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Ukraine live: US 'aims for March peace deal' amid furore over Putin general shooting

The suspect fled the scene shortly after shooting Lieutenant General Vladimir Alexeyev

Independent UK - Politics - 44 minutes ago

How 'outdated' US weapons are making a big difference in the Ukraine war

Copperhead rounds first appeared in Ukraine in November 2024 and video of them hitting targets was posted slightly afterward.

New York Post - Opinion - 5 hours ago

Kremlin says Russia and US agree that quick nuclear arms are talks needed

The Kremlin says Russian and U.S. negotiators have discussed the expiration of their last remaining nuclear arms pact. Representatives in Abu Dhabi agreed on the need to quickly launch new

Lancaster Online - World - 7 hours ago

Analysis -- U.S.-Russia nuclear weapons treaty has expired. What happens now? -- Mike Crawley -- News

The treaty between the U.S. and Russia limiting their deployment of strategic nuclear weapons has expired, leaving plenty of questions about what U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin intend to do next.

CBC News - World - 8 hours ago

Russian general shot in Moscow amid Ukraine ceasefire talks

A key aide to Vladimir Putin, Vladimir Alekseev was part of the leadership group that planned the full-scale invasion of Ukraine four years ago.

Sydney Morning Herald - Top Stories - 8 hours ago

Zelensky criticizes Ukrainian Air Force

Ukraine’s Vladimir Zelensky has blasted the nation’s Air Force for failing to intercept Russian drones

Russia Today - US News - 8 hours ago

Kremlin says Russia and U.S. agree quick arms talks needed. U.S. accuses China of secret nuclear tests

MOSCOW (AP) — Russian and U.S. negotiators discussed the expiration of the last remaining nuclear arms pact between the two countries and agreed on the need to quickly launch new arms control talks, t

The Columbian - Politics - 8 hours ago

Marco Rubio: China's Nuclear Buildup Makes Any Deal Between Only U.S. and Russia 'Obsolete'

Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Trump would not pursue a new nuclear arms reduction agreement without China.

Breitbart - World - 10 hours ago

Kremlin says Russia and U.S. agree quick arms talks needed

The New START treaty terminated Thursday, leaving no caps on the two largest atomic arsenals for the first time in more than a half-century and fueling fears of an unconstrained nuclear arms race.

Los Angeles Times - World - 11 hours ago

IAEA Issues 'Stark' Nuclear Warning After Russia Pummels Ukraine

Russia has repeatedly struck Ukraine's energy infrastructure during its war, risking a nuclear disaster.

Newsweek - World - 11 hours ago

Zelensky says Ukrainian air force needs to improve as Russian drone barrages take a toll

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says the air force's performance in some areas is “unsatisfactory.”

Los Angeles Times - World - 11 hours ago

What country is AIN and why can't Russia compete as ROC at 2026 Olympics? -- At least a dozen athletes will represent AIN at the 2026 Winter Olympics. Here's what it has to do with the ROC, Russia and the country's doping scandal.

At least a dozen athletes will represent AIN at the 2026 Winter Olympics. Here's what it has to do with the ROC, Russia and the country's doping scandal.

CBS News - Top Stories - 12 hours ago

US, Russia mull more advanced nuclear treaty

TEHRAN, Feb. 06 (MNA) – China calls on the US to resume strategic stability talks with Russia after New START expires, as Washington seeks a new and broader nuclear arms treaty to include China.

Mehr News Agency - Politics - 13 hours ago

U.S. and Russia agree to re-establish military dialogue after Ukraine talks

The United States and Russia agreed Thursday to re-establish high-level, military-to-military dialogue following a meeting between senior Russian and American military officials in Abu Dhabi, the U.S. military in Europe said.

CTV News - Top Stories - 13 hours ago

Russia says Ukraine behind shooting of army general in Moscow -- Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov accused Ukraine of trying to "disrupt the negotiation process" searching for an end to the war.

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov accused Ukraine of trying to "disrupt the negotiation process" searching for an end to the war.

CBS News - World - 13 hours ago

Ukraine-Russia talks yield prisoner swap, little movement on peace

Ukraine and Russia carried out their largest prisoner exchange in five months on Thursday, emerging from a second round of U.S.-brokered talks with a rare...

Daily Sabah - World - 14 hours ago

START is over: US and Russia no longer have limits on nuclear arsenals - For the first time in over half a century, the US and Russia have no legally binding agreement limiting their strategic nuclear forces. Does the nuclear race begin now as the New START treaty expires on Thursday, or is it already under way? 05/02/2026

For the first time in over half a century, the US and Russia have no legally binding agreement limiting their strategic nuclear forces. Does the nuclear race begin now as the New START treaty expires on Thursday, or is it already under way?

