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Russia opens applications for international film session

Russia has opened applications for the ‘Creativity Unites’ international film session, bringing together young filmmakers from countries that share Eurasian values

Russia Today - World - 1 hour ago

Ukraine appeal IOC decision to reinstate Russia -- Ukraine's National Olympic Committee launches an appeal with the Court of Arbitration for Sport against the International Olympic Committee's decision to provisionally reinstate Russia to its competitions.

Ukraine's National Olympic Committee launches an appeal with the Court of Arbitration for Sport against the International Olympic Committee's decision to provisionally reinstate Russia to its competitions.

BBC News - Top Stories - 1 hour ago

Ukraine says it hits 2 major Russian oil refineries hours after Zelensky's meeting with Trump

Ukraine says its forces have hit two of Russia’s major oil refineries in their latest long-range strikes

Los Angeles Times - World - 2 hours ago

Russia accuses Telegram CEO Pavel Durov of aiding terrorism in its latest digital crackdown

Russian authorities said they had charged Pavel Durov with aiding terrorism, the latest step by the Kremlin to bring the internet and digital communications under its control.

One America News Network - Top Stories - 2 hours ago

Zelenskyy and Trump hold White House talks on war in Ukraine - Since returning to office early last year, Trump has halted direct US arms deliveries to Kyiv in favour of a programme allowing European countries to buy weapons for Ukraine. 28/07/2026

Since returning to power early last year, Trump has halted direct US arms deliveries to Kyiv in favour of a programme allowing European countries to buy weapons for Ukraine.

Euronews - World - 2 hours ago

Russia charges Telegram CEO Pavel Durov with 'promoting terrorism'

The founder of Telegram was the target of a international warrant issued by Russia which wants him on charges the app was used to organize "terror" attacks.

UPI - Top Stories - 3 hours ago

Ukraine begins CAS appeal against IOC move to reinstate Russian Olympic Committee

July 29 : The National Olympic Committee (NOC) of Ukraine has begun the process of appealing to the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) against the International Olympic Committee's (IOC) decision to provisionally reinstate the Russian Olympic Committee (ROC), the Ukrainian ruling body said on Wednesday.The

Channel NewsAsia - Sports - 4 hours ago

Patriots, talks with Russia dominate Trump, Zelenskyy meeting

President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met Tuesday to discuss reviving Russia peace talks and plans for Ukraine to build...

Daily Sabah - World - 4 hours ago

Crimea not on Kiev's agenda – Zelensky

The return of Russia’s Crimea peninsula to Ukrainian control is less of a priority than “not losing people,” Vladimir Zelensky has claimed

Russia Today - US News - 5 hours ago

West pushing 'ultimatum' on Russia over Ukraine – Lavrov

Sergey Lavrov has said Moscow will not accept a Western-backed ceasefire proposal, calling it an ultimatum that would preserve the Kiev regime

Russia Today - Top Stories - 6 hours ago

How 500,000 New Russian Soldiers Could Shape Ukraine War

Ukraine's president Volodymyr Zelensky warned of an upcoming draft in Russia.

Newsweek - World - 6 hours ago

Russia charges Telegram founder with aiding terrorism, assisting Ukraine intelligence -- News

Russia's main domestic security agency said Wednesday that Pavel Durov, founder and owner of the messaging app Telegram, has been charged with aiding terrorism and put on an international wanted list.

CBC News - World - 6 hours ago

Ukraine says it hit a major Russian oil refinery, hours after Zelenskyy's meeting with Trump

Ukraine said it hit one of Russia’s largest oil refineries, intensifying economic and diplomatic pressure on Moscow. Wednesday's attack on the Ryazan refinery, which produces gasoline and other …

Bay to Bay News - World - 6 hours ago

Telegram chief put on Russia wanted list over aiding terrorism charges

Russia charged Pavel Durov, the founder, owner and CEO of the messaging app Telegram, with aiding terrorism and put him on an international wanted list,...

Daily Sabah - Business - 6 hours ago

Russia puts Telegram founder Durov on a wanted list over charges of aiding terrorism

Russia charged Pavel Durov, the founder, owner and CEO of the messaging app Telegram, with aiding terrorism and put him on an international wanted list, the country’s main domestic security agency said Wednesday.

