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Putin deplores U.S. sanctions as "unfriendly" as EU joins in heaping restrictions on Russia

The European Union on Thursday heaped more economic sanctions on Russia, adding to U.S. President Donald Trump’s new punitive measures the previous day against the Russian oil industry. Russian President Vladimir Putin called Washington’s move an “unfriendly act” that could backfire by spiking global oil prices.

CTV News - World - 43 minutes ago

US quietly loosens leash on Ukraine, shares intel to enable some deep strikes into Russia

A British-made Storm Shadow cruise missile slammed into a Russian explosives and rocket fuel plant Tuesday with the help of US intelligence, sources say.

New York Post - Top Stories - 44 minutes ago

Putin deplores US sanctions as 'unfriendly' while EU joins in heaping restrictions on Russia

The European Union has heaped more economic sanctions on Russia, adding to U.S. President Donald Trump’s new punitive measures the previous day against the Russian oil industry. Russian President Vladimir

Lancaster Online - US News - 44 minutes ago

Russia's response to Tomahawk strikes would be 'staggering' – Putin

Russian President Vladimir Putin has vowed a “overwhelming” response to a any Ukrainian Tomahawk strikes

Russia Today - US News - 51 minutes ago

Sanctions could have a genuinely chilling effect on the market for Russian oil and gas

These sanctions will directly impact the ability of the Russian companies, and anyone doing business with them, to operate within America's financial orbit.

Sky News - Top Stories - 1 hour ago

Vladimir Putin says Russia will not bow to the pressure of US sanctions on oil giants

Russian President Vladimir Putin also warned of an "overwhelming" response to any military strikes deep inside Russia.

SBS - Top Stories - 1 hour ago

Pump prices could rise after U.S., EU hit Russian oil companies with new sanctions and oil spikes

Oil prices spiked Thursday after the U.S. announced massive new sanctions on Russia’s oil industry in an attempt to get Russian President Vladimir Putin to the negotiating table and end Moscow’s brutal war on Ukraine.

CTV News - Business - 1 hour ago

New sanctions on Russia from the US and EU over Ukraine | Morning News Bulletin 24 October 2025

Russia says it will never bow to pressure from the US following sanctions; two Optus chief executives to leave the telco next year; and in cycling, Australia wins two medals in the World Track cycling championships in Chile.

SBS - Top Stories - 1 hour ago

US President Trump's sanctions on Russia's Rosneft and Lukoil are signaling growing impatience with Vladimir Putin.

Donald Trump has for the first time imposed direct sanctions on Russia, signaling growing impatience with Vladimir Putin. The move was announced after the US president hosted NATO Chief Mark Rutte for talks on how to support Ukraine.

Deutsche Welle - Top Stories - 1 hour ago

Two Russian military aircraft briefly enter Lithuania's airspace, Nato responds

The two aircraft, an Su-30 fighter and Il-78 refuelling tanker, were possibly on a refuelling training mission when they flew 700 metres into Lithuania from Kaliningrad region at about 1500 GMT, the military said

First Post - Top Stories - 1 hour ago

Russian planes violate Lithuanian airspace as Putin hits back at 'unfriendly' sanctions

The latest incident comes after the US imposed tough new measures against Russia’s oil industry, and Moscow warns of a “staggering” response if Ukraine is given long-range missiles.

Sydney Morning Herald - World - 2 hours ago

Russia violates NATO airspace in Lithuania amid Putin warning on long-range missiles

Russian jets violated NATO airspace over Lithuania for 18 seconds during suspected refueling exercise. Nation's president calls it a breach of international law amid tensions.

Fox News - World - 2 hours ago

Russian aircraft enter airspace of NATO member Lithuania

An SU-30 fighter and a refueling tanker entered the airspace of the NATO member country for 18 seconds, Lithuania's military said.

Deutsche Welle - World - 2 hours ago

Lithuanian President Gitanas Nausėda says Russian military planes have violated Lithuania's airspace

Lithuanian President Gitanas Nausėda says Russian military planes have violated Lithuania's airspace.

Bay to Bay News - World - 2 hours ago

OPEC ready to raise oil output if required after U.S. sanctions on Russia, Kuwaiti minister says

OPEC is ready to raise production by rolling back its oil output cuts further if required to address market shortfalls after the United States imposed new sanctions on Russian oil majors, Kuwait’s oil minister said on Thursday

CTV News - Business - 2 hours ago

Ukraine war latest: Putin says Trump's oil sanctions are 'unfriendly'

Hawkish former Russian president Dmitry Medvedev had earlier described sanctions on Rosneft and Lukoil as an ‘act of war’

Independent UK - World - 2 hours ago

China, India curb Russian oil purchases after Trump sanctions Rosneft, Lukoil

The Asian nations are the world's most prolific purchasers of Russian oil — together accounting for a whopping 85% of Moscow's exports in August, according to the Center for Research on Energy and...

New York Post - Top Stories - 2 hours ago

Trump's oil sanctions a signal of intent to squeeze Russia's war finances

US president hardens stance against Kremlin after cancelling planned summit with Putin

Irish Times - World - 2 hours ago

EU levels more sanctions on Russia after U.S. move, shores up plans to defend against drones

The European Union has agreed on a new raft of sanctions against Russia targeting its shadow fleet of oil tankers and banning its imports of liquefied natural gas, while EU leaders on Thursday also endorsed a plan to ensure that Europe can defend itself against an outside attack by the end of the decade

CBC News - World - 3 hours ago

So just how significant are the sanctions the U.S. slapped on Russia's oil giants?

