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Ukraine strikes more oil facilities deep inside Russia, Zelenskyy says

The repeated strikes have caused fuel shortages and rattled Russians.

NBC News - Business - 27 minutes ago

Video shows drone attacking a street vendor in Ukraine -- Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says the footage shows how Russian soldiers "take pleasure in killing" civilians. -- Aug 5

Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says the footage shows how Russian soldiers "take pleasure in killing" civilians.

CBS News - World - 2 hours ago

Ukraine delivers first batch of drones to United States

A Ukrainian company has delivered the country’s first batch of drones to the United States for potential use by the Pentagon.

Stars and Stripes - World - 4 hours ago

Ukraine hits one of Russia's biggest oil refineries in Yaroslavl, Zelenskyy says

Ukraine launched long-range drone attacks on two Russian oil refineries on Thursday, including one of the country's largest facilities, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said, as Kyiv continued...

International The News - Top Stories - 5 hours ago

Ukraine strikes more oil facilities deep inside Russia — Zelenskyy

KYIV, Ukraine — Ukraine hit more oil facilities deep inside Russia in overnight attacks, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Thursday, as Kyiv kept up its campaign to undermine Moscow's wartime economy and embarrass the Kremlin.

Manila Times - World - 7 hours ago

Ukraine hits two oil refineries deep in Russian territory

Ukraine's president says the overnight strikes aim to limit revenues Russia "uses to finance" its war.

BBC News - Top Stories - 7 hours ago

Ukraine strikes Russian oil refineries; 6 killed, dozens hurt in Ukraine

Ukraine and Russia traded fire overnight with 4 people hurt in strikes on refineries in Russia while Russian attacks killed 6 and injured dozens.

UPI - Top Stories - 8 hours ago

Europe stepping up back-channel talks with Russia as war in Ukraine gets nastier

Germany, France and Britain have been increasingly active as a formation in the search for a diplomatic resolution of the war

Irish Times - World - 9 hours ago

The wars in Iran and Ukraine converged years ago

Tehran was effectively at war with Kyiv well before an Iranian ship was targeted in the Caspian Sea in late July

The Globe and Mail - Top Stories - 10 hours ago

Ukraine strikes back after Russian attacks claim yet more lives

Ukraine struck oil facilities deep inside Russia in overnight attacks, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Thursday, as Kyiv stepped up efforts to weaken...

Daily Sabah - World - 10 hours ago

Ukraine strikes Russian oil refineries in 'long range' attacks

Huge clouds of black smoke over refinery 240km north of Moscow after drone attack

Irish Times - World - 10 hours ago

Explosive drone forces shutdown at major German airport serving NATO, Ukraine flights

An explosive-armed drone was found near a Ukrainian plane at Leipzig/Halle Airport, prompting Germany's interior minister to warn of a hybrid attack.

Fox News - World - 19 hours ago

Russian barrage on Kyiv kills 17 as Ukraine calls for more interceptors

Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said more US-made Patriot interceptors could help protect civilians from Russia’s intensified attacks.

Channel NewsAsia - World - 23 hours ago

Ukraine pleads for interceptors after Russian missile attack kills at least 17

Ukraine's air force said it intercepted most of the drones but none of the missiles as Russia stepped up attacks on Kyiv.

SBS - World - 1 day ago

Report: Ukraine IDs North Korean Missile Unit Active in Russian Invasion

A senior Ukrainian intelligence said Russia had begun deploying a North Korean missile unit to its war theater against Ukraine.

Breitbart - World - 1 day ago

World braces for new wave of food price surges due to Middle East, Ukraine wars, FAO warns

Rome: The United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) warned Wednesday that the world is bracing for a new wave of food price surges due to...

Peninsula Qatar - Business - 1 day ago

U.S., Ukraine continue Patriot missile talks despite Trump's reservations, sources say

Kyiv urgently wants the ability to make interceptor missiles in order to defend against Russian attacks

The Globe and Mail - World - 1 day ago

North Korea Is Reportedly Sending a Ballistic Missile Unit To Russia. Ukraine Worries More Troops Could Come Next

North Korea has deployed a ballistic missile unit to western Russia, according to a report.

International Business Times - World - 1 day ago

Volodymyr Zelensky hosts meeting with new Defence Secretary in Kyiv

Volodymyr Zelensky in a social media post thanked the King, Prime Minister Andy Burnham and the British people for their ‘unwavering support’.

Evening Standard - Politics - 1 day ago

Deadly missile attack on Kyiv exploits Ukraine's depleted air defences

Moscow claims it hit ‌logistic hubs and ​supply centres in ​Kyiv and ⁠the surrounding region

Irish Times - World - 1 day ago

Russia Hunts Ukrainians in Drone 'Safaris,' Zelensky Says

Russia said on Wednesday it had targeted logistics and transport sites in and around Kyiv with "precision" weapons.

