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Politics · UkraineTrump waives Russia sanctions, Zelensky calls move 'wrong'
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has criticised US President Donald Trump's decision to waive new sanctions on Russia, stating it 'rewards' Moscow. The sanctions targeted Russia's energy and defense sectors, as well as Putin and a 'shadow fleet' of tankers.
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Conflict & Security · RussiaUkraine forces strike Roboavia drone plant and Bryansk missile depot
Ukrainian forces struck a drone production facility in Russia's Rostov region and a missile brigade logistics warehouse in the Bryansk region. The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine confirmed both strikes, which occurred on October 16 and October 12, respectively.
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Politics · UkraineKremlin agrees with Trump on Zelensky's peace stance, says Peskov
Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov announced that Russia fully agrees with U.S. President Donald Trump's assessment of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky's unwillingness to pursue a peaceful settlement. Trump had previously stated Zelensky is difficult to deal with and avoids taking responsibility for peace.
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Conflict & Security · Middle EastGeneral Warned of Missile Shortage Before Iran War
Army Chief of Staff Gen. Randy George warned in December of a critical missile defense munitions shortage that could last five years. He was ousted in April during the Iran war. Pentagon spokesman Sean Parnell denies any such shortage exists.
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Politics · UkraineTrump criticises Zelensky, questions Ukraine's peace efforts
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.
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Conflict & Security · RussiaPutin says Ukraine refinery attacks caused little damage, vows response
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.
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Conflict & Security · UkrainePolish Minister Contacts Musk Over Starlink Speed Limits in Ukraine
Poland's Foreign Minister Radoslav Sikorsky has contacted SpaceX CEO Elon Musk regarding reported speed limitations on Starlink terminals in Ukraine. Ukrainian officials confirmed the restrictions, which they say have impacted military missions.
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Politics · UkraineMeloni calls US-Russia diesel deal 'very risky choice'
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has described the US-Russia diesel supply deal as a "very risky choice." She warned the agreement could provide new revenue for Russia to finance the war in Ukraine and legitimize Moscow's actions.
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Politics · UkraineTrump says Putin and Zelensky must meet to end Ukraine war
Donald Trump has called on the leaders of Russia and Ukraine to meet and resolve the conflict. He stated that 32,000 people had died in the war this month and claimed a ceasefire had been agreed.
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Media · RussiaZelensky claims fewer bots after Ukraine attacks Yandex data centres
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.
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Politics · RussiaEU Adds 1,600 Entities to Russia Sanctions List
The EU has added nearly 1,600 individuals and entities to its sanctions list against Russia. EU High Representative Kaja Kallas stated over half are linked to the ballistic missile production chain. This marks the largest single addition of entities since the full-scale invasion of Ukraine.
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Politics · UkraineElon Musk backs Trump's criticism of Zelensky
Elon Musk has publicly supported Donald Trump's criticism of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. Musk stated on X that Zelensky has "gone too far," a comment made in response to Trump's call for Ukraine to find a new president and his criticism of attacks on Russian oil refineries.
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Conflict & Security · UkrainePutin received Trump's Ukraine de-escalation ideas with understanding, says Kremlin
Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov stated that Russian President Vladimir Putin received US proposals on de-escalation measures with understanding. Donald Trump conveyed these ideas to Putin during a phone call on Friday, which was largely dedicated to finding a way out of the conflict. US, Ukrainian, and European officials also met in Miami to discuss ending the fighting.
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Conflict & Security · UkraineRubio: No immediate prospects for Ukraine war settlement
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated that there are currently no prospects for a negotiated settlement to the war in Ukraine. He described the conflict as a strategic stalemate, with Russia seeking full control of the Donetsk region, a condition Ukraine finds unacceptable. Rubio also voiced concerns about escalation and potential Russian tactics during winter.
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Politics · UkraineSenators urge Trump administration to speed up Russian sanctions
Bipartisan Senate leaders have written to the Trump administration urging faster implementation of Russian sanctions. They highlighted concerns about a 'shadow fleet' of tankers and a Russian satellite system as immediate priorities to counter Moscow's financial support for the war in Ukraine.
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Russia's 2026 War Spending Projected to Reach $200 Billion
Russia's military spending in 2026 is projected to reach approximately 17 trillion rubles, or about $200 billion, a 40% increase over the original budget. This decision was made by Vladimir Putin in late 2025, following a meeting with Donald Trump, after the Kremlin concluded a peace agreement with Ukraine was unlikely.
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Conflict & Security · RussiaSouth Korea shipped over 176,000 tonnes of fuel to Russia
Over 176,000 tonnes of fuel, primarily diesel, were shipped from South Korean ports to Russia in July and August 2026. Seven Russian tankers, three of which are under UK and EU sanctions, made 14 voyages.
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Conflict & Security · UkraineRussia begins Ukraine energy strikes earlier than usual, ISW says
Russia has started its campaign of strikes on Ukraine's energy infrastructure earlier than in previous years, according to the Institute for the Study of War. Analysts suggest this is to maximise damage before Ukraine can develop countermeasures.
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Politics · RussiaFilmmaker Zvyagintsev's new film addresses Putin's war in Ukraine
Exiled Russian filmmaker Andrey Zvyagintsev's new film, 'Minotaur,' addresses the war in Ukraine. The film, which won the Grand Prix at Cannes, centers on a logistics company owner pressured to identify employees for military service. Zvyagintsev, designated a 'foreign agent' by Russia, left the country in 2021.
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Politics · UkraineUS-Russia talks on Ukraine include Lukoil oil deal
Negotiations between the US and Russia aimed at ending the war in Ukraine have reportedly expanded to include a multibillion-dollar oil deal involving Lukoil's international assets. The proposed transaction requires approval from both governments and could benefit business figures with ties to US negotiators.
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