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Ukraine/Russia

Ukraine wants a Zelensky-Putin summit to jolt stalled U.S.-led peace efforts

Meanwhile, a Ukrainian drone attack deep inside Russia struck a residential building, killing a woman and a child, Russian officials said Wednesday.

Los Angeles Times - US News - 4 hours ago

US defends Russia oil sanctions waiver extension

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has explained the 30-day waiver extension on Russian oil sanctions as due to appeals from several countries

Russia Today - Business - 5 hours ago

Sanctioned Crypto Exchange Tied to Russia Hit by $13 Million Hack

A sanctioned cryptocurrency exchange linked to Russia’s sanctions evasion network has suspended operations after a sophisticated hack drained more than $13 million from user wallets.

OilPrice.com - Top Stories - 5 hours ago

EU unblocks 90-bn-euro Ukraine loan after Hungary row

The EU has approved a €90 billion loan for Ukraine after settling a dispute with Hungary over the Druzhba pipeline.

Channel NewsAsia - World - 6 hours ago

Russia to block Kazakh oil flows to Germany via key pipeline

Germany has confirmed that Russia will block flows of Kazakh oil to a vital refinery that supplies much of Berlin's energy needs from May 1.

Deutsche Welle - Business - 13 hours ago

Russia faked economic data to mask damage from its war, report says

Swedish intelligence said Russia has been covering up a weak, debt-driven economy hit by war costs and sanctions, warning of rising inflation and banking risks.

Euronews - Business - 1 day ago

World News -- Ukraine to receive $106B loan from European Union after 5 month delay -- European Union ambassadors unanimously backed a long-delayed $106 billion loan to help Ukraine keep fighting and a fresh sanctions package on Moscow.

European Union ambassadors unanimously backed a long-delayed $106 billion loan to help Ukraine keep fighting and a fresh sanctions package on Moscow.

UPI - World - 8 hours ago

Explainer: How will the EU's €90bn loan to Ukraine work?

A €90bn EU loan for Ukraine, blocked by Hungary under outgoing Prime Minister Viktor Orban, is now likely to be unlocked following Orban's defeat in an ele...

Independent.ie - World - 9 hours ago

Ukraine war live: Kyiv sounds the alarm over missiles nearing Chernobyl power plant

The US mediated direct talks between Ukraine and Russia earlier this year without a breakthrough

Independent UK - Politics - 9 hours ago

EU provisionally approves €90bn loan to Ukraine and new Moscow sanctions

Hungary lifts aid veto after Russian oil flows resume through Druzhba pipeline

Irish Times - World - 9 hours ago

Russian Oil Flows Resume via Druzhba Pipeline, Unblocking EU Loan for Ukraine

The resumption of the flow of crude, which has been stymied since January, meant Hungary lifted its veto on the loan to Kyiv.

Epoch Times - Top Stories - 9 hours ago

How the EU's €90bn loan to Ukraine will work

Financial support for Kyiv to be revived following removal of Hungarian block

Irish Times - Top Stories - 12 hours ago

Key pipeline restarts Russian oil flows to Europe, unblocking loan for Kyiv

The Druzhba pipeline has become one of the most politically charged pieces of infrastructure in Europe since a Russian drone strike damaged the pipeline in western Ukraine and stopped Russian oil deliveries to Hungary and Slovakia.

NBC News - Top Stories - 13 hours ago

EU nears approval of Ukraine loan after Hungary pipeline row

The EU on Wednesday gave a preliminary green light to unblocking a 90-billion-euro ($106 billion) for Kiev, after a months-long row between Ukraine and Hungary over a damaged pipeline.

Hurriyet Daily News - World - 13 hours ago

Ukraine resumes oil flow via Druzhba pipeline – Hungary

Ukraine has restarted the flow of Russian oil to the EU via the Druzhba pipeline after a pause of almost three months, Hungarian energy giant MOL has said

Russia Today - World - 13 hours ago

EU approves €90bn loan for Ukraine as pipeline is turned on ending deadlock

Ukraine says it has reopened the Druzhba pipeline, after months of stalemate over stalled oil supplies to neighbouring Hungary.

BBC News - Top Stories - 14 hours ago

Russia reportedly detains 40 Israelis at Moscow's Domodedovo Airport

ALBAWABA - The Israeli Foreign Ministry said late Monday that around 40 nationals were detained at an airport in the Russian capital, Moscow.The ministr

Albawaba - Top Stories - 18 hours ago

Russia's Allies in Occupied Ukraine Seek to Strengthen North Korea's Foothold in Europe

A Russian official selected to control the occupied Ukrainian region of Kherson revealed that he had met with North Korea’s top diplomat.

Breitbart - World - 2 days ago

At Least Two Killed in Ukraine as Russian Drone Factory Also Hit

Russian strikes killed at least two people in Ukraine, as the Ukrainian military struck a drone factory in southwestern Russia.

Breitbart - World - 3 days ago

Gunman Shot Dead After Killing at Least Six, Taking Hostages in Kyiv

A gunman who killed at least six people in the streets of Kyiv Saturday and took hostages has been shot dead by police, officials said.

Breitbart - World - 4 days ago

Ukraine Claims World's First All-Drone Battle Victory

Ukraine announces the world’s first all-drone ground battle victory, in which robots captured a Russian position and took prisoners.

Breitbart - Technology - 6 days ago

Ukraine's Zelensky pursues more arms deals with allies to help check Russia's invasion

With no plans announced for further U.S.-mediated talks with Russia, Zelensky was visiting three European capitals in 48 hours, securing promises of further military and financial support from Germany and Norway ahead of his trip to Italy on Wednesday.

Los Angeles Times - World - 7 days ago

Ukraine agrees to defense deal with Germany to help in fight against Russia

U.S.-led diplomatic efforts to end Russia’s war on its neighbor have recently petered out as the Iran war grips the Trump administration’s attention.

Los Angeles Times - US News - 8 days ago

European defense names tumble on Ukraine-Russia deal progress reports

Shares in Europe closed higher on Friday as the fragile ceasefire between the U.S. and Iran continues to test investors' nerves.

CNBC - World - 10 days ago

Russia sees opportunity in thawing Arctic. But it's looking for partners, too. -- Fred Weir

Russia is ramping up efforts to take advantage of the opening Arctic, both through military and economic means, and through international cooperation.

Christian Science Monitor - Science - 10 days 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 - 11 days ago

Why are social media accounts linked to Iran, Russia and China posting about Ireland?

Recent analysis highlighted an Iranian information operation targeting Ireland, while accounts linked to Russia and China posted about the fuel protests

Irish Times - Opinion - 11 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 - 21 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 - 1 month 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 - 1 month 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 - 6 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

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