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Updated - Russia fires Oreshnik hypersonic missile, with attacks on Ukraine killing at least 4 - News - World - | 19 minutes ago

Russia bombarded Ukraine with hundreds of drones and dozens of missiles in a large-scale overnight attack, officials said Friday, killing at least four people. For only the second time, it used a new ballistic missile that it says flies at 10 times the speed of sound and is unstoppable.

CBC News - World - 3 minutes ago

Russia hits Ukraine with hypersonic missile in new wave of strikes

At least four people were killed in separate overnight strikes on Kyiv, Ukrainian authorities said

The Globe and Mail - Top Stories - 12 minutes ago

Russia's use of its hypersonic missile in western Ukraine is seen as a warning to Kyiv's allies

Russia has used its latest missile against Ukraine for a second time in the nearly 4-year-old war, a forceful signal to Kyiv and its Western allies as peace talks are in a crucial stage. The strike …

Bay to Bay News - US News - 57 minutes ago

Suspected Oreshnik missile strike captured in Ukraine (VIDEO)

Unverified reports claim that Russia has struck Ukraine with an Oreshnik ballistic missile

Russia Today - Top Stories - 1 hour ago

Qatar Embassy, 20 Kyiv residential buildings damaged in Russian attack: Zelensky

Kyiv, Ukraine: A massive Russian night time attack on Ukraine damaged 20 residential buildings in Kyiv and its suburbs, as well as Qatar s embassy,...

Peninsula Qatar - World - 1 hour ago

Russia fires Oreshnik hypersonic missile at Ukraine

Russia said it deployed one of its most advanced ballistic missiles during massive overnight strikes on Ukraine. In Kyiv, 4 people were killed by drones. DW has more.

Deutsche Welle - Top Stories - 2 hours ago

Border patrol agent shoots two in Portland and Russia attacks Ukraine with new weapon: Morning Rundown

Plus, AI-generated images erode trust online and December's jobs report could indicate the direction of the U.S. labor market.

NBC News - US News - 2 hours ago

Russia 'uses new ballistic missile' in massive strike on Ukraine

Russia said it has used the new Oreshnik ballistic missile along with other weapons in a massive strike on Ukraine. Ukrainian officials said four people we...

Independent.ie - World - 2 hours ago

Russia uses hypersonic missile against Ukraine

At least four people have been killed, and 22 injured, after Russian launched strikes across Ukraine.

Sky News - Top Stories - 2 hours ago

Russia hits Ukraine with rarely used Oreshnik missile in fresh strikes

Four people were killed in Kyiv, where booms could be heard for several hours overnight, setting the sky alight with explosions.

BBC News - Top Stories - 2 hours ago

Ukraine live: Moscow fires new missile likened to nuclear warhead

Zelensky had warned Russia was planning a major attack and urged Ukrainians to take cover

Independent UK - World - 3 hours ago

Zelensky Demands Trump Act After Major New Strikes

Follow Newsweek for live coverage of the Russia-Ukraine war and the Trump White House's push to end it.

Newsweek - Top Stories - 4 hours ago

What we know about the hypersonic Oreshnik missile used by Russia in Ukraine

Apparently able to fly at 10-times the speed of sound, Vladimir Putin claims the Oreshnik missile is impossible to intercept. But what do we know about this nuclear-capable weapon?

Sky News - Top Stories - 4 hours ago

Foreign troops in Ukraine impossible without Russia's consent – Merz

A ceasefire between Ukraine and Russia would be a necessary precondition for the deployment of forces, German Chancellor Merz has said

Russia Today - World - 4 hours ago

Moscow fires hypersonic missile in major Ukraine attack - as Qatari embassy hit by drone

The Russian defence ministry says it fired its Oreshnik hypersonic missile at a target in Ukraine during overnight strikes. Follow the latest below.

Sky News - Top Stories - 5 hours ago

Russia fires nuclear-capable missile in latest attack against Ukraine

Explosions were reported in the western city of Lviv after the threat of an intermediate-range ballistic missile was detected from Russia’s Kapustin Yar site just before midnight, the Ukrainian Air...

New York Post - Top Stories - 5 hours ago

Russia fires new ballistic missile at Ukraine, killing at least four

Ukrainian authorities reported multiple deaths and infrastructure damage after Russia said it deployed a new missile system in an overnight strike.

Fox News - Top Stories - 5 hours ago

US Issues Urgent Warning Over 'Significant' Attack On Ukraine

The U.S. embassy in Kyiv has warned it received information of a "potentially significant" air attack on Ukraine in the next few days.