The U.S. Treasury's decision this week to slap sanctions on two of Russia’s largest oil producers triggered a jump in global oil prices and rattled nerves among Russia’s customers.

CBC News - World - 3 hours ago

Russian Official Confirms North Koreans Operating Along Ukraine Border

The governor of Russia’s Kursk region says North Korean troops are assisting with mine-clearing efforts along the border with Ukraine.

Breitbart - World - 3 hours ago

Why did Trump sanction Russian oil?

Rosneft and Lukoil provide half of Russia's fossil fuels and 25% of the country's total revenues - that's money Vladimir Putin is using to fund his war against Ukraine.

Sky News - World - 3 hours ago

Trump could escalate Russia oil sanctions as market faces 2026 surplus

The Trump administration could take an even harder line on Russia next year as the crude market faces a looming surplus.

CNBC - Top Stories - 3 hours ago

Ukraine and EU at odds over use of frozen Russian assets – Reuters

Ukraine has urged the European Union to allow flexibility in spending a potential loan backed by frozen Russian assets

Russia Today - US News - 3 hours ago

Putin calls new US oil sanctions an 'unfriendly act', says they won't hurt Russian economy

President Putin on Thursday slammed the latest US sanctions on Russia’s top oil producers as an “unfriendly act,” warning they would strain relations with Washington but insisting the measures would not cause major economic harm

First Post - Top Stories - 3 hours ago

US And EU Sanctions On Russian Oil And Gas: What Do We Know?

The United States on Wednesday hit Russia's two biggest oil producers -- Rosneft and Lukoil -- with sanctions, the first against Russia since US President Donald returned to office.

International Business Times - Business - 3 hours ago

Ringleader behind arson attack was 'groomed' by Russian chatbot, court told

Dylan Earl, 21, a builder and part-time drug dealer, has been cast by his defence as a cannabis-smoking gamer who was involved in "desperate, pathetic and delusional" message exchanges with a Russian chatbot controlled by the Wagner Group.

Sky News - Top Stories - 3 hours ago

Oil prices surge as Trump hits Russian energy giants with sweeping new sanctions

Brent crude and West Texas Intermediate futures jumped 5% following new U.S. sanctions on Russia's largest oil producers to curb Russia's ability to fund its war in Ukraine.

Fox News - Business - 4 hours ago

Trump's first direct sanctions on Russia put pressure on oil prices

For the first time, President Donald Trump is imposing direct sanctions against Russia’s two largest oil companies, Lukoil and Rosneft, that the administration says fund the Kremlin’s war in Ukraine. The move comes after a plan for a one-on-one summit between Trump and Vladimir Putin fell apart. NBC’s Keir Simmons reports for TODAY.

NBC News - Top Stories - 4 hours ago

Dialogue always better than confrontation: Russian President Putin

Russian President Vladimir Putin pledged to keep channels of dialogue open Thursday after U.S. President Donald Trump canceled a planned summit but warned...

Daily Sabah - Top Stories - 4 hours ago

EU joins Trump with more sanctions on Russia as Ukraine war rages on

The European Union joined the US in heaping more economic sanctions on Russia Thursday — adding to President Trump’s latest punitive measures to choke off the revenue that’s funding...

New York Post - World - 4 hours ago

Trump hits Russian oil giants with sanctions after Putin talks lead nowhere

President Donald Trump imposed sanctions on Russia's largest oil companies Rosneft and Lukoil while canceling his planned summit with Russian President Vladimir Putin.

Fox News - World - 4 hours ago

Europe - latest - | European Union agrees on new sanctions against Russia

The European Union has agreed on a new raft of sanctions against Russia, targeting its shadow fleet of oil tankers and banning its imports of liquefied nat...

Independent.ie - World - 5 hours ago

EU targets liquefied natural gas in new sanctions against Russia

Package also targets shadow fleet vessels that Russia uses to evade an oil price cap

Irish Times - World - 5 hours ago

Zelenskyy: Land swaps with Russia 'unacceptable'

Speaking at a news conference, the Ukrainian President said the idea of doing any 'land swapping' with Russia was unacceptable.

Sky News - World - 5 hours ago

Rosenberg: Trump abandons carrot and wields stick over Putin in Ukraine talks

The BBC's Russia editor says Trump's decision to call off his Putin talks and impose oil sanctions will not go down well in Moscow.

BBC News - Top Stories - 6 hours ago

Russian Foreign Minister Maria Zakharova Brushes Off Latest Trump Sanctions: We Have 'Strong Immunity'

Russia responded to the U.S. Treasury Department's sanctions against Russian oil by dismissing them as irrelevant.

Breitbart - World - 6 hours ago

EU Backs New Sanctions Against Russia, Targeting Energy Imports, Crypto Providers

The move comes a day after Trump announced tougher sanctions on Moscow.

Epoch Times - Top Stories - 6 hours ago

Trump didn't like the EU before. Now, Russia might be pushing them closer

The U.S. and EU have had tricky relations this year, with differences over support for Ukraine and trade tariffs creating tensions.

