e1.ru media bias and reliability
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What e1.ru has been covering
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Donald Trump has criticised Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, stating he is "not a good guy for us to deal with" and questioning his willingness to end the Russia-Ukraine war. Trump's comments came after Ukraine resumed strikes on Russian oil refineries.
e1.ru reported it as100 Days without Attacks and a New Deal without Zelensky: the Main Thing About SVR in a Week. (opens e1.ru in a new tab)
Donald Trump has described Ukrainian attacks on Russian oil refineries as "disgraceful", claiming they are driving up global oil prices. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky decided to resume these attacks after a three-day pause.
e1.ru reported it as100 Days without Attacks and a New Deal without Zelensky: the Main Thing About SVR in a Week. (opens e1.ru in a new tab)
Tesla has unveiled a redesigned Roadster at SpaceX's Texas facility, featuring rocket-style thrusters that enabled it to perform aerial stunts. Production is planned to begin in 2028, with claims of accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h in under a second.
e1.ru reported it asTesla Introduced a Flying Car: Look at What Used to Be Considered Science Fiction (opens e1.ru in a new tab)
The Thwaites Glacier in West Antarctica is melting at an accelerated rate, according to new research published in Nature Communications. Scientists warn this could significantly increase its contribution to global sea level rise, with potential consequences for coastal communities worldwide.
e1.ru reported it asThe Doomsday Glacier Is Melting Faster and More Aggressively — It Will Destroy Thousands of Cities Around the World (opens e1.ru in a new tab)
Ukraine has resumed attacks on Russian oil refineries, with President Volodymyr Zelensky declaring an end to an energy truce. The move follows a unilateral ceasefire proposal by former US President Donald Trump, which was not confirmed by Russia or Ukraine.
e1.ru reported it asUkraine Will Hit the Oil Plants Again, and the US Has Lifted the Ban. (opens e1.ru in a new tab)
Russian President Vladimir Putin stated that recent Ukrainian attacks on oil refineries did not cause significant damage. He also said Russia would respond to the attacks. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov commented on European countries' "destructive position" regarding Russian diesel exports.
e1.ru reported it asThe Drones Hit the NHP and the Warehouse in the Ryazan Region: What Is Known About the Massive Attack (opens e1.ru in a new tab)
Russia launched a large-scale attack on Ukraine's energy and communications infrastructure, hitting facilities in Kyiv and Kharkiv. Russia's Defence Ministry stated the targets served military purposes, while Ukraine reported civilian deaths and injuries and a lack of prior warning from Western allies.
e1.ru reported it asIn Kiev, All the CHPs, the Largest Energy Facilities and the CDC Were Hit: What Is Known (opens e1.ru in a new tab)
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that Ukraine did not receive advance intelligence from its partners regarding a Russian ballistic missile strike on Kyiv. He described the attack as "particularly vile" and stressed the importance of early warnings for saving lives.
e1.ru reported it asIn Kiev, All the CHPs, the Largest Energy Facilities and the CDC Were Hit: What Is Known (opens e1.ru in a new tab)
NATO's Supreme Allied Commander Europe, General Alexus Grynkewich, has outlined a strategy for countering any attack on alliance members. The "theory of victory" involves a three-step approach to "block, blunt and break" an aggressor, amid ongoing warnings about potential Russian escalation.
e1.ru reported it asNATO Is Preparing for War with Russia — an Alliance Has Developed a War Plan (opens e1.ru in a new tab)
Hassan Kariem, a teacher at Wesley International Academy, died after falling from the Goliath roller coaster at Six Flags Over Georgia. Police stated he was ejected from the ride and struck other patrons before falling. Six Flags temporarily closed nine similar roller coasters.
e1.ru reported it asThe Man Fell Off the Roller Coaster and Crashed to Death, as It Happened. (opens e1.ru in a new tab)
A report published in The Lancet has identified 17 major threats to human survival by the year 2100. Malicious use of artificial intelligence and nuclear conflict are highlighted as the most significant dangers, alongside issues like climate change, obesity, and pandemics.