Newsweek - Top Stories - 6 hours ago

Photos show the aftermath of Russia's latest attack on Ukraine

Kyiv, UKRAINE (AP) — Russia’s Defense Ministry said Friday its military used the new Oreshnik intermediate-range ballistic missile in its latest strike on Ukraine. This is a photo gallery …

Bay to Bay News - World - 6 hours ago

Russia warns of spike in tensions with U.S. after seizure of oil tanker -- Yesterday

Seizure of Russian-flagged tanker by U.S. military on Wednesday represents a new challenge for the Kremlin

The Globe and Mail - World - 6 hours ago

Russia fires advanced new ballistic missile at Ukraine

Moscow said the overnight strike was in response to an alleged Ukrainian drone strike on a residence used by President Vladimir Putin, which the U.S. and others said did not happen.

NBC News - Business - 7 hours ago

Russia says it fired hypersonic missile at Ukraine

Strike was response to Ukrainian drone attack on ‌Putin’s residences, defence ministry says

Irish Times - Top Stories - 7 hours ago

Russia Hit Ukraine With Nuclear-Capable Oreshnik Missile in Putin Revenge

The U.S. has said it does not believe Ukraine attempted to strike Putin's residence, and Kyiv called the Kremlin's claim a lie.

Newsweek - World - 7 hours ago

Russia's Defense Ministry says it has used the new Oreshnik ballistic missile in the latest strike on Ukraine

Russia's Defense Ministry says it has used the new Oreshnik ballistic missile in the latest strike on Ukraine.

Bay to Bay News - World - 7 hours ago

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,415

These are the key developments from day 1,415 of Russia’s war on Ukraine.

Aljazeera - World - 8 hours ago

Ukrainian strikes have left 550,000 without power in western Russia – governor

Ukrainian strikes have caused large-scale power outages in Russia’s Belgorod

Russia Today - Top Stories - 9 hours ago

Russia harshly condemns US seizure of oil tanker, warns of a spike in tensions

Russia on Thursday strongly condemned the US seizure of an oil tanker, heralding a new chill in relations between Moscow and Washington that could spread to other areas and affect President Donald Trump's efforts to persuade Russia to end its nearly four-year war in Ukraine.

Manila Times - World - 12 hours ago

'Enough is enough': Trump's warning for the world with Russia-linked tanker seizure

The US has seized a Russian-flagged oil tanker in the Atlantic, after tracking it for weeks and calling in the assistance of the UK.

SBS - Politics - 15 hours ago

Russia warns US against 'escalation' after seizure of oil tanker

The seizure Wednesday of the Russian-flagged tanker in the North Atlantic “can only lead to a further escalation of military and political tensions in the Euro-Atlantic region, as well as a visible...

New York Post - World - 16 hours ago

This one delusional neocon gives a perfect glimpse into the Ukraine War Fantasy Land they all live in

Someone really should explain to Mike Pompeo how peace deals actually work

Russia Today - Opinion - 17 hours ago

World News -- Russian strikes on southern Ukraine cut power, water to 1M residents -- At least 1 million Ukrainians were without heat or water in the Dnipropetrovsk region after Russian strikes overnight damaged energy infrastruture.

At least 1 million Ukrainians were without heat or water in the Dnipropetrovsk region after Russian strikes overnight damaged energy infrastruture.

UPI - World - 17 hours ago

Russia slams Western peacekeeping plan for Ukraine

Russia on Thursday slammed a plan for European peacekeepers to be deployed to Ukraine as “dangerous” and branded Kyiv and its allies an “axis of war”, dousing hopes for a speedy end to the almost four-year-long conflict.

CTV News - Top Stories - 19 hours ago

Russia warns Western forces in Ukraine would be considered 'legitimate combat targets'

Russia warns Western forces deployed to Ukraine under postwar security deal would be "legitimate combat targets" as diplomatic tensions escalate.

Fox News - World - 20 hours ago

Ukraine-Russia war latest: Trump approves major Russia sanctions bill

Russia fires suspected hypersonic missile at critical infrastructure in Lviv after Zelensky accuses Putin of weaponising winter

Independent UK - Politics - 22 hours ago

Russia hasn't reacted to Trump's Greenland bid because it has a bigger goal

The Kremlin has not commented on Trump's Greenland ambitions, with analysts saying they serve a bigger purpose for Moscow.

CNBC - Politics - 22 hours ago

Russia frees French researcher in prisoner swap for alleged ransomware hacker

Russia's FSB said Laurent Vinatier was freed in exchange for Daniil Kasatkin, a Russian who was wanted in the United States for alleged involvement in ransomware attacks.

