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Why Moscow is staying tight-lipped on Trump's energy ceasefire -- While Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelensky suggests he would sign up to a ceasefire on energy infrastructure, Russia has said little.

While Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelensky suggests he would sign up to a ceasefire on energy infrastructure, Russia has said little.

BBC News - World - 4 hours ago

Zelenskyy says Russia violating Trump's 'energy ceasefire' as attacks on Ukraine continue - Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says "energy ceasefire" announced by U.S. President Donald Trump can be "a major step toward ending ​the war if the Americans truly step in now." The Kremlin says contacts are ongoing about the possible "energy ceasefire." News - World - | 9 hours ago

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says "energy ceasefire" announced by U.S. President Donald Trump can be "a major step toward ending ​the war if the Americans truly step in now." The Kremlin says contacts are ongoing about the possible "energy ceasefire."

CBC News - World - 1 hour ago

UK prime minister says Russia meddled in Brexit vote, pushes for EU return

With European countries facing decisive elections, Andy Burnham has warned leaders of Moscow’s disruptive playbook.

SBS - World - 1 hour ago

Zelenskyy says Russia isn't honoring Trump's energy ceasefire -- Within a day of President Trump announcing an "energy ceasefire," Ukraine said Russia had struck a power plant and other energy facilities across the country.

Within a day of President Trump announcing an "energy ceasefire," Ukraine said Russia had struck a power plant and other energy facilities across the country.

CBS News - Top Stories - 1 hour ago

Merz: Trump Russia diesel deal 'out of question' for Europe

Chancellor Friedrich Merz has said that Donald Trump's diesel deal with Russia would be "out of the question" for Germany and the EU. Meanwhile, the ruling coalition has been rocked by a major resignation.

Deutsche Welle - World - 1 hour ago

Trump Says Russia, Ukraine Agreed to Energy Ceasefire 'Because I Said'

Trump insists an energy ceasefire is in place between Russia and Ukraine, despite Zelensky reporting continued Russian strikes.

Newsweek - World - 2 hours ago

Six senators call for Trump to 'immediately reverse course' on Russia diesel plan

Trump shocked lawmakers when he announced on social media Friday that he struck a deal with Russian President Vladimir Putin in a phone call.

Boston Globe - Business - 3 hours ago

Shaheen: Admin. Not 'Willing to Stay at the Table' to End Iran War, Pressure Is Only Way to Get Russia to Table

On Monday's broadcast of NPR's "Morning Edition," Sen. Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) argued that the Trump administration is "not willing to" negotiate an end to | Clips

Breitbart - Politics - 3 hours ago

Zelenskyy says Russia violates energy ceasefire despite Trump's claim

KYIV, Ukraine — Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Monday that while Ukraine is willing to halt attacks on Russia's energy infrastructure, Moscow has continued to strike his country's energy sites despite U.S. President Donald Trump's announcement that the warring countries had agreed to cease such attacks.

Manila Times - World - 4 hours ago

UK Prime Minister Reveals 'Clear Answer' He Got About Russia And Brexit

“These things are important now to put clearly on the record,” said Andy Burnham.

Huffington Post - Politics - 4 hours ago

Trump says Ukraine agreed to an energy truce with Russia. NATO tests nuclear deterrence amid threats.

Donald Trump blindsides Ukraine again by declaring it has agreed an 'energy ceasefire' with Russia. Plus - NATO tests its nuclear deterrence as Russia issues new nuclear threats.

Deutsche Welle - Top Stories - 4 hours ago

Energy prices rise after Trump's 'energy ceasefire' fails to move Russia or Ukraine

Shortly after President Donald Trump announced that the two nations would spare each other’s energy assets, Russia attacked a power station in Kharkiv.

NBC News - Science - 5 hours ago

Burnham triggers talk of a Brexit reversal after accusing Russia of meddling in vote

The new claim about the fraught 2016 referendum has set off an almighty row in Britain, where merely talking about whether leaving the EU was a good idea or not can send some into conniptions.

Sydney Morning Herald - Opinion - 5 hours ago

Trump's Russia Diesel Deal: Experts Weigh in on Price Impacts at the Pump

Trump says the deal will bring prices down fast. Analysts tell Newsweek the promised volumes are too small to dramatically change the market.

Newsweek - World - 5 hours ago

The Kremlin relishes in the U.S.-Russia diesel deal and Trump's criticism of Zelensky

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky says Russia is still striking Ukraine's energy facilities despite President Trump's claim of an energy ceasefire.

Los Angeles Times - US News - 5 hours ago

Ukraine takes aim at Russia's digital infrastructure

In recent days, Ukraine has hit several Russian data centers belonging to Russian technology giant Yandex, thereby interrupting online services — and possibly affecting Russian misinformation campaigns.

