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HAPPENING NOW: First Lady speaks on Ukraine-Russia ceasefire: 'We have chosen humanity over war'

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Fox News - Top Stories - 3 minutes ago

Russia State Media Bemoans Trump's Midterm Disaster: 'Very Painful'

"Trump lost everything," Kremlin propagandist Vladimir Solovyov said.

Newsweek - Top Stories - 1 hour ago

Melania Trump is preparing to host officials from Russia and Ukraine. Just what's behind her peace push? -- Briar Stewart

As President Donald Trump and his fellow Republicans take stock after a devastating midterm election that saw the Democrats seize control of Congress, his wife Melania is preparing to host representatives who will almost certainly praise Washington's actions.

CBC News - World - 6 hours ago

Democrats win Senate in rebuke of Trump as Poland's crisis drags on - A blue wave has swept the US in the midterm elections, with Democrats winning the Senate and heading for a big House majority as votes are still being counted on the West Coast. We bring live analysis from Philadelphia and Brussels, plus Poland's crisis, Ukraine talks and the EU enlargement race. 4 November 2026

A blue wave has swept the US in the midterm elections, with Democrats winning the Senate and heading for a big House majority as votes are still being counted on the West Coast. We bring live analysis from Philadelphia and Brussels, plus Poland’s crisis, Ukraine talks and the EU enlargement race.

Euronews - World - 8 hours ago

Zelenskyy hopes Democratic Congress will bring more US help for Ukraine

EU officials also urge new US Congress to step up pressure on Russia to end the four-and-a-half-year war.

Aljazeera - US News - 10 hours ago

Prime Minister says Russia will not be allowed to compete at 2026 world juniors in Alberta

Prime Minister Mark Carney says Russia will not be allowed to compete at next month's world junior hockey championship in Alberta. The International Ice Hockey Federation has yet to address Canada's refusal of the athletes.

CBC News - Sports - 22 hours ago

Russia, Ukraine Strike Each Other's Energy Infrastructure in Week Before Key Meeting in Abu Dhabi

The attacks occurred just days after the ceasefire in the Ukrainian city of Oleshky, brokered by Melania Trump.

Epoch Times - Top Stories - 18 hours ago

Poland launches major security operation along border with Russia -- Poland's prime minister says a rapid, major deployment of extra security forces to the border with Russia may have prevented "attempted acts of provocation." -- Nov 3

Poland's prime minister says a rapid, major deployment of extra security forces to the border with Russia may have prevented "attempted acts of provocation."

CBS News - World - 23 hours ago

Ukraine says "insane attack" on aid center may have killed 70 -- Ukraine's president says an "insane attack" by Russia on an aid distribution center may have killed 70 people, as he renews his plea for air defenses.

Ukraine's president says an "insane attack" by Russia on an aid distribution center may have killed 70 people, as he renews his plea for air defenses.

CBS News - World - 23 hours ago

Ice hockey federation reiterates opposition to reinstatement of Russia

The CAS ruled last week to overturn governing body's exclusion of ‌Russia over its 2022 invasion of Ukraine.

Aljazeera - Sports - 1 day ago

Russia and Ukraine Head to White House for Melania Trump-Led Talks

Melania Trump will host Russian and Ukrainian representatives at the White House following a humanitarian cease-fire in Kherson, ahead of renewed U.S.-mediated peace negotiations.

OilPrice.com - World - 1 day ago

Map of Countries Threatening Hockey Boycotts of Russia

Six nations threaten to refuse matches against Russia as the CAS ruling sparks fresh tensions over its return to international ice hockey.

Newsweek - World - 1 day ago

Hockey world championship main sponsor Skoda to 'reassess' backing if Russia plays

The main sponsor of the men's ice hockey world championship, automaker Skoda, says it will "reassess" its backing for the tournament if Russia takes part.

CBC News - Sports - 1 day ago

Ice hockey world championship main sponsor Skoda to 'reassess' backing if Russia plays

The main sponsor of the men’s ice hockey world championship, automaker Skoda, says it will “reassess” its backing for the tournament if Russia takes part.