NBC News - World - 23 hours ago

Russia swaps basketball star for suspected French spy

Moscow has secured the return of Daniil Kasatkin, who has been accused by the US of being a member of a ransomware gang

Russia Today - Top Stories - 23 hours ago

Russia-bound tanker attacked in Black Sea – media

The oil tanker ‘Elbus’ has reportedly been attacked by a drone off the cost of Türkiye en route to Novorossiysk

Russia Today - World - 1 day ago

UK PM Starmer Vows to Let MPs Vote Before Sending Troops to Ukraine

British Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer said MPS will be given the opportunity to vote before any soldiers are sent to the war-torn country.

Breitbart - World - 1 day ago

UK forces sent to Ukraine would be 'legitimate targets,' says Russia

Cabinet minister Pat McFadden said UK troops deployed to Ukraine would be in a position to fire back if attacked by Vladimir Putin’s army

Evening Standard - Politics - 1 day ago

Over 1M left without water, power by Russian strikes in Ukraine

Russian overnight strikes on Ukraine cut water, electricity and heating to more than 1 million people in the Dnipropetrovsk region as temperatures fell...

Daily Sabah - World - 1 day ago

U.S. News -- Senate is moving forward with Russia sanctions bill -- The Senate is poised to take up a sanctions bill to pressure Russia to end the war in Ukraine after President Donald Trump okayed the effort.

The Senate is poised to take up a sanctions bill to pressure Russia to end the war in Ukraine after President Donald Trump okayed the effort.

UPI - World - 1 day ago

Starmer says MPs to get vote on deploying UK troops to Ukraine

Labour prime minister has signed historic deal to deploy armed forces to enforce any ceasefire with Russia – with Trump’s blessing

Independent UK - Politics - 1 day ago

Coalition's Ukraine security guarantees include deploying troops if ceasefire is reached

After almost four years of major conflict, Ukraine has been given a series of concrete security guarantees — backed by more than 30 countries including Canada — that it can take into possible peace talks with Russia.

CBC News - Politics - 1 day ago

Politics Insider: Freeland to step down as MP Friday after taking on Ukraine advisory role

Also, Carney will visit China next week as he seeks to rekindle relations with Xi Jinping

The Globe and Mail - Politics - 1 day ago

Chrystia Freeland to resign as MP Friday after accepting Ukraine advisory role

Former cabinet minister was criticized for taking the job while still serving in Parliament

The Globe and Mail - Politics - 1 day ago

Irish News Video -- Russia accuses US of 'outright piracy' after seizure of Venezuela oil tanker in UK-backed operation

Russia accuses US of ‘outright piracy’ after seizure of Venezuela oil tanker in UK-backed operation

Independent.ie - World - 1 day ago

US seizes third Venezuelan-linked oil tanker amid escalating tensions with Russia

ALBAWABA- In a bold escalation of enforcement against sanctioned Venezuelan oil shipments, U.S. naval forces boarded and seized a Russian-flagged tanker

Albawaba - Top Stories - 1 day ago

Do Russia and China pose a national security threat to the US in Greenland?

White House says President Donald Trump still wants to buy Greenland, but has said military means are an option, too.

Aljazeera - Top Stories - 1 day ago

Why Russia has kept quiet over Maduro's ouster in Venezuela

Russia sent bombers to Venezuela to support Maduro not too long ago, but now the Kremlin has stood by and watched as the US arrested the disputed leader. What does the US surprise attack mean for the war in Ukraine?

Deutsche Welle - Top Stories - 1 day ago

UK and France unveil troop commitments for Ukraine

UK and France say they have agreed to deploy forces in Ukraine after a peace deal – a move Russia opposes

Russia Today - World - 2 days ago

British troops sent to Ukraine 'must be ready to fight' Putin's army

Sir Keir Starmer and Emmanuel Macron have announced that the UK and France will put boots on the ground to keep the peace in Ukraine if the war ends

Evening Standard - Politics - 2 days ago

Russia sends submarine to escort sanctioned oil tanker off coast of Ireland

Washington appears determined to seize the tanker after it managed to evade the US blockade of Venezuela.

Sydney Morning Herald - World - 2 days ago

Britain signs historic deal to deploy troops inside Ukraine

Starmer and Macron commit to military guarantee of any peace deal with Russia

Independent UK - Politics - 2 days ago

Starmer to face first PMQs of 2026 after pledging boots on the ground in Ukraine

The Prime Minister said British forces would be placed in ‘military hubs’ in Ukraine as part of peacekeeping efforts once the war is over.

