy says

KYIV: The United States wants Ukraine and Russia to end their nearly four-year war by June, and has offered to host talks between the two sides in Florida next week, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy sa

Channel NewsAsia - World - 1 day ago

Zelenskyy Says US Gave Ukraine and Russia a June Deadline to End War

Zelenskyy said Washington wants the war ended by early summer and is prepared to increase pressure on both Kyiv and Moscow if talks stall.

Epoch Times - Top Stories - 1 day ago

UK 'threatens to seize' Russia-linked shadow fleet tanker

Shadow fleets are used to transport sanctioned oil around the world

Independent UK - World - 1 day ago

Zelenskyy claims US gave Ukraine and Russia a deadline to reach peace agreement

Russia continues strikes on Ukraine's energy infrastructure as Zelenskyy confirms U.S.-mediated peace negotiations are underway with a summer deadline.

Fox News - World - 1 day ago

Zelensky Says U.S. Pushing for End to Ukraine War by June

The United States wants Ukraine and Russia to end their nearly four-year war by June, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said.

Breitbart - Politics - 1 day ago

US wants Russia and Ukraine to end war by June, says Zelenskiy

Overnight attack targeting grid and generation facilities involved over 400 drones and 40 missiles ‍

Irish Times - World - 1 day ago

Russia launches large-scale 'retaliatory' strikes on Ukraine – MOD

The Russian military has launched strikes on Ukraine’s defense-related transport and energy infrastructure, Moscow has said

Russia Today - Top Stories - 1 day ago

US gives Ukraine and Russia June deadline to reach agreement to end war, says Zelensky

The US has given Ukraine and Russia a June deadline to reach an agreement to end the nearly four-year war, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky told repo...

Independent.ie - World - 1 day ago

Zelenskyy says US gave Ukraine, Russia a June deadline to end war

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said the United States has set a June deadline for Ukraine and Russia to reach an agreement to end the nearly...

Daily Sabah - World - 1 day ago

How 'outdated' US weapons are making a big difference in the Ukraine war

Copperhead rounds first appeared in Ukraine in November 2024 and video of them hitting targets was posted slightly afterward.

New York Post - Opinion - 1 day ago

U.S.-Russia nuclear weapons treaty has expired. What happens now? -- Mike Crawley -- -

The treaty between the U.S. and Russia limiting their deployment of strategic nuclear weapons has expired, leaving plenty of questions about what U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin intend to do next.

CBC News - World - 1 day ago

Kremlin says Russia and U.S. agree quick arms talks needed. U.S. accuses China of secret nuclear tests

MOSCOW (AP) — Russian and U.S. negotiators discussed the expiration of the last remaining nuclear arms pact between the two countries and agreed on the need to quickly launch new arms control talks, t

The Columbian - Politics - 2 days ago

Marco Rubio: China's Nuclear Buildup Makes Any Deal Between Only U.S. and Russia 'Obsolete'

Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Trump would not pursue a new nuclear arms reduction agreement without China.

Breitbart - World - 2 days ago

Kremlin says Russia and U.S. agree quick arms talks needed

The New START treaty terminated Thursday, leaving no caps on the two largest atomic arsenals for the first time in more than a half-century and fueling fears of an unconstrained nuclear arms race.

Los Angeles Times - World - 2 days ago

IAEA Issues 'Stark' Nuclear Warning After Russia Pummels Ukraine

Russia has repeatedly struck Ukraine's energy infrastructure during its war, risking a nuclear disaster.

Newsweek - World - 2 days ago

Russia, Ukraine exchange 300 prisoners as US peace talks end without breakthrough

Ukraine's diplomat welcomed the return of prisoners, noting that "many of those freed endured captivity and mistreatment since 2022."

New York Post - World - 2 days ago

Trump's nuclear arms control push with Russia hinges on China -- As a treaty with Russia expires, the US president says he can get a better deal. Experts warn that could take years.

As a treaty with Russia expires, the US president says he can get a better deal. Experts warn that could take years.

BBC News - US News - 2 days ago

US-Iran nuclear talks set for Oman on Friday; US-Russia nuclear arms treaty expires

US and Iranian officials to sit down on Friday for nuclear talks in the capital of Oman, amid concerns in the region that Donald Trump could take military action against Tehran. The talks, coming after the last remaining nuclear arms treaty between the US and Russia, expired. Toni Waterman reports from Washington DC, w

Channel NewsAsia - World - 3 days ago

Ukraine and Russia to exchange hundreds of POWs after peace talks

Ukraine and Russia will exchange 157 prisoners each following peace talks that officials say were ‘productive’

Evening Standard - World - 3 days ago

Ukraine and Russia Reach POW Swap Deal as Peace Negotiations Continue

U.S.-brokered talks between Russia and Ukraine have produced a new prisoner exchange but remain stalled over fundamental disputes on territory and security guarantees, even as the war grinds on.

OilPrice.com - World - 3 days ago

FOILED: Russia-Linked Cyberattacks On The Winter Olympics

"These are actions of Russian origin."