Deutsche Welle - World - 6 hours ago

The Kremlin relishes in the US-Russia diesel deal and Trump's criticism of Zelenskyy

A deal between Moscow and Washington over exports of Russian diesel and fresh U.S. criticism of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy mark important political victories for the Kremlin. While the …

Bay to Bay News - US News - 6 hours ago

Bivol to defend light-heavy titles against Britain's Smith in Russia on Dec 12

LONDON, Oct 12 : Russia's light-heavyweight world champion Dmitry Bivol will defend his titles against Britain's Callum Smith in Yekaterinburg on December 12, Matchroom Boxing said on Monday.Bivol, 35, holds the WBA, WBO, IBF and Ring Magazine titles while Liverpool-born Smith, 36, holds the WBO's interim bel

Channel NewsAsia - Sports - 6 hours ago

Russia was not ready for the data center war it started with Ukraine

Russian bloggers warn Russia’s hyper-centralized digital economy is vulnerable.

Ars Technica - Technology - 6 hours ago

'Putin does not read Truth Social': Zelensky says Russia broke energy ceasefire

Russia has violated an energy ceasefire announced by U.S. President Donald Trump, Ukrainian leader Volodymyr Zelensky said on Monday, urging Washington to step in to ensure that Moscow abided by the terms of the putative agreement.

The Globe and Mail - Top Stories - 8 hours ago

Trump defends Russia diesel deal: 'I made the right choice'

Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said that the U.S. easing sanctions on Moscow "plays into Russia's hands."

CNBC - Top Stories - 8 hours ago

Zelenskiy blames Russia for breaking 'energy ceasefire'

Zelenskiy says Russia continues to strike Ukraine’s power facilities despite Trump’s ‘energy ceasefire’ announcement

Irish Times - World - 8 hours ago

Russia strikes Ukraine's energy facilities, Zelensky says, despite Trump's ceasefire

Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov wouldn’t say whether Russia had agreed to such a ceasefire, saying only: ‘Contacts are ongoing’

The Globe and Mail - World - 8 hours ago

Trump's squeeze on Ukraine exposes Europe's strategic weakness

EU leaders are confronted with the limits of their own support for Ukraine as Washington pressures Kyiv

Irish Times - World - 8 hours ago

Zelenskyy says Russia strikes energy facilities despite Trump claim of an energy ceasefire

KYIV, Ukraine — Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Monday that Russia has continued to strike Ukraine's energy facilities even after U.S. President Donald Trump said a day earlier that

The Columbian - Top Stories - 8 hours ago

Here's what Trump's latest U-turn really means for Russia and Ukraine

Washington’s diesel waiver sidelines Ukraine. Will Trump now curb intelligence assistance to pressure Kiev?

Russia Today - World - 15 hours ago

Risk of Major Attack by Russia Relatively Low, Says NATO's Top Commander

Alexus Grynkewich will be delivering a speech at Warsaw Security Forum, which brings together senior figures to discuss European and transatlantic security.

Epoch Times - Top Stories - 8 hours ago

'Trump never cared about us': Ukraine smarts at U.S. pressure and deal with Putin

The president left Kyiv and its allies reeling with a deal to buy Russian diesel that reversed years of American sanctions.

NBC News - World - 9 hours ago

British Prime Minister Says Russia Meddled in 2016 Referendum on Leaving EU

British Prime Minister Andy Burnham said he also wanted voters in Germany and France to understand that Russia was seeking to interfere in their politics.

Epoch Times - World - 10 hours ago

Trump Announces Ukraine-Russia Ceasefire on Energy Infrastructure Strikes… Zelensky Offers Elections

U.S. President Donald Trump has announced that Ukraine and Russia have agreed to a ceasefire on attacking each other's energy industries.

Breitbart - World - 10 hours ago

Can South Korea and Ukraine resolve their diplomatic spat?

Seoul and Kyiv are trading accusations after the transfer of two North Korean POWs to South Korea. The South insists the move was to be kept secret as it seeks to avoid antagonizing Pyongyang.

Deutsche Welle - World - 11 hours ago

Russia-Ukraine war: Zelenskyy says Moscow struck energy facilities despite Trump's energy truce

There is cautious optimism - but some confusion too - nearly a day after US President Donald Trump announced an energy ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine. Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has accused Moscow of violating the truce, hours after its announcement, with Kyiv reporting strikes on energy facilities.

Channel NewsAsia - World - 11 hours ago

Ukraine reports Russian strikes despite Trump 'ceasefire'

Less than 24 hours after Donald Trump announced an "energy ceasefire," Ukraine reported Russian strikes on the northeastern city of Kharkiv. The Kremlin says it would only consider a one-day ceasefire for an election.

Deutsche Welle - World - 11 hours ago

Power outages in Ukraine as strikes continue despite Trump 'energy ceasefire' claim

Widespread power outages have struck multiple regions in Ukraine following a barrage of Russian missile and drone attacks, directly challenging U.S. President Donald Trump’s assertions of an...

