Wednesday, May 20, 2026 9:22 AM ET
China and Russia sign dozens of agreements as Xi, Putin hail 'unprecedented' ties
Channel NewsAsia - Top Stories - 5 minutes ago
Relations between China and Russia have grown closer but also increasingly unequal.
Just days after US President Donald Trump visited China, Russian President Vladimir Putin headed to Beijing for a two-day trip. Relations between China and Russia have grown closer but also increasingly unequal.
Deutsche Welle - World - 6 minutes ago
UK eases new sanctions on Russia to boost diesel, jet fuel supply
Daily Sabah - Business - 7 minutes ago
The Kremlin now has more money to kill Britain's allies in Ukraine
Independent UK - World - 9 minutes ago
CBC News - Politics - 11 minutes ago
Russian President Vladimir Putin praised his close ties with Chinese leader Xi Jinping and said their countries are partners in trade and international affairs as they opened bilateral talks Wednesday on his trip to Beijing.
CBC News - World - 24 minutes ago
Ukraine ally Britain eases new sanctions on Russian oil as fuel prices surge over Iran war
Toronto Star - Top Stories - 25 minutes ago
'100 Local Currencies': Putin's De-Dollarisation Announcement In China-Russia Bilateral Trade
Times of India - World - 48 minutes ago
What did Putin say during Iran FM's visit to Russia last month?
Warning comes after Trump threatened military action against Iran and gave it 'two to three days' to strike a deal.
Aljazeera - US News - 1 hour ago
Xi says world is at risk of 'law of the jungle' as he hails China-Russia links
Guardian UK - World - 1 hour ago
Daily Mail - Top Stories - 2 hours ago
Daily Express - World - 2 hours ago
Ukraine ally Britain eases sanctions on Russian oil as fuel prices surge
ABC News - Top Stories - 2 hours ago
Power of Siberia deal: What is the key energy link between Russia and China?
Russia Today - US News - 3 hours ago
Ukraine ally Britain eases sanctions on Russian oil as fuel prices surge over Iran conflict
Bay to Bay News - World - 3 hours ago
CBS News - World - 3 hours ago
Our Russian oil addiction puts Ukraine in peril — Putin knew it would
Independent UK - World - 3 hours ago
Xi and Putin praise ties between China and Russia at Beijing talks
China and Russia's leaders lauded the progress in their nations’ strategic ties as they met for talks in Beijing.
The Globe and Mail - World - 3 hours ago
Ukraine has turned its advances in drone technology into a diplomatic asset. Not so long ago, President Zelenskyy visited foreign capitals to beg for assistance. Now, he seals deals for drone sales and tech-sharing – as a desirable security partner.
Christian Science Monitor - World - 4 hours ago
Russia brings nukes to 'highest levels of combat readiness' sparking new WW3 fears
Daily Express - World - 4 hours ago
UN calls for resumption of negotiations between Russia and Ukraine
Peninsula Qatar - US News - 5 hours ago
A NATO military jet has shot down a suspected Ukrainian drone in Estonian airspace. As Ukraine targets Russia's Baltic oil facilities more often and more intensely, more such drones are straying into allies' territory.
Deutsche Welle - World - 7 hours ago
UK makes huge Putin concession to hand Russia millions in oil money
Daily Express - World - 7 hours ago
Euronews - World - 8 hours ago
Russia offers to help resolve US-Iran war amid renewed diplomacy
International The News - World - 10 hours ago
Defying Western pressure: Russia and China deepen economic partnership
Moscow and Beijing have expanded coordination in energy, trade, and infrastructure as they push for a more multipolar economic system
Russia Today - Business - 11 hours ago
Putin visits China to reaffirm Russia ties as Xi also seeks stable US relations after Trump summit
Times of India - World - 11 hours ago
Russia warns Latvia 'NATO membership will not protect you' amid drone tensions
Tensions between Russia and NATO escalated after Moscow warned that Baltic states could face retaliation over alleged Ukrainian drone activity. Russia’s ambassador to the United Nations,...
International The News - World - 13 hours ago
Ukraine debuts home-grown guided bomb capable of deep strikes in Russia
Ukraine has developed its first home-made guided aerial bomb, which is capable of striking deep into Russia and ready for combat use, Kyiv's military chief said.
