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Russian Strikes Kill 8 In Ukraine As Putin Warns Europe Against Sending Troops

Putin, speaking to reporters at the BRICS summit in India on Friday, said that if European governments send troops into Ukraine, it will mean “a war with Russia.”

Huffington Post - Top Stories - 5 minutes ago

Deadly Russian strikes hit Ukraine after Putin's warning to European leaders -- Volodymyr Yurchuk -- News

Russian strikes killed three civilians and wounded dozens in Ukraine, local officials said Saturday, after Russian President Vladimir Putin warned that sending European troops into Ukraine would amount to direct conflict with Russia.

CBC News - World - 33 minutes ago

Ukraine strikes Russian refineries as Odesa ports targeted

Russia’s Defense Ministry said that its forces struck power substations in Odesa and Mykolaiv that support port infrastructure in the regions. Railway infrastructure in western Ukraine used to transport military cargo from European countries was also targeted, Russia said.

Stars and Stripes - Top Stories - 2 hours ago

Putin warns Europe against sending troops to Ukraine -- Russian President Vladimir Putin warned that sending European troops into Ukraine would amount to direct conflict with Russia. -- Sep 12

Russian President Vladimir Putin warned that sending European troops into Ukraine would amount to direct conflict with Russia.

CBS News - World - 2 hours ago

Poland, Ukraine accuse Russia of 'escalation' after strikes near border

Western officials including ex-UK PM Boris Johnson were nearby when Russia hit a train at the Poland-Ukraine border.

Aljazeera - Top Stories - 2 hours ago

Russian drone hits train near Ukraine-Poland border shortly after visiting diplomats pass through

The former British Prime Minister Boris Johnson and other European diplomats were on the train

The Globe and Mail - World - 2 hours ago

Russian drone hits train near Ukraine-Poland border shortly after one carrying 2 ex-world leaders

A Russian drone struck a train near the Ukraine-Poland border shortly after senior visiting officials, including the former prime ministers of the U.K. and Sweden, passed through.

Los Angeles Times - World - 3 hours ago

Trump calls on Ukraine to halt strikes on Russian diesel

KYIV, Ukraine — U.S. President Donald Trump on Sunday called on Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to halt strikes on Russian diesel, saying the attacks are causing a global shortage. He spoke af

The Columbian - Top Stories - 5 hours ago

Former British PM Boris Johnson Evacuated From Ukraine Train After Russia Drone Strike: Reports

Boris Johnson was reportedly forced to evacuate from his train travelling in Ukraine after the rail line was hit in a Russian drone strike.

Breitbart - World - 6 hours ago

Trump tells Ukraine to stop targeting Russian diesel amid record US fuel prices

US President Donald Trump has urged Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky to stop attacking Russia’s diesel infrastructure, claiming the strikes are contributing to a global fuel...

International The News - Top Stories - 6 hours ago

Trump blames Ukraine for diesel fuel price spike, urges Zelensky to stop hitting Russian refineries

Kyiv says the long-range strikes against Russia's oil and gas funds and directly fuels Moscow's invasion of its neighbor.

New York Post - Politics - 7 hours ago

Trump Calls on Ukraine to Halt Strikes on Russian Diesel, Saying Attacks Causing Shortage

U.S. President Donald Trump called on Zelenskyy to halt strikes on Russian diesel, saying the attacks are causing a fuel shortage.

Breitbart - Politics - 8 hours ago

World Athletics' Russia stance remains unchanged, Sebastian Coe says

World’s Athletics President Sebastian Coe reportedly says the administrative viewpoint on sanctions imposed on Russia will not change. According to Coe, athletes from Russia and Belarus have...

International The News - Sports - 9 hours ago

Trump calls on Zelenskyy to halt Ukraine strikes on Russian diesel, saying attacks are causing a shortage

Trump calls on Zelenskyy to halt Ukraine strikes on Russian diesel, saying attacks are causing a shortage.

Bay to Bay News - World - 10 hours ago

Ukraine, Poland say Russia hit Warsaw-bound passenger train

The strike hit a locomotive of a passenger train headed to Warsaw with reports that senior Western figures were at the station shortly before the attack.