Euronews - World - 15 hours ago

Russia welcomes US-Iran talks in Oman

TEHRAN, Feb. 06 (MNA) – The Kremlin wants the talks between Tehran and Washington on the Iranian nuclear issue to be productive and lead to de-escalation, Russian Presidential Spokesman Dmitry Peskov told the media.

Mehr News Agency - Top Stories - 15 hours ago

In southeastern Ukraine's bitter cold, troops try to halt relentless Russian advance -- Russia and Ukraine might be negotiating elsewhere. But along the battlefront in Zaporizhzhia in southeastern Ukraine, where Russian forces have been advancing under cover of drones and glide bombs, peace talks seem far away.

Russia and Ukraine might be negotiating elsewhere. But along the battlefront in Zaporizhzhia in southeastern Ukraine, where Russian forces have been advancing under cover of drones and glide bombs, peace talks seem far away.

Christian Science Monitor - World - 2 days ago

Ukraine military aid left Slovakia 'completely naked' – PM

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico has accused the previous government of undermining national defense with Ukraine aid

Russia Today - Top Stories - 17 hours ago

Russia, Ukraine exchange 300 prisoners as US peace talks end without breakthrough

Ukraine's diplomat welcomed the return of prisoners, noting that "many of those freed endured captivity and mistreatment since 2022."

New York Post - World - 1 day ago

Russia and Ukraine conduct first prisoner swap in months amid peace talks in Abu Dhabi

The countries swapped 157 captured soldiers and civilians each after US-mediated peace talks.

SBS - World - 1 day ago

Russia says ready to talk to US on nuclear limits

Russia said on Thursday it regretted the expiry of its last remaining nuclear arms treaty with the United States but was still ready to talk, according to Reuters.Axios reported that negotiations...

International The News - World - 1 day ago

US, Russia agree to restart military dialogue after Ukraine talks

The United States and Russia agreed on Thursday to reestablish high-level military-to-military dialogue for the first time in over four years, a new sign...

Daily Sabah - World - 1 day ago

US, Russia to resume high-level military talks after more than 4-year freeze

The United States and Russia are reopening a direct communication channel that was suspended ahead of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine.

Stars and Stripes - US News - 1 day ago

US-Iran nuclear talks set for Oman on Friday; US-Russia nuclear arms treaty expires

US and Iranian officials to sit down on Friday for nuclear talks in the capital of Oman, amid concerns in the region that Donald Trump could take military action against Tehran. The talks, coming after the last remaining nuclear arms treaty between the US and Russia, expired. Toni Waterman reports from Washington DC, w

Channel NewsAsia - World - 1 day ago

Ukraine-Russia talks in Abu Dhabi conclude with prisoner exchange

Ukrainian authorities confirm exchange has taken place after sides agreed to swap 157 prisoners of war each

Irish Times - World - 1 day ago

NATO state opposes 'Article 5-like' guarantees for Ukraine – Politico

Finland has warned the US against describing security guarantees for Ukraine as “Article-5 like,” arguing it risks diluting the NATO clause

Russia Today - World - 1 day ago

Ukraine and Russia to exchange hundreds of POWs after peace talks

Ukraine and Russia will exchange 157 prisoners each following peace talks that officials say were ‘productive’

Evening Standard - World - 1 day ago

Ukraine and Russia Reach POW Swap Deal as Peace Negotiations Continue

U.S.-brokered talks between Russia and Ukraine have produced a new prisoner exchange but remain stalled over fundamental disputes on territory and security guarantees, even as the war grinds on.

OilPrice.com - World - 1 day ago

Ukraine reports conclusion of Abu Dhabi talks

TEHRAN, Feb. 05 (MNA) – Consultations in Abu Dhabi between representatives of Russia, the US, and Ukraine have wrapped up, according to sources from Kiev.

Mehr News Agency - World - 1 day ago

Russia and Ukraine hold a second day of US-brokered peace talks in Abu Dhabi

Negotiators from Moscow and Kyiv are holding a second day of U.S.-brokered talks in Abu Dhabi to end their war. The discussions come amid increased Russian attacks on Ukraine’s power grid and after …

Bay to Bay News - World - 1 day ago

FOILED: Russia-Linked Cyberattacks On The Winter Olympics

"These are actions of Russian origin."

Huffington Post - World - 1 day ago

Russia exits New START treaty, raising global nuclear alarm

ALBAWABA- Russia announced on Wednesday that it is “no longer bound” by the New START treaty, the last remaining agreement limiting strategic nuclear ar

Albawaba - World - 2 days ago

Peace Talks Resume in Abu Dhabi as Russia Continues to Strike Ukraine

U.S.-facilitated peace talks between Ukraine and Russia resumed in Abu Dhabi even as Russia launched fresh missile and drone strikes across Ukraine.