New York Post - World - 13 hours ago
Nato jet shoots down stray Ukrainian drone as Kyiv blames Russia
Independent UK - World - 14 hours ago
Putin might 'regret' invading Ukraine, Xi allegedly tells Trump —as Russia faces dire turn in war
New York Post - World - 15 hours ago
Putin visits China to reaffirm Russia ties as Xi also seeks stable relations with U.S.
His two-day visit is likely to be closely watched as Beijing seeks to maintain stable relations with the U.S. while also preserving strong ties with Russia.
Los Angeles Times - US News - 16 hours ago
China-Russia-US relations: Zero-sum is gone for good
As Xi hosts Trump and Putin, Beijing is proving it can engage both powers at once without turning global politics into a zero-sum game
Russia Today - World - 17 hours ago
Major Russian air, sea and land military drills were underway with Belarus to practice deploying nuclear force in the event of an "aggression threat."
UPI - World - 18 hours ago
Putin visits China to reaffirm Russia ties as Xi also seeks stable U.S. relations after Trump summit
The Columbian - US News - 18 hours ago
Senators question Pentagon's lack of Ukraine spending plan, Europe force posture changes
The Pentagon has yet to explain to Congress how it plans to spend $400 million lawmakers earmarked for weapons for Ukraine
Stars and Stripes - US News - 18 hours ago
China Hosts Putin As Xi Balances Russia Ties And U.S. Diplomacy
International Business Times - Top Stories - 19 hours ago
Putin visits China as Xi seeks to balance relations with U.S. and Russia
Kremlin has said Putin and Xi plan to discuss economic co-operation between the two countries, but also ‘key international and regional issues’
The Globe and Mail - World - 20 hours ago
Russia and Belarus conducted joint nuclear exercises on Monday as Kyiv warned Moscow was preparing a new offensive from Belarusian territory against Ukraine or NATO.
Euronews - World - 20 hours ago
Kyiv holds a funeral for 2 young sisters killed by a Russian missile strike
New York Daily News - World - 20 hours ago
Putin visits China to reaffirm Russia ties, as Xi also seeks stable U.S. relations
NPR - World - 21 hours ago
Chair of NATO's Military Committee Tells Allies Ukraine War Remains 'Brutal'
Military.com - US News - 21 hours ago
Ukraine Is Escaping Trump's Permission Trap—and it's Bad News for Putin
Perspective: Ukraine's liberating push for self-sufficiency in long-range drones and missiles is beginning to pay off.
Newsweek - World - 21 hours ago
UPI - World - 22 hours ago
Daily Express - World - 22 hours ago
Russia Conducts Three Days Of Nuclear Drills Involving Tens Of Thousands Of Troops
International Business Times - Top Stories - 23 hours ago
Beijing rejects report claiming Xi told Trump that Putin might "regret" Ukraine invasion
Times of India - World - 23 hours ago
Humiliation for Putin as Ukraine 'eliminates' 35,000 Russian soldiers in April
Daily Express - World - 23 hours ago
The Week - World - 23 hours ago
The Week - World - 23 hours ago
German company used Turkey to route dual-use goods to Russia for 4 years: report
Turkish Minute - World - 1 day ago
Deutsche Bank's London branch fined £165,000 for breaching Russia sanctions
The global financial firm processed two payments linked to a sanctioned Russian entity in June and July 2022.
Evening Standard - Business - 1 day ago
China-Russia relations are as strong as ever thanks to Trump
The US president failed to ‘un-unite’ the two powers because he has repeated the same mistakes his predecessors made.
Aljazeera - Top Stories - 1 day ago
Times of India - Business - 1 day ago
Russia-China strategic partnership turns 30: How former rivals became close friends
Russia Today - US News - 1 day ago
Zelensky aide's jailing was a warning from Washington – ex-Ukrainian diplomat (VIDEO)
Russia Today - US News - 1 day ago
Russia and China are building something America cannot break
Putin’s China visit shows how Russia-China trust has made Washington’s old triangle strategy harder to sustain in a changing world order
Russia Today - World - 1 day ago
Putin Needs Xi's Help. The 3 Things Russia Wants From China
The Russian and Chinese leaders will meet in Beijing on Wednesday.