CNBC - US News - 6 hours ago

Which countries buy Russian oil – and what impact will sanctions have?

The Trump administration imposed sanctions after plans to hold a second summit on ending the war in Ukraine were abandoned

Independent UK - World - 7 hours ago

'We must survive': Lviv fights to keep lights on as Russia bombards Ukrainian energy grid

Mayor of city, which is less than 100km from the Polish border, says EU neighbours are ‘in dreamworld’ over threat from Moscow

Irish Times - Top Stories - 7 hours ago

Russia-Ukraine war: Zelenskyy welcomes Trump's sanctions on Russia

Ukraine has welcomed US President Donald Trump's set of sanctions on Russia, targeting two of its largest oil companies - Rosneft Oil and Lukoil. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy called it a strong and much-needed message, and a clear signal that prolonging the war comes at a cost. The European Union is also imposing

Channel NewsAsia - World - 7 hours ago

Russia has responded with bravado to US sanctions - underneath it though, there will be concern

There is also a degree of surprise at the US sanctions, which mark the first time this Trump administration has taken punitive action against Russia.

Sky News - World - 7 hours ago

US sanctions on Russian oil giants 'really important new step' – Healey

The Defence Secretary was speaking alongside his German counterpart Boris Pistorius at RAF Lossiemouth in northern Scotland.

Evening Standard - Politics - 7 hours ago

Russia furious as Trump sanctions target the heart of Putin's war economy

Days after canceling a planned summit with Putin, citing a lack of progress toward ending the war in Ukraine, Trump took a major step by effectively blacklisting Rosneft and Lukoil.

NBC News - Business - 7 hours ago

US Has Not Approved Long-Range Missile Strikes by Ukraine, Trump Says

He called the news report claiming that he had done so ‘fake news.’

Epoch Times - US News - 7 hours ago

India to cut Russian oil purchases, U.S. to slash tariffs as they near trade deal: Report

The India-U.S. trade talks collapsed earlier this year with New Delhi not agreeing to widen market access to its vast agricultural and dairy sectors.

CNBC - Business - 8 hours ago

Trump sanctions Russian oil giants after Putin summit cancelled

US President Donald Trump has imposed sanctions on Russia’s top oil firms to pressure Putin on a ceasefire in Ukraine.

Aljazeera - US News - 8 hours ago

Everything to know about US sanctions on Russia - why now, and how could it impact the UK?

The sanctions mark a significant change for the Trump administration, which has veered between pressuring Moscow and taking a more conciliatory approach aimed at securing peace in Ukraine.

Sky News - World - 8 hours ago

Trump pushes for peace in Ukraine, slapping new sanctions on Russia: 'It's time'

Senior White House correspondent Peter Doocy provides details on the Trump administration's move to sanction Russian oil giants after Putin rejected the latest push for a ceasefire.

Fox News - World - 8 hours ago

Russian drones hit Kharkiv kindergarten, children evacuated amid blaze - Russia attacked Ukraine's second-largest city of Kharkiv on Wednesday, hitting a kindergarten with children in attendance. Ukraine's president said all children have been evacuated, with many "experiencing acute stress reactions". 22/10/2025

Russia attacked Ukraine's second-largest city of Kharkiv on Wednesday, hitting a kindergarten with children in attendance. Ukraine’s president said all children have been evacuated, with many “experiencing acute stress reactions”.

Euronews - World - 8 hours ago

Ukraine lauds new U.S. sanctions as Russia calls them an "act of war" -- As Zelenskyy lauds Europe and the U.S. for ramping up economic pressure on Putin over the war in Ukraine, Moscow dismisses them as a counterproductive "act of war."

As Zelenskyy lauds Europe and the U.S. for ramping up economic pressure on Putin over the war in Ukraine, Moscow dismisses them as a counterproductive "act of war."

CBS News - World - 9 hours ago

Trump's oil sanctions have put 'US on warpath with Russia', says Putin ally

The European Union has also announced a new raft of sanctions against Russia, targeting its shadow fleet of oil tankers and banning imports of liquefied natural gas.

Sky News - World - 9 hours ago

EU joins U.S. in imposing more sanctions on Russia to push Putin into ending Ukraine war

Russian officials and state media dismissed the Western measures, claiming they are largely ineffective

The Globe and Mail - World - 9 hours ago

Stunned silence from Moscow after Trump turns on Russia

There was a stony silence in Moscow a day after President Donald Trump signalled he had lost his patience with Russian President Vladimir Putin.

CNBC - US News - 9 hours ago

Ukraine updates: Kyiv hails new EU, US sanctions on Russia

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has welcomed new US and EU sanctions as vital to tightening pressure on Moscow. Speaking at an EU summit, he said Moscow's strikes on civilians show it has no interest in peace.

Deutsche Welle - World - 9 hours ago

U.S. hits Russian oil sanctions and ICE recruits with checkered pasts make it to training: Morning Rundown

Plus, the costliest six months on record for climate disasters almost wasn't reported.

NBC News - US News - 9 hours ago

Trump, Ukraine and Europe target Russian energy as diplomacy falters

Despite losing slivers of territory, Ukraine is confident about its long-term prospects in the war.