CTV News - Sports - 1 day ago

China in contact with US, Russia on possible leaders' meeting

But Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy warned last month that a trilateral summit could offer a platform to redistribute influence, similar to after World War II.

Channel NewsAsia - World - 1 day ago

PM Carney says Russia will not be allowed to compete at World Juniors

Prime Minister Mark Carney said Canada will not allow Russian hockey players to participate at the World Junior Championships in Alberta this December.

CTV News - Sports - 1 day ago

Russia won't be allowed to compete at world juniors in Alberta, Carney says

Several European federations have opposed Court of Arbitration for Sport’s ruling that Russia must be reinstated to international competition

The Globe and Mail - Sports - 1 day ago

Russia strikes energy facilities in 10 Ukrainian regions overnight, prompting emergency shutdowns and water disruptions

Russia launched a sweeping, multi-wave bombardment of Ukraine's energy infrastructure on Tuesday, knocking out power to swathes of the country with missiles and drones.

New York Post - World - 1 day ago

Melania Trump to Host Russia and Ukraine Representatives at White House

The meeting comes after a localized ceasefire between the two countries expired on Sunday.

Epoch Times - US News - 1 day ago

Russia rejects new arms race with Europe – Lavrov

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has ruled out an arms race with the EU and urged negotiations on security guarantees

Russia Today - US News - 1 day ago

Melania Trump will host Russia-Ukraine peace talks at White House

First lady Melania Trump will host Russia-Ukraine peace talks at the White House in hopes of building upon a limited cease-fire she brokered for a besieged Ukrainian city.

New York Post - World - 1 day ago

Europe -- Ukraine's farmers dig in as Russia turns its sights back on grain shipments

Ukraine’s agricultural exports are under fire from Russia once again. Between drone attacks and rising diesel prices, the whole industry is strained.

Christian Science Monitor - World - 1 day ago

Steve Witkoff Says U.S. Will Mediate Russia-Ukraine Talks Next Week

Steve Witkoff announced "working-level" talks between Russia and Ukraine scheduled to take place in Abu Dhabi.

Breitbart - World - 2 days ago

Ukraine and Russia Bombard Each Other Hours After Peace Talks Agreed

Ukraine's President, Volodymyr Zelensky, accused Russia of timing its strikes to coincide with the U.S. midterm elections.

Newsweek - World - 2 days ago

Melania Trump to host Ukraine-Russia talks as peace push continues

Russia confirmed Ukraine peace talks in Abu Dhabi next week and signaled a possible Trump-Putin-Xi summit, raising questions over Kyiv's role in negotiations.

CNBC - Politics - 2 days ago

Russia and Ukraine Will Hold Peace Talks After Over Eight Months But Significant Gaps Remain

Lower level U.S. officials will meet in Brussels with European counterparts this week to discuss security guarantees for Ukraine.

International Business Times - World - 2 days ago

Widening Russia-Ukraine naval war tests NATO's Black Sea limits

Persistent attacks in the escalating maritime war between Russia and Ukraine are creating a major challenge for NATO in the Black Sea, leaving member...

Daily Sabah - World - 2 days ago

US to Mediate Trilateral Talks With Ukraine, Russia in Abu Dhabi Next Week

The meetings will address post-war security, de-escalation, and humanitarian steps as U.S. envoys also meet European partners this week.

Epoch Times - US News - 2 days ago

Zelenskyy warns of large scale Russian missile, drone attacks against Ukraine

Fox News chief foreign correspondent Trey Yingst reports from Kyiv on the rapidly evolving aerial defense tactics in the war on Ukraine on ‘Special Report.'

Fox News - Technology - 2 days ago

Trump Reportedly Pushes Return of Russian Gas to Europe Through Ukraine as Part of Energy Ceasefire

The initiative would use an American intermediary to sell Russian gas, potentially creating business opportunities for U.S. investors while providing Moscow with an incentive to halt attacks on Ukraine's energy infrastructure.

