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Ukraine/Russia

Zelenskyy says Ukraine wants timeline for next round of Russia talks

Volodymyr Zelenskyy says 'clear dates' needed as Ukrainian negotiators prepare for discussions in US.

Aljazeera - Top Stories - 47 minutes ago

Zelenskyy asks US to set timeline for upcoming Russia talks

KYIV, Ukraine — Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said on Friday that Kyiv's negotiators will seek clarity from US officials on the next round of three-way talks with Russia, postponed due to the Iran war.

Manila Times - World - 1 hour ago

US, Israel may drag Caspian region into Iran war: Russia

TEHRAN, Mar. 20 (MNA) – Russian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Maria Zakharova warned on Friday that the United States and Israel's actions could drag the Caspian countries into the Iran war after an attack on Iran's port city of Bandar Anzali.

Mehr News Agency - World - 3 hours ago

Zelenskyy sends a delegation to US to seek resumption of Russia-Ukraine talks

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says he sent an official delegation to the United States in a bid to move forward suspended negotiations on ending Russia’s invasion of his country. The …

Bay to Bay News - World - 3 hours ago

Ukraine faces growing pressure because of the war in Iran as Russia readies a new offensive

With U.S.-brokered Ukraine peace talks on hold due to the war in the Middle East, Russian President Vladimir Putin is expected to try to expand his military gains via new offensives against his …

Bay to Bay News - Top Stories - 7 hours ago

EU loan for Ukraine war effort blocked

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban is no fan of Volodymyr Zelenskyy and is frustrating the European Union's efforts to support him.

Sky News - Top Stories - 8 hours ago

'Blackmail': EU leaders round on Orban for stalling Ukraine loan

BRUSSELS — Outraged EU leaders rounded on Viktor Orban after the Hungarian nationalist refused to lift his veto on funds for Ukraine's war effort at a Thursday summit, accusing him of a 'gross act of disloyalty' tantamount to 'blackmail.'

Manila Times - World - 12 hours ago

Zelenskyy and Starmer urge continuing support for Ukraine against Russia as Iran war steals focus

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy called Russia and Iran “brothers in hatred” on Tuesday as he sought support from U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer at a time when the Iran war has robbed momentum from U.S.-brokered talks to end Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.

CTV News - Top Stories - 1 day ago

Ukraine peace talks are on pause after start of Iran war, Kremlin says

Moscow and Kyiv remain far apart on Russia’s demand for Ukraine to cede control of the whole of its Donetsk region

The Globe and Mail - World - 1 day ago

Spain, Ukraine Agree to Produce Drones Together After Zelensky Visit

Spain will co-produce drones, radars, and other defense equipment with Ukraine after signing agreements with President Volodymyr Zelensky.

Breitbart - World - 1 day ago

EU state's leader urges return to 'harmony' in ties with Russia

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban has urged the EU to restore mutually beneficial economic ties with Russia once the Ukraine conflict is over

Russia Today - World - 1 day ago

Iran strikes neighbors with missiles and drones. Ukraine shows how to fight back.

Iran has shown they can do a lot of damage to United States and Israeli assets – and regional allies in the Gulf – via missile and drone attacks. Ukraine can help stop it.

Christian Science Monitor - World - 2 days ago

Sean Penn is awarded (a version of) his Oscar in Ukraine

Sean Penn finally got his hands on his third Oscar… sort of.

CTV News - Entertainment - 2 days ago

For Ukraine and Russia, widening Iran war presents peril and possibility

From soaring oil prices to depleted interceptors, the Iran war’s impacts reverberated quickly in the Ukraine conflict. And the needs of the Mideast combatants – intelligence and anti-drone measures – have created diplomatic and strategic openings for both Russia and Ukraine.

Christian Science Monitor - World - 2 days ago

Cheap drones, costly defence: Lessons from Ukraine -- m read

Discover how Ukraine's innovative drone defense strategies are reshaping modern warfare and offering new solutions to Gulf states against drone threats.

Gulf News - Opinion - 4 days ago

Milano-Cortina Paralympics come to a close with another boycott by Ukraine at Games marked by Russia's return

A closing ceremony boycotted by Ukraine signalled the end of the Milano-Cortina Winter Paralympics on Sunday, hours after the U.S. Para ice hockey team won the final gold medal of the Games that were marked by the return of the Russian flag and national anthem to the global sports stage.

CBC News - Sports - 4 days ago

Quiet advantage: What Russia and China may gain from US-Iran war

The U.S.-Iran war may reshape global power, quietly shifting the balance toward Russia and China

Daily Sabah - Opinion - 4 days ago

Zelensky says Ukraine is waiting on U.S. and Russia to set next round of talks

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky says he is ready for the next trilateral peace talks with the U.S. and Russia, but the meeting depends on Washington and Moscow.

Los Angeles Times - World - 4 days ago

Zelenskyy Says Ukraine Waiting on US and Russia to Set Next Round of Talks

The U.S. has postponed its sponsored talks between the two sides due to the war in the Middle East.

Military.com - US News - 5 days ago

Russian strike on Kyiv region kills 4 and wounds 15, with peace talks stalled

A Russian missile and drone strike has hit the Kyiv region and killed at least four people and injured 15, as Ukraine-Russia peace talks remain on hold since the start of the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran.

Los Angeles Times - World - 5 days ago

Is Russia the real winner in Iran war?

Paul Kelso looks at how soaring oil prices are benefiting Vladimir Putin and Russia's war against Ukraine. Russian oil is not transported through the Strait of Hormuz - that means it is cheap and in demand.

Sky News - Top Stories - 6 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 - 7 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 - 7 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 - 10 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 - 24 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 - 1 month 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 - 1 month 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 - 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 - 3 years ago