Aljazeera - Top Stories - 9 hours ago

'This is very significant': How effective will US sanctions on Russian oil be?

Measures taken against Rosneft and Lukoil are the first time the US has sanctioned Russia since Donald Trump’s return to office

Irish Times - World - 10 hours ago

US sanctions on Russia's oil majors lift prices, stall peace talks

Surprise sanctions by the Trump administration on Russia's two largest companies pushed oil prices sharply up on Thursday, prompting India to...

Daily Sabah - Business - 10 hours ago

Ukraine conflict now belongs to Trump – ex-Russian president

Former Russian President Dmitry Medvedev says the Ukraine conflict has become Donald Trump’s responsibility

Russia Today - Top Stories - 10 hours ago

U.S. imposes sanctions on top Russian oil companies as Moscow holds nuclear drills

The United States hit Russia's major oil companies with sanctions on Wednesday and accused the Russians of a lack of commitment toward ending the war in Ukraine, as Moscow conducted a major training exercise involving nuclear arms.

The Globe and Mail - World - 10 hours ago

Ireland backs plan to use sanctioned Russian assets to fund Ukraine loan

Taoiseach Micheál Martin says Republic is not a ‘safe haven’ from Russian threat

Irish Times - Politics - 11 hours ago

Ukraine Reacts To Trump's Surprise Oil Sanctions on Russia

The European Union separately unveiled a fresh sanctions package against Moscow on Thursday.

Newsweek - World - 11 hours ago

From illusion to real peace: Trump's test in Gaza and Ukraine

Real peace demands Palestinian statehood, Ukrainian neutrality and the courage to defy the war lobby.

Aljazeera - Top Stories - 11 hours ago

Ukrainian journalists killed in Russian attack

ALBAWABA - A Russian drone killed two Ukrainian journalists who work for Ukraine's "Freedom TV" in Kramatorsk city, their news outlet told AFP on Thursd

Albawaba - Top Stories - 11 hours ago

Trump sanctions Russian oil majors, prompting oil price rise and India jitters

MOSCOW: US President Donald Trump hit Russia's two biggest oil companies with sanctions in his latest sharp policy shift on Moscow's war in Ukraine, prompting global oil prices to rise by 3 per cent on Thursday (Oct 23) and India to consider cutting Russian imports.The sanctions, unveiled by the US Treasury,

Channel NewsAsia - World - 11 hours ago

Belgium resists EU pressure to use Russian assets to fund Kiev

Belgian Prime Minister Bart De Wever has reiterated his doubts over the EU proposal to fund Ukraine with a loan backed by Russian assets

Russia Today - US News - 11 hours ago

EU summit: Bloc announces new Russia sanctions package

The European Union kicked off its leaders' summit in Brussels by announcing a 19th sanctions package against Russia, which was gratefully acknowledged by Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelenskyy, also in attendance. DW has more.

Deutsche Welle - Top Stories - 12 hours ago

Chess board may discipline grandmaster who accused Naroditsky of cheating -- Chess's governing body says it may discipline a former Russian world champion who kept leveling unproven cheating allegations at Daniel Naroditsky in the year before the American grandmaster died.

Chess's governing body says it may discipline a former Russian world champion who kept leveling unproven cheating allegations at Daniel Naroditsky in the year before the American grandmaster died.

CBS News - World - 12 hours ago

EU Joins Trump In Heaping More Sanctions On Russia To Push Putin Into Ukraine Peace Talks

“We waited for this. God bless, it will work," Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said.

Huffington Post - World - 12 hours ago

EU targets Russian energy with new sanctions — and welcomes Trump's policy shift

The European Union's latest package of sanctions targeting Russia includes a ban on Russian liquefied natural gas (LNG) imports.

CNBC - US News - 12 hours ago

European Union agrees on new sanctions against Russia targeting its shadow oil fleet and LNG imports

The European Union has agreed on a new raft of sanctions against Russia targeting its shadow fleet of oil tankers and banning imports of its liquefied natural gas. Danish Foreign Minister Lars Løkke …

Bay to Bay News - World - 12 hours ago

China Fires Back at Trump Over Russia Oil Sanctions, Ukraine War

The U.S. Treasury Department sanctioned Rosneft and Lukoil on Wednesday to add greater pressure on Russia to end its Ukraine war.

Newsweek - World - 12 hours ago

Trump says Putin talks 'don't go anywhere' as he imposes new sanctions -- The US has announced new sanctions on Rosneft and Lukoil, Russia's two largest oil companies, over continued fighting in Ukraine.

The US has announced new sanctions on Rosneft and Lukoil, Russia's two largest oil companies, over continued fighting in Ukraine.

BBC News - Business - 13 hours ago

Russia strikes private kindergarten in Kharkiv

ALBAWABA - The Russian army fired drones targeting Kharkiv on Oct. 22. Ukrainian media reported that a kindergarten was hit in the airstrike.Kyiv Indepe

Albawaba - Top Stories - 13 hours ago

Trump slaps 'tremendous' sanctions on Russian oil for Ukraine war

WASHINGTON — US President Donald Trump slapped sanctions on Russia's two largest oil companies on Wednesday, complaining that his talks with Vladimir Putin to end the Ukraine war 'don't go anywhere.'