International Business Times - Business - 2 days ago

Russia bombs aid center and shelter in southern Ukraine, killing 26, officials say

Russian authorities said Monday that hackers had sent fake emergency alerts after gaining access to the Russian Emergency Situations Ministry’s mobile app, and that efforts were ongoing to restore the app's functionality.

Los Angeles Times - US News - 2 days ago

Ice hockey chiefs mull options on Russia reinstatement

Ice hockey's ruling body is deciding how to respond to a decision by the Court of Arbitration for Sport that allows Russia back into international competition. Germany hasn't ruled out pulling out as a tournament host.

Deutsche Welle - Sports - 3 days ago

Russia Arrests Minor After U.S. Warned of Planned Terror Attack on Moscow

Russian police have arrested a minor in connection with an alleged plot to attack Moscow after Russia received a tip-off from the U.S.

Breitbart - World - 3 days ago

Ukraine peace momentum builds, but Russia sticks to its guns -- Fred Weir

The United States may be pushing a peace plan for Ukraine and Russia, but neither country seems interested in discussing it – especially Russia.

Christian Science Monitor - Top Stories - 6 days ago

Why are US, Russia and China racing to put nuclear reactors on the moon?

Reactors could revolutionise moon exploration, providing energy for bases and mining, but risks of contamination remain.

Aljazeera - Science - 5 days ago

Putin calls Elon Musk a 'genius' as Russia builds its own Starlink rival - Russian President Vladimir Putin has praised Elon Musk as a "genius" for deploying thousands of satellites into orbit. Speaking in Moscow, Putin highlighted Russia's efforts to develop its own satellite internet network to rival Musk's Starlink. 29 October 2026

Video. Russian President Vladimir Putin has praised Elon Musk as a “genius” for deploying thousands of satellites into orbit. Speaking in Moscow, Putin highlighted Russia’s efforts to develop its own satellite internet network to rival Musk’s Starlink.

Euronews - World - 6 days ago

Putin calls Elon Musk 'truly a genius' as Russia eyes its own version of Starlink

Author Walter Isaacson discusses Elon Musk's $446 million campaign spending, the Starlink satellite operations in Ukraine and Russia's goal to launch its own version of the service.

Fox News - Technology - 7 days ago

Ukraine: massive fire engulfs buildings after Russian strike on Kharkiv - Five people, including a 4-year-old child, were injured in an overnight Russian drone strike on Kharkiv. The attack set several buildings ablaze, with firefighters working under the threat of further strikes. 28 October 2026

Video. Five people, including a 4-year-old child, were injured in an overnight Russian drone strike on Kharkiv. The attack set several buildings ablaze, with firefighters working under the threat of further strikes.

Euronews - World - 7 days ago

Ukraine: firefighters battle flames and rescue dog from Kyiv ruins - A Russian missile and drone attack on Kyiv killed one person and injured 15. Emergency workers rescued a dog from the rubble, while strikes damaged university buildings and a major bridge. 27 October 2026

Video. A Russian missile and drone attack on Kyiv killed one person and injured 15. Emergency workers rescued a dog from the rubble, while strikes damaged university buildings and a major bridge.

Euronews - World - 8 days ago

Ceasefire begins in Russian-occupied Oleshky as strikes hit Kyiv - Announcing last Friday that she had brokered the ceasefire, Melania Trump said civilian officials from both Russia and Ukraine would visit residents in their homes and "determine the level of assistance they require". 27 October 2026

Announcing last Friday that she had brokered the ceasefire, Melania Trump said civilian officials from both Russia and Ukraine would visit residents in their homes and "determine the level of assistance they require".

Euronews - World - 8 days ago

Iran Turns to Russia for Nuclear Power as IAEA Oversight Falters

Russia is expanding nuclear energy cooperation with Iran as international inspectors struggle to monitor Tehran’s nuclear activities.

OilPrice.com - World - 9 days ago

Has Russia Stopped Fearing NATO? | Opinion

"Moscow may conclude that the threshold is not really a line at all, but something that moves as Russia approaches it."