Huffington Post - World - 3 days ago

Russia exits New START treaty, raising global nuclear alarm

ALBAWABA- Russia announced on Wednesday that it is “no longer bound” by the New START treaty, the last remaining agreement limiting strategic nuclear ar

Albawaba - World - 3 days ago

In southeastern Ukraine's bitter cold, troops try to halt relentless Russian advance -- Russia and Ukraine might be negotiating elsewhere. But along the battlefront in Zaporizhzhia in southeastern Ukraine, where Russian forces have been advancing under cover of drones and glide bombs, peace talks seem far away.

Russia and Ukraine might be negotiating elsewhere. But along the battlefront in Zaporizhzhia in southeastern Ukraine, where Russian forces have been advancing under cover of drones and glide bombs, peace talks seem far away.

Christian Science Monitor - World - 4 days ago

Peace Talks Resume in Abu Dhabi as Russia Continues to Strike Ukraine

U.S.-facilitated peace talks between Ukraine and Russia resumed in Abu Dhabi even as Russia launched fresh missile and drone strikes across Ukraine.

OilPrice.com - World - 4 days ago

US, Russian and Ukrainian officials meet in Abu Dhabi for talks on Russia-Ukraine war

Russian and Ukrainian officials are in Abu Dhabi for three-way talks, brokered by the United States. Delegations are expected to cover key issues, mainly around territorial disputes and Ukraine's security guarantees. US President Donald Trump appeared optimistic that both sides seem open to striking a deal, adding that

Channel NewsAsia - World - 4 days ago

Russia says India hasn't said it's going to stop buying oil

TEHRAN, Feb. 04 (MNA) – A day after President Donald Trump said India agreed to halt purchases of Russian oil as part of a new U.S.-India trade deal, the Kremlin said it has heard nothing from New Delhi to suggest those flows are stopping.

Mehr News Agency - Business - 4 days ago

Russia launches record missile barrage against Ukraine one day before peace talks set to resume in Abu Dhabi

Russia launched a massive overnight attack on Ukraine using more than 70 missiles and 450 drones, Zelenskyy said, one day before peace talks resume in Abu Dhabi.

Fox News - World - 5 days ago

FIFA boss Infantino wants Russia to return to football

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 - 5 days ago

Corpse water, burned herbs, harrowing rituals: How Ukraine turned to magic in its war against Russia

Here’s how mysticism and witchcraft fueled Ukraine’s war mindset

Russia Today - Opinion - 5 days ago

Ukraine Prepares for New Peace Talks Amid Escalating Russian Bombardment

Ukraine, Russia, and the United States are preparing for a new round of trilateral talks in the UAE even as Russia continues deadly air strikes on Ukrainian civilians and infrastructure.

OilPrice.com - World - 6 days ago

Identifying dead Ukrainian soldiers returned from Russia

In Odesa, forensic teams work in converted train cars to identify fallen soldiers. Many arrive unnamed, yet experts document every clue and run DNA tests to match them with families. Warning: This video contains distressing images.

Deutsche Welle - Science - 6 days ago

Odessa A'zion exits A24 film after backlash to her being cast as character with Mexican heritage

The actor said she has dropped out of the adaptation of the novel "Deep Cuts" after online outcry over her casting.

NBC News - Entertainment - 6 days ago

Odessa A'zion drops out of Latina 'Deep Cuts' role following backlash

Earlier this week, TheWrap revealed that the 'Marty Supreme' star was cast as Zoe Gutierrez, a Latina character in the A24 film adaptation of Holly Brickley’s debut novel, prompting pushback online.

Los Angeles Times - Top Stories - 9 days ago

Peace Talks to Resume in Abu Dhabi as Ukraine War Grinds On

The United States, Ukraine, and Russia are preparing to resume peace negotiations in Abu Dhabi, even as intense fighting, territorial disputes, and unresolved security guarantees continue to define the war.

OilPrice.com - World - 13 days ago

Russia reports major inflation drop in 2025

Russia’s annual inflation rate has fallen to 5.59%, the lowest level in five years, central bank data shows

Russia Today - Business - 15 days ago

Putin meeting set for Thursday, Witkoff says, with Ukraine 'land deals' in focus

A meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin is set to take place on Thursday with "land deals" over Ukraine on the table, Special Envoy Steve Witkoff said.

CNBC - World - 18 days ago

Trump's Venezuelan oil move isn't hypocrisy — it's genius strategy to crush China and Russia

President Trump's Venezuelan oil imports serve U.S. energy strategy by optimizing Gulf Coast refineries designed for heavy crude while weakening adversaries.

Fox News - Business - 24 days ago

Company Inks $7M Deal to Provide Satellite Technology to US Army -- The Russia-Ukraine war has just in the past three years transformed technological capabilities and made the international...

The Russia-Ukraine war has just in the past three years transformed technological capabilities and made the international military community rethink war tactics.

Military.com - Technology - 3 months 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 - 3 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 - 10 months 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 - 10 months 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 - 2 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