Newsweek - World - 1 day ago

Ukraine Calls for Faster Patriot Deliveries After Deadly Russian Missile Barrage

A massive Russian missile and drone attack killed at least 15 people in Kyiv and the surrounding region as Ukraine appealed for more Patriot interceptors.

OilPrice.com - World - 1 day ago

Soldier kills four in Crimea, Moscow-installed governor says - Crimea, a peninsula illegally annexed by Russia from Ukraine in 2014, has for weeks been the target of Ukrainian retaliatory attacks aimed at disrupting the logistics of Russian forces deployed in southern Ukraine. 04/08/2026

Crimea, a peninsula illegally annexed by Russia from Ukraine in 2014, has for weeks been the target of Ukrainian retaliatory attacks aimed at disrupting the logistics of Russian forces deployed in southern Ukraine.

Euronews - World - 1 day ago

Russia delivers food aid to war-torn Mali

A 770-ton Russian food aid shipment to Mali will provide life-saving assistance to more than 57,000 people, according to the WFP

Russia Today - Top Stories - 1 day ago

Why Ukraine is targeting Russia's biggest online retailer

Wildberries, Russia's largest online marketplace, faces a wave of attacks. Ukraine says the strikes target a company linked to Russia's war effort, bringing the conflict closer to everyday Russian consumers.

Deutsche Welle - Business - 1 day ago

At least 17 people killed after fatal overnight Russian strikes in Ukraine

Russian missile and drone strikes on Kyiv and the surrounding region killed at least 17 people and wounded 44 others, Ukraine's state emergency service said.

NBC News - World - 1 day ago

Russia Is Running Out of Soldiers, Oil, and Time

Economic strains are intensifying, as Russia faces stagnating growth, shrinking sovereign reserves, a worsening fuel crisis, and the prospect of broader conscription after September elections.

OilPrice.com - Top Stories - 2 days ago

Why Have China and Russia Just Stepped Out Of The Shadows In The U.S.-Iran War?

Russia and China are reportedly expanding support for Iran, providing intelligence, satellite navigation, and advanced weaponry.

OilPrice.com - World - 3 days ago

Ukraine Braces for Its Toughest Winter Since Russian Invasion. Officials Warn Energy Grid Faces Growing Threats.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has already made winter preparedness a central priority, warning that protecting essential infrastructure will be critical to keeping the country functioning during the colder months.

International Business Times - World - 3 days ago

'Winter is coming': Ukraine fears its toughest test since Russia's invasion

Russian forces have ramped up the number of missile strikes on Ukrainian cities, likely seeking to exploit Kyiv's shortage of ballistic missile interceptors.

CNBC - Politics - 3 days ago

Iran to hold camp in Russia ahead of Asian Volleyball C'ship

TEHRAN, Aug. 02 (MNA) – Iran's national men's volleyball team will depart for a 10-day training camp in Russia on Aug. 20 as part of their final preparations for the 2026 Asian Men's Volleyball Championship.

Mehr News Agency - Sports - 4 days ago

Russia hits Ukrainian capital with ballistic missiles and drones, killing at least 9

Russia has launched a barrage of ballistic missiles and drones into Kyiv, killing at least nine people and wounding 33.

Los Angeles Times - World - 5 days ago

Monitor Breakfast -- Kyiv's ambassador on how Ukraine revived vital ties with US

Outgoing Ukrainian Ambassador Olga Stefanishyna met with reporters for a Monitor Breakfast to discuss the war, Trump-Zelenskyy relations, and corruption charges facing herself and the government.

Christian Science Monitor - US News - 5 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 - World - 7 days 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 - 8 days ago

U.S. Senate Advances Sweeping Russia Sanctions Bill in 86-12 Vote

The U.S. Senate overwhelmingly voted to advance legislation that would expand sanctions on Russia and Iran while giving the president new authority to target major buyers of Russian energy.

OilPrice.com - World - 8 days ago

How Ukraine's long-range drones are changing what's possible in war with Russia -- 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 - Top Stories - 8 days 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 - 9 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 - 11 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 - 13 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 - 22 days ago

America Extends Its Lead Over Russia and Saudi Arabia in Oil Output

American oil output and exports continue to rise, with production expected to exceed 14 million bpd in 2027 and crude exports hitting record highs as buyers sought alternatives during the Strait of Hormuz crisis

OilPrice.com - Business - 23 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 - 23 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 - 23 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