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Ukraine launched a drone attack on Russia's Nizhnekamsk, killing 12 and injuring 39, targeting a major oil refinery, with President Zelenskyy linking strikes to pressure on Moscow.
A Ukrainian drone strike on a Russian refining hub resulted in 12 fatalities, marking a significant escalation in attacks targeting Russia's energy infrastructure.
A Ukrainian drone strike on Russia's Tatarstan region killed at least 13 people, including one child, and injured 39 others, according to Russian officials.
Hormuz Tensions Surge After Reports of Another Tanker Strike
Tensions in the Strait of Hormuz have escalated after reports of another tanker strike. The incident has raised concerns about the safety of oil shipments and the potential for further conflict in the region.
Ukraine, Russia Accuse Each Other of Lethal Attacks, Odesa Port Damaged
Ukraine and Russia accused each other of lethal attacks on Sunday, with Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy saying Moscow was targeting global food security by striking Odesa's seaport. Three people were killed and 37 wounded in the eastern Ukrainian city of Kharkiv, …
Germany is facing daily 'hybrid warfare' attacks from abroad, an official has said, days after an explosive-laden drone was discovered at Leipzig/Halle Airport. Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt told the local newspaper Bild am Sonntag on Sunday that foreign powers wan…
Ukraine's President, Wolodymyr Selenskyj, has threatened a 'proportionate response' to Russia's recent attacks on the country. The attacks, which included a massive rocket strike on the city of Odessa, have left hundreds of thousands without power.
Russia and Ukraine exchanged strikes overnight that killed civilians and injured many others on both sides, local authorities reported. Large-scale Russian missile strikes on Ukrainian cities have become almost routine in recent weeks.
Germany's Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt has raised alarm over the growing threat of hybrid warfare, citing daily attacks from abroad. The government plans to boost its anti-drone capacity to meet the threat.
Syria, Russia agree to end military use of key Mediterranean bases
Syria and Russia have agreed to end Moscow's use of two strategic Mediterranean bases as military outposts, Syria's foreign ministry said Sunday.
Damasco Agrees with Moscow to Maintain Russian Bases in the Syrian Mediterranean
Damasco and Moscow have agreed to maintain two Russian military bases in the Syrian Mediterranean, with a redefinition of functions after a year and a half of negotiations. The bases will be converted into 'joint training and rehabilitation centers' within three months.
Russia has expanded its specialist team at Iran's Bushehr nuclear power plant, with an initial team of five Russian specialists now working at the facility. The total number of Russian personnel at the plant has reached 25, with plans to expand the workforce to 100 specia…
Russia: Facing Fuel Shortages, Moscow Forced to Import Gasoline from Morocco
Russia imported gasoline from Morocco for the first time in July 2026, a move necessitated by domestic fuel shortages caused by Ukrainian drone attacks on its refineries. This marks a new supplier for Russia amidst existing US sanctions, with Washington reportedly not blo…
Russia and Ukraine exchange overnight strikes, WHO confirms warehouse destroyed
Russia and Ukraine conducted overnight missile and drone strikes, resulting in several deaths and injuries across both nations. A World Health Organization (WHO) warehouse in Dnipro, Ukraine, storing emergency health supplies, was confirmed destroyed.
Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskiy reported that the Odesa seaport sustained damage from an overnight Russian attack, wounding eight people and disrupting power to parts of the city. He stated that Russia's actions threaten global food security.
Ukraine Braces for Winter Power Crisis After Russian Strikes, Zelensky Says
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky warned that Ukraine faces a winter with virtually no working thermal power plants after overnight Russian strikes killed four people, including a three-year-old child.
Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy warned that the country is facing a tough winter with virtually no working thermal power plants after overnight Russian strikes left four dead, including a child, in the Kyiv region.
Hardware wallet sales in Russia have more than doubled in the first half of 2026, according to data from two major retailers, as the country prepares to introduce new crypto rules.
A drone exploded in Bulgaria near the Trans-Balkan gas pipeline, and unidentified unmanned aerial vehicles have entered European territory, raising concerns of Russian escalation due to the ongoing war in Ukraine.
US Senate passes sweeping sanctions targeting Russian energy revenues
The U.S. Senate overwhelmingly passed a bipartisan sanctions package targeting Russian energy revenues, aiming to deprive President Putin of funds for the war in Ukraine.
Russia’s only anti-war party eyes support boost at elections
Russia's liberal Yabloko party is hoping to use parliamentary elections to raise its profile, casting itself as the only opposition group in favor of a ceasefire in the Ukraine war.
Russian missile attacks near Kyiv killed at least three people, including a child, and wounded three others, causing significant damage to buildings and infrastructure. This comes amidst an escalation of hostilities and faltering mediation talks.
The Russian embassy in Berlin has denied involvement in the recent drone incident at the Leipzig/Halle airport, calling it a 'staged provocation' aimed at serving the interests of Ukraine and the 'militarist wing of the European political class'. The incident has sparked …
US Senate Approves Sweeping Russia Sanctions Bill Targeting Energy Income
The US Senate has approved a sweeping sanctions package targeting Russia's energy revenues, including Russian officials, oligarchs, financial institutions, and the so-called shadow fleet. The bill would allow President Donald Trump to set tariffs of up to 500% on Russian …
The US Senate has passed a bipartisan sanctions package aimed at tightening economic pressure on Russia and Iran. The bill authorises the US president to impose punitive tariffs and sanctions on countries that continue importing significant volumes of Russian oil and gas.…
Russian President Vladimir Putin and UAE President Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan discussed Gulf and Ukraine developments in a phone call, emphasizing the importance of quickly reaching agreements to normalize the situation.
A young man from Equatorial Guinea, Daniel Angel Masie Nchama, recounts his harrowing experience after being lured to Russia with false promises of work, only to be forced to fight on the front lines in Ukraine.
A drone loaded with explosives was discovered at Leipzig airport, forcing one runway into lockdown. The investigation is ongoing, but there are concerns about a potential link to Russia, which has a history of hybrid warfare.
A U.S. Marine Corps veteran detained in Russia since 2022 is now hospitalized in serious condition. His advocate is urging the Trump administration to push for his immediate release on humanitarian grounds.
Russian President Vladimir Putin signed the country's first comprehensive law governing digital currencies on Tuesday, state news agency Tass reported. The legislation sets rules for how crypto is issued, stored, accounted for, and traded, wrapping exchanges, digital depo…