International The News - World - 11 hours ago

Fuel to the fire -- Zelensky says Russia still striking energy facilities despite Trump declaration of energy ceasefire

Ukrainian President Zelensky said that Russia has continued to strike Ukraine’s energy facilities even after President Trump said that the warring countries had agreed on an energy ceasefire.

New York Post - Top Stories - 11 hours ago

GREGG JARRETT: Trump was framed by the Russia collusion hoax. Now the whole story is exposed

Hillary Clinton allegedly approved a scheme to frame Trump using a phony Christopher Steele dossier, then funneled it to the FBI, CIA and DOJ.

Fox News - Top Stories - 11 hours ago

Trump says Ukraine should get a new president as he blames Zelensky for US diesel prices

Trump suggests President Volodymyr Zelensky hasn’t done enough to end the war with Russia.

Boston Globe - Politics - 11 hours ago

Zelenskyy accuses Russia of violating Trump's energy ceasefire as drone attacks continue

If Russia doesn't agree to Trump's energy ceasefire, Ukraine will respond, Zelenskyy said Monday morning.

CNBC - Politics - 12 hours ago

Putin would only stop attacks on Ukraine election day

TEHRAN, Oct. 12 (MNA) – Russian President Vladimir Putin is ready to halt strikes on Ukraine on voting day if Kyiv “genuinely wants to hold election,” Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov said Monday.

Mehr News Agency - Top Stories - 12 hours ago

Zelensky not a 'good ally' – Trump adviser

Vladimir Zelensky is no longer a “good ally” as his strikes on Russian refineries undermine US President Donald Trump’s efforts to lower diesel prices, adviser Alex Bruesewitz says

Russia Today - World - 12 hours ago

Trump Declared an Energy Ceasefire Between Ukraine and Russia. Kyiv Says Moscow is Not Abiding By It.

"There were ​Russian violations of the energy ceasefire announced by President Trump," Volodymyr Zelenskyy said.

International Business Times - World - 12 hours ago

Oil Stuck Between Middle East Escalation and Russia-Ukraine Energy Truce

Oil slipped Monday as Trump's Russia-Ukraine energy ceasefire outweighed Houthi attacks on Riyadh's airport, with Brent near $104 and WTI at $91.

OilPrice.com - Business - 13 hours ago

Smith to fight champion Bivol in Russia

Britain's Callum Smith will face Dmitry Bivol for the unified world light-heavyweight championship in Russia on 12 December.

BBC News - Sports - 13 hours ago

Ukraine backs Trump's energy 'ceasefire'. But is Russia on board?

Kyiv says it supports the proposal despite being blindsided, while Moscow’s silence casts doubt on whether a truce is viable

Irish Times - World - 13 hours ago

Russia rejects Ukraine's 60-day ceasefire proposal with different 'peace' vision

Russia has rejected a 60-day ceasefire idea proposed by Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelenskyy meant to allow his country to hold a presidential election. Speaking to ABC’s This Week on...

International The News - Top Stories - 13 hours ago

UK PM accuses Russia of Brexit meddling (VIDEO)

UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham claims that Russia interfered in the 2016 Brexit referendum, citing an intelligence briefing

Russia Today - World - 13 hours ago

Trump's energy truce claim baffles Kyiv as Russian strikes continue

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Monday that Russia continues to strike Ukraine's energy facilities, despite President Donald Trump's...

Daily Sabah - World - 13 hours ago

Trump Says Russia And Ukraine Agree To 'Energy Ceasefire' But Kyiv Says Attacks Continue

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Russia was still hitting energy infrastructure in Kyiv and in the city of Kharkiv.

Huffington Post - Top Stories - 14 hours ago

Concerns rise amid suspected pneumonic plague in Russia

Dr. Marc Siegel joins Trey Gowdy to discuss a suspected deadly pneumonic plague in Russia. He also shares details about his upcoming book 'The Angels Among Us' and the healing power of prayer.

Fox News - Health - 14 hours ago

EU top diplomat says will welcome Ukraine energy truce 'when it holds'

BRUSSELS: EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas said on Monday (Oct 12) the bloc would welcome a truce on striking energy infrastructure between Ukraine and Russia "when it holds", after US President Donald Trump announced

Channel NewsAsia - World - 15 hours ago

Trump claims Russia and Ukraine agree to energy ceasefire, but Kyiv says strikes continue

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Monday that he “didn’t know about it. We learned from the media.” The Kremlin said that ”contacts are ongoing”

NBC News - World - 16 hours ago

'You're Russian now': Ukrainians raised in Crimea share how Russia trained them to become future soldiers -- Aloysius Wong

Three Ukrainians who grew up in occupied Crimea describe how Russia trained them to become future soldiers for its war on Ukraine, including school classes on how to handle weapons — part of a larger pattern of Russian indoctrination of children that has raised alarm in the international community.