Deutsche Welle - Top Stories - 11 hours ago

Kyiv Preparing for Resumption of Trilateral Talks in October, Senior Official Says

After last weekend’s meetings, all parties are expressing their willingness to resume the face-to-face peace negotiations.

Epoch Times - World - 11 hours ago

Russia hits Ukraine's military logistics – MOD (VIDEO)

Russia’s overnight strikes have hit a Nova Poshta logistics hub, power substations, and rail infrastructure used to move military cargo from Europe to Ukraine, the Defense Ministry has said

Russia Today - US News - 12 hours ago

Weekend of Russian airstrikes kills at least 10 across Ukraine

Russian airstrikes in several Ukrainian regions Saturday killed 10 people, injured dozens and damaged residential buildings and infrastructure, local...

Daily Sabah - Top Stories - 14 hours ago

Ukraine's Koval joins new team after Russia controversy

Ukrainian basketball player Kate Koval has been granted a transfer waiver to join Baylor University after leaving Lousiana State because they signed a Russian player.

BBC News - Sports - 15 hours ago

Russia expands nuclear team at Iran's Bushehr plant

TEHRAN, Sep. 13 (MNA) – Rosatom CEO Alexei Likhachev said 47 of the company's specialists have returned to the Bushehr nuclear power plant in Iran and Russia intends to raise that number to 150.

Mehr News Agency - Top Stories - 17 hours ago

European Countries Sending Troops to Ukraine Would Mean 'War With Russia,' Putin Warns

The warning was issued after Macron said a group of 26 countries pledged to deploy troops to Ukraine as a ’reassurance force' after the war.

Epoch Times - Top Stories - 23 hours ago

Russian strikes kill nine, injures dozens across Ukraine

Zelensky, writing on Telegram, said Russia had deployed nearly 500 drones against Ukrainian targets since early morning

The Globe and Mail - World - 1 day ago

Zelensky says he is willing to meet Putin at G20 in Miami

The Kremlin said it had not yet made a decision on whether Putin would attend the gathering of world leaders on December 14-15, and repeated the Russian leader’s demand that Zelensky come to Russia for talks.

CTV News - Top Stories - 1 day ago

US House to Vote on Russia Sanctions Bill Next Week

The Senate passed the bill in an 86–11 vote on Aug. 7, nearly a month after Sen. Lindsey Graham’s death.

Epoch Times - US News - 1 day ago

The US's "extremely frank" conversations with Putin and Zelensky

The G20 host country is trying to set up a meeting between Putin and Zelensky.

SBS - World - 1 day ago

Ukraine war latest: Putin warns Europe against sending troops to aid Kyiv

Lieutenant General Oleh Ivashchenko said morale is low and ‘nobody wants to fight’

Independent UK - Politics - 1 day ago

Iran bags US hardware, German voters revolt, and Zelensky survives a 160 km 'near-miss': RT stories that shaped the week

Iran-US strikes push oil above $100, AfD shocks Germany, Ukraine faces fresh corruption scandals and Russia-India ties deepen ahead of BRICS

Russia Today - US News - 1 day ago

Canada, Ukraine forge 100-year pact built on drones and defence -- Politics

Canada and Ukraine signed a sweeping 100-year partnership on Thursday that puts defence production at its core. Ottawa plans to build millions of drones, pairing Canadian firms with Ukraine's battle-tested industry, while expanding co-operation on counter-drone technology, munitions and AI. Canada also pledged new funding for air defence and energy security.

CBC News - Politics - 2 days ago

Russia open to Ukraine talks, expects trilateral meeting with US

Russia remains prepared for negotiations with Ukraine and expects a trilateral meeting involving the United States in the foreseeable future, Kremlin...

Daily Sabah - World - 2 days ago

India, Russia vow to boost ties when Modi, Putin meet in New Delhi

India said Friday that Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Russian President Vladimir Putin agreed to further strengthen the special relationship between...

Daily Sabah - World - 2 days ago

British man faces trial in UK over plot to sabotage drone factory for Russia

A British man accused of assisting Russian intelligence was prepared to set fire to a British drone factory to demonstrate his allegiance to Moscow.