Newsweek - World - 1 day ago
Putin heads to Beijing as Russia pushes major China gas pipeline deal
Russian President Vladimir Putin is set to arrive in Beijing on Tuesday and hold high-stakes talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping this week. The high-profile visit comes following Trump’s...
International The News - World - 1 day ago
Russia starts nuclear weapons drills
Albawaba - World - 1 day ago
Independent.ie - World - 1 day ago
Independent.ie - World - 1 day ago
Decade of strategic partnership: Key Putin-Xi meetings that shaped Russia-China ties
The Russian and Chinese leaders’ meetings have produced major agreements and deepened strategic cooperation between the two countries
Russia Today - World - 1 day ago
The Week - Politics - 1 day ago
Moscow Signals Return To Ukraine Peace Talks After Massive Drone Barrage
International Business Times - World - 1 day ago
Did Trump Trade Taiwan To China To End The Iran And Russia Wars?
Analysts believe Beijing may be positioning itself as a mediator in the Iran conflict while quietly seeking greater strategic flexibility from Washington on Taiwan and broader geopolitical issues.
OilPrice.com - World - 1 day ago
Belarus Launches Joint Drills With Russia to Practice Nuclear Weapons Use
Military.com - US News - 1 day ago
Russian attacks kill one, injure more than 30 in Ukraine overnight, officials say
Russia launched drones, airstrikes and shelling at Ukraine overnight, targeting cities such as Odesa in the south and Dnipro in the southeast, killing one person and injuring more than 30,...
New York Post - World - 2 days ago
Ukrainian drone strikes kill four in Russia; Zelensky says attack 'entirely justified'
Washington Examiner - US News - 2 days ago
Russian drone strikes Chinese ship, Ukraine says, ahead of Putin's meeting with Xi
New York Post - World - 2 days ago
Ukraine conducts large-scale drone strikes on Russia, killing 4 and wounding 12
Russian officials say overnight Ukrainian drone strikes killed at least four people and wounded a dozen more.
Los Angeles Times - US News - 2 days ago
Massive Ukrainian drone strike on Russia kills 3 people near Moscow
A woman died after drones hit her house in the city of Khimki, just northwest of the Russian capital, as part of the “massive” strike on the Moscow region.
New York Post - World - 2 days ago
Ukraine conducts large-scale drone strikes on Russia, killing 4 and wounding 12 others
NPR - World - 2 days ago
WATCH: United Nations Vehicle Struck by Drone While Delivering Aid in Ukraine
Breitbart - World - 2 days ago
Ukraine Unleashes Wave Of Drone Attacks Killing 3 In Russia
The attacks come in the aftermath of a wave of Russian strikes, which Ukrainian authorities said killed at least 25 people and injured dozens.
International Business Times - Top Stories - 3 days ago
Ukraine Escalation of Drone Strikes on Russian Territory Kills at Least Four
At least four people died in one of the largest Ukrainian overnight attacks against Russia since the start of the war.
Breitbart - World - 3 days ago
Russia lures Yemenis with cash incentives to fight against Ukraine
Middle East Eye - Top Stories - 3 days ago
Over 500 drones downed: 4 killed in Russia as Ukraine launches biggest attack in over a year
Times of India - World - 3 days ago
Ukraine attack 'largest in over a year' on Moscow, Russian state media reports
Apple Valley News Now - World - 3 days ago
Bulgarian singer Dara stormed to victory in the contest, while Ukraine broke the record for the longest note ever sung at Eurovision.
BBC News - World - 3 days ago
Daily Express - Politics - 3 days ago
The Spoiled Prince of Kiev: Zelensky has deceived and ruined his country with Western help
An ex-aide’s public break with Zelensky lays bare corruption, lies and coercion – while Western backing keeps his system alive
Russia Today - Opinion - 3 days ago
The EU's sanctions fever: From Russia to China, a crisis expands
What was once an instrument of discipline is becoming fuel on the fire of a continent-scale conflagration
Russia Today - US News - 3 days ago
Russia accused of drone attack on marked UN aid convoy
The attack took place in the Ukrainian city of Kherson, which has been the subject of near-constant Russian drone sieges sometimes likened to a “human safari”.
