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Ukraine/Russia

Democrats accuse Trump of aiding Russia with sanctions relief

WASHINGTON — Democrats accused US President Donald Trump on Friday of weakening pressure on Russia by easing oil sanctions amid the conflict with Iran, saying the move risks boosting Moscow's war revenues while American troops face threats of their own in the Middle East.

Manila Times - World - 52 minutes ago

New release of oil reserves will put U.S. supplies at 40-year low -- The latest release of oil follows historic withdrawals from the Biden administration to combat gas prices from the Ukraine war.

The latest release of oil follows historic withdrawals from the Biden administration to combat gas prices from the Ukraine war.

CBS News - Science - 1 hour 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 - 1 hour ago

Macron pledges no 'respite' for Russia despite Mideast war

“Today Russia may believe that the war in Iran will offer it respite. It is mistaken,” said French President Emmanuel Macron as he vows to maintain pressure on Russia over Ukraine.

Channel NewsAsia - World - 1 hour 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 - 1 hour ago

Russia and Ukraine wage high-tech war in the 'death zone'

From reconnaissance drones to ground robots, high-tech systems play a key role in Ukraine’s defense. In the Kharkiv region, DW witnessed how they operate firsthand.

Deutsche Welle - Top Stories - 2 hours ago

Zelensky slams Trump decision to drop Putin oil sanctions as bad for peace

Ukraine continues to ramp up attacks on Russian energy with diplomacy on ice

Independent UK - Top Stories - 2 hours 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 - 3 hours ago

Ukraine finds new role as protector of US, Gulf allies amid Iran war

Having abandoned Ukraine, the US has sought Kyiv's support in defence from Iranian drones.

Aljazeera - World - 5 hours ago

Ukraine, EU allies slam US decision to roll back Russia oil sanctions

Volodymyr Zelenskyy says move 'does not help peace' as Europe reels from soaring energy prices linked to Iran war.

Aljazeera - World - 5 hours 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 - 5 hours ago

World News -- Russia sentences 15 to life in prison for concert hall attack -- Fifteen people have been sentenced to life in prison in Russia on for their involvement in a mass shooting at a concert hall that killed 149 people.

Fifteen people have been sentenced to life in prison in Russia on for their involvement in a mass shooting at a concert hall that killed 149 people.

UPI - World - 6 hours 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 - 7 hours ago

Zelenskyy meets Macron as Iran war overshadows Ukraine

The Ukrainian president is in Paris for talks with one of Kyiv's staunchest allies. The meeting comes as the US-Israeli war on Iran has removed pressure on Moscow, and derailed Ukraine peace talks.

Deutsche Welle - Business - 8 hours 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 - 9 hours ago

Russia benefiting from Iran war 'unfortunate'

The US is easing sanctions on Russian oil amid the Middle East conflict, and instituting a 30-day waiver on Indian refiners who had previously been prevented from buying it. Sky's Wilf Frost spoke to US treasury secretary Scott Bessent.

Sky News - Top Stories - 12 hours ago

Analysis - Putin is trying to pitch himself as peacemaker in Iran, but Russia also sees opportunity - Briar Stewart - News - World - | March 12

The Kremlin wants to exert its influence in the Middle East and has publicly said its support for Iran, a strategic ally, is unwavering. But experts say there are limits to how far Moscow will go: It does not want to antagonize Washington, and it also stands to gain economically from a global energy crisis.

CBC News - World - 14 hours ago

US 'unfortunately' suspends Russia oil sanctions in defiance of European leaders

US issues 30-day waiver for purchase of Russian oil stranded at sea; Moscow says lifting of sanctions ‘increasingly inevitable’

Irish Times - World - 15 hours 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 - 17 hours 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 - 19 hours ago

Irish-British defence agreement updated to boost co-operation, tackle Russia 'shadow fleet'

Cyber security, information-sharing and joint procurement initiatives also covered in deal

Irish Times - Politics - 1 day ago

Hungary sends Druzhba fact-finding mission to Ukraine - A Hungarian government delegation has entered Ukraine to assess the Druzhba pipeline, damaged in a Russian drone strike in January. Ukraine refuses to recognize the delegation and has described its members as "tourists." 11/03/2026

A Hungarian government delegation has entered Ukraine to assess the Druzhba pipeline, damaged in a Russian drone strike in January. Ukraine refuses to recognize the delegation and has described its members as “tourists.”

Euronews - World - 1 day ago

Ukraine Hits Major Oil Export Pipeline Hub in South Russia

Ukraine on Thursday hit in a drone attack a key pipeline hub of Russia’s crude oil exports in the southern region of Krasnodar as Kyiv intensifies strikes on Russian energy and military infrastructure.

OilPrice.com - Business - 1 day 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 - 1 day 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 - 1 day ago

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

KYIV, Ukraine — Ukraine is awaiting White House approval for a major drone production agreement proposed by Kyiv last year, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Thursday, as countries scramble

The Columbian - Politics - 1 day ago

Russia sentences 19 people for deadly concert hall attack that killed 149 people -- News

A court in Moscow on Thursday convicted 19 people of involvement in the 2024 shooting rampage at a Moscow concert hall that killed 149 people and wounded over 600 in one of the deadliest attacks in the capital in years.

CBC News - World - 1 day ago

Ukrainians to help Germany prepare for war with Russia – Reuters

Germany will use Ukrainian military trainers to prepare for a potential war with Russia by 2029, the head of the German army has said

Russia Today - US News - 1 day 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 - Top Stories - 1 day 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 - 1 day ago

Russia and Ukraine both claim frontline progress with U.S.-brokered talks on hold

U.S.-brokered talks between Russia and Ukraine are on hold as Washington’s attention is gripped by the Iran war, which has drawn the international spotlight from Ukraine’s plight as it strives to hold back Russia’s bigger army.

Los Angeles Times - US News - 3 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 - 3 days ago

Paralympians focusing on Milan-Cortina Games amid tensions over Iran and Russia

Athletes competing at the Milan-Cortina Paralympics are trying to stay focused on their events amid war breaking out in Iran and tensions over Russia's involvement in the Games.

Los Angeles Times - Sports - 7 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 - 8 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 - 11 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 - 17 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 - 22 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 - 23 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 - 11 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 - 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