Newsweek - Opinion - 10 days ago

Ukraine disputes Elon Musk's claim that its military violated Starlink's terms of service

Ukrainian officials have disputed Elon Musk's claims that their military violated Starlink’s terms by using it for offensive drone strikes.

Los Angeles Times - Technology - 10 days ago

Russia sends three diesel tankers to US

Russia has dispatched three tankers carrying diesel fuel toward the US under an agreement reached between Russian President Vladimir Putin and his American counterpart Donald Trump, deputy PM Alexander Novak has announced

Russia Today - Business - 12 days ago

Ukraine learns to fight without Starlink as Musk plays politics with satellites

Ukraine has changed drones and war-fighting tech to reduce reliance on Starlink.

Ars Technica - Technology - 13 days ago

Ukraine Welcomes Restored U.S. Intelligence Amid Russian Attacks

Zelenskyy welcomed restored U.S. missile-strike intelligence after Oslo peace talks while insisting Ukraine must participate in negotiations concerning its future.

OilPrice.com - World - 15 days ago

Russian spacecraft maneuvers in 'extreme proximity' to satellite used by Ukraine

Kosmos 2612 closed from hundreds of kilometers away to extreme proximity to ICEYE-X36."

Ars Technica - Science - 16 days ago

Trump Defends Russia Sanctions Waiver as Rift With Ukraine Deepens

President Trump defended waiving new sanctions against Russia to preserve peace negotiations, drawing criticism from Ukraine and US lawmakers as tensions with Kyiv deepen.

OilPrice.com - World - 17 days ago

Oil Retreats From 5-Month High as Markets Weigh Trump's Russia Sanctions Waiver

The administration says sanctions relief could boost diesel supplies and advance peace talks, even as attacks on energy infrastructure continue.

Epoch Times - Business - 17 days ago

Ukraine Defies Trump With Renewed Attacks on Russian Oil Infrastructure

Ukraine has resumed attacks on Russian oil refineries as Trump's proposed energy ceasefire collapses and US restrictions on military satellite services fuel tensions with Kyiv.

OilPrice.com - World - 20 days ago

Trump Denies Cutting Ukraine Intelligence Amid Satellite Restrictions

Trump denies suspending US intelligence sharing with Ukraine as Kyiv faces disruptions to missile warnings and military satellite communications amid escalating Russian attacks.

OilPrice.com - World - 21 days ago

Putin aide urges Musk to start building Russia-US tunnel

Russian presidential aide Kirill Dmitriev has urged Elon Musk to participate in building a proposed 70-mile tunnel under the Bering Strait linking Russia and the US

Russia Today - Business - 24 days ago

Russia plague death: Still only 'limited information' — ECDC

After a worker at a Russian plague research institute in Siberia died October 2, 2026, nearly 200 of her contacts were under medical observation. But authorities there denied pneumonic plague had caused the death.

Deutsche Welle - Health - 29 days ago

Europe -- 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 - 1 month ago

U.S. News - Russia hits Kyiv after fighting hiatus ends - Sept. 8 (UPI) -- At least 2 people in Kyiv were killed after a Russian strike on the Ukrainian capital, ending the pause in attacks during the visit by U.S. envoys.

At least 2 people in Kyiv were killed after a Russian strike on the Ukrainian capital, ending the pause in attacks during the visit by U.S. envoys.

UPI - US News - 1 month ago

Russia resumes heavy strikes on Ukraine after US envoy departure

ALBAWABA - Explosion rocked the Ukrainian capital Kyiv on early Tuesday as Russia resumed its war after a three-day halt for US envoy visit.Putin had ea

Albawaba - Top Stories - 1 month ago

Inside India newsletter: U.S., Russia vie for a bigger slice of the world's third-largest energy market

U.S. and Russia are competing to assert dominance in the world's third largest energy market.

CNBC - World - 2 months ago

Russia wins world fencing gold under national flag and anthem

Russian saber fencer Pavel Graudyn has claimed world championship gold in Hong Kong after international restrictions on national symbols were lifted

Russia Today - Sports - 3 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 - 6 months 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 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 - 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