e1.ru reported it asWhy Humanity Won't Live to 2100: Scientists' Warning (opens e1.ru in a new tab)
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky stated that social media has become less hostile and experienced fewer bots following Ukrainian attacks on Yandex data centers. Cloudflare data shows a significant drop in YandexBot traffic after drone strikes on Yandex data centers.
e1.ru reported it asThe Drones Hit Another Yandex Center, Where People Stopped Using Apps. (opens e1.ru in a new tab)
The United Kingdom has introduced 38 new sanctions against Russia, targeting key sectors including oil companies, shadow fleet tankers, cryptocurrency exchanges, and suppliers of military equipment. The measures aim to restrict Russia's revenue and disrupt its ability to fund and equip its war in Ukraine.
e1.ru reported it asPutin Spoke to Trump: After Talking, the US Decided to Lift One of Russia's Most Important Sanctions. (opens e1.ru in a new tab)
Donald Trump announced an agreement for Russia to supply over 300,000 tonnes of diesel immediately, with further shipments planned. Kirill Dmitriev, a Russian special representative, stated the cooperation would benefit global markets.
e1.ru reported it asPutin Spoke to Trump: After Talking, the US Decided to Lift One of Russia's Most Important Sanctions. (opens e1.ru in a new tab)
US Treasury Secretary Scott Besant asserted the government possesses the legal authority to proceed with a diesel deal involving Russia. He stated the agreement is intended to reduce fuel prices for American consumers.
e1.ru reported it asPutin Spoke to Trump: After Talking, the US Decided to Lift One of Russia's Most Important Sanctions. (opens e1.ru in a new tab)
The Kremlin has stated that no date has been agreed for a phone call between Russian President Vladimir Putin and US President Donald Trump. Trump had previously announced that a call was scheduled to take place 'very soon'. The discussion was expected to touch on a suspected case of pneumonic plague in Siberia.
e1.ru reported it asPutin Is Preparing for a Conversation with Trump: What Are the Prospects for Peace in Ukraine (opens e1.ru in a new tab)
The Liberian-flagged tanker Aframax Rio caught fire off the coast of Sochi after being attacked by unmanned surface vessels, according to the Russian Transport Ministry. All 23 crew members, who were Indian nationals, were rescued without injury.
e1.ru reported it asIn the Black Sea, Oil Is on Fire After the Attack on the Tanker, and the Beaches Are Closed in Sochi. (opens e1.ru in a new tab)
A Russian drone strike hit a Turkish-owned civilian cargo vessel in the Black Sea, killing two people and injuring several crew members. The ship was carrying corn from Ukraine and heading to Italy when it was attacked.
e1.ru reported it asIn the Black Sea, a Tank Vessel Is Full of Smoke and Flames Are Seen Tens of Kilometres Away. (opens e1.ru in a new tab)
Researchers are employing advanced technologies like LiDAR, drone imagery, and ground-penetrating radar at the Durupınar Formation in Turkey. Some claim the site, a boat-shaped mound, is the resting place of Noah's Ark, citing evidence of man-made structures.
e1.ru reported it as"The Data Are Striking": in Turkey, They Study a Mysterious Object that They Consider to Be a Noah's Ark. (opens e1.ru in a new tab)
Russian President Vladimir Putin has stated that all peace proposals for the war in Ukraine remain on the table. However, he accused Ukraine of launching attacks on Moscow and polling stations, suggesting this would lead to a sustained response from Russia.
e1.ru reported it asPlan for the Settlement of CSBs and the Risk of War with Europe: Putin Addressed the Forum of Uniting Cultures — the Main Statements (opens e1.ru in a new tab)
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What we have seen ourselves
Counted across the stories this site has published, which is the only denominator a reader can check: every one of them has a page, and every page lists the reports it was written from.
- Stories
- 47
- Reports listed
- 49
- We could read
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- First seen
- 1 September 2026
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Measured 18 October 2026. Last seen in a coverage list 18 October 2026. Ratings pulled 1 October 2026.
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