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Putin salutes Musk's genius as Russia plays catch-up with Starlink

Russian President Vladimir Putin praised Elon Musk as a "real genius", acknowledging Russia’s early progress in developing its own Starlink-like satellite internet system.

Channel NewsAsia - World - 2 hours ago

Russia-Africa Summit: Putin hosts leaders from across the continent (As it happened)

African leaders are meeting Russian President Vladimir Putin in Moscow for the third Russia-Africa Summit, with trade, energy, and a new cooperation plan on the agenda

Russia Today - US News - 3 hours ago

Victor Davis Hanson: We're nearing five years of the Ukraine war — and no one knows how to stop untold slaughter

Someone had better start thinking of ending this godless war before something or someone else far scarier ends it for us.

New York Post - Top Stories - 5 hours ago

China-Russia defense ties move upstream as Beijing gains Russian know-how

Russian defense-linked companies are beginning to embed production inside China, acquire Chinese intellectual property and use Chinese equipment to sustain manufacturing at home, according to Washington-based research organization Center for Advanced Defense Studies (C4ADS).

Voice of America - World - 7 hours ago

No escape -- Ukrainians fear Russia will keep them from returning home after Melania-brokered ceasefire

Residents of a Russian-occupied Ukrainian city are fearing they’ll be shipped off to Russia and barred from returning home — even as they flee a humanitarian crisis under a ceasefire brokered by...

New York Post - Top Stories - 8 hours 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 - 9 hours ago

A ceasefire in a Ukrainian city is holding, officials say, as Moscow and Kyiv await US-led talks

Officials say that a six-day ceasefire in the Russian-occupied city of Oleshky in southern Ukraine has held for its first day and night. The truce began Tuesday and aims to provide food, medicine, …

Bay to Bay News - World - 9 hours ago

A ceasefire in a Ukrainian city is holding, officials say, as Moscow and Kyiv await U.S.-led talks

The localized truce in the devastated southern city of Oleshky began Tuesday and is due to last through Sunday as a humanitarian operation races to get urgently needed food and medicine to about 2,000 remaining residents, as well as evacuate those who want to leave.

Los Angeles Times - World - 9 hours ago

Will Rubio's Jamnagar Move Permanently Break The Russia-India Oil Axis?

Washington hopes to pull India closer to its geopolitical orbit, using energy partnerships to counter China's influence and potentially weaken Moscow's ties with New Delhi.

OilPrice.com - Top Stories - 10 hours ago

Russia ready to play part in 'second awakening' of Africa – Lavrov

Russia is open to new partnerships with African countries and regional organizations in business and other sectors, Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov says.

Russia Today - Top Stories - 15 hours ago

Russia fires nuclear-capable missile after Putin's talks with NATO neighbors

Russia’s nuclear-powered strategic submarine has successfully test-fired a Bulava intercontinental ballistic missile as part of a combat training plan. The missile was launched from a...

International The News - World - 15 hours 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 - 15 hours ago

'Not invited, not welcome': Russian ambassador attends Greens leader's speech denying Ukraine military aid

David Shoebridge said he did not know Mikhail Petrakov was listening to his speech.

Sydney Morning Herald - Top Stories - 16 hours ago

German special forces preparing for war with Russia – commander

Germany’s KSK special forces are preparing for a possible conflict with Russia despite a history of far-right extremism scandals

Russia Today - Top Stories - 17 hours ago

Ukraine, Russia say US-brokered truce holding in ravaged city

The truce, announced by US First Lady Melania Trump, aims to provide aid to residents in the Russian-occupied city of Oleshky, and help those who wish to leave the city safely.

Channel NewsAsia - World - 1 day ago

Details as Musk says Ukraine violated terms -- Ukraine's Starlink defense systems are back to their normal speeds, according to the country's leadership. Elon Musk justified his decision to disrupt Starlink's service in Ukraine, saying its military violated the terms of service. CBS News national security correspondent Charlie D'Agata reports. -- Oct 26

Ukraine's Starlink defense systems are back to their normal speeds, according to the country's leadership. Elon Musk justified his decision to disrupt Starlink's service in Ukraine, saying its military violated the terms of service. CBS News national security correspondent Charlie D'Agata reports.

CBS News - Technology - 1 day ago

Localized Ukraine ceasefire brokered by Melania Trump starts as Nordic leaders speak to Putin

KHERSON, Ukraine — Russia and Ukraine began observing a localized ceasefire in a devastated southern Ukrainian city on Tuesday, ahead of a planned humanitarian mission that the White House said was br

The Columbian - US News - 1 day ago

Ceasefire extended across Ukraine's Kherson region, officials say -- The truce was originally planned for the stranded residents of Oleshky, and Russia and Ukraine say no breaches have been reported.

The truce was originally planned for the stranded residents of Oleshky, and Russia and Ukraine say no breaches have been reported.