Evening Standard - Politics - 2 days ago

Zelenskyy praises European, US moves towards legally binding security guarantees for Ukraine

Discussions on security guarantees for Ukraine have advanced among Western allies, but Russia has given no public sign it would accept the arrangements.

SBS - Politics - 2 days ago

US makes big commitment to Ukraine peace deal – but one man is missing from talks

Britain, France, and the US are all making commitments to get a deal over the line, but the reaction of Russia remains unknown.

Sky News - Top Stories - 2 days ago

Russia Takes a Back Seat in Venezuela, Making No Clear Moves to Protect Nicolás Maduro

Russia’s response to the arrest of its ally in Venezuela, narco-terrorist kingpin Nicolás Maduro, has been low-key as of Tuesday afternoon.

Breitbart - World - 2 days ago

US could seize Venezuela oil tanker off UK coast as it flees to Russia

US military forces have been preparing for a possible mission to capture the vessel

Evening Standard - World - 2 days ago

US, European allies to set up joint Ukraine mechanism after cease-fire

The United States and its European partners will form a U.S.-led body to oversee a future Ukraine ceasefire as part of wider security guarantees, French...

Daily Sabah - World - 2 days ago

UK and France Sign Declaration of Intent to Deploy Troops to Ukraine in Event of Ceasefire

The leaders of Britain and France signed a declaration of intent to deploy troops to Ukraine in the event of a ceasefire.

Breitbart - World - 2 days ago

Carney says Freeland's decision to accept Ukraine role 'consistent' with plans to resign as MP

Former cabinet minister’s departure will trigger a by-election in her Toronto riding

The Globe and Mail - Politics - 2 days ago

A Fragile Peace Plan Is Emerging for Ukraine

Western and Ukrainian officials meeting in Paris are refining a peace proposal for Ukraine that envisions a European-led security presence, unresolved U.S. guarantees, and major unanswered questions about Russia’s response.

OilPrice.com - World - 2 days ago

Ireland's foreign minister attends EU meeting in Paris at 'critical juncture' for war in Ukraine

IRELAND is among the countries represented at a meeting being held in Paris today to discuss brin...

Irish Post - Top Stories - 3 days ago

Zelensky replaces Ukraine's security chief ahead of Paris talks

President Volodymyr Zelensky is trying to revamp his administration as the grinding war of attrition with Russia marks its fourth anniversary next month.

Los Angeles Times - World - 3 days ago

Trump Says That Ukraine Didn't Target Putin Residence in a Drone Strike as Kremlin Claims

President Donald Trump told reporters that U.S. officials have determined that Ukraine did not target a residence belonging to Russian President Vladimir Putin in a drone attack last week, disputing Kremlin claims that Trump had initially greeted with deep concern.

Military.com - US News - 4 days ago

Russian strikes kill 2 in Kyiv on eve of Ukraine summit in Paris

Russian forces launched early-morning strikes across Ukraine on Monday, killing two people in the Kyiv region, authorities said, as air-raid sirens sounded...

Daily Sabah - World - 4 days ago

Iran, Russia move to deepen energy cooperation

TEHRAN, Dec. 31 (MNA) – Iran and Russia have underscored the importance of implementing strategic memorandums of understanding during a joint energy working group meeting aimed at reviewing bilateral cooperation in the energy sector.

Mehr News Agency - Business - 9 days ago

From collapse fears to resilience: How Russia reshaped its economy by the end of 2025

A deep dive into how state influence, Asian trade, and domestic production are reshaping the Russian economy

Russia Today - Business - 9 days ago

Defense stocks fall after Ukraine peace talks; European markets open flat

European stocks start the last trading week of the year in flat territory.

CNBC - World - 9 days ago

What happens if Taiwan, Ukraine go under? -- Virtually all debate and controversy over the future sovereignty of Taiwan and Ukraine have rested on preventing the worst from happening.

Virtually all debate and controversy over the future sovereignty of Taiwan and Ukraine have rested on preventing the worst from happening.

UPI - Opinion - 9 days ago

Ukraine Accuses Russia of Fabricating Attack to Undermine Peace Talks

Ukraine has rejected Russian claims that it targeted a residence used by President Vladimir Putin, saying the allegation is false and intended to derail fragile peace talks.