CBC News - World - 16 hours ago

Trump claims Ukraine-Russia energy ceasefire as Baltics stay on alert

Donald Trump says Russia and Ukraine have agreed an energy ceasefire. Volodymyr Zelenskyy says it was news to him. As he addresses the Warsaw Security Forum, we hear from Latvia's FM Baiba Braže, Doha after a deadly Riyadh airport attack, and France's debt fears.

Euronews - World - 17 hours ago

Trump's energy ceasefire is unfair to Ukraine but could it bring something better?

A comprehensive energy ceasefire beyond oil refineries could perhaps follow and open the way to a full ceasefire before winter

Irish Times - World - 17 hours ago

Zelensky backs Trump's 'energy ceasefire' but says Russia continues to hit power plants

Ukraine's leader says he will support such a truce if Moscow does, after initially expressing surprise at Donald Trump's announcement.

BBC News - Business - 18 hours ago

Putin aide urges Musk to start building Russia-US tunnel

Russian presidential aide Kirill Dmitriev has urged Elon Musk to participate in building a proposed 70-mile tunnel under the Bering Strait linking Russia and the US

Russia Today - US News - 18 hours ago

Trump says Russia, Ukraine agree on 'energy ceasefire'

TEHRAN, Oct. 12 (MNA) – Russia and Ukraine have agreed to cease attacks on energy facilities, according to US President Donald Trump.

Mehr News Agency - World - 18 hours ago

Trump 'really mad' at Zelensky – media

Washington has reportedly threatened to cut off arms sales and intelligence sharing unless Kiev stops attacking Russian oil refineries

Russia Today - World - 18 hours ago

Asian shares are mixed and oil prices fall about $1.50 as Trump says US will buy diesel from Russia

Asian shares are mixed and oil prices have fallen about $1.50 a barrel as U.S. President Donald Trump's plan to purchase diesel from Russia draws criticism from some lawmakers. South Korea's Kospi …

Bay to Bay News - World - 19 hours ago

US Republicans, Democrats want Trump to reverse course on Russia diesel

Donald Trump's administration failed to consult with Congress or submit any explanation of its decision, something required by law, seven senators said.

Channel NewsAsia - World - 21 hours ago

Carney condemns U.S.-Russia diesel deal, thanks Trump for ceasefire efforts

Deal calls for Russia to immediately supply 300,000 tonnes of diesel to U.S. and global markets, with more to be released in the weeks to come

The Globe and Mail - Top Stories - 21 hours ago

Trump's Russia-Ukraine Energy Ceasefire May Only Cover Oil Refineries

Trump's proposed Russia-Ukraine energy ceasefire appears limited to oil refineries, with Moscow yet to agree and Russian attacks on Ukrainian power infrastructure continuing.

OilPrice.com - Business - 23 hours ago

Trump announces Ukraine-Russia 'energy ceasefire', catching Zelenskyy by surprise

Hours after the US president's announcement, Ukraine reported that several power stations had been hit by Russian strikes.

SBS - World - 23 hours ago

German opposition demands Trump-style diesel deal with Russia

AfD and BSW have called for a diesel deal with Russia modeled on US President Donald Trump’s agreement with Moscow, challenging Berlin’s sanctions policy as soaring fuel prices put further pressure on Europe’s largest economy

Russia Today - World - 1 day ago

UK PM Burnham says Russia interfered in 2016 Brexit vote

Russia has previously denied meddling in the Brexit vote, casting Britain as gripped by anti-Russian hysteria.

Channel NewsAsia - World - 1 day ago

Trump declares Ukraine war 'energy ceasefire'; Zelenskyy is waiting for details

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said he is waiting on details from Washington.

CNBC - US News - 1 day ago

Watch: What's behind Trump's energy ceasefire claim? -- The US president made the announcement in a social media post, which was an apparent surprise to Ukraine and Russia is yet to comment.

The US president made the announcement in a social media post, which was an apparent surprise to Ukraine and Russia is yet to comment.

BBC News - US News - 1 day ago

Ukraine strikes Yandex data centre in third attack on Russian tech giant

It is the third time this week that Ukraine has targeted Russian tech giant Yandex, forcing the company to suspend its operations.

BBC News - Technology - 1 day ago

Zelenskyy says Russia violated energy truce announced by Trump

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy had pushed for a 60-day full ceasefire.

Aljazeera - US News - 1 day ago

'Do not break it': Ukraine backs 'energy ceasefire' after Trump declares surprise deal is done

But the president’s announcement was followed within hours by Russian strikes on a power plant in eastern Ukraine and other targets, while there was silence from the Kremlin on whether it would agree to a truce.

Sydney Morning Herald - World - 1 day ago

Republican senator says Trump diesel agreement with Russia may be illegal

US President Trump's bid to bring down diesel prices by easing sanctions on Russia prompts rare Republican criticism.

