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Ukraine/Russia

The EU is an addict – and sanctions on Russia are the drug

Brussels keeps slapping ever more penalties on Russia, even while Washington holds back

Russia Today - Opinion - 1 hour ago

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,184

These are the key events on day 1,184 of Russia’s war on Ukraine.

Aljazeera - World - 5 hours ago

G7 vows to address global economic 'imbalances', considers Russia sanctions

The group said it would call for analysis on international supply chain resilience.

Aljazeera - World - 10 hours ago

Russia Targeting, Breaching Western Organizations Aiding Ukraine: CISA Joint Advisory

Organizations from 13 nations have been targeted, including those in the United States, Germany, and France.

Epoch Times - US News - 11 hours ago

Putin Says Russia Creating 'Buffer Zone' Along Ukrainian Border

The Russian president says the military is working to suppress enemy firing points as part of new border security push.

Epoch Times - Top Stories - 12 hours ago

Can Pope Leo mediate between Russia and Ukraine?

Italy's Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni says Pope Leo is willing to host peace talks between Russia and Ukraine. Details of the offer remain unclear, but any negotiations would be within a long tradition of papal peace-making.

Deutsche Welle - World - 14 hours ago

Russia Redeploys Nuclear-Tipped Air-to-Air Missiles in Echo of Cold War

The development comes with tensions between Russia and the West at their highest level in years.

Newsweek - World - 14 hours ago

Russia Classifies Budget As Ukraine War Costs Spiral Out of Control

Nearly one third of government spending in Russia is classified amid high military spending.

Newsweek - World - 15 hours ago

Diplomacy Fails To Yield Breakthrough In Russia-Ukraine War

Recent diplomatic efforts involving Russia, Ukraine, and the United States have failed to produce a breakthrough in the ongoing conflict, with differing stances on key issues like territorial integrity and conditions for peace talks remaining significant obstacles.

OilPrice.com - World - 17 hours ago

Pro-Russia former Ukrainian politician reportedly gunned down in Spain -- Andriy Portnov, a pro-Russian former politician from Ukraine who was sanctioned by the U.S., was reportedly gunned down outside his kids' school in Madrid. -- May 21

Andriy Portnov, a pro-Russian former politician from Ukraine who was sanctioned by the U.S., was reportedly gunned down outside his kids' school in Madrid.

CBS News - World - 18 hours ago

Russia boosting Africa support with new food shipments – media

Oksana Lut has confirmed upcoming food and wheat deliveries to Burkina Faso and Niger

Russia Today - US News - 19 hours ago

Trump wonders 'what the hell' Zelensky was doing in South Africa

Donald Trump and Cyril Ramaphosa have discussed Zelensky’s South Africa visit, land reform, and trade ties in bilateral talks

Russia Today - Top Stories - 20 hours ago

Russia Forced to Close Airspace, Shut Down Internet Amid Drone Raids

On Wednesday night, Ukraine's military launched what has been described as the largest drone assault on Russian territory since March.

Newsweek - World - 20 hours ago

Moscow air traffic disrupted as Russia foils Ukrainian drone wave

Russia intercepted at least 105 Ukrainian drones overnight across seven regions, with the majority shot down near Moscow, where the attacks caused major...

Daily Sabah - World - 20 hours ago

Trump plays good cop, Europe plays bad cop with Russia and Israel

With new sanctions on Russia and new pressure on Israel, European Union and the United Kingdom are playing diplomatic bad cop to President Trump's good cop.

Washington Examiner - Opinion - 21 hours ago

Russia mocks Ukraine during direct talks, raising suspicion of bad faith

Russia confirmed it still seeks to annex four regions of Ukraine, plus Crimea, and force Ukraine to be a buffer state.

Aljazeera - Top Stories - 22 hours ago

Russia conducts first test of unmanned boat

ALBAWABA – Russia has begun conducting the first tests of an unmanned boat for the Main Directorate of Transport Infrastructure.

Albawaba - Business - 23 hours ago

Commentary: What to make of the restart in Russia-Ukraine ceasefire negotiations

Securing a prisoner swap agreement marks progress but big gaps remain on core conflict issues, says an international relations observer.

Channel NewsAsia - Top Stories - 1 day ago

Rubio accuses Biden of being 'irresponsible' on Russia

Marco Rubio has said the “two biggest nuclear powers” must never cease to communicate, however different their positions

Russia Today - World - 1 day ago

Australia accuses Russian hackers of spying on Ukraine aid routes and border cameras

Australia and 10 Western allies have accused the Kremlin-linked Fancy Bear hacking group of a two-year espionage campaign aimed at disrupting foreign aid deliveries to Ukraine.