OilPrice.com - World - 9 days ago

US banking giant reveals massive Russia exit cost

Citigroup expects a loss of more than $1 billion from the sale of its remaining business in Russia

Russia Today - Business - 9 days ago

Trump says Ukraine-Russia peace 'closer than ever' after talks with Zelenskyy -- President Donald Trump says Ukraine and Russia are "closer than ever before" to a peace deal, even as Russia launched another round of attacks on Ukraine while Ukrainian President Volodomyr Zelenskyy flew to the United States.

President Donald Trump says Ukraine and Russia are “closer than ever before” to a peace deal, even as Russia launched another round of attacks on Ukraine while Ukrainian President Volodomyr Zelenskyy flew to the United States.

Christian Science Monitor - World - 11 days ago

Zelensky meets Trump in Florida as Ukraine war peace talks focus on territorial issues

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has arrived in Florida for critical talks with Donald Trump on ending the nearly four-year Ukraine war, with territorial concessions the most sensitive issue on the table

WalesOnline - World - 11 days ago

Russia pounds Kyiv hours before Zelensky-Trump showdown on ending war

Explosions rang out across Kyiv overnight as Ukraine's air defence units went into action

Evening Standard - World - 13 days ago

NATO's scandal-ridden boss wants war with Russia to be his next train wreck

Mark Rutte is trying to invoke history against Russia – bold move for someone with such a selective memory of his own scandals

Russia Today - Opinion - 14 days ago

Zelensky Challenges Putin With US-Backed 20-Point Peace Plan As Proposal Reaches Moscow

The next move now lies with Putin, whose response will show whether the proposal can gain traction or fade amid continued fighting.

International Business Times - Top Stories - 14 days ago

EU sets new record in trade surplus with Russia – Eurostat

EU quarterly trade surplus with Russia hit €1.5 billion in Q3 2025, the first time since 2002, data shows

Russia Today - Business - 14 days ago

Russia-Ukraine war: Why Europe risks another bleak year in 2026

As the US retrenches, European leaders are militarising without strategy or capacity, deepening economic decline, democratic strain and geopolitical risk across the continent

Middle East Eye - Top Stories - 14 days ago

Russia may be feeling the pressure after Moscow blast and US-Ukraine peace framework

Two police officers and another person were killed in a car blast in Moscow on Wednesday. It is the second fatal bombing in the capital in the space of three days.

Sky News - World - 15 days ago

Russia Bombards Kyiv as Zelenskyy Warns of Christmas Strikes

Russia launched a massive overnight missile and drone assault on Kyiv and Ukraine’s energy infrastructure as President Volodymyr Zelenskyy warned of intensified Christmas-period attacks amid stalled negotiations.

OilPrice.com - World - 15 days ago

Russia Downplays Peace Prospects as Talks With U.S. and Ukraine Conclude

Russia maintained its uncompromising stance on a Ukraine peace deal, dismissing proposed revisions from Kyiv and European allies as U.S.-brokered talks in Florida ended without tangible progress.

OilPrice.com - World - 17 days ago

Rocket Report: Russia pledges quick fix for Soyuz launch pad; Ariane 6 aims high

South Korean rocket startup Innospace is poised to debut a new nano-launcher.

Ars Technica - Science - 20 days ago

EU Approves €90 Billion Loan for Ukraine After Frozen Assets Plan Stalls

The European Union agreed to a €90 billion interest-free loan for Ukraine after legal concerns blocked plans to use frozen Russian assets, underscoring Europe’s growing responsibility to sustain Kyiv as U.S. support wanes.

OilPrice.com - World - 20 days ago

Why the EU's climbdown on aid to Ukraine matters

Inside Politics podcast with Hugh Linehan

Irish Times - Politics - 21 days ago

Defense stocks fall as Ukraine talks continue; European markets finish lower

European stocks closed lower on Tuesday, reversing gains seen at the start of the week.

CNBC - World - 23 days ago

Russia strikes Turkish cargo vessel off Ukraine's Odesa

A major fire erupted after Russia targeted a Turkish cargo vessel anchored in the Ukrainian port city of Odesa in a missile attack on Friday. The cargo...

Daily Sabah - Politics - 27 days ago

Arms industry investors in panic over Ukraine peace talks

A US-backed peace initiative has reportedly prompted a sell-off of German arms manufacturers’ stocks

Russia Today - Business - 1 month 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 - 2 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 - 2 months ago

Inside-net: Russia is dismantling free internet connections

The Russian authorities this year created a ‘white list’ of websites that are not to be blocked while everything else would not be available for users in Russia

Global Voices - Technology - 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 - 9 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 - 9 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 - 2 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