Aljazeera - US News - 1 day ago

Trump says Russia and Ukraine have agreed to 'energy ceasefire'

Volodymyr Zelensky said it was ‘news for me’ but that Ukraine would agree if Russia did.

Evening Standard - Politics - 1 day ago

Trump says Russia and Ukraine agree to an 'energy ceasefire' but Kyiv says attacks continue

U.S. President Donald Trump says Russia and Ukraine had agreed to an “energy ceasefire” in the 4 1/2-year-old war, but he offered no details on it and Kyiv reported continued

Lancaster Online - Business - 1 day ago

Russia, Ukraine reach energy cease-fire 'effective immediately,' Trump reveals — catching Kyiv off-guard

President Trump announced Sunday that Russia and Ukraine have reached an energy cease-fire days after he roiled Kyiv by unveiling a diesel purchasing deal with Moscow.

New York Post - World - 1 day ago

Trump announces Russia-Ukraine 'energy ceasefire,' which Zelenskyy says he hasn't seen but supports -- News

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said he has discussed the possibility of an energy ceasefire with Russia with Prime Minister Mark Carney, Finnish President Alex Stubb and NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte but is waiting for more information from the United States.

CBC News - World - 1 day ago

Trump says "energy ceasefire" reached between Russia, Ukraine

WASHINGTON: U.S. President Donald Trump said on Sunday that Russia and Ukraine had agreed to what he called an energy ceasefire. Trump wrote on h...

Peninsula Qatar - US News - 1 day ago

Trump says Russia and Ukraine reach 'energy ceasefire' but gives no details

President Trump says Russia and Ukraine have agreed to an 'energy ceasefire,' though details are unclear.

Los Angeles Times - US News - 1 day ago

Russia and Ukraine reach energy ceasefire, Trump says

U.S. President’s brief social media post said only that the ceasefire took effect immediately

The Globe and Mail - World - 1 day ago

Trump announces partial ceasefire in Ukraine war, but Zelenskiy says deal is 'news to me'

Kyiv says Russia still bombing Ukraine on Sunday, with several energy sites damaged

Irish Times - World - 1 day ago

How Russia turned sanctions into a diesel deal

Donald Trump has struck a deal to import hundreds of thousands of tons of Russian diesel into the US. The deal has angered Ukraine's president, who is calling it a gift to Putin and the Kremlin's war machine.

Deutsche Welle - Business - 1 day ago

Trump Claims Ukraine And Russia Have Reached An Energy Ceasefire. Zelensky Says He Was Unaware Of Any Deal.

The president said that an "energy ceasefire" between Russia and Ukraine has come into immediate effect. Zelensky responded by saying it was "news" to him.

International Business Times - World - 1 day ago

Trump: Russia and Ukraine Agree to 'Energy Ceasefire'

The announcement was made after Trump reached a deal with Putin on Oct. 9 to supply diesel to the U.S. and global markets.

Epoch Times - Top Stories - 1 day ago

Ukraine will hold elections if Russia agrees to 60-day ceasefire, Zelensky says

Trump criticized Zelensky for attacking Russian oil refineries after the U.S. temporarily lifted sanctions on Russian fuel

The Globe and Mail - World - 1 day ago

U.S. Pressures Zelensky To Halt Strikes On Russian Oil Infrastructure. He Says Ukraine Will Stop When Russia Does.

The day after Trump said that Ukraine needed a new leader, Zelensky declared that he would be willing to de-escalate with Russia if the Kremlin showed the same willingness.

International Business Times - World - 1 day ago

Can diesel prices fall after Trump-Russia deal?

Upcoming midterm elections in the U.S. stand as a main reason behind the Trump administration's sudden announcement that Russian diesel would be...

Daily Sabah - Business - 1 day ago

Trump tells Ukraine to replace Zelenskyy in Russia diesel deal spat

U.S. President Donald Trump on Saturday called for Ukraine to 'get a new leader' following Volodymyr Zelenskyy's criticism of Washington’s decision...

Daily Sabah - World - 1 day ago

Trump says Ukraine should get a new president, blaming Zelenskyy for gas prices

Ukrainian and European officials on Saturday reacted to Trump's Russian diesel deal with dismay, saying it will help pay for Putin's war efforts.

CNBC - Politics - 1 day ago

AI, drones and destruction: New face of Russia-Ukraine war

The Russia-Ukraine war is redefining modern warfare, as AI, drones and data reshape the foundations of military power

Daily Sabah - Opinion - 1 day ago

Putin offers help to end Iran war while Russia continues its own - The Russian president met Pezeshkian in Turkmenistan and pledged to do "everything in our power" to end the ongoing war between the US and Iran, despite Russia not being among the official mediators. 09/10/2026

The Russian president met Pezeshkian in Turkmenistan and pledged to do “everything in our power” to end the ongoing war between the US and Iran, despite Russia not being among the official mediators.