Sydney Morning Herald - World - 1 day ago

Pro-Russia adviser to ex-Ukrainian president killed in Spain

An adviser to former Ukrainian President Viktor Yanukovych was fatally shot Wednesday outside the American School of Madrid, where at least one of his...

Daily Sabah - World - 1 day ago

Chechen opposition activist fears deportation to Russia from Kazakhstan

Even simple public criticism of the regime can lead to repression. Russian security services apply particularly harsh methods when it comes to Chechnya and Chechens.

Global Voices - Politics - 1 day ago

Putin touts missile strike in Ukraine as Russia claims 70 soldiers killed -- 21 May 06:39 PM

Ukraine says six soldiers were killed and 10 injured in the missile attack.

NZ Herald - World - 1 day ago

EU and UK announce new sanctions on Russia after Trump-Putin phone call

The United Kingdom and European Union launched new sanctions targeting Russia's "shadow fleet."

Washington Examiner - Top Stories - 1 day ago

Ukraine wants Putin-Zelensky meeting – foreign minister

Kiev is ready to consider potential venues for talks with Moscow, Andrey Sibiga has said

Russia Today - US News - 1 day ago

Why US Engagement Is Essential in Setting Terms for Peace in Ukraine

The Russian and Ukrainian positions are far apart, and absent US sticks and carrots, there seems little prospect they will come together.

The Nation - World - 1 day ago

Without waiting for Trump, E.U. and Britain impose new sanctions on Russia over Ukraine

“Delaying peace efforts will only redouble our resolve to help Ukraine to defend itself and use our sanctions to restrict Putin’s war machine,” the British foreign secretary said.

NBC News - World - 1 day ago

Ex-Ukraine presidential adviser shot dead during school run in Madrid

Andriy Portnov was reportedly shot several times after dropping his children off for class

Evening Standard - World - 1 day ago

Russia hit with new sanctions by Ukraine's allies as peace talks stall

Kyiv’s European allies have slapped new sanctions on Moscow, a day after a phone call between U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin failed to produce a breakthrough on ending the 3-year-old war in Ukraine

Independent UK - World - 1 day ago

Marc Champion: Ukraine and Europe are now left all on their own after Trump's call

It’s reasonable to be disappointed or worried - even disgusted - by the outcome of Donald Trump’s phone call with Vladimir Putin this week but not surprise...

Independent.ie - Top Stories - 1 day ago

Trump is washing his hands of the Ukraine problem, without quite saying it

Despite the apparent effort to ramp-up pressure on Russia to agree a ceasefire, Trump once again seems to be letting Vladimir Putin off the hook.

Sydney Morning Herald - Opinion - 2 days ago

Pope Leo offers Vatican for Ukraine-Russia peace talks

ROME: Pope Leo XIV has said the Vatican is ready to host peace talks between Russia and Ukraine. Italy’s Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni confirmed the offer after speaking with the pope,...

International The News - World - 2 days ago

Zelensky accuses Russia of stalling peace efforts to prolong war

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Tuesday accused Russia of deliberately delaying peace negotiations to extend its three-year invasion, even as US President Donald Trump presses for an...

International The News - World - 2 days ago

With little progress after phone calls and talks, Ukraine's allies hit Russia with new sanctions

Diplomatic efforts have seen little progress in halting the fighting, including Monday's phone call between President Trump and Russian leader Vladimir Putin.

Los Angeles Times - US News - 2 days ago

Kremlin 'gleeful' US will no longer 'indulge' Ukraine and EU after Trump's call to Putin

Much of the Russian press coverage portrays the phone call as a battle for Donald Trump's affections, with Russia emerging victorious despite the influence of "Western hawks".

Sky News - World - 2 days ago

Russia's aerial strategy in Ukraine analysed

Russia launched 273 drones at Ukraine in the biggest drone attack since the war began. Military analyst Michael Clarke explains what Russia is trying to achieve and how Ukraine is defending itself.

Sky News - Top Stories - 2 days ago

Ukraine's Zelenskyy accuses Russia of playing for time to continue war

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has accused Russia of playing for time to continue the war. He also called for more international sanctions to put more pressure onto Moscow. Meanwhile, US President Donald Trump announced yesterday that both Russia and Ukraine will "immediately" start peace talks, following a tw

Channel NewsAsia - World - 2 days ago

No fixed deadline for Ukraine peace talks, says Kremlin

The Kremlin has said that there is no set deadline for peace talks between Russia and Ukraine as process for Moscow and Kyiv to develop a unified text for a peace and ceasefire memorandum will be...

International The News - World - 3 days ago

Russia, Ukraine to launch 'immediate' cease-fire talks: Trump

U.S. President Donald Trump said Russia and Ukraine would immediately launch cease-fire discussions, while Russian President Vladimir Putin praised a...