BBC News - World - 1 day ago

Ukraine disputes Musk's term violation claim -- According to SpaceX CEO Elon Musk, Ukraine violated Starlink's rules. He said it used the civilian satellite internet network for an offensive drone strike. Ukrainian officials dispute the statement. Clayton Swope, deputy director of the Aerospace Security Project at CSIS, joins CBS News to discuss. -- Oct 26

According to SpaceX CEO Elon Musk, Ukraine violated Starlink's rules. He said it used the civilian satellite internet network for an offensive drone strike. Ukrainian officials dispute the statement. Clayton Swope, deputy director of the Aerospace Security Project at CSIS, joins CBS News to discuss.

CBS News - Technology - 1 day ago

Melania Trump-brokered Ukraine cease-fire begins two days early

Russia and Ukraine have started a regional ceasefire in Oleshky for humanitarian aid, even as strikes continue in Kyiv.

New York Post - World - 1 day ago

Nordic call to Putin opens rift in Europe on Ukraine

Denmark has criticized Finland and Norway for calling Putin ahead of Ukraine peace talks, exposing divisions among Kiev’s European backers over diplomacy.

Russia Today - US News - 1 day ago

The Russia-Ukraine War Shows No Signs of Abating. The UN Just Concluded that Moscow is Committing War Crimes.

The body reached that conclusion over Moscow's continued attacks against civilian infrastructure.

International Business Times - World - 1 day ago

Localised Ukraine Ceasefire Brokered by Melania Trump Begins in Russian-Invaded City

A localized ceasefire began Tuesday in a devastated southern Ukrainian city invaded by Russian forces ahead of a planned humanitarian relief mission, the White House said.

Breitbart - World - 1 day 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 - 1 day ago

Oleshky ceasefire begins as Russia continues attacks on Ukraine

An Oleshky ceasefire brokered by Melania Trump began Tuesday as Russia launched missiles and drones at cities across Ukraine.

CNBC - Politics - 1 day ago

The crisis in Oleshky shows what a Russian victory in Ukraine would look like

The U.S.-brokered ceasefire is disingenuous – it’s Russia that needs to stop

The Globe and Mail - Opinion - 1 day ago

Zelenskyy backs freezing front line as step towards Ukraine ceasefire - The Ukrainian leader insists Kyiv must have a seat at any negotiations and wants security guarantees from Washington and European allies, as a row over slowed SpaceX satellite services rumbles on. 21 October 2026

The Ukrainian leader insists Kyiv must have a seat at any negotiations and wants security guarantees from Washington and European allies, as a row over slowed SpaceX satellite services rumbles on.

Euronews - World - 1 day ago

Germany planning to buy 'drone missiles' from Ukraine – media

Berlin is reportedly considering buying Ukrainian-made “drone missiles” as Kiev seeks to expand its arms exports despite continued reliance on Western military aid.

Russia Today - Top Stories - 1 day ago

Serbia will not impose Russia sanctions – election winner's rep to RT

Serbia’s victorious opposition Student List will maintain ties with Russia and reject sanctions despite EU pressure, representative Jovo Bakic has told RT Balkan

Russia Today - Top Stories - 2 days ago

Elon Musk Confirms Spacex Throttled Starlink Access for Ukraine Military

Elon Musk acknowledged over the weekend that SpaceX deliberately slowed Ukraine's access to Starlink satellite internet, saying the company acted because Ukrainian forces had used the civilian service to guide offensive drone strikes against Russia.

Breitbart - Technology - 2 days ago

Trump signs executive order waiving new Russia sanctions - Russian presidential envoy Kirill Dmitriev has called the decision to put the sanctions on hold a "significant and truly historic moment." 17 October 2026

Russian presidential envoy Kirill Dmitriev has called the decision to put the sanctions on hold a "significant and truly historic moment."

Euronews - World - 2 days ago

Ukraine carries out first drone airlift of wounded soldier from front line - Ukraine's 92nd Assault Brigade says it has carried out its first aerial drone evacuation of a wounded soldier, pulling him from a position where mines and Russian drone activity made a conventional rescue impossible. 20 October 2026

Video. Ukraine’s 92nd Assault Brigade says it has carried out its first aerial drone evacuation of a wounded soldier, pulling him from a position where mines and Russian drone activity made a conventional rescue impossible.

Euronews - World - 2 days ago

Russian drone attack kills two in Kyiv as residents survey damage - Two people were killed after a Russian drone attack sparked a fire in a residential building in Kyiv. Residents returned to damaged homes as debris and destroyed cars littered the area. 21 October 2026

Video. Two people were killed after a Russian drone attack sparked a fire in a residential building in Kyiv. Residents returned to damaged homes as debris and destroyed cars littered the area.

Euronews - World - 2 days ago

Kremlin open to new Ukraine peace talks as Russia frees US teacher - Moscow says Putin, Trump and Xi will meet in Shenzhen next month after "constructive" talks with US envoy Steve Witkoff, while a US diesel deal easing sanctions on Russia has angered Kyiv and European capitals. 21 October 2026

Moscow says Putin, Trump and Xi will meet in Shenzhen next month after "constructive" talks with US envoy Steve Witkoff, while a US diesel deal easing sanctions on Russia has angered Kyiv and European capitals.