Stars and Stripes - World - 2 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 - 2 days ago

Russia 'open to working with the whole world' – Putin

Moscow is ready to cooperate with partners across the globe and remains open to working with “the whole world,” the Russian president has said

Russia Today - US News - 2 days ago

BRICS 2026: India charts its own course between Russia and the West

The BRICS Summit puts India’s strategic autonomy to the test as New Delhi balances close ties with Russia against its Western partnerships

Russia Today - World - 2 days ago

Russia increasingly targets Kyiv gas stations to disrupt daily life

Russia targeted roadside gas stations in Kyiv for a second straight day Friday, as Moscow intensified its air campaign and sought to sow fear among...

Daily Sabah - World - 2 days ago

Putin's biggest Ukraine challenge? Kyiv spy chief reveals timeline

Russia-Ukraine war has been ongoing for more than four years with no resolution on the horizon despite the US-brokered efforts to initiate a peace deal. In the midst of escalating tension,...

International The News - World - 2 days ago

Canada and Ukraine sign 100-year defence deal

The Globe and Mail offers the most authoritative news in Canada, featuring national and international news

The Globe and Mail - Politics - 3 days ago

Canada, Ukraine sign 100-year agreement to work together on defence, energy, trade

Countries announce joint venture to produce uncrewed systems; Canada to provide drones, air defence interceptors, and millions in loan guarantees

The Globe and Mail - Business - 3 days ago

AK Party spox Çelik urges end to Ukraine war, return to Istanbul talks

The ruling Justice and Development Party (AK Party) spokesman Ömer Çelik called Thursday for an immediate end to the Russia-Ukraine war and a return to...

Daily Sabah - Politics - 3 days ago

Canada ready to support Russia-Ukraine ceasefire where U.S. can play 'decisive role': Carney

Speaking alongside Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Thursday, Prime Minister Mark Carney said a cessation of hostilities between Russia and Ukraine offers a possible 'shorter-term solution' to global issues around access to energy and agricultural goods.

CBC News - Politics - 3 days ago

Russia Strikes Moldova Border as Ukraine Hits Black Sea Port

Russian drone attacks killed two people at a Ukraine-Moldova border crossing and one in Kyiv as Ukraine struck military and oil infrastructure at Russia’s Black Sea port of Novorossiysk.

OilPrice.com - World - 3 days ago

Russia Is Targeting the Supply Chains That Feed Kyiv. Food Prices Could Be the Next Casualty.

Russian attacks have damaged or destroyed food warehouses serving several of Ukraine's largest supermarket chains, leaving partially empty shelves across the capital.

International Business Times - Business - 3 days ago

Ukraine Claims Successful Deep Strike on Russian Arctic Assets

Ukraine sent long-range drones deep into Russia’s Arctic north late on Wednesday to execute strikes against a host of key assets.

Breitbart - World - 3 days ago

Russia and North Korea open first road bridge across border - Russia and North Korea have opened their first road bridge across their shared border, linking the two countries over the Tumen River. 08/09/2026

Video. Russia and North Korea have opened their first road bridge across their shared border, linking the two countries over the Tumen River.

Euronews - World - 3 days ago

Trump predicts Iran war end, says Putin ready for Ukraine deal

U.S. President Donald Trump said Wednesday that the war with Iran could end immediately after the Nov. 3 midterm elections, while signaling possible...

Daily Sabah - World - 4 days ago

An End To The Russia-Ukraine War Could Lead To Renewed Washington-Moscow Ties, Kremlin Says

However, Russia has resumed intense strikes against Ukraine following visits from U.S. envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner to Moscow and Kyiv.

International Business Times - World - 4 days ago

Russia Built Civilians A Warning App For Drones, Then Blocked It

It's the latest perverse example of how Russian civilians are paying the cost for Putin’s special military operation.

Newsweek - World - 4 days ago

Putin meets with US envoys for renewed talks on ending the war in Ukraine -- The Associated Press

Russian President Vladimir Putin met with U.S. envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner to try to revive a push to end the Russia-Ukraine war.

Christian Science Monitor - Top Stories - 8 days ago

Trump, Putin speak after US envoys visit Moscow and Kyiv in new peace push

Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin held a one-hour call to discuss a Ukraine peace deal following visits by US envoys to Moscow and Kyiv.

New York Post - World - 5 days 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 - 5 days ago

At least 3 dead, 16 wounded in Russian attacks on Kyiv after meetings with Kushner, Witkoff

Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff's meetings appeared to produce no significant breakthrough as both countries resumed their deadly air war Tuesday.

