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Brief Russia-Ukraine truce facilitates evacuations from and aid deliveries to Oleshky

A humanitarian mission entered the devastated city of Oleshky on Friday, officials said, as Russia and Ukraine observed the most significant truce of the 4 1/2 year war that has raged since Moscow’s all-out invasion of its neighbour.

CTV News - World - 15 minutes ago

Russia Seeks Better European Ties, Conflict Produces No Winners: Putin

The Russian president said that Moscow was ’ready' for a potential war with Europe, but added that it was a situation he wanted to avoid.

Epoch Times - World - 26 minutes ago

Russia is back in the ice hockey world championships after sports court ruling

Ruling is major win for Russia against efforts to bar it from international sports over war in Ukraine

The Globe and Mail - Sports - 52 minutes ago

Russia is back in the hockey world championships after sports court ruling -- Sports

Russia teams must be allowed to play International Ice Hockey Federation events such as the world championships, the Court of Arbitration for Sport ruled on Friday.

CBC News - World - 2 hours ago

Ice hockey-CAS rules that Russia can compete in world championships

FRANKFURT, Oct 30 : The Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) ruled on Friday that Russian teams can compete in next year's men's and women's world championships, overturning International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF) decisions to exclude them from its competitions.CAS upheld appeals lodged by the Russian Ice

Channel NewsAsia - Sports - 1 hour ago

Britain, France and Germany could take key roles in Russia-Ukraine peace talks

The United States and Ukraine see Britain, France and Germany as the possible European representatives in peace negotiation talks to end Russia’s war against Ukraine.Meanwhile, European...

International The News - Top Stories - 3 hours ago

Russian drone strikes in Ukraine kill two teenage girls

Russian drone strikes in Ukraine kill two teenage girls

NBC News - Top Stories - 3 hours ago

Ukraine and Russia Bombard Each Other As Melania Trump Ceasefire Holds

Ukraine targeted Moscow and Russia struck an educational institution as Melania Trump's localized ceasefire continued in southern Ukraine.

Newsweek - World - 1 day ago

Evacuations begin in Ukraine under localized ceasefire brokered by Melania Trump

Any sense that the localized truce might yield wider progress in the war was tempered by Russian missile strikes on other Ukrainian cities.

NBC News - World - 3 hours 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 - 3 hours ago

Russia hits Dnipro station as Ukraine warns of new strikes

Russian drone strikes hit cities across Ukraine. We examine why railways are a key target, how jet-powered drones are changing the war and whether Kyiv's air defenses can protect critical infrastructure.

Deutsche Welle - World - 3 hours ago

Ex-Pentagon strategist accused of Iran and Ukraine leaks – Axios

Former Pentagon strategist Brett Sylvia admitted to leaking classified information about Iran and Ukraine to journalists, according to Axios

Russia Today - World - 5 hours ago

Russian barrage kills 20 across Ukraine despite hopes for truce

A Russian drone strike killed at least 14 people at a crowded railway station in Dnipro on Thursday, while separate daytime attacks killed five more people...

Daily Sabah - World - 7 hours ago

Rubio hosts G20 ministers as Iran, Ukraine wars divide members

ATLANTA: US Secretary of State Marco Rubio will host his G20 counterparts, including Russia's Sergei Lavrov, for talks on Friday (Oct 30) that are expected to be fractious, with wars in Ukraine and Iran and surging energy prices fanning discord.The foreign ministers' meeting in Atlanta, Georgia, taking place

Channel NewsAsia - World - 8 hours ago

NBC News reports from Moscow as Russians react to their country's long war with Ukraine

NBC News' Keir Simmons reports from Russia's capital in a rare visit to Moscow. He talks with one woman taking a big risk by calling for peace, pushing back on the long war with Ukraine. It comes as Putin works to bypass isolation from Europe, hosting an Africa Summit and selling drones.

