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Politics · Middle EastPutin and Iran's Rezaei Discuss Gas Pipeline and Regional Security
Russian President Vladimir Putin met with Iran's security chief, Mohsen Rezaei, in Moscow to discuss strengthening ties, including a potential gas pipeline. Rezaei delivered a message from Iran's Supreme Leader and the meeting also covered regional security.
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Putin meets Iran's Rezaei in Moscow, message conveyed
Russian President Vladimir Putin met with Mohsen Rezaei, head of Iran's Security Council, in Moscow. Rezaei conveyed a message from Iran's Supreme Leader, the content of which was not disclosed. The meeting took place at the Kremlin.
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Business & Economy · United StatesRussia denies US diesel tankers changed course
Russia's Direct Investment Fund head, Kirill Dmitriev, has denied reports that two of three Russian diesel tankers bound for the US had changed course. He stated the vessels are continuing their journey to the United States, countering claims they were rerouted to Brazil and the Mediterranean.
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Politics · United StatesPutin Envoy Dmitriev to Meet US Officials at White House
Russian President Vladimir Putin's special envoy, Kirill Dmitriev, will attend a White House event hosted by First Lady Melania Trump and meet with US administration officials. This marks the first direct contact between Russian and US officials since the US midterm elections, with a focus on humanitarian initiatives.
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Conflict & Security · Middle EastRussia to Supply Iran with 90 Missile Launchers
Russia has agreed to supply Iran with 90 missile launchers designed for the 'Izdelije 305' guided missile, which Russian forces use in Ukraine. The deal, revealed by the Financial Times, is based on production documents and also shows China ordering 192 launchers.
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Conflict & Security · UkraineErdogan Plans Putin Talks on Ukraine After Zelensky Meeting
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan intends to speak with Russian President Vladimir Putin about the Ukraine war after meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. Erdogan made the remarks to journalists on his return flight from South Korea on November 5, 2026.
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Conflict & Security · UkraineZelensky says Russia planning energy attacks during US midterms
Volodymyr Zelensky warned on November 2, 2026, that Russia is preparing a massive attack on Ukraine's energy and logistics infrastructure. He believes Moscow intends to exploit the distraction of the US midterm elections to carry out the strikes.
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Conflict & Security · United KingdomRoyal Navy tracked Russian ship Viktor Leonov near NATO drills
The Royal Navy tracked a Russian intelligence-gathering ship, the Viktor Leonov, off the coast of Scotland. The vessel was observed monitoring NATO military exercises, leading to the deployment of Royal Navy helicopters.
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Ukrainian drones hit Samara oil facility
Ukrainian drones struck the Samara Linear Production and Dispatch Station in Russia's Samara region on the night of 2 November 2026. The facility, described as Europe's largest oil tank farm, has been targeted multiple times previously.
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Business & Economy · UkraineUS Pushes to Resume Russian Gas Exports Through Ukraine
The United States has been pressing since September to resume Russian natural gas exports to Europe through pipelines that cross Ukraine. This initiative is reportedly part of talks aimed at securing a ceasefire over energy facilities, with US envoys Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff said to have proposed the idea.
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Politics · United StatesTrump says US spies better than China and Russia
Donald Trump stated that the US conducts intelligence operations against China and Russia, asserting that American spying capabilities surpass those of its adversaries. He made these remarks at a rally in Iowa.
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Politics · United StatesLavrov: Zelensky must travel to Moscow for Putin meeting
Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky must travel to Moscow if he wishes to meet with President Vladimir Putin. Lavrov made the remarks following a G20 Foreign Ministers' meeting in Atlanta.
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Politics · Middle EastRussia vetoes US resolution on Western Sahara mission
Russia vetoed a US-drafted resolution aimed at ending the UN peacekeeping mission in Western Sahara and establishing a new political one. A subsequent Russian proposal to extend the existing mission for a year also failed to pass.
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Conflict & Security · UkraineUkraine Seeks UN Security Council Meeting After Russian Strikes
Ukraine has requested an emergency meeting of the UN Security Council following a wave of Russian missile and drone attacks that targeted civilian infrastructure and residential buildings, killing at least 20 people. Kyiv accuses Russia of using its veto power to block UN action.
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PoliticsEstonian PM Defies Pentagon on Russia Comments
Estonian Prime Minister Kristen Michal has stated he will not moderate his criticism of Vladimir Putin, calling him a dictator who kills women and children. This comes after reports that the Pentagon asked Baltic states not to provoke Russia.
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Politics · United StatesUS Scraps G20 Photo Amid Diplomatic Rifts
The United States cancelled a planned group photo at the G20 foreign ministers meeting in Atlanta due to deep rifts among member nations. Several European diplomats objected to standing alongside Russia's top diplomat, Sergey Lavrov, leading to the cancellation.
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Politics · UkrainePoliticians urge EU to seize €210bn in Russian assets for Ukraine
Four senior politicians have called on the European Union to seize €210 billion in frozen Russian assets. They argue these funds could finance Ukraine's defence and reconstruction, and that Russia has a legal obligation to pay for its invasion.
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Politics · UkrainePentagon asks Baltic states to moderate Russia rhetoric
Pentagon officials have asked several NATO countries, including Lithuania, Latvia, and Estonia, to tone down their public rhetoric regarding the threat posed by Russia. The request stems from concerns that some European statements have undermined continental security.
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Conflict & Security · AfricaEthiopia receives first 12 Russian Su-35 jets, thanks Putin for early delivery
Ethiopia took delivery of twelve Russian Su‑35 fighter jets a year ahead of schedule, with Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed thanking President Vladimir Putin. The government also said four S‑400 air‑defence batteries will follow while the army continues operations against rebel groups in northern Ethiopia.
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Politics · United StatesAI disinformation videos target US Senate candidates
Social media videos believed to be AI-generated and linked to Russia are targeting two Democratic US Senate candidates. The videos misuse real people's names and photographs to spread disinformation as midterm elections approach.
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