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Ukraine/Russia

Russia ships fuel to Cuba using tactic challenging Trump embargo: reports

Hong Kong-flagged tanker allegedly delivered 190,000 barrels of Russian oil to Cuba using AIS spoofing and ship-to-ship transfers to evade U.S. sanctions.

Fox News - World - 5 hours ago

Fears rise in Ukraine as Middle East war diverts attention, consumes ammo

Russia’s attacks continue amid a growing global shortage of Patriot anti-aircraft missiles

The Globe and Mail - World - 9 hours ago

How Russia is benefitting from "America's war of choice in Iran" -- Treasury chief Scott Bessent said Russia wouldn't benefit from an easing of oil sanctions to calm energy markets. But Russia is.

Treasury chief Scott Bessent said Russia wouldn't benefit from an easing of oil sanctions to calm energy markets. But Russia is.

CBS News - Top Stories - 13 hours ago

Russia condemns strike on Iranian nuclear power plant

Russia condemns strike on Iran’s Bushehr nuclear plant, with Rosatom warning of “flagrant disregard” for safety after projectile lands 200 meters from operating reactor. IAEA urges restraint.

Russia Today - Top Stories - 15 hours ago

Nordic leaders meet in Oslo with Carney as Arctic tensions sharpen over Greenland, Russia -- Murray Brewster

Leaders from the five Nordic countries and Canada gathered in Oslo for a mini-summit on Arctic security amid rising geopolitical tensions. Discussions follow a massive NATO exercise in northern Norway and focus on Russian military risks, the fallout from U.S. threats to seize Greenland and energy security.

CBC News - Politics - 15 hours ago

Sean Penn is awarded (a version of) his Oscar in Ukraine

Sean Penn finally got his hands on his third Oscar… sort of.

CTV News - Entertainment - 17 hours ago

Sean Penn given 'iron Oscar nod' after missing ceremony for Ukraine visit: See Pics

Sean Penn received a symbolic honour in Kyiv after missing the 2026 Academy Awards, where he won Best Supporting Actor for One Battle After Another. The 65-year-old actor could not attend the...

International The News - Entertainment - 1 day ago

Sean Penn Given Special "Oscar" in Ukraine After Skipping Academy Awards

After skipping Sunday's Academy Awards, Sean Penn was gifted a special "Oscars" by the Ukrainian government for his ongoing support and advocacy.

Consequence of Sound - Top Stories - 1 day ago

For Ukraine and Russia, widening Iran war presents peril and possibility -- Howard LaFranchi

From soaring oil prices to depleted interceptors, the Iran war’s impacts reverberated quickly in the Ukraine conflict. And the needs of the Mideast combatants – intelligence and anti-drone measures – have created diplomatic and strategic openings for both Russia and Ukraine.

Christian Science Monitor - Top Stories - 3 days ago

Russia Responds After Trump Says He Plans to 'Take' Cuba

Russia warned Cuba is facing "unprecedented challenges" due to the ongoing U.S. oil blockade against the island.

Newsweek - World - 1 day ago

Türkiye warns prolonged Ukraine war threatens region, global order

Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan warned that the prolongation of the Russia-Ukraine war poses serious risks to both regional countries and the international...

Daily Sabah - Politics - 1 day ago

Russia Benefiting From US-Iran War While Impacts on China Are 'Complicated': Analysts

How, or if, the United States’ primary adversaries can capitalize on its Middle East ‘distraction’ depends on the conflict’s duration, scholars say.

Epoch Times - Business - 1 day ago

Cheap drones, costly defence: Lessons from Ukraine -- m read

Discover how Ukraine's innovative drone defense strategies are reshaping modern warfare and offering new solutions to Gulf states against drone threats.

Gulf News - Opinion - 3 days ago

Milano-Cortina Paralympics come to a close with another boycott by Ukraine at Games marked by Russia's return

A closing ceremony boycotted by Ukraine signalled the end of the Milano-Cortina Winter Paralympics on Sunday, hours after the U.S. Para ice hockey team won the final gold medal of the Games that were marked by the return of the Russian flag and national anthem to the global sports stage.

CBC News - Sports - 3 days ago

Quiet advantage: What Russia and China may gain from US-Iran war

The U.S.-Iran war may reshape global power, quietly shifting the balance toward Russia and China

Daily Sabah - Opinion - 3 days ago

Zelensky says Ukraine is waiting on U.S. and Russia to set next round of talks

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky says he is ready for the next trilateral peace talks with the U.S. and Russia, but the meeting depends on Washington and Moscow.

Los Angeles Times - World - 3 days ago

Zelenskyy Says Ukraine Waiting on US and Russia to Set Next Round of Talks

The U.S. has postponed its sponsored talks between the two sides due to the war in the Middle East.

Military.com - US News - 3 days ago

Russian strike on Kyiv region kills 4 and wounds 15, with peace talks stalled

A Russian missile and drone strike has hit the Kyiv region and killed at least four people and injured 15, as Ukraine-Russia peace talks remain on hold since the start of the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran.

Los Angeles Times - World - 4 days ago

Is Russia the real winner in Iran war?

Paul Kelso looks at how soaring oil prices are benefiting Vladimir Putin and Russia's war against Ukraine. Russian oil is not transported through the Strait of Hormuz - that means it is cheap and in demand.

Sky News - Top Stories - 5 days 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 - 6 days 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 - 6 days ago

Zelenskyy Says Ukraine Awaits White House Sign-off on US Drone Production Deal

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says he is awaiting White House approval for a major drone production agreement proposed by Kyiv last year.

Military.com - US News - 6 days ago

The war of signals: How Russia and China help Iran see the battlefield

Electronic warfare and intelligence sharing are eroding decades of US-Israeli dominance in the Gulf.

Aljazeera - Opinion - 6 days ago

How Nuclear Waste Can Save Military Satellites and Lunar Exploration -- Russia and China can black out military satellites in seconds. A Latvian startup says nuclear-waste generators using 5x less...

Russia and China can black out military satellites in seconds. A Latvian startup says nuclear-waste generators using 5x less fuel could keep satellites—and lunar bases—running.

Military.com - US News - 8 days ago

'A setback': EU fails to approve new Russia sanctions as war drags on

European Union countries have failed to reach a consensus and agree on a 20th package of sanctions against Russia, mainly due to objections from...

Daily Sabah - Business - 22 days ago

Is an energy war brewing between Ukraine and EU states? (VIDEO)

What’s behind the warning by Hungary and Slovakia that they could cut energy supplies to Ukraine after it halted Russian oil transit?

Russia Today - Business - 27 days ago

Oil Prices Surge 3% After Russia-Ukraine Talks Break Down

Oil prices surged nearly 3% after failed peace talks between Ukraine and Russia, reigniting fears of persistent supply restrictions, while tensions over Iranian supply and transit through Europe add to price volatility.

OilPrice.com - Business - 1 month ago

Russia producing Iran's Bushehr NPP equipment

TEHRAN, Feb. 18 (MNA) – Russia’s Minister of Energy, Sergei Tsivilev, confirmed that equipment for phases 2 and 3 of Iran’s Bushehr nuclear power plant is being manufactured in Russia and will be shipped to Iran.

Mehr News Agency - Technology - 1 month ago

In a surprise statement, the head of world football has said he believes it is time for Russia to return to the pitch.

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 - 1 month 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 - 5 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

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 - 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 - 3 years ago