Manila Times - World - 14 hours ago

US won't fire Tomahawks for Ukraine – Trump

Ukraine is currently incapable of using the missiles without direct American involvement, the US president has said

Russia Today - Top Stories - 14 hours ago

Asian shares retreat and crude prices soar $2 after Trump sanctions Russian oil giants

Shares are mostly lower in Asia following a retreat on Wall Street, while crude prices jumped more than $2 after U.S. President Donald Trump announced sanctions on Russian oil giants. The sanctions …

Bay to Bay News - World - 14 hours ago

Trump Administration Announces 'Substantial' Sanctions Against Russia

Bessent said the new sanctions are part of Washington’s continued effort to pressure Moscow while supporting Kyiv’s defense.

Newsweek - World - 14 hours ago

NATO's annual major nuclear exercise winds down in the Netherlands - The bulk of the drill was held in the North Sea, far from Russia and Ukraine, and involved military bases in Belgium, Britain, Denmark, the Netherlands. 21/10/2025

The bulk of the drill was held in the North Sea, far from Russia and Ukraine, and involved military bases in Belgium, Britain, Denmark, the Netherlands.

Euronews - World - 15 hours ago

Mapped: The Ukraine region Trump says should be 'cut up' for Putin

The Donetsk and Luhansk provinces in the Donbas region form the industrial heartland of Ukraine

Independent UK - World - 17 hours ago

Russia's new energy assault pushes Ukraine into a winter of blackouts - Attacks on Ukraine's power grid have grown more effective as Russia launches hundreds of drones, some equipped with cameras that improve targeting, overwhelming air defences. 22/10/2025

Attacks on Ukraine's power grid have grown more effective as Russia launches hundreds of drones, some equipped with cameras that improve targeting, overwhelming air defences.

Euronews - World - 17 hours ago

Trump announces new sanctions on Russian oil giants in a push on Putin to end Ukraine war

U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said Wednesday that the Trump administration was preparing to announce increased sanctions on Russia as U.S.-led efforts to end the war flounder and Ukraine’s president seeks more foreign military help.

CTV News - Top Stories - 17 hours ago

Crude Spikes As Trump Threatens Russian Giants, Stocks Turn Lower

Crude prices spiked more than two percent Thursday after Donald Trump said he would hit two Russian oil companies with hefty sanctions, while talk that the White House was planning curbs on software exports to China added to gloom on markets.

International Business Times - Business - 17 hours ago

Trump imposes sanctions on Russia's two biggest oil firms in major policy shift

In a major policy shift, the US has imposed sanctions against Rosneft and Lukoil and dozens of subsidiaries due to "Russia's lack of serious commitment to a peace process to end the war in Ukraine".

Sky News - Business - 18 hours ago

NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte endorses Trump's approach to ending Ukraine war after White House talks

Nato Secretary-General Mark Rutte says pressure and sanctions are changing Vladimir Putin's calculus as Russia deals with heavy military losses in Ukraine as the war continues.

Fox News - Top Stories - 18 hours ago

US sanctions on Russia will be welcomed in a bipartisan way, says Jessica Tarlov

'Special Report' panelists Sandra Smith, Bill Hemmer and Jessica Tarlov discuss the Treasury Department's new sanctions on Russian oil companies and President Donald Trump’s ballroom construction.

Fox News - Politics - 18 hours ago

EU squabbling over frozen Russian assets – Politico

EU members are split over whether to use the money to purchase only European-made weapons for Ukraine, the paper has reported

Russia Today - World - 19 hours ago

Trump cracks down on Russia's energy giants amid anger over Ukraine war

WASHINGTON/BRUSSELS: US President Donald Trump on Wednesday imposed Ukraine-related sanctions on Russia for the first time in his second term, targeting oil companies Lukoil and Rosneft as his...

International The News - World - 19 hours ago

U.S. slaps sanctions on Russian oil companies over Ukraine war -- Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has announced new sanctions against Russia's two biggest oil companies and blasted Moscow's refusal to end its "senseless war."

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has announced new sanctions against Russia's two biggest oil companies and blasted Moscow's refusal to end its "senseless war."

CBS News - Politics - 21 hours ago

Trump does an about-face, slaps sanctions on Russia

The sudden move to target Russia’s biggest oil exporters and other companies came hours after Vladimir Putin staged a provocative missile launch.

Sydney Morning Herald - World - 21 hours ago

Trump admin sanctions Russian oil companies, presses for Ukraine ceasefire

The new sanctions are related to plans for a meeting between President Donald Trump and Russian leader Vladimir Putin being dropped.

CNBC - US News - 21 hours ago

US hits top Russian oil companies Rosneft and Lukoil with sanctions

Analysts said the measures were a big step but long overdue.

Channel NewsAsia - World - 22 hours ago

EU announces 19th sanctions package targeting Russia – media

The list includes a pledge to further reduce Russian gas and oil imports, according to dpa

Russia Today - World - 22 hours ago

US Sanctions Major Russian Oil Companies

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said the U.S. ‘is prepared to take further action if necessary’ and called on Moscow to immediately agree to a cease-fire.

Epoch Times - US News - 22 hours ago

World News - latest - | US sanctions Russian oil giants as Trump says he cancelled Putin summit due to stalled Ukraine negotiations

US President Donald Trump said on Wednesday he cancelled a planned summit with Russian President Vladimir Putin, citing a lack of progress in diplomatic ef...