Euronews - World - 2 days ago

Russian strikes kill 7 in Ukraine after US envoy meets Putin - Ukraine's air force posted a warning in the early hours of "more ballistic missiles towards Kyiv" and instructed residents to stay in shelters. 22 October 2026

Ukraine's air force posted a warning in the early hours of "more ballistic missiles towards Kyiv" and instructed residents to stay in shelters.

Euronews - World - 2 days ago

Ukraine: At least 9 people were killed in Russian attacks over the past 24 hours - At least nine people were killed in Russian attacks across Ukraine over the past 24 hours, according to Ukrainian authorities, as overnight missile and drone strikes sparked fires in Kyiv and the Kharkiv region. 22 October 2026

Video. At least nine people were killed in Russian attacks across Ukraine over the past 24 hours, according to Ukrainian authorities, as overnight missile and drone strikes sparked fires in Kyiv and the Kharkiv region.

Euronews - World - 2 days ago

US designates helium as critical amid European supply squeeze - The US has declared helium a critical material as war in the Middle East and export curbs by Russia and China squeeze global supplies of a gas vital to chipmaking, leaving Europe scrambling to secure its share. 23 October 2026

The US has declared helium a critical material as war in the Middle East and export curbs by Russia and China squeeze global supplies of a gas vital to chipmaking, leaving Europe scrambling to secure its share.

Euronews - World - 2 days ago

Russia-NATO Tensions Keep Climbing. France is Now Reportedly Seeking to Expand its Nuclear Footprint in Europe.

The "forward deterrence" plan includes the deployment of nuclear-enabled Rafale jets across the continent.

International Business Times - World - 2 days ago

Iran, Russia gas agreement near finalization: Acting oil min.

TEHRAN, Oct. 25 (MNA) – Hamid Bovard, caretaker head of the Iranian oil ministry, said Sunday broad agreements on gas exchange between Iran and Russia had reached the final stages.

Mehr News Agency - Business - 3 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 - 3 days ago

Ukraine regains critical Starlink service after restrictions disrupt drone operations

Ukraine says Starlink connections are again stable on fast-moving military equipment after restrictions hindered operations against Russia.

Fox News - Business - 3 days ago

Ukraine Says Military-Grade Starlink Service Restored After Experiencing Restrictions

Zelenskyy said connection speeds returned to previous levels overnight after Trump offered to raise the issue with Elon Musk.

Epoch Times - US News - 4 days ago

Ukraine's Starlink Access Fully Restored, Says Kyiv

Ukraine's access to Starlink and Starshield satellite links has been restored to the speeds it had before restrictions.

Breitbart - Technology - 4 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 - 4 days ago

US-Led Peace Talks With Russia, Ukraine to Take Place in First Half of November: Kremlin

The trilateral peace talks would be the first to take place since February.

Epoch Times - US News - 5 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 - 5 days ago

Germany sit out FIFA Under-15 World Cup as Russia return

Germany is one a handful of FIFA's 211 nations to refuse an invitation to play at the inaugural Under-15 World Cup. The tournament will also mark Russia's return to the FIFA fold.

Deutsche Welle - Sports - 5 days ago

Can Russia broker a new US-Iran deal?

Russia’s nuclear expertise, close ties with Tehran and negotiation experience could give Moscow an edge as a mediator.

Aljazeera - Opinion - 6 days ago

Trump's Russia Envoy Praises Putin as a Great 'Humanitarian'

Steve Witkoff, an envoy to Donald Trump, praised Vladimir Putin as a "humanitarian," as the Russian autocrat continues his war against Ukraine.

Rolling Stone - Politics - 7 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 - 7 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 - 9 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 - 9 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 - 9 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 - 12 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 - 13 days ago

Ukraine blindsided by Starlink throttling restrictions and intelligence gaps

Kyiv’s forces experience connectivity problems on Elon Musk’s satellite network.

Ars Technica - Technology - 14 days ago

Russia was not ready for the data center war it started with Ukraine

Russian bloggers warn Russia’s hyper-centralized digital economy is vulnerable.

Ars Technica - Technology - 16 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 - 16 days ago

Trump doesn't think Russia plague incident is bioweapon, plans Putin call Wednesday

Nearly 200 people were placed under medical observation earlier this week in Russia's Irkutsk region in eastern Siberia over suspected exposure to plague.

CNBC - Health - 21 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 - 21 days ago

Trump offers U.S. help to Russia after plague death; WHO assesses the situation as low risk

WHO said it was in contact with Russian authorities, and has offered support if needed, while assessing the risk to the general public as low based on available information.

CNBC - Health - 22 days ago

Russia hospitalizes almost 200 people after death from plague: Reports

Nearly 200 people are under medical observation in Russia’s Irkutsk region over suspected exposure to plague, according to local media reports.

CNBC - Health - 23 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

Ukraine at 35: Independence tested by resilience

On August 24, Ukraine marks the 35th anniversary of the restoration of its independence. For Ukrainians, this is far more than a commemorative date. O...

Peninsula Qatar - Opinion - 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