Daily Sabah - World - 3 days ago

Putin plays Trump for an idiot, rejects Ukraine ceasefire

Russian President Vladimir Putin rejected a 30-day ceasefire in a call with Trump. Trump must impose new sanctions or end his peace efforts.

Washington Examiner - World - 3 days ago

Trump says Russia, Ukraine to start ceasefire negotiations after Putin call

President Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin spoke for two hours in a call both called “useful," but offered no breakthrough in Russia–Ukraine peace negotiations.

Fox News - World - 3 days ago

Upcoming Event - The future of Ukraine and Russia - Monday Jun 16th 2025 · 3pm UTC

After three years of war, Russia and Ukraine have suffered massive casualties, huge economic losses and the war has upended the geopolitical order. Join our editors to discuss the conflict, the prospects for peace and future of global security. Can Putin be contained—and how should the West respond?You will have the opportunity to ask the panel questions during the event or submit one in advance using the Q&A function below.

Economist - Top Stories - 3 days ago

Pope Leo XIV and JD Vance Meet Ahead of US-Led Diplomatic Flurry to Reach Ceasefire in Ukraine

U.S. Vice President JD Vance extended an invitation to Pope Leo XIV to visit the United States during a meeting at the Vatican ahead of a flurry of U.S.-led diplomatic efforts to make progress on a ceasefire in Russia’s war in Ukraine.

Military.com - US News - 3 days ago

Max Hastings: Putin still holds all the cards as Ukraine finished if US cuts aid

While we anguish over Donald Trump’s wars on trade, judges, migrants, aid recipients and universities, spare a thought for Volodymyr Zelensky. Every mornin...

Independent.ie - Opinion - 4 days ago

Opinion | Why Bangladesh Army Chief's Russia Tilt May Be Good For India

A Russian presence in Bangladesh, instead of resurrecting Cold War alignments, might just enable multipolarity in the Bay of Bengal region, balancing out the presence of extra-regional actors here.

NDTV - Opinion - 4 days ago

Russia develops prototype of world's first solar-powered aircraft carrier

ALBAWABA – Researchers from South Ural State University in Russia have successfully developed a prototype of the world’s first solar-powered unmanned ai

Albawaba - Business - 5 days ago

Vatican could be a venue for Russia-Ukraine talks, Rubio says, after pope renews an offer to help

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio says that the Vatican can be a venue for Russia-Ukraine peace talks.

AP News - World - 5 days ago

Istanbul Talks 2.0 are a great chance for Zelensky to accept reality

The sooner Kiev and its Western backers realize there will be no one-sided deal, the sooner peace might come

Russia Today - Opinion - 5 days ago

In Istanbul, Russia plays chess while the West is stuck in make-believe

The war can only end on Moscow’s terms. The West’s inability to accept this harsh reality keeps Ukraine bleeding.

Aljazeera - Opinion - 5 days ago

Russian drone strike in Ukraine kills 9, injures 4 after peace talks, officials say

A Russian drone strike hit a passenger bus in northeastern Ukraine on Saturday, killing nine people and injuring four others, according to Ukrainian officials.

Fox News - World - 5 days ago

Nine killed in Russian strike on civilian bus in Ukraine

The strike comes just hours after Russia and Ukraine held their first direct peace talks

Evening Standard - World - 6 days ago

Zelenskyy speaks with Trump, allies after Russia peace talks broker no ceasefire

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and world leaders discuss Russia's rejection of a ceasefire. President Donald Trump emphasizes the need for a direct meeting with Putin to resolve the conflict.

Fox News - World - 6 days ago

Ukraine and Russia agree to swap prisoners of war

Delegates met for the first time since March 2022 as White House pushes for end to conflict

Evening Standard - World - 6 days ago

China and Russia plan to build nuclear power station on moon

Planned for 2035, the nuclear reactor would power research and exploration of the moon's south pole as part of the the International Lunar Research Station project.

Deutsche Welle - Science - 6 days ago

Trump, after skipping Russia-Ukraine peace talks, wants to meet Putin 'as soon as we can set it up'

Trump seeks a meeting with Putin to discuss the Ukraine war after skipping peace talks. Zelenskyy accuses Russia of not being serious about ending the conflict.

Fox News - World - 6 days ago

China and Russia are deploying powerful new weapons: ideas

The West is retreating from the battle of the narrative

Economist - World - 7 days ago

Russia and Ukraine Prepare for Direct Peace Talks in Turkey

Ukraine and Russia are set to engage in direct peace talks in Turkey on May 15, with key questions surrounding who will attend, what can be achieved, and who will bear responsibility if the talks fail.