CTV News - World - 7 hours ago

Russia charges Telegram founder Durov with facilitating terrorism -- The FSB claims the messenger app, created by Pavel Durov, has failed to remove accounts and channels used for recruitment by Ukraine's secret service.

The FSB claims the messenger app, created by Pavel Durov, has failed to remove accounts and channels used for recruitment by Ukraine's secret service.

BBC News - World - 7 hours ago

Russia charges Telegram founder Pavel Durov with 'aiding terrorism'

Russia's FSB says Telegram has not pulled content used by Ukrainian intelligence and 'terrorist' groups to plan attacks.

Aljazeera - World - 8 hours ago

How Ukraine's long-range drones are changing what's possible in war with Russia -- The latest story of the Ukraine war has been the shift – on the battlefield, and in the adversaries' minds – wrought by Ukraine's drone strikes deep into Russia. The goal is to pave a path to a diplomatic resolution. -- Scott Peterson

The latest story of the Ukraine war has been the shift – on the battlefield, and in the adversaries’ minds – wrought by Ukraine’s drone strikes deep into Russia. The goal is to pave a path to a diplomatic resolution.

Christian Science Monitor - Science - 8 hours ago

Telegram founder Pavel Durov charged with aiding terrorism, Russia puts him on wanted list — as app fires back

Russia’s main domestic security agency said Wednesday that Pavel Durov, founder of the messaging app Telegram, has been charged with “aiding terrorism” and put on an international wanted list.

New York Post - World - 9 hours ago

Russia charges Telegram CEO with 'facilitating terrorism'

ALBAWABA - Russia announced on Wednesday that it charged Telegram CEO and founder Pavel Durov with facilitating terrorism, stating further that it issue

Albawaba - Top Stories - 9 hours ago

Add a powerful weather pattern to the Ukraine and Middle East wars and the risks to global food security multiply.

The wars in Ukraine and the Middle East haven't yet crippled global food supplies. Add a powerful weather pattern like El Nino, however, and the risks multiply.

Deutsche Welle - Environment - 9 hours ago

PARTNER CONTENT -- How Made in Russia label opens doors in UAE markets -- m read

For the UAE, where compliance and consistency are paramount, the Made in Russia programme serves as a practical tool for selecting reliable suppliers.

Gulf News - Top Stories - 13 hours ago

Senate advances Lindsey Graham's long-stalled Russia sanctions bill just hours after his funeral

“Even though Lindsey is not physically with us today, his presence can certainly be felt in this chamber,” Sen. Katie Britt (R-Ala.) said.

New York Post - World - 16 hours ago

Zelensky holds face-to-face talks with Trump at White House following UK visit

Ukraine’s president flew to Washington after being hosted by Prime Minister Andy Burnham at Portsmouth naval base.

Evening Standard - Politics - 16 hours ago

Trump meets with Zelenskyy, Netanyahu at White House amid Iran, Ukraine conflicts

A 'Special Report' All-Star panel discusses President Donald Trump hosting Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for crucial White House meetings.

Fox News - Politics - 17 hours ago

Senate Advances Russia and Iran Sanctions Bill in Honor of Late Sen. Graham

The procedural vote took place on the same day as Lindsey Graham’s funeral service in Washington.

Epoch Times - US News - 18 hours ago

Senate sets up votes to sanction Russia for Ukraine war

The sanctions target Russian officials, oligarchs, their family members, foreign persons, Russian banks and financial institutions and the Russian shadow fleet.

CNBC - US News - 18 hours ago

Russia sanctions championed by late Senator Lindsey Graham clear first Senate hurdle

Graham was among Kyiv’s most influential and outspoken allies in Congress in its four-year-old war against Russia

The Globe and Mail - World - 18 hours ago

Trump shares no details of Zelensky meeting

President Donald Trump hosted Ukraine’s Vladimir Zelensky in the Oval Office on Tuesday, with US officials sharing no details about what was discussed during the roughly hour-long meeting behind closed doors.

Russia Today - World - 20 hours ago

Netanyahu and Zelensky attend Lindsey Graham's funeral

Late Republican senator from South Carolina, Lindsey Graham, was laid to rest in Washington D.C. on Tuesday, July 28, 2026. Starting with a memorial as he la...