Independent.ie - Top Stories - 22 hours ago

US sanctions Russian oil companies as Trump says Putin summit 'didn't feel right'

Trump expressed frustration with the stalled negotiations, saying his conversations with Putin "don't go anywhere".

SBS - Top Stories - 22 hours ago

U.S. sanctions Russia's two largest oil companies

The sanctions come after President Donald Trump confirmed Tuesday that a planned meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin was not currently scheduled.

NBC News - Top Stories - 22 hours ago

U.S. imposes new sanctions on Russia's two biggest oil companies

Sanctions against Rosneft and Lukoil follow months of bipartisan pressure on Trump to hit Moscow’s oil industry with harder sanctions

The Globe and Mail - World - 23 hours ago

United States targets Russian oil over Putin's 'senseless' Ukraine war

Scott Bessent claimed the measures against Rosneft and Lukoil will ‘degrade’ the Kremlin’s military efforts

Evening Standard - World - 23 hours ago

US sanctions Russia's 2 biggest oil firms after Trump-Putin summit scrapped

"I believe that the president is disappointed," Bessent said of Trump's reaction to the scrapped talks, which had been scheduled to take place in Budapest, Hungary.

New York Post - World - 23 hours ago

US announces sweeping sanctions against Russia's 2 largest oil firms

U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent on Wednesday unveiled new sanctions targeting Russia’s two largest oil companies, denouncing Moscow’s refusal to...

Daily Sabah - Business - 23 hours ago

US announces new Russia sanctions

The new restrictions target 2 major oil companies, Rosneft and Lukoil

Russia Today - US News - 23 hours ago

Biden's decline emboldened Putin to invade Ukraine, Sen. John Kennedy tells 'Pod Force One'

"My people back home in Louisiana would say, 'Who is really the president?' And I'd tell 'em the truth, 'Whoever the hell has control of that teleprompter,'" Kennedy said.

New York Post - World - 1 day ago

US Prepares New Sanctions as Russian Drones and Missiles Kill 6 in Ukraine

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says the Trump administration is preparing a “substantial pickup in Russia sanctions.”

Military.com - US News - 1 day ago

Trump can't convince Putin to negotiate. So Ukraine looks to allies to dial up the pressure

After plans for a summit between Russian President Vladimir Putin and U.S. President Donald Trump were shelved, Ukraine is appealing to allies for more support in an effort to dial up the pressure on Russia.

CBC News - World - 1 day ago

EU approves 19th package of sanctions on Russia, including LNG ban

BRUSSELS: The European Union has approved a 19th package of sanctions against Russia over its war in Ukraine, including a ban on Russian liquefied natural gas (LNG)

Channel NewsAsia - World - 1 day ago

Trump, Zelenskyy agree on crucial aspect to end Ukraine war: 'good compromise'

Russia rejects Trump's plan to halt Ukraine conflict at current battle lines, with Moscow demanding full control of Donbas region for lasting peace agreement.

Fox News - World - 1 day ago

Putin bombards Ukraine - but still tries to salvage summit with Trump

Volodymyr Zelensky says attacks show Russia is not serious about diplomacy

Independent UK - World - 1 day ago

Children evacuated from Kharkiv kindergarten hit by Russian drone

A Russian drone struck a kindergarten in the eastern city of Kharkiv on Wednesday, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said on Telegram.

The Globe and Mail - World - 1 day ago

EU sabotaging Ukraine peace talks to fuel arms boom – Russian envoy

The EU is prioritizing defense-industry profits over peace efforts in Ukraine, Russia’s envoy to the OSCE, Yulia Zhdanova, has said

Russia Today - US News - 1 day ago

UK exempts Russian oil giant's subsidiaries from sanctions

The UK has lifted sanctions on Rosneft’s subsidiaries in Germany, saying the assets are under Berlin’s control

Russia Today - US News - 1 day ago

The British-made weapons used to attack Russia

The missiles penetrated Russian air defences in a "massive" strike by Ukraine against a chemical plant inside Russia, the Ukrainian military has revealed.

Sky News - Top Stories - 1 day ago

What U.S. Forces Face as Venezuela Puts Russian-Armed Military on Wartime Alert -- The 10,000 U.S. troops now operating in the Caribbean were sent to interdict drug boats. But Venezuelan President Nicolás...

The 10,000 U.S. troops now operating in the Caribbean were sent to interdict drug boats. But Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro's Sept. 30 state of external emergency fundamentally changed what they're facing: a military on full wartime alert, equipped with Russian air defenses and anti-ship missiles, backed by what Maduro claims is a militia of over 8 million members.

Military.com - Top Stories - 1 day ago

Ukraine unveils upgraded AI-powered sea drone with Black Sea dominance capability

Ukraine has used the unmanned naval drones to target Russian shipping and infrastructure in the Black Sea.

Los Angeles Times - US News - 1 day ago

Chess world mourns death of Daniel Naroditsky, rages against Russian rival who alleged cheating

Naroditsky, who became a grandmaster at 18, was found dead Sunday at his North Carolina home.

NBC News - US News - 1 day ago

Putin-Trump Hungary Meeting Reportedly Canceled After Poland Threatened to Intercept Russian Leader's Plane

Reports surfaced that Russia and America postponed a proposed in-person meeting between President Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin.

