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Saturday, January 17, 2026 5:32 PM ET

Ukraine/Russia

Zelenskyy demands faster energy imports as Ukraine reels from power outages

Russian attacks on Ukraine's energy infrastructure leave thousands without power in freezing winter temperatures.

Aljazeera - World - 3 hours ago

The EU has made a huge about-turn on Russia – did you notice?

Western European leaders have abruptly come out in favor of diplomacy with Russia

Russia Today - World - 9 hours ago

Ukrainian delegates arrive in US with message Russia is 'weaponising winter'

Kyiv says barrage on power grid has intensified as night-time temperatures plunge to minus 18C

Irish Times - Top Stories - 6 hours ago

Ukraine-Russia war live: Kyiv officials visit US for peace talks with Trump envoys

Ukrainian delegation is en route to the US for talks on security guarantees

Independent UK - Politics - 7 hours ago

Ukraine officials arrive in U.S. for security talks as Russia attacks energy sites

If American officials approve the proposals, the U.S. and Ukraine could sign the documents next week at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland.

NBC News - Top Stories - 7 hours ago

Nearly four years into war, Russia has gained little — and Ukraine keeps bouncing back, despite some 2 million draft dodgers

Outnumbered and wounded, Ukraine is still managing to hold Russia back with new technology.

New York Post - Opinion - 7 hours ago

Zelensky says peace deal with Russia could be signed at Davos next week

A Ukrainian delegation was en route to the US for talks on security guarantees and a post-war recovery package, president Volodymyr Zelensky said on Friday...

Independent.ie - World - 16 hours ago

Putin Adviser Warns Europe Would Be 'Finished Physically' if Russia Faces Defeat in Ukraine

Sergey Karaganov told Tucker Carlson that Russia would use nuclear weapons against Europe if it faced defeat in Ukraine, warning the continent would be 'finished physically'.

International Business Times - Top Stories - 23 hours ago

Dmitry Trenin: Russia and the EU drift toward an undeclared war

A cautious forecast of what international relations will look like in 2026

Russia Today - World - 1 day ago

Russia Eyes Trump's 'Extraordinary' Greenland Grab, Plots Arctic Expansion

Russia also called NATO's military exercises in Greenland "yet another provocation" in the Arctic, as the U.S. moves to take control.

Newsweek - World - 1 day ago

Russia says it's monitoring Trump's 'extraordinary' push to take over Greenland

The Kremlin called Trump's threats to take over Greenland "extraordinary" on Friday, adding that Moscow will continue to closely monitor the situation.

CNBC - Politics - 1 day ago

UK position 'of destructive nature', says Russia - but Moscow hails 'step forward' in Europe

Vladimir Putin's mouthpiece has spoken positively about European leaders, but singled out the UK for criticism. Britain, meanwhile, has rolled out new energy support for Ukraine as Russia targets its infrastructure.

Sky News - World - 1 day ago

Olympic hopes double as act of defiance in war-ravaged Ukraine

At a war-ravaged sports centre in Ukraine, the hope for Olympic glory persists as athletes defy danger while training.

Aljazeera - Sports - 1 day ago

UK urges Western Europe to arm Ukraine instead of talk to Russia

British Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper has rejected the idea that Western European nations should negotiate with Russia

Russia Today - World - 1 day ago

Kazakhstan oil output plunges as Ukraine's drones hit Russia

Kyiv's attacks on Russian oil terminals and refineries may damage their enemy, but they are also having an impact on other economies such as Kazakhstan's and risk alienating allies.

Deutsche Welle - Business - 1 day ago

IMF's Georgieva expects to send Ukraine program for approval in weeks

International Monetary Fund Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva on Thursday said she expected to ask the IMF's executive board to approve ⁠a new...

Daily Sabah - Business - 2 days ago

UK diplomat expelled from Russia accused of 'spying': What we know

Russia has expelled an unnamed British diplomat, the country's foreign ministry has said, alleging they were acting as a spy.

Sky News - Top Stories - 2 days ago

Zelenskyy holding up Russia-Ukraine peace process, Trump says

President Donald Trump claims that Ukraine, not Russia, is blocking a possible peace deal to end the war nearly four years after Vladimir Putin's invasion.

Fox News - World - 2 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 - 2 days ago

Ukraine declares state of emergency in energy sector

ALBAWABA- Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced a state of emergency in the country’s energy sector, citing severe disruptions from Russian

Albawaba - World - 3 days ago

Russia losing 'massive' 25,000 troops monthly in Ukraine as war grinds on, NATO chief says

Russia's "massive" military losses in Ukraine are unsustainable, NATO's secretary general warned with the conflict about to enter its fourth year with no clear end in sight.

Fox News - World - 3 days ago

US commander says Russia and China's Arctic patrols are 'not for peaceful purposes'

Russia and China allegedly expanding Arctic presence for military reasons, conducting joint patrols near Alaska and Canada, top NATO commander warns.

Fox News - World - 4 days ago

Russia Claims Ownership of Oil Assets It's Developing in Venezuela

Russia's state-owned Roszarubezhneft asserted ownership of all oil assets it is developing in Venezuela, acquired after US sanctions on Rosneft, and committed to their continued sustainable development.