Washington Examiner - Top Stories - 20 hours ago

One killed, two wounded in twin car bombings in Ukraine's Odessa (VIDEOS)

A Navy officer and an SBU operative have been reportedly attacked in two separate car bombings in the Ukrainian port city of Odessa

Russia Today - US News - 21 hours ago

Ukraine says Iran ship strike unintentional, seeks to avoid escalation

Ukraine and Iran sought to ease tensions Tuesday after Kyiv said it did not intend to target an Iranian commercial vessel in the Caspian Sea, while Tehran...

Daily Sabah - World - 21 hours ago

Trump calls Graham "beloved friend" and "American original" in eulogy -- President Trump delivered the eulogy for friend and ally Sen. Lindsey Graham, who died unexpectedly just a short time after visiting Ukraine earlier this month.

President Trump delivered the eulogy for friend and ally Sen. Lindsey Graham, who died unexpectedly just a short time after visiting Ukraine earlier this month.

CBS News - Politics - 22 hours ago

Trump meets with Zelenskyy and Netanyahu amid wars in Iran, Ukraine -- President Trump met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu Tuesday.

President Trump met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu Tuesday.

CBS News - World - 23 hours ago

Ukraine and Iran Wars Are Merging Into One Big Crisis for Trump in This Sea

One Iranian analyst told Newsweek Ukrainian strikes will "redouble Tehran‑Moscow cooperation to strengthen Caspian security."

Newsweek - World - 1 day ago

US walks out of UN Security Council meeting during France's remarks -- The row sparked after the US joined North Korea and Russia in voting against extending the term of the UN high commissioner for human rights.

The row sparked after the US joined North Korea and Russia in voting against extending the term of the UN high commissioner for human rights.

BBC News - US News - 1 day ago

Russia explores support for online retailers after Ukrainian drone attack damages, sources say

Drones damaged at least seven Wildberries warehouses, destroying around 10-per-cent of the company’s storage capacity

The Globe and Mail - World - 1 day 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 - Top Stories - 1 day ago

Kremlin cites overseas attacks to accuse Ukraine of terrorism

Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov accused Ukraine Tuesday of carrying out attacks in Germany, Kazakhstan, and Iran, saying Kyiv is escalating operations...

Daily Sabah - World - 1 day ago

Kiev launches major drone wave on Moscow ahead of Trump-Zelensky meeting – mayor (VIDEOS)

Ukraine has launched a mass drone raid on Moscow, damaging residential buildings in the suburbs, hours before Zelensky’s White House meeting with Trump, local officials have said

Russia Today - US News - 1 day ago

War enters a new phase: Ukraine strikes Iranian supply lines - Ukraine says it has struck long-range routes moving Russian military equipment linked to Iran, while Zelenskyy claims Moscow gave Tehran satellite data for attacks on US sites in the Middle East. 26/07/2026

Ukraine says it has struck long-range routes moving Russian military equipment linked to Iran, while Zelenskyy claims Moscow gave Tehran satellite data for attacks on US sites in the Middle East.

Euronews - World - 1 day ago

How Ukraine war has entered a new phase

The conflict with Russia has entered a new phase, one defined less by territorial gains than by intense technological competition

Irish Times - World - 1 day ago

Ukraine Hits Iranian Ship In Crimea As U.S. Investigates Potential Russian Role In Iranian Attacks On CIA Sites

Kyiv's strike on an Iranian-linked vessel highlights growing military ties between Moscow and Tehran as Washington examines possible Russian assistance to Iran.

International Business Times - World - 1 day ago

Ukraine war live: Burnham tells Zelensky UK 'has got your back' in first meeting

Ukraine calls Iran an 'accomplice' in Russia's invasion and says vessel was carrying military supplies

Independent UK - Politics - 1 day ago

New British PM Burnham to Host Zelensky for First Visit by a Foreign Leader

Freshly anointed British Prime Minister Andy Burnham will welcome Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Monday as his first foreign leader since taking office a week ago.

Breitbart - World - 2 days ago

Modema Carpet: A modern Iranian rug in Russia

TEHRAN, Jul. 27 (MNA) – Iranian "Modema" rugs have gained immense popularity in the Russian market primarily due to their sleek, contemporary designs that perfectly align with modern interior decor trends.