Euronews - World - 1 day ago

'It's Time for Ukraine to Get a New President,' Trump Says

The U.S. president has repeatedly called for Ukraine to stop targeting Russian oil refineries in recent weeks.

Epoch Times - US News - 2 days ago

Trump Suggests Ukraine Remove Zelensky and Replace Him With Leader 'Who Can Make a Deal'

U.S. President Donald Trump suggested that Ukraine should consider replacing President Volodymyr Zelensky to end the war with Russia.

Breitbart - World - 2 days ago

Iran, Russia officials discuss oil exploration in Caspian Sea

TEHRAN, Oct. 10 (MNA) – In a meeting with Iran's ambassador to Russia, the CEO of the Caspian Oil Company highlighted the potential for expanding exploration activities and developing hydrocarbon structures in the southern basin of Caspian Sea.

Mehr News Agency - Business - 2 days ago

Trump promised to end the Russia-Ukraine war in a day. Now he's funding it

After nearly two years back in power Trump has not only failed to end the war, he has now committed to funding it.

Sydney Morning Herald - Opinion - 2 days ago

Trump Says Ukraine Should 'Get A New Leader' As He Blames Zelenskyy For Diesel Prices

Three children were among those killed when Russian aerial bombs hit residential buildings in Zaporizhzhia.

Huffington Post - World - 2 days ago

Russia Agrees to Supply US With Diesel, Trump Says

The deal includes immediate shipments to supply the strained global market.

Epoch Times - US News - 3 days ago

Trump's diesel agreement with Putin accused of contradicting Russia sanctions law

Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said in a searing statement that the U.S. easing sanctions on Moscow "plays into Russia's hands."

CNBC - Politics - 3 days ago

Trump eases Russia sanctions, says Putin will release diesel as prices spike

Escalations in the Russia-Ukraine war have caused diesel costs to spike this fall, repeatedly setting all-time records.

NBC News - World - 3 days ago

Fire rages at Yandex data centre after Ukraine drone attack - A Yandex data centre in Russia's Ryazan region caught fire and was taken offline after what the company said was a Ukrainian drone attack. 08/10/2026

Video. A Yandex data centre in Russia’s Ryazan region caught fire and was taken offline after what the company said was a Ukrainian drone attack.

Euronews - World - 3 days ago

Kyiv open to dialogue with South Korea after it recalls ambassador - Kyiv says it is open to "constructive dialogue" with Seoul despite its decision to recall its ambassador. South Korea's decision comes just days after its president threatened to take punitive action against Zelenskyy's violation of the non-disclosure agreement. 09/10/2026

Kyiv says it is open to “constructive dialogue” with Seoul despite its decision to recall its ambassador. South Korea’s decision comes just days after its president threatened to take punitive action against Zelenskyy’s violation of the non-disclosure agreement.

Euronews - World - 3 days ago

Iran and Russia used ChatGPT for propaganda by 'fake journalists', OpenAI says

The American tech giant said it banned Russian and Iranian accounts that had been using ChatGPT models to generate content and fake journalist personas to spread false narratives about the conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East and sow division.

Euronews - Environment - 3 days ago

Tens Died in Ukraine in a New Russian Attacks. Zelenskyy is Accusing The U.S. of 'Unwillingness' to Help.

"Open ​Starlink for Ukraine. You did open it when you were responding to Iran," Zelenskyy said.

International Business Times - World - 3 days ago

Ukraine intensifies drone strikes on data centers of Russia's Yandex

Ukraine struck and partly disabled a data center operated by Russian technology company Yandex on Friday, a day after it hit a similar but more significant...

Daily Sabah - Technology - 3 days ago

South Korea recalls ambassador to Ukraine in North Korean prisoner row - Seoul said Kyiv's public disclosure of the repatriation of two North Korean prisoners endangered their families in North Korea, where relatives of those who fall into enemy hands face punishment. Ukraine has rejected South Korea's accusations. 08/10/2026

Seoul said Kyiv's public disclosure of the repatriation of two North Korean prisoners endangered their families in North Korea, where relatives of those who fall into enemy hands face punishment. Ukraine has rejected South Korea's accusations.

Euronews - World - 3 days ago

WHO wants more answers from Russia about lab worker's death, as pneumonic plague concerns linger -- Jamey Keaten

A top official with the World Health Organization said Wednesday the UN health agency doesn't know how a lab worker in Siberia died amid concerns about plague, and is urging Russia to provide more information.

CBC News - Health - 4 days ago

South Korea Recalls Envoy to Ukraine After Being Accused of Shipping Fuel to Russia

South Korea announced it would recall its envoy to Ukraine because it did not apologize enough revealing a transfer of North Korean soldiers.