Sydney Morning Herald - World - 4 days ago
Russia pressures university students to become wartime drone pilots
Universities promise no frontline duty and perks if students enlist in military.
Ars Technica - Technology - 4 days ago
Three's a party: US, China, and now Russia are on the prowl in GEO
Instead of running silent and deep, most satellites easily stand out against the blackness of space.
Ars Technica - Science - 4 days ago
Kyiv mourns as death toll from Russian attack in the Ukrainian capital rises to 24
New York Daily News - World - 5 days ago
Death toll in attack on Kyiv apartment building now stands at 24
Times of India - World - 5 days ago
72 Boxer-mounted RCH 155s due from 2028 as Britain fills the gap left by AS-90s sent to Ukraine
Register UK - Technology - 5 days ago
Daily Express - World - 5 days ago
Panic in Russia as Putin's paranoid cronies start wrapping netting round nuclear subs
Daily Express - World - 5 days ago
Hungary summons Russian ambassador after drone attack in Ukraine
New York Daily News - World - 5 days ago
Russia hammers Ukraine for a 3rd straight day, flattening a Kyiv apartment block and killing 9
New York Daily News - World - 5 days ago
Russia fires 800 drones at Ukraine despite recent talk by Putin and Trump of possible peace
New York Daily News - World - 6 days ago
Boycotting Russia and Israel betrays the spirit of the Venice Biennale
It feels wrong to cancel artists because you disapprove of what their countries are up to, writes Melanie McDonagh
Evening Standard - Opinion - 6 days ago
Ukraine-Russia ceasefire strained as both sides report weekend attacks -- Dan Peleschuk
A U.S.-mediated ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine appeared under serious strain on Sunday, with both sides trading blame for weekend attacks.
Christian Science Monitor - Top Stories - 6 days ago
As Russia pushes spring offensive, shift on battlefield buoys Ukrainians
Russia is no longer making major battlefield gains. If anything, it’s been Ukraine, aided by its technological prowess, taking back small pieces of territory. After a punishing winter, Ukraine is in a surprisingly encouraging place.
Christian Science Monitor - World - 6 days ago
Three centrists join House Dems to force a vote on sending $1.3 billion to Ukraine
Washington Examiner - World - 6 days ago
Russia Presses Its Barrages of Ukraine as Trump Talks of Possible Peace and Kyiv Is Emboldened
Military.com - US News - 6 days ago
Russia sends chilling WW3 threat to UK - 'We should nuke England'
Daily Express - World - 7 days ago
Zelenskyy Meets Palantir CEO as Ukraine Doubles Down on AI Warfare
Zelenskyy met Palantir CEO Alex Karp as Ukraine expands AI drone defense through the Brave1 Dataroom, with 100+ companies training combat models.
OilPrice.com - World - 7 days ago
NATO Allies' War Game Tests Response to Russia and to US Support
Military.com - US News - 7 days ago
Putin horror as Russia spends £500m on military training for children
Daily Express - World - 7 days ago
Ukraine officials say Zelenskyy's ex-chief of staff is a suspect in a money-laundering probe
New York Daily News - World - 7 days ago
'We can't do without them' - Ukraine's secret weapon against Russia revealed
Daily Express - World - 7 days ago
Russia sends horror threat to 'nuke Ukraine' to end war as Putin defies Trump
Daily Express - World - 7 days ago
Daily Express - World - 8 days ago
Daily Express - World - 8 days ago
Ukrainians seeking cultural escape from war's brutality find comfort and resilience at Kyiv art fair
New York Daily News - World - 8 days ago
Russia and Ukraine trade blame for continued fighting as US-brokered ceasefire nears its end
New York Daily News - World - 8 days ago
Things are not going so well for Russia
Stalled advance in Ukraine and economic woes are not the only worries for the Kremlin - also a distant ‘near abroad'.