Breitbart - World - 1 day ago

Why planned Trump-Putin talks collapsed, and what it means for Ukraine

Trump proposed freezing Russian war on Ukraine at current front lines, and planned a meet with Putin. Then it collapsed.

Aljazeera - Top Stories - 1 day ago

Russia was smug about Trump-Putin talks. Now they're on hold, Moscow's anxious

The Kremlin stressed on Wednesday that the dates for the face-to-face talks, due to take place in Hungary, "weren't set" and that this would still happen.

CNBC - US News - 1 day ago

China sanctions two Lithuanian banks in retaliation for EU measures over Russia

ALBAWABA- China has imposed sanctions on two Lithuanian banks, barring them from conducting any transactions or cooperation with Chinese organizations a

Albawaba - Business - 1 day ago

Russian strikes kill 6 in Ukraine after Trump-Putin summit deferred

At least six people were killed across Ukraine in overnight missile strikes Wednesday as efforts to broker peace faltered and the White House said there...

Daily Sabah - World - 1 day ago

Russia hits Ukraine's energy plants after Trump-Putin summit shelved

Ten people are rescued from a fire in a high-rise building in the Kyiv as Russia hits Ukraine with wave of strikes

Evening Standard - World - 1 day ago

'It won't stop with Ukraine': Former POWs saw only lust for war, conquest in Russian jails

UN says brutal abuse of Ukrainian captives is rife as Kremlin withdraws from European anti-torture convention

Irish Times - World - 1 day ago

Plans for Trump-Putin summit paused after fresh roadblock in Ukraine talks

US President Donald Trump put plans to meet Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin in Budapest on hold on Tuesday, as efforts to end the war in Ukraine ran into yet another roadblock.A senior White...

International The News - World - 1 day ago

Young Russian street singer charged for singing songs by prohibited musicians

The prosecution was triggered by viral videos of Stoptime’s performances on Nevsky Prospect, where the musicians played songs by artists labeled as “foreign agents”: Monetochka, Noize MC, Zemfira, and Pornofilmy.

Global Voices - Top Stories - 1 day ago

The Trump-Zelensky summit avoided fireworks – but it still wasn't a win for Ukraine -- Michael Bociurkiw -- October 20, 2025

The Ukrainian President left the White House without the house of cards collapsing on him, but also without the U.S. pledge of the precision, long-range missiles he covets

The Globe and Mail - Opinion - 1 day ago

Saving lives in Ukraine requires Trump to play his strong cards

Trump must now use economic and military leverage to stop the bloodshed in Ukraine — just as he did this month in the Middle East.

New York Post - Opinion - 1 day ago

Russia downplays swift meeting to prepare for Trump-Putin summit

Moscow: Moscow on Tuesday doused hopes of a swift meeting of the Russian and US foreign ministers to prepare for a speedy summit between their leaders...

Peninsula Qatar - US News - 2 days ago

Russia's cyber attacks against NATO nations rise by 25% in 2025, Microsoft analysis finds

Amid the war in Ukraine, Russia has increased its cyber-attacks on Nato nations by 25 per cent over the past year, Microsoft’s annual digital defence report reveals

First Post - Technology - 2 days ago

From cold war to code war: How a Soviet dream became Russia's smart power

Once a socialist experiment, People’s Friendship University of Russia has turned into Moscow’s most successful instrument of soft power

Russia Today - US News - 2 days ago

EU states agree to end Russian gas imports by Jan 2028

EU countries on Monday agreed to phase out their remaining gas imports from Russia by January 2028, breaking a dependency the bloc has struggled to end despite Moscow’s war on Ukraine.The...

International The News - World - 3 days ago

Ukraine does not need a NATO Article 5-like guarantee

It needs a security mechanism that triggers action automatically.

Aljazeera - Opinion - 3 days ago

Trump calls for Ukraine to be carved up with Russia

Trump appears to be seesawing in his support for Ukraine, following his phone call with President Vladmir Putin last Thursday.

CNBC - Politics - 3 days ago

Will keep 'massive tariffs' on India until Russian oil import stops: Trump

ABOARD AIR FORCE ONE: US President Donald Trump said that Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi told him India will stop buying Russian oil, while warning that New Delhi would continue paying...

International The News - World - 3 days ago

Russian mercenaries replace Western forces as ISIS surges across Africa's Sahel region

Analysts say Russian mercenaries focus on mineral extraction rather than security in Sahel countries after U.S. and French military withdrawal from the region.

Fox News - World - 4 days ago

Trump admits it's possible he's being 'played' by Putin over Ukraine

Vladimir Putin was first successful in getting Donald Trump to hold off on more severe sanctions on Russia, and has now seemingly played a role in persuading Trump to hold off sending Tomahawk missiles to Ukraine.

Sky News - World - 5 days ago

Trump says giving Ukraine Tomahawk missiles could escalate war

Tomahawk missiles could dramatically increase Ukraine’s strike capabilities — placing Russian military bases well within their reach

Evening Standard - World - 6 days ago

In Ukraine, doctors and paramedics are finding it increasingly difficult to do their work on the front lines.