Breitbart - World - 4 days ago

Drone hits data center of Russia's 'Google' in 1st for Ukraine war

Drones hit a data center owned by Russia's Yandex, the country's leading AI and technology company said on Thursday, ⁠in the first major attack...

Daily Sabah - Technology - 4 days ago

Tedros Says Russia Not Giving W.H.O. 'Full Picture' of Suspected Plague Situation

W.H.O. Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreysus said his agency has no evidence of any outbreak of plague in northeastern Russia.

Breitbart - World - 4 days ago

Russia dismisses transparency calls amid reports of second plague case - Rospotrebnadzor said nearly 5,000 tests found no dangerous pathogens and saw "no epidemic risk," while the Kremlin called most media reporting "false" and said it had no knowledge of a US demarche formally requesting additional information. 07/10/2026

Rospotrebnadzor said nearly 5,000 tests found no dangerous pathogens and saw "no epidemic risk," while the Kremlin called most media reporting "false" and said it had no knowledge of a US demarche formally requesting additional information.

Euronews - World - 4 days ago

Trump to talk plague with Putin as Russia plays down fears of outbreak - The Kremlin welcomed the offer while Russia's health watchdog shot back that Moscow was "ready to assist the US in tackling infectious disease outbreaks" as the WHO asked Russia for additional information. 07/10/2026

The Kremlin welcomed the offer while Russia's health watchdog shot back that Moscow was "ready to assist the US in tackling infectious disease outbreaks" as the WHO asked Russia for additional information.

Euronews - World - 4 days ago

Ukraine is not likely to go offline despite attacks

As Russia targets Ukraine's data centers more and more, experts say the country's internet system is too robust to shut down entirely. However, services could become more expensive.

Deutsche Welle - Science - 4 days ago

What to know about pneumonic plague after woman in Russia dies from mysterious illness

Key details are unknown, including whether the woman, who worked at a lab in Siberia, was infected with plague at all.

NBC News - Health - 4 days ago

Trump doesn't think Russia plague incident is bioweapon, plans Putin call Wednesday

Nearly 200 people were placed under medical observation earlier this week in Russia's Irkutsk region in eastern Siberia over suspected exposure to plague.

CNBC - Health - 5 days ago

How exactly did a lab worker in Russia die in plague case? Official says WHO doesn't know

A top official with the World Health Organization said Wednesday the UN health agency doesn’t know how a lab employee in Siberia died amid concerns about plague, and she called on Russia to provide more information.

CTV News - Health - 5 days ago

Russia denies plague death but quarantines 200 without explanation - Rospotrebnadzor said Darya Shipilova, 28, died of "pneumonia of unknown aetiology" with no links to her work at the Irkutsk Anti-Plague Institute, but imposed quarantine on her contacts, confined 60 colleagues inside the facility and restricted access to hospitals including a maternity ward. 06/10/2026

Rospotrebnadzor said Darya Shipilova, 28, died of "pneumonia of unknown aetiology" with no links to her work at the Irkutsk Anti-Plague Institute, but imposed quarantine on her contacts, confined 60 colleagues inside the facility and restricted access to hospitals including a maternity ward.

Euronews - World - 5 days ago

Russia pushes back on plague death reports, defends WHO notification

On Wednesday, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said that Russia informed the World Health Organization about the death of a laboratory worker at a Siberian plague research facility that occurred last...

International The News - Health - 5 days ago

Russia plague death: Still only 'limited information' — ECDC

After a worker at a Russian plague research institute in Siberia died October 2, 2026, nearly 200 of her contacts were under medical observation. But authorities there denied pneumonic plague had caused the death.

Deutsche Welle - Health - 5 days ago

Are Europe and Russia Slow-Walking to World War III?

Dangerous rhetoric has been escalating on both sides for some time now.

The Nation - World - 5 days ago

WHO deems Russia plague risk 'low' following lab technician's fatal illness

Following the recent laboratory fatality in Siberia, the World Health Organization has stated that the overall risk of a plague epidemic in Russia remains low.WHO statement follows the death of 28...

International The News - Health - 5 days ago

What to know about plague amid reports of Russian lab worker's death -- Reports of a lab worker dying in Russia after allegedly being exposed to plague have raised concerns, even as the WHO says the public health risk is low.

Reports of a lab worker dying in Russia after allegedly being exposed to plague have raised concerns, even as the WHO says the public health risk is low.

CBS News - Health - 6 days ago

Russia denies lab worker died of plague as quarantine stays in place - Rospotrebnadzor said tests found no pathogen linked to the deceased lab worker's work at the Irkutsk anti-plague institute, but more than 60 colleagues remained isolated inside the building and several hospitals stayed closed without explanation. 05/10/2026

Rospotrebnadzor said tests found no pathogen linked to the deceased lab worker's work at the Irkutsk anti-plague institute, but more than 60 colleagues remained isolated inside the building and several hospitals stayed closed without explanation.