New York Post - World - 5 days ago

Zelenskyy Says U.S. Is Exploring Russia-Ukraine De-escalation Steps. Moscow Is Striking Kyiv Again.

At least two people were killed on Tuesday as attacks against Ukraine resumed following the departure of top U.S. officials.

International Business Times - World - 5 days 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 - 5 days ago

Burnham issues statement on Ukraine after holding fresh Trump talks

The Prime Minister spoke to Mr Trump on Monday afternoon

Independent UK - Politics - 6 days ago

Will Trump succeed in restarting Russia-Ukraine peace talks?

The Witkoff-Kushner visit to Moscow and Kyiv did not produce a breakthrough, but it can help begin a new process.

Aljazeera - Opinion - 6 days ago

Trump Envoys Shuttle Between Moscow and Kyiv as U.S. Revives Ukraine Peace Push

The Trump administration has restarted its Ukraine peace effort, but there is still no public evidence that Russia has softened its core demands.

OilPrice.com - World - 6 days ago

Supply disruptions caused by wars in Ukraine and Iran have combined with the threat of a severe El Nino weather pattern.

Global food prices are climbing as the effects of climate change and conflict collide. Supply disruptions caused by wars in Ukraine and Iran are combining with the threat of a severe El Nino weather pattern.

Deutsche Welle - Environment - 8 days ago

General charged over Kyiv children's hospital strike shot in Russia - Major General Nikolai Varpakhovich, commander of a heavy bomber division and charged in absentia by Ukraine over the 2024 Okhmatdyt children's hospital strike, was shot twice by a motorbike gunman near Engels airbase and airlifted to Moscow in serious condition. 03/09/2026

Major General Nikolai Varpakhovich, commander of a heavy bomber division and charged in absentia by Ukraine over the 2024 Okhmatdyt children's hospital strike, was shot twice by a motorbike gunman near Engels airbase and airlifted to Moscow in serious condition.

Euronews - World - 8 days ago

Ukraine Pushes Congress for Russia Sanctions Before Election Recess

Ukraine is pressing the US House to approve sweeping new sanctions and tariff powers targeting Russia and its energy customers before Congress leaves Washington for the midterm elections.

OilPrice.com - World - 9 days ago

Kyiv school year begins under the shadow of air raid sirens - Kyiv children began the new school year with a ceremony interrupted by an air raid alert, hours after Russian missile strikes hit the capital. 02/09/2026

Video. Kyiv children began the new school year with a ceremony interrupted by an air raid alert, hours after Russian missile strikes hit the capital.

Euronews - World - 9 days ago

Eurasian nations gather in Bishkek to forge new alliances - Heads of 21 global and rising powers gather in Bishkek for the SCO summit as wars strain the global order. China and Russia have previously used the SCO to project their influence and their stand against the West, but the middle powers are now there to seek new economic and political momentum. 31/08/2026

Heads of 21 global and rising powers gather in Bishkek for the SCO summit as wars strain the global order. China and Russia have previously used the SCO to project their influence and their stand against the West, but the middle powers are now there to seek new economic and political momentum.

Euronews - World - 11 days ago

Ukraine Diplomacy Heats Up and Russian Minister Returns to G20

Zelenskyy is preparing for renewed US-led peace diplomacy as Russia’s finance minister’s return to an in-person G20 meeting triggered European anger.

OilPrice.com - World - 12 days ago

Türkiye-Russia ties at new high, Erdoğan says as he meets Putin

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan said Türkiye and Russia have brought their relations to an unprecedented level, highlighting deepening cooperation in...

Daily Sabah - Politics - 12 days 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 - 12 days 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 - 16 days 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 - 16 days ago

Russia and China expand trade via Arctic sea route

Russia and China are expanding Arctic trade links as the first Chinese container ship reaches Murmansk via the Northern Sea Route

Russia Today - Business - 20 days 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 - 20 days ago

Ukraine hits Iranian vessels, Tehran accuses Kyiv of 'hostile and criminal act'

The latest attacks by Ukraine, combined with Saudi military strikes on Iran-backed Houthi targets in Yemen, represent a widening of the Middle East conflict.

CNBC - World - 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 - 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 - 5 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 - 11 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

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