Aljazeera - Opinion - 9 days ago
New chancellor named at LSUA, ex-New Orleans City Council president leads pro-Ukraine program
The Advocate - Business - 10 days ago
Russia and Ukraine agree to renewed three-day ceasefire and prisoner swap, Trump says
The US president said the halt in fighting for Victory Day celebrations could mark the "beginning of the end" of the war.
SBS - Politics - 11 days ago
The Conversation - US News - 12 days ago
Poland Warns Russia Is Moving from Low-Cost Recruits to Professional Sabotage Cells
Military.com - US News - 14 days ago
US Aims to Expand Ukraine Strike Range With $373 Million Bomb Package
Military.com - US News - 14 days ago
Ukraine Files Police Complaint in Israel Over Alleged Stolen Wheat Imports
Haaretz - Top Stories - 16 days ago
Iran, Russia consult on nuclear cooperation
TEHRAN, May 01 (MNA) – A senior Rosatom official met Iran's ambassador in Moscow on Thursday to discuss scientific, technical and technological exchanges between the two countries' atomic energy bodies.
Mehr News Agency - Technology - 19 days ago
'Environmental disaster': Ukrainian attacks on oil refineries rock Russia
Ukrainian forces have hammered one of Russia's largest sites in Tuapse, causing oil spills and black rain.
Aljazeera - Environment - 19 days ago
Ukraine told to hike taxes to unlock Western aid – media
Ukraine faces pressure from the EU and IMF to overhaul its tax system as both reportedly tie future aid to fiscal reforms amid a widening budget gap.
Russia Today - Business - 21 days ago
Ukraine-Israel row erupts over grain Russia got from occupied areas
A diplomatic dispute has broken out between Ukraine and Israel over grain exports that Kyiv says were taken from territories under Russian control, with...
Daily Sabah - Business - 21 days ago
Trump says Prince Harry 'not speaking for UK' on Ukraine
Trump responds to Duke of Sussex’s speech in Kyiv on Thursday, in which he called for US to show leadership over Ukraine war
Evening Standard - World - 26 days ago
US defends Russia oil sanctions waiver extension
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has explained the 30-day waiver extension on Russian oil sanctions as due to appeals from several countries
Russia Today - Business - 27 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 - 1 month 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 month ago
Russia Detained A Journalist From The Wall Street Journal On Spying Accusations
BuzzFeed News - World - 1 month ago
The Conversation - Politics - 1 month ago
First Post - Top Stories - 2 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 - 2 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 - 2 months ago
Keir Starmer and Morgan McSweeney Ignored Warnings About Peter Mandelson's Epstein and Russia links
Byline Times - Top Stories - 2 months ago
First Post - Technology - 3 months ago
Ukraine wary of Putin's Easter truce and says it will reciprocate only a genuine ceasefire
NPR - Weird - 4 months ago
Ukraine military aid holds at $45 billion this year, despite US drawdown
Euractiv - Politics - 5 months ago
Reparation loan risks not credible and based on Russian lies, says Ukraine
Euractiv - Business - 5 months ago
Merz says Ukraine-US talks give 'chance for real peace process'
Euractiv - Top Stories - 5 months ago
Germany warns rejecting Ukraine loan would harm EU countries' finances
Euractiv - Business - 5 months ago
Under-pressure Ukraine opts for Black Sea gambit in 'new test' for Türkiye
Daily Sabah - Business - 5 months ago
Daily Mail - World - 6 months ago
Trump turns focus to Ukraine peace talks, threatens Tomahawk supply
NZ Herald - World - 7 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 - 7 months ago
Moldova Election: How Russia Tried and Failed to Hack the Vote
Byline Times - Politics - 7 months ago
If China stops supporting Russia, war would end tomorrow, says Trump's Ukraine envoy
First Post - World - 8 months ago
Another round of escalation in relations between Azerbaijan and Russia
Global Voices - World - 10 months ago
IAN BIRRELL: These attacks on Kyiv are proof Putin is emboldened by US appeasement
Daily Mail - Opinion - 1 year 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
Putin's Constant Long-Running, Long-Range Escalations in Ukraine
Byline Times - Entertainment - 1 year ago
Daily Mail - Opinion - 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
UPI - Business - 4 years ago