NBC News - World - 15 hours ago

Russian strikes kill 14 in Ukraine but local truce brings some hope -- A Russian drone hit two trains at a station in central Ukraine, killing at least 14 people, but a local truce credited to Melania Trump is bringing some hope elsewhere.

A Russian drone hit two trains at a station in central Ukraine, killing at least 14 people, but a local truce credited to Melania Trump is bringing some hope elsewhere.

CBS News - World - 18 hours ago

Analysis - Trump's increasing support for Russia carries existential danger for Canada - Politics - | October 29

Some analysts say U.S. President Donald Trump's recent rapprochement with Russia poses a clear danger to Canadians — one not easily solved by closer partnerships with allies an ocean away.

CBC News - Politics - 18 hours ago

Fragile Ukraine Truce Faces Critical Test Amid Fears of Forced Deportations

A Melania Trump-brokered cease-fire in Russian-occupied Oleshky is holding, but concerns over forced deportations, Russian military movements, and civilian safety threaten the humanitarian operation.

OilPrice.com - Top Stories - 19 hours ago

Russia downs record total of Ukrainian drones amid summit

Russia said its air defenses intercepted more than 1,200 Ukrainian drones overnight, the highest reported total to date, while President Vladimir Putin holds a summit with leaders from Africa.

The Columbian - Top Stories - 22 hours 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 - 23 hours ago

Aid mission set to enter Oleshky as a localized Russia-Ukraine truce holds for a third day

Humanitarian aid is poised to roll into the stricken city of Oleshky on Friday, a Ukrainian official said, as a localized ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine stretched into a third day and military units cleared away landmines.

CTV News - Top Stories - 23 hours 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 - 23 hours ago

Could Melania Trump Win Nobel Peace Prize Over Ukraine Ceasefire Deal?

Professor Frank Rusciano told Newsweek over email that the odds of the first lady winning the prize "seems very unlikely."

Newsweek - World - 1 day ago

Humanitarian aid set to enter Oleshky as a localized Russia-Ukraine truce holds for a third day

Humanitarian aid is set to arrive in Oleshky, Ukraine, on Friday as a localized ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine continues for a third day. The truce, which began Tuesday, allows military units …

Bay to Bay News - World - 1 day ago

Is Ukraine paying the price for Israel's war with Iran?

Trump’s policies risk easing economic pressure on Moscow while weakening Ukraine’s defenses, pushing Kyiv toward a disadvantage

Daily Sabah - Opinion - 1 day ago

Russia-Ukraine peace talks: Kremlin reveals what could affect November round

The trilateral talks involving Russia, Ukraine and the US are expected to take place in early November as decided in previous talks between President Vladimir Putin and US envoy Steve Witkoff. But...

International The News - World - 1 day ago

Expanding Qatar-Russia ties

The Peninsula brings the latest news from Qatar and around the world. We also cover in detail football, cricket, business, entertainment, Bollywood, Hollywood, Science, Technology, Health, Fitness and opinions from leading columnists.

Peninsula Qatar - Top Stories - 1 day 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 - 1 day ago

Iran Reiterated it Won't Compromise on its Nuclear Policy. It is Also Working With Russia in a New Deal.

"We have also made good progress in small modular reactors and are in the process of signing a protocol with the Russian side to accelerate their joint construction," said the deputy head of Iran's atomic energy organization.

International Business Times - World - 2 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 - 2 days 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 - 2 days 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 - 3 days 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 - 3 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 - 3 days 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 - 3 days 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 - 3 days 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.

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 - 3 days 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.

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 - 3 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 - 3 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 - 4 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 - 4 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 - 4 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 - 4 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 - 4 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 - 4 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 - 4 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 - 4 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 - 4 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 - 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 - 5 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 - 6 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 - 7 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 - 7 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 - 8 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 - 8 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 - 9 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 - 10 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 - 11 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 - 11 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 - 14 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 - 14 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 - 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 - 18 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 - 22 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 - 23 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 - 24 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 - 25 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