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World News - FBI: Russia-backed Fancy Bear hackers used Wi-Fi routers to steal data

A Russian hacking group financed by the spy agency GRU managed a campaign to steal information about militaries and governments, the FBI said.

UPI - Top Stories - 2 hours ago

Call for Ukraine ceasefire renewed after Iran truce

KYIV — Kyiv on Wednesday called on the United States to pressure Russia into ending its invasion of Ukraine, saying Washington’s ceasefire agreement with Iran showed the success of US “decisiveness.”

Manila Times - World - 4 hours ago

Russia and China veto UN resolution on Strait of Hormuz amid US threats

TEHRAN - Russia and China vetoed a United Nations Security Council resolution on Tuesday that sought to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, hours before a US-imposed deadline for Iran to allow transit or face attacks on its infrastructure. The heavily watered-down measure, which passed with 11 votes in favor, two against, and two abstentions, had removed any language authorizing offensive action, limiting it to “defensive means necessary” for securing navigation.

Tehran Times - Top Stories - 15 hours ago

How can Ukraine help unlock the Strait of Hormuz? US President Donald Trump threatened to unleash "hell" on Iran if it failed to meet his Tuesday deadline to reopen the Strait of Hormuz to all shipping. Can Ukraine help unblock it? 06/04/2026

US President Donald Trump threatened to unleash "hell" on Iran if it failed to meet his Tuesday deadline to reopen the Strait of Hormuz to all shipping. Can Ukraine help unblock it?

Euronews - World - 15 hours ago

Reports: Ukraine Military Establishes Foothold in Libya

France's RFI confirms Russia's accusations that Ukraine is attacking its tankers in the Mediterranean from coastal Libya.

Breitbart - World - 1 day ago

Russia Weighs In on Iran War as Trump's Latest Deadline Looms

Russia and China voted against a U.N. resolution to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.

Newsweek - World - 1 day ago

Zelensky offers an Easter pause on energy strikes as Russian drone kills 4 in bus strike

The offer was made through the United States, which has been mediating talks between delegations from Moscow and Kyiv, Zelensky said, as Russia’s invasion stretches into a fifth year.

Los Angeles Times - World - 1 day ago

Cameroon says Russia has confirmed 16 Cameroonian soldiers died in Ukraine

Cameroon says Russia has confirmed the deaths of 16 Cameroonian soldiers in Ukraine

Los Angeles Times - World - 1 day ago

Woman, toddler daughter among 3 killed in Russia drone attack in Ukraine's Odesa -- News

Russia launched a drone attack on Ukraine's Black Sea port of Odesa overnight Monday, killing a 30-year-old woman, her two-year-old daughter and another woman, while damaging residential buildings and energy infrastructure, the regional governor said.

CBC News - World - 1 day ago

Ukraine proposes mutual halt to energy strikes with Russia

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Ukraine has proposed a mutual cease-fire on attacks targeting energy infrastructure, while Russia accused Kyiv of...

Daily Sabah - World - 2 days ago

Congressional report details how China buys sanctioned oil from Iran, Russia and Venezuela

A House committee report found China used a shadow fleet to buy sanctioned oil from Iran, Russia and Venezuela, stockpiling a massive strategic reserve.

Fox News - Business - 2 days ago

Ukrainian drones target key US-linked oil hub in Russia – Defense Ministry

Kiev’s UAVs have hit oil infrastructure in the port of Novorossiysk operated by the internationally-owned Caspian Pipeline Consortium, the Russian Defense Ministry has said

Russia Today - Top Stories - 2 days ago

Ariela Barer replaces Odessa A'zion in 'Deep Cuts' after casting controversy

Latina actor Ariela Barer is cast in the upcoming A24 movie 'Deep Cuts' to replace Odessa A'zion following backlash.

Los Angeles Times - Top Stories - 5 days ago

Ottawa unveils $51-million in additional aid for Ukraine

More than half will go toward humanitarian aid through outside organizations, and $5-million will go toward programming for veterans

The Globe and Mail - Politics - 5 days ago

Is Ukraine about to enter the war in the Middle East? | About That

As Iran strikes countries across the Persian Gulf, Ukraine is making defence agreements in the Middle East. Andrew Chang explains how Ukraine’s expertise in fighting Iranian-designed Shahed drones in its war with Russia could reshape the war in the Middle East and help regional allies rethink their defence strategies. Images provided by The Canadian Press, Reuters, Adobe Stock and Getty Images

CBC News - World - 5 days ago

India Hits the Russia Reset Button as Oil Flows Hit Near-Record Levels

India has more than doubled Russian crude intake month-on-month in March reaching 2.1 million b/d, rapidly absorbing previously stranded barrels.

OilPrice.com - Environment - 6 days ago

Israeli Attack on Iranian Port Exposes Vulnerability in Russia Trade Route

Israel’s strike on Iran’s Caspian port has exposed a critical and largely hidden corridor used by Russia and Iran to exchange weapons, oil, and goods beyond Western oversight.

OilPrice.com - World - 7 days ago

Russia Cashes In As Iran Weakens—at a Rising Strategic Cost | Opinion

“The Middle East that Russia built its influence around is burning, and Moscow is a spectator.”

Newsweek - Opinion - 8 days ago

Russia wants to legalize cars stolen in EU

Vehicles stolen in the EU may soon be legally registered in Russia. One German police union fears this could lead to an increase in car thefts in Europe.

Deutsche Welle - Business - 10 days ago

Rocket Report: Russia reopens gateway to ISS; Cape Canaveral hosts missile test

The US Space Force might move additional payloads off of ULA's grounded Vulcan rocket.

Ars Technica - Science - 12 days ago

Iran War Deflects Attention from Ukraine as an Emboldened Russia Starts Spring Offensive

The Iran war has deflected global attention from Russia’s all-out invasion of its neighbor Ukraine as Europe’s biggest conflict since World War II enters its fifth year and an emboldened Kremlin undertakes a spring offensive.

Military.com - US News - 13 days ago

'Asia's Ukraine moment': How the Iran war could accelerate a shift to renewables

The fallout from the sprawling Middle East conflict is expected to represent a watershed moment for the energy transition.

CNBC - World - 14 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 - 26 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 - 26 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 - 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 - 4 years ago