Euronews - World - 6 days ago

Russia plague quarantine following lab death: Should we be worried?

Plague is still endemic to Siberia, the location of the first known prehistoric human outbreak.

Aljazeera - Science - 6 days ago

Russia hits Kyiv as Merz visits; Bolsonaro wins Brazil's first round - German Chancellor Friedrich Merz's visit to Ukraine was met with Russian missiles as he pledged €1.3 billion to Kyiv. In Iran, the country's deputy foreign minister says Washington is reviewing Tehran's proposal to end the war. And in Brazil, Bolsonaro wins Brazil's first round election. 05/10/2026

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz's visit to Ukraine was met with Russian missiles as he pledged €1.3 billion to Kyiv. In Iran, the country's deputy foreign minister says Washington is reviewing Tehran’s proposal to end the war. And in Brazil, Bolsonaro wins Brazil's first round election.

Euronews - World - 6 days ago

Trump offers U.S. help to Russia after plague death; WHO assesses the situation as low risk

WHO said it was in contact with Russian authorities, and has offered support if needed, while assessing the risk to the general public as low based on available information.

CNBC - Health - 6 days ago

Russia hospitalizes almost 200 people after death from plague: Reports

Nearly 200 people are under medical observation in Russia’s Irkutsk region over suspected exposure to plague, according to local media reports.

CNBC - Health - 7 days ago

Russia leads world in cat ownership — yet has 2.8 million strays - Nearly 59% of Russian households own at least one cat, the highest rate globally, but the 2022 mobilisation order left hundreds of thousands of animals abandoned when owners fled the country or were sent to the front in Ukraine. Up to 98% of Russia's stray cats and dogs were once domestic pets. 03/10/2026

Nearly 59% of Russian households own at least one cat, the highest rate globally, but the 2022 mobilisation order left hundreds of thousands of animals abandoned when owners fled the country or were sent to the front in Ukraine. Up to 98% of Russia's stray cats and dogs were once domestic pets.

Euronews - World - 7 days ago

Iran national football team loses to Russia in friendly match

TEHRAN, Sep. 30 (MNA) – Iran's national men's football team was defeated by Russia 2-0 in a friendly match on Tuesday.

Mehr News Agency - Sports - 13 days ago

New North Korea bridges build on strong China, Russia ties

Two recently opened bridges are expected to ease trade and transport between North Korea and its powerful neighbors. The new connections come as Pyongyang builds strategic ties with China and Russia.

Deutsche Welle - Business - 13 days ago

Zelenskyy Warns Russia Wants to Widen War Beyond Ukraine

Russian drones killed at least four in Ukraine overnight as Zelenskyy says Moscow plans $12 billion for jet-powered drones and Trump urges a deal.

OilPrice.com - World - 14 days ago

Trump and the chain of setbacks in Iran, China and Russia

TEHRAN, Sep. 27 (MNA) – Contrary to the image Donald Trump has tried to project of American power and influence in the world, recent days have been marked, for him, by a series of setbacks.

Mehr News Agency - Opinion - 15 days ago

Sweeping Russia-Iran Sanctions Bill Advances Toward House Vote

The House has cleared a procedural path toward a final vote on sweeping Russia and Iran sanctions legislation that would give President Donald Trump authority to impose tariffs of up to 100% on major buyers of Russian energy.

OilPrice.com - World - 26 days ago

Europe -- 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

Russia hits Kyiv after fighting hiatus ends

At least 2 people in Kyiv were killed after a Russian strike on the Ukrainian capital, ending the pause in attacks during the visit by U.S. envoys.

UPI - Top Stories - 1 month ago

Russia resumes heavy strikes on Ukraine after US envoy departure

ALBAWABA - Explosion rocked the Ukrainian capital Kyiv on early Tuesday as Russia resumed its war after a three-day halt for US envoy visit.Putin had ea

Albawaba - Top Stories - 1 month ago

6th day of Russian strikes in, around Ukraine capital Kyiv kill 12

At least 12 people were killed and several more wounded Tuesday when Russia struck Kyiv and the surrounding region for the ⁠sixth consecutive day....

Daily Sabah - World - 1 month ago

Inside India newsletter: U.S., Russia vie for a bigger slice of the world's third-largest energy market

U.S. and Russia are competing to assert dominance in the world's third largest energy market.

CNBC - World - 1 month ago

Türkiye's diesel imports from US, India hit record high after Russia ban

Türkiye increased its imports ⁠of diesel from the United States and India in August to record levels, shipping data showed, as a ​Russian ban on...

Daily Sabah - Business - 1 month ago

Ukraine at 35: Independence tested by resilience

On August 24, Ukraine marks the 35th anniversary of the restoration of its independence. For Ukrainians, this is far more than a commemorative date. O...

Peninsula Qatar - Opinion - 1 month 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 - 2 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 - 6 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 - 6 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 - 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