In Ukraine, doctors and paramedics are finding it increasingly difficult to do their work on the front lines. Injured soldiers sometimes wait days for aid.

Deutsche Welle - Health - 6 days ago

The roots of India-Russia friendship go deeper than you think

The mutual respect and understanding between the two nations started centuries ago

Russia Today - Opinion - 6 days ago

'New era' of threats from Russia, China and Iran

The head of MI5 said the number of people in the UK under investigation for 'state threat activity' - also including from Russia and Iran - has jumped by 35% in the past year.

Sky News - Top Stories - 7 days ago

UK tightens sanctions against Russia's largest oil firms

The latest UK sanctions target third-country companies that do business with Russian oil majors Lukoil and Rosneft

Russia Today - Business - 8 days ago

World Food Day: Is Ukraine still feeding the world?

Grain harvests in the "world's breadbasket" have dropped by a quarter since Russia's invasion. But more than three years on, Ukraine's role in global food security endures despite disrupted ports and captured farmland.

Deutsche Welle - Business - 8 days ago

Ukraine's Zelensky Says Russia Seeking 'Chaos' With New Energy Strikes

President Volodymyr Zelensky accused Russia of sowing "chaos" with fresh strikes on Ukraine's energy grid, while escalating drone attacks forced Kyiv to begin new evacuations of children from frontline villages.

International Business Times - Top Stories - 14 days ago

Inside-net: Russia is dismantling free internet connections

The Russian authorities this year created a ‘white list’ of websites that are not to be blocked while everything else would not be available for users in Russia

Global Voices - Technology - 16 days ago

Russia targeting UK satellites on 'weekly' basis, UK Space Command boss says

The UK operates approximately six dedicated military satellites for communications and surveillance.

Evening Standard - Technology - 20 days ago

Russian oil product finds unexpected top buyer – NGO

Taiwan has imported nearly $5 billion worth of naphtha from the sanctioned country while supporting Ukraine, report claims

Russia Today - Business - 22 days ago

In photos: Moldova's pro-EU party takes lead in vote clouded by Russian interference claims

Moldova’s pro-Western ruling party has taken a decisive lead in a pivotal parliamentary election, widely seen as a choice between closer ties with the European Union or a return to Moscow’s orbit, amid allegations of Russian interference.

Independent UK - Politics - 24 days ago

US 'ready to displace' all Russian gas and oil in EU – energy secretary

Moscow has said American LNG would be much more expensive for European consumers

Russia Today - Business - 28 days ago

From Sudan to Ukraine: Why Colombian mercenaries keep fighting foreign wars

For Colombia's veterans, a war-zone paycheque outweighs meagre pensions and limited civilian jobs at home

Middle East Eye - Top Stories - 1 month ago

Russian drones over Poland stir worries for Europe's airlines, experts say

The incursion of Russian drones in Poland has reignited safety concerns over the vulnerability of civil air transport in Europe, aviation and insurance experts say, the latest upheaval facing airlines from escalating global conflict.

The Globe and Mail - Business - 1 month ago

Russian scientists discover new method to treat Alzheimer's disease

Moscow: Russian scientists and researchers at the Institute of Biomedical Systems at the Polytechnic University in St. Petersburg revealed a new thera...

Peninsula Qatar - Technology - 1 month ago

Trump advisor Navarro says India must stop buying Russian oil

White House advisor Peter Navarro criticized India's Russian oil imports in an op-ed after Trump announced new tariffs targeting India and other countries buying Russian energy.

Fox News - Business - 2 months ago

Russian man arrested under anti-terror law after talking about yoga

The Yarovaya law includes restrictions on religious groups and followers of 'non-traditional' religions

Independent UK - Weird - 2 months ago

China, India fuel Russia war machine by ignoring international sanctions: report

Report reveals China and India supporting Russia despite sanctions, with sale of explosive materials from India and Chinese drone engines powering Russian attacks.

Fox News - Business - 2 months ago

UK court convicts 3 men over arson attack authorities say was organized by Russian intelligence

Three men found guilty of arson in a Russian intelligence-backed plot targeting Ukraine-bound equipment in east London, causing $1.35 million in damages

Fox News - Technology - 3 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 - 7 months 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 - 7 months ago

Art and Arms: 2 Aspects of Resistance in Ukraine's Fight for Freedom

In Ukraine, everyone has a war story. It may not be combat, but it is the constant burden of destruction.

Military.com - Opinion - 8 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 - 1 year ago

Medvedev beats Rublev in all-Russian final

Daniil Medvedev won the ATP Dubai Duty Free tournament, beating compatriot Andrey Rublev in two sets in Saturday’s final

Russia Today - Sports - 2 years ago

Russian star dethrones UFC pound-for-pound king

Russia’s Islam Makhachev handed Alex Volkanovksi his first loss in a decade, in an instant classic in the UFC 284 main event

Russia Today - Sports - 2 years 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 - 2 years ago

Russian youngster wins Australian Open junior title

Alina Korneeva defeated compatriot Mirra Andreeva in Saturday’s final in Melbourne

Russia Today - Sports - 2 years ago

Djokovic hits out at media after father's Russian flag row (VIDEO)

Novak Djokovic says his father was mistranslated in a video which showed him alongside Russian supporters at the Australian Open

Russia Today - Sports - 2 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 - 2 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