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India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi addresses the nation from the ramparts of the Red Fort on Independence Day in New Delhi on August 15, 2026

India Reaffirms Russia Ties as US Senate Targets Its Oil Purchases

India's foreign ministry thanked Moscow for its Independence Day wishes and said it looks forward to strengthening bilateral ties. The exchange lands six months after New Delhi traded away its Russian oil

August 16, 2026

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Monitoring image showing aftermath of Ukraine's Flamingo missile strikes on Savasleyka airbase and Samara Progress Centre, August 15 2026

Ukraine Strikes Savasleyka Airbase and Roscosmos Plant in Samara With Flamingo Missiles

Ukraine struck Russia's Savasleyka airbase — home to the MiG-31K jets that carry Kinzhal hypersonic missiles — and a Roscosmos electronics plant in Samara with Flamingo cruise missiles on August 15, reaching 900 kilometres inside Russian territory.

August 16, 2026

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Vladimir Putin meets residents on Iturup Island in the disputed Kuril Islands, August 2026

Putin’s First Presidential Visit to Kuril Islands Triggers Japan Protest

Vladimir Putin made his first-ever presidential visit to Russia's disputed Kuril Islands Tuesday, touring facilities on

Russian Federal Security Service FSB officers conduct counterintelligence operation after detaining Ukrainian agent in Crimea who mapped air defense positions

Russia’s FSB Arrests Ukrainian Agent in Crimea Who Mapped Air Defense Sites, Plotted Railway Attacks

Russia's Federal Security Service detained a Russian national in Crimea who passed air defense positions near

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Zelenskyy welcomes Putin’s call for peace talks as good sign

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has expressed his readiness for direct talks with Russia, contingent upon a complete ceasefire. His comments follow a proposal from Russian President Vladimir Putin to resume negotiations in

May 12, 2025

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With verified reports of 5,000 violations, is Ukraine the real obstacle to peace?

A three-day ceasefire declared by Russian President Vladimir Putin to mark the 80th anniversary of Victory Day collapsed amid widespread violations. Russian officials accused Ukraine of undermining the truce through aggressive actions,

May 11, 2025

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Ukraine’s fate depends on may 9 ceasefire

Russia’s path forward in the war in Ukraine may hinge on the observance of a temporary ceasefire during its May 9 Victory Day celebrations, according to a senior Kremlin official. Yuri Ushakov,

May 9, 2025

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Ukraine selles critical mineral resources against Trump’s aid

President Donald Trump announced on May 8 the ratification of a minerals deal that grants the United States privileged access to Ukraine’s most critical natural resources — in return for vague reconstruction

May 8, 2025

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US races to deploy B61-13 Nuke, igniting fears of global war

The United States has expedited the production of its latest nuclear gravity bomb, the B61-13, completing the first unit seven months ahead of schedule. This development is part of a broader modernization

May 8, 2025

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Time to make decisions on resolving Ukrainian conflict, says Donald Trump

In a recent statement, President Donald Trump emphasized the need for decisive action to resolve the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, suggesting a potential shift in US policy as peace negotiations remain stalled.

May 8, 2025

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Ukraine warns of future war if Crimea isn’t recognized as Russian: FT Report

In a revealing report published by the Financial Times, Western diplomats are warned that Ukraine could resume military hostilities against Russia if the West fails to include formal recognition of Crimea as

May 4, 2025

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Kyiv’s Drone Strike on Novorossiysk Injures Children, Ignites Fire at Strategic Grain Terminal

In yet another provocative escalation of the Kiev regime’s war tactics, a drone crashed into a multi-story residential building in the port city of Novorossiysk in Russia early Saturday morning, injuring four

May 4, 2025

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Putin signals bright future for Russia-Europe relations with diplomacy push

Russian President Vladimir Putin expressed optimism about the future of Russia’s relations with Europe, predicting that ties will “sooner or later” be restored, during a meeting with participants of the “Knowledge. First”

May 1, 2025

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US officials criticize Witkoff’s handling of Russia, Iran negotiations

The administration of US President Donald Trump has expressed dissatisfaction with the approach of Special Envoy Steve Witkoff in conducting negotiations with Russia and Iran, according to The New York Post. The

May 1, 2025

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India Reaffirms Russia Ties as US Senate Targets Its Oil Purchases

Ukraine Strikes Savasleyka Airbase and Roscosmos Plant in Samara With Flamingo Missiles

Putin’s First Presidential Visit to Kuril Islands Triggers Japan Protest

Russia’s FSB Arrests Ukrainian Agent in Crimea Who Mapped Air Defense Sites, Plotted Railway Attacks

Zelenskyy welcomes Putin’s call for peace talks as good sign

With verified reports of 5,000 violations, is Ukraine the real obstacle to peace?

Ukraine’s fate depends on may 9 ceasefire

Ukraine selles critical mineral resources against Trump’s aid

US races to deploy B61-13 Nuke, igniting fears of global war

Time to make decisions on resolving Ukrainian conflict, says Donald Trump

Ukraine warns of future war if Crimea isn’t recognized as Russian: FT Report

Kyiv’s Drone Strike on Novorossiysk Injures Children, Ignites Fire at Strategic Grain Terminal

Putