Tuesday, June 30, 2026

Russia

October 18, 2025

Of Trump, peace deals and the day after

If he pushes for a two-state solution and manages to get Vladimir Putin and Volodymyr Zelenskyy to a round table, that might be the medal-worthy deal of our lifetime!

Donald Trump official portrait
October 10, 2025

Kremlin says Istanbul negotiation process over Ukraine ‘on hold’

Mr Peskov claimed that Ukraine has not responded to a draft document that includes a proposal to set up three working groups.

Dmitry Peskov
September 30, 2025

EU companies paid Russia billions in taxes on LNG imports: Report

Russia is profiting significantly from the sale of liquefied natural gas to companies in the European Union, according to a report published on Tuesday.

EU leaders
September 24, 2025

Russia plans tax hike to finance war against Ukraine

Russia plans that the VAT rate would increase to 22 per cent from the current 20 per cent.

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September 23, 2025

Russia launches first BRICS-wide special economic zones digital map

The platform offers comprehensive information on SEZs across BRICS nations.

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September 23, 2025

U.S. may cease effort to resolve Ukraine conflict, impose new sanctions on Russia  

Mr Rubio told NBC, ““We are the only ones that can talk to Ukraine and Russia, and everyone has encouraged us to play that role.”

Donald Trump official portrait
September 22, 2025

UN expert indicts Russian doctors in torture of prisoners

Ms Katzarova said that a Ukrainian soldier injured in captivity underwent a surgery but then the doctor branded his abdomen with the words “Glory to Russia.’’

RUSSIAN FLAG
September 19, 2025

EU Commission to ban Russian LNG imports by 2027

The commission stated that the ban is to commence early in 2027 as part of the bloc’s 19th package of sanctions against Russia.

Ursula von der Leyen
September 18, 2025

Zelensky says Russia too weak for new major offensives

President Volodymyr Zelensky said Russia lacked the strength to mount large-scale new offensives, citing heavy troop losses after more than three and a half years of war.

Ravaged Ukraine
September 15, 2025

Samuel Umtiti announces retirement at 31

The Cameroon-born French footballer has been without a club since his departure from Lille at the end of last season.

Samuel Umtiti