Mehr News Agency - Entertainment - 2 days ago

Zelensky attacked Caspian Sea cargo ship at Israel's behest – Iran

Iran has accused Ukraine of attacking one of its commercial vessels in the Caspian Sea on Israel’s behalf and warned that the strike would not go unanswered

Russia Today - World - 2 days ago

Ukraine Hit an Iranian-Linked Vessel in the Caspian Sea—Why It Matters

The strike in the Caspian Sea highlights growing links between conflicts involving Ukraine, Russia and Iran.

Newsweek - World - 2 days ago

Iran warns Ukraine attack on commercial vessel 'cannot go unanswered'

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said Sunday that a Ukrainian attack on an Iranian commercial vessel 'cannot go unanswered,' warning that Tehran...

Daily Sabah - World - 3 days ago

Ukraine hits Iranian vessels, Tehran accuses Kyiv of 'hostile and criminal act'

The latest attacks by Ukraine, combined with Saudi military strikes on Iran-backed Houthi targets in Yemen, represent a widening of the Middle East conflict.

CNBC - Politics - 3 days ago

Abcarian: In Ukraine, the war with Russia has created a nation of 'superhumans'

The Superhumans Center in Lviv, Ukraine, has served more than 5,000 wounded warriors, many of whom have lost limbs.

Los Angeles Times - Opinion - 3 days ago

Ukraine strikes set fire to 'Russia's Amazon,' marking the 7th attack on chain suspected of supplying Moscow's military

Videos from the scene showed employees frantically fleeing the logistics hub, as vehicles went up in flames in the parking lot, with thick plumes of black smoke towering over the area.

New York Post - World - 3 days ago

At Least Eleven Killed as Ukraine and Russia Trade Drone Strikes

Ukraine attacked tourist resorts in partly Russian-occupied Zaporizhzhia, killing eight, while a Russian drone strike killed three people.

Breitbart - World - 4 days ago

Russian attack kills 3 in Ukraine as Romania downs second drone in 2 days

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky warned that Russia was preparing missiles for a large attack.

New York Post - World - 4 days ago

The Iran War Kills US Troops, the US and Saudi Arabia Strike a Nuclear Deal, Zelensky Fires His Top General

Danny and Derek break down the week’s global headlines, from Iran, Saudi Arabia, and Gaza to Lebanon, Ukraine, the DRC, Trump’s tariffs, and US foreign policy.

The Nation - Politics - 5 days ago

No Breakthrough as Top U.S. and Russian Diplomats Meet Over Ukraine

Rubio and Lavrov held direct talks on Ukraine but acknowledged that previous peace proposals have failed, leaving negotiations at an impasse.

OilPrice.com - World - 5 days ago

Amid grinding war, protesting Ukrainians still want their voices heard -- Ukraine is experiencing its largest domestic protests since Russia's full-scale invasion in February 2022. The spark to the unrest was the summary dismissal on July 15, 2026, of the country's youthful defense minister, Mykhailo Fedorov, appointed just six months ago.

Ukraine is experiencing its largest domestic protests since Russia's full-scale invasion in February 2022. The spark to the unrest was the summary dismissal on July 15, 2026, of the country's youthful defense minister, Mykhailo Fedorov, appointed just six months ago.

UPI - Opinion - 6 days ago

Ukraine overhauls its military top brass for the fight against Russia

Ukraine has made significant progress in the war this year, and a rift between the country’s outgoing army chief and its defense minister threatened to derail its efforts.

Los Angeles Times - US News - 7 days ago

Iran defeated by Ukraine at 2026 VNL Week 3

TEHRAN, Jul. 15 (MNA) – Iran were beaten by Ukraine 3-1 at the Week 3 of the 2026 Volleyball Nations League (VNL) on Wednesday.

Mehr News Agency - Sports - 14 days ago

The US government warns that Russia state hackers are coming after your router

With residential proxies all the rage, CISA urges router users to be vigilant.

Ars Technica - Business - 15 days ago

Ukrainian drone strikes forced Russia to stop shipping in vital sea corridor

Ukraine’s drone blitz halted Russia’s Sea of Azov shipping in under a week.

Ars Technica - Technology - 15 days ago

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 - 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 - 3 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 - 4 months 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 - 4 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 - 9 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

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