OilPrice.com - World - 8 days ago

Diplomacy rekindled: Türkiye's renewed role in Russia-Ukraine mediation

Türkiye’s balanced diplomacy is key in mediating the Russia-Ukraine conflict, offering hope for peace

Daily Sabah - Opinion - 9 days ago

Trump Considers Joining Ukraine-Russia Talks in Turkey

US and European diplomats are discussing a path to peace in Ukraine following Donald Trump's offer to join potential Ukraine-Russia talks in Turkey, with Ukraine expressing readiness for direct discussions and a cease-fire.

OilPrice.com - World - 9 days ago

Drones Hit Ukraine As Zelensky Awaits Putin Reply On Talks

Russia fired more than 100 drones at Ukraine overnight, Kyiv said Monday as it awaits the Kremlin's response to Volodymyr Zelensky's call for a personal meeting with Vladimir Putin this week.

International Business Times - Top Stories - 10 days ago

Border States Demand Changes to Ukraine Trade Deal

The EU's temporary trade liberalization measures for Ukraine are set to expire, leading to negotiations for a new trade regime under the EU-Ukraine Association Agreement.

OilPrice.com - World - 19 days ago

Why Russia and China are Vying For Influence in Afghanistan

Several countries, including Russia, China, and India, are engaging with the Taliban despite ongoing human rights concerns, as the Taliban seeks international legitimacy and various nations pursue their own economic and security interests in Afghanistan.

OilPrice.com - World - 20 days ago

Trump says 'Crimea will stay with Russia' as he seeks end to war in Ukraine and secure mineral deal

U.S. President Donald Trump said in an interview published Friday that ''Crimea will stay with Russia," the latest example of how he's pressuring Ukraine to make concessions to end the war while the country remains under siege.

Star Tribune - Top Stories - 27 days ago

U.S. proposes lighter sanctions on Russia as part of peace plan with Ukraine: Bloomberg

U.S. proposals for ending the war were shared in Paris on Thursday, according to Bloomberg.

CNBC - World - 1 month ago

'Pissed off' at Putin, Trump threatens tariffs on Russian oil if Moscow blocks Ukraine deal

U.S. President Donald Trump said on Sunday he was 'pissed off' at Russian President Vladimir Putin and will impose secondary tariffs of 25 percent to 50 percent on buyers of Russian oil if he feels Moscow is blocking his efforts to end the war in Ukraine.

Korea Times - Opinion - 1 month ago

US says Russia escalated Ukraine conflict by deploying North Koreans

Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said on Monday that the outgoing administration was adding fuel to the fire and seeking to escalate the conflict in Ukraine.

Euractiv - World - 1 month 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 - 2 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 - 2 months ago

Russia criticizes US cease-fire idea for Ukraine as Putin plays hardball

Moscow's advances along front in recent months and Trump's attempt to strike peace deal to end three-year-old conflict have raised fears that Kyiv, which was backed by the West, could lose the war

YNET News - World - 2 months ago

Ukraine says ready for 30-day cease-fire, as US resumes military aid and intelligence sharing

After 9 hours of discussions in Saudi Arabia, Washington and Kiev announced that Ukraine agreed to temporary cease-fire with Russia, and US resumption of providing combat equipment and critical information; Ukraine: 'The offer is positive and will prove whether Russia wants peace or not,' Trump: 'I will speak with Putin this week, hoping for a full cease-fire within days. I will invite Zelensky back'

YNET News - World - 2 months ago

Zelensky ready to make a deal, Trump tells Congress

Trump reads out from a letter sent by the Ukrainian president, adding that Zelensky is ready to sign a mineral deal at any time; the president barely mentions the Middle East in a 100-minute speach as freed hostages listen on

YNET News - World - 2 months ago

Trump pauses all US military aid to Ukraine after angry clash with Zelensky

US president suggests minerals deal with Ukraine still possible; Vance says best security is US economic stake in Ukraine; European leaders propose peace plan, seek US support

YNET News - World - 2 months ago

After Trump-Zelensky showdown, Netanyahu should take note that friendship with president could end

Opinion: Despite seemingly strong and friendly bond between Israel and US, Zelensky shouting match shows POTUS may be driven more by impulses and frustrations, than clear policy goals

YNET News - Opinion - 2 months ago

Ukraine captured 2 North Korean soldiers fighting for Russia

Ukraine's forces have captured two North Korean soldiers fighting alongside Russian troops in Russia's Kursk border region, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said on Saturday.

Washington Times - World - 4 months ago

In the Ukraine Conflict, Fake Fact-Checks Are Being Used to Spread Disinformation

Social media posts debunking purported Ukrainian disinformation are themselves fake. That doesn’t stop them from being featured on Russian state TV.

ProPublica - Technology - 5 months ago

Former British soldier fighting for Ukraine captured by Russia in Kursk

James Scott Rhys Anderson is shown in a video with his hands appearing tied together

Telegraph UK - World - 5 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 - 10 months 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

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