OilPrice.com - Business - 4 days ago

US accuses Russia of 'dangerous and inexplicable escalation' in Ukraine war during peace negotiations

The United States accused Russia of "dangerous and inexplicable escalation" after new attacks on Ukraine's energy and civilian infrastructure.

Fox News - World - 4 days ago

At least 4 dead, 6 hurt in latest Russian attack on Ukraine's Kharkiv

At least four people were killed and several others were wounded Tuesday when a Russian attack targeted Ukraine's northeastern city of Kharkiv, the...

Daily Sabah - World - 4 days ago

After Marine vet was freed from a Russian prison, he sought revenge by fighting for Ukraine

The 33-year-old shares his harrowing story in a new memoir, 'Retribution.'

New York Post - World - 6 days ago

Ukraine strikes Russian oil rigs in Caspian Sea after Moscow's intense drone bombardment

Ukraine struck three Russian oil rigs operating in the Caspian Sea on Sunday following Moscow's large-scale bombardment over the weekend that left thousands without heat or power in Kyiv.

New York Post - World - 6 days ago

Iran, Russia and China join for naval drills in South Africa

China, Russia, and South Africa are long-standing BRICS members

Independent UK - World - 7 days ago

Ukraine war live: Trump says 'Putin is afraid of US but not Europe'

Zelensky had warned Russia was planning a major attack and urged Ukrainians to take cover

Independent UK - World - 7 days ago

Here's who really weaponizes children in the Russia-Ukraine conflict

As accusations of abductions resurface, it’s clear the West doesn’t care about facts on the ground if they contradict the narrative

Russia Today - Opinion - 8 days ago

Russia Raises Stakes With New Nuclear-Capable Missile Strike on Ukraine

Russia escalated its war on Ukraine by firing a new nuclear-capable, multi-warhead ballistic missile as part of a massive winter barrage that killed civilians, damaged critical infrastructure, and deepened regional humanitarian crises.

OilPrice.com - World - 8 days ago

'Enough is enough': Trump's warning for the world with Russia-linked tanker seizure

The US has seized a Russian-flagged oil tanker in the Atlantic, after tracking it for weeks and calling in the assistance of the UK.

SBS - Politics - 8 days ago

This one delusional neocon gives a perfect glimpse into the Ukraine War Fantasy Land they all live in

Someone really should explain to Mike Pompeo how peace deals actually work

Russia Today - Opinion - 9 days ago

Over 1M left without water, power by Russian strikes in Ukraine

Russian overnight strikes on Ukraine cut water, electricity and heating to more than 1 million people in the Dnipropetrovsk region as temperatures fell...

Daily Sabah - World - 9 days ago

US could seize Venezuela oil tanker off UK coast as it flees to Russia

US military forces have been preparing for a possible mission to capture the vessel

Evening Standard - World - 11 days ago

A Fragile Peace Plan Is Emerging for Ukraine

Western and Ukrainian officials meeting in Paris are refining a peace proposal for Ukraine that envisions a European-led security presence, unresolved U.S. guarantees, and major unanswered questions about Russia’s response.

OilPrice.com - World - 11 days ago

Iran, Russia move to deepen energy cooperation

TEHRAN, Dec. 31 (MNA) – Iran and Russia have underscored the importance of implementing strategic memorandums of understanding during a joint energy working group meeting aimed at reviewing bilateral cooperation in the energy sector.

Mehr News Agency - Business - 17 days ago

From collapse fears to resilience: How Russia reshaped its economy by the end of 2025

A deep dive into how state influence, Asian trade, and domestic production are reshaping the Russian economy

Russia Today - Business - 17 days ago

Defense stocks fall after Ukraine peace talks; European markets open flat

European stocks start the last trading week of the year in flat territory.

CNBC - World - 17 days ago

What happens if Taiwan, Ukraine go under? -- Virtually all debate and controversy over the future sovereignty of Taiwan and Ukraine have rested on preventing the worst from happening.

Virtually all debate and controversy over the future sovereignty of Taiwan and Ukraine have rested on preventing the worst from happening.

UPI - Opinion - 18 days ago

US banking giant reveals massive Russia exit cost

Citigroup expects a loss of more than $1 billion from the sale of its remaining business in Russia

Russia Today - Business - 18 days ago

Zelensky Challenges Putin With US-Backed 20-Point Peace Plan As Proposal Reaches Moscow

The next move now lies with Putin, whose response will show whether the proposal can gain traction or fade amid continued fighting.

International Business Times - Top Stories - 22 days ago

EU sets new record in trade surplus with Russia – Eurostat

EU quarterly trade surplus with Russia hit €1.5 billion in Q3 2025, the first time since 2002, data shows

Russia Today - Business - 22 days ago

Defense stocks fall as Ukraine talks continue; European markets finish lower

European stocks closed lower on Tuesday, reversing gains seen at the start of the week.

CNBC - World - 1 month 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 - 2 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

Inside-net: Russia is dismantling free internet connections

The Russian authorities this year created a ‘white list’ of websites that are not to be blocked while everything else would not be available for users in Russia

Global Voices - Technology - 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 - 2 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