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Ukraine/Russia

As Middle Eastern countries struggle to down Iranian drones, Ukraine sends 200 specialists to help -- Briar Stewart -- News

After Iranian Shahed drones hit an oil refinery in Kuwait, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy confirmed that Kyiv has sent more than 200 military specialists to the Middle East to help defend critical infrastructure from the same type of threat Ukraine has faced for years.

CBC News - World - 2 hours ago

Russian Strike on Zaporizhzhia Kills Two as Ukraine Seeks Peace Talks

A Russian drone attack on Zaporizhzhia killed at least two people, a Ukrainian official said, ahead of expected U.S.-Ukraine talks.

Breitbart - World - 3 hours ago

Russian strike on Zaporizhzhia kills 2 as Ukraine seeks to move forward peace talks

A Russian drone strike on the Ukrainian city of Zaporizhzhia killed at least two people and wounded two children Saturday, a regional official said, as a Ukrainian delegation headed to

Lancaster Online - World - 4 hours ago

Cheap drones, costly defence: Lessons from Ukraine - 4 - 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 - 12 hours ago

Ukraine-Hungary oil pipeline row threatens EU loan -- Kyiv and Budapest disagree on how badly damaged a hub in western Ukraine bombed by Russia really is, as its oil flow remains suspended.

Kyiv and Budapest disagree on how badly damaged a hub in western Ukraine bombed by Russia really is, as its oil flow remains suspended.

BBC News - World - 17 hours ago

EU Leaders Accuse Orbán of Disloyalty and Blackmail After He Blocks €90 Billion Ukraine Loan

Leaders in the European Union have condemned Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán after he blocked implementation of a €90 billion loan package for Ukraine.

International Business Times - World - 18 hours ago

Hungary's Orbán threatens further anti-Ukraine measures over Russian oil dispute

Speaking to media in Brussels a day after he blocked a $104-billion European Union loan to Ukraine, Orbán said he and his government have “a lot of cards in our hands” beyond holding up the financial aid Kyiv needs to equip its armed forces and keep its economy running.

Los Angeles Times - World - 21 hours ago

US, Israel may drag Caspian region into Iran war: Russia

TEHRAN, Mar. 20 (MNA) – Russian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Maria Zakharova warned on Friday that the United States and Israel's actions could drag the Caspian countries into the Iran war after an attack on Iran's port city of Bandar Anzali.

Mehr News Agency - Politics - 1 day ago

Zelenskyy sends a delegation to US to seek resumption of Russia-Ukraine talks

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says he sent an official delegation to the United States in a bid to move forward suspended negotiations on ending Russia’s invasion of his country. The …

Bay to Bay News - World - 1 day ago

EU to push Ukraine loan 'one way or the other' – von der Leyen

The EU is seeking ways to bypass Hungary’s veto on a €90 billion loan to Ukraine, as Italy’s Giorgia Meloni breaks ranks, voicing support for Budapest

Russia Today - World - 1 day ago

'Europe learned the wrong lesson' on energy from Russia-Ukraine war

Countries that invested in renewable energy in 2022 are better able to withstand the current fuel crisis, experts say.

Euronews - Environment - 1 day ago

EU loan for Ukraine war effort blocked

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban is no fan of Volodymyr Zelenskyy and is frustrating the European Union's efforts to support him.

Sky News - World - 1 day ago

Spain, Ukraine Agree to Produce Drones Together After Zelensky Visit

Spain will co-produce drones, radars, and other defense equipment with Ukraine after signing agreements with President Volodymyr Zelensky.

Breitbart - World - 2 days ago

Iran strikes neighbors with missiles and drones. Ukraine shows how to fight back. -- Dominique Soguel

Iran has shown they can do a lot of damage to United States and Israeli assets – and regional allies in the Gulf – via missile and drone attacks. Ukraine can help stop it.

Christian Science Monitor - Top Stories - 4 days 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 - 5 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 - 5 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 - 5 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 - 6 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 - 8 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 - 8 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 - 11 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 - 25 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 - 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