OilPrice.com - World - 2 days ago

US, Russian and Ukrainian officials meet in Abu Dhabi for talks on Russia-Ukraine war

Russian and Ukrainian officials are in Abu Dhabi for three-way talks, brokered by the United States. Delegations are expected to cover key issues, mainly around territorial disputes and Ukraine's security guarantees. US President Donald Trump appeared optimistic that both sides seem open to striking a deal, adding that

Channel NewsAsia - World - 2 days ago

Russia and Ukraine Envoys Meet in Abu Dhabi for US-Brokered Talks

Envoys from Moscow and Kyiv meet in Abu Dhabi for U.S.-brokered talks to end the nearly four-year war.

Military.com - US News - 2 days ago

Russia says India hasn't said it's going to stop buying oil

TEHRAN, Feb. 04 (MNA) – A day after President Donald Trump said India agreed to halt purchases of Russian oil as part of a new U.S.-India trade deal, the Kremlin said it has heard nothing from New Delhi to suggest those flows are stopping.

Mehr News Agency - Business - 2 days ago

Russia launches record missile barrage against Ukraine one day before peace talks set to resume in Abu Dhabi

Russia launched a massive overnight attack on Ukraine using more than 70 missiles and 450 drones, Zelenskyy said, one day before peace talks resume in Abu Dhabi.

Fox News - World - 3 days ago

FIFA boss Infantino wants Russia to return to football

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 - 3 days ago

Corpse water, burned herbs, harrowing rituals: How Ukraine turned to magic in its war against Russia

Here’s how mysticism and witchcraft fueled Ukraine’s war mindset

Russia Today - Opinion - 4 days ago

Ukraine Prepares for New Peace Talks Amid Escalating Russian Bombardment

Ukraine, Russia, and the United States are preparing for a new round of trilateral talks in the UAE even as Russia continues deadly air strikes on Ukrainian civilians and infrastructure.

OilPrice.com - World - 4 days ago

Identifying dead Ukrainian soldiers returned from Russia

In Odesa, forensic teams work in converted train cars to identify fallen soldiers. Many arrive unnamed, yet experts document every clue and run DNA tests to match them with families. Warning: This video contains distressing images.

Deutsche Welle - Science - 4 days ago

Odessa A'zion exits A24 film after backlash to her being cast as character with Mexican heritage

The actor said she has dropped out of the adaptation of the novel "Deep Cuts" after online outcry over her casting.

NBC News - Entertainment - 5 days ago

Odessa A'zion drops out of Latina 'Deep Cuts' role following backlash

Earlier this week, TheWrap revealed that the 'Marty Supreme' star was cast as Zoe Gutierrez, a Latina character in the A24 film adaptation of Holly Brickley’s debut novel, prompting pushback online.

Los Angeles Times - Top Stories - 8 days ago

Peace Talks to Resume in Abu Dhabi as Ukraine War Grinds On

The United States, Ukraine, and Russia are preparing to resume peace negotiations in Abu Dhabi, even as intense fighting, territorial disputes, and unresolved security guarantees continue to define the war.

OilPrice.com - World - 11 days ago

Russia carries out huge drone and missile attacks on Ukraine

Major missile and drone attack overnight in Kyiv and Kharkiv leaves at least one dead and 23 injured

Evening Standard - World - 13 days ago

Russia reports major inflation drop in 2025

Russia’s annual inflation rate has fallen to 5.59%, the lowest level in five years, central bank data shows

Russia Today - Business - 14 days ago

Putin meeting set for Thursday, Witkoff says, with Ukraine 'land deals' in focus

A meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin is set to take place on Thursday with "land deals" over Ukraine on the table, Special Envoy Steve Witkoff said.

CNBC - World - 16 days ago

Trump's Venezuelan oil move isn't hypocrisy — it's genius strategy to crush China and Russia

President Trump's Venezuelan oil imports serve U.S. energy strategy by optimizing Gulf Coast refineries designed for heavy crude while weakening adversaries.

Fox News - Business - 22 days ago

Company Inks $7M Deal to Provide Satellite Technology to US Army -- The Russia-Ukraine war has just in the past three years transformed technological capabilities and made the international...

The Russia-Ukraine war has just in the past three years transformed technological capabilities and made the international military community rethink war tactics.

Military.com - Technology - 3 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 - 3 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 - 10 months 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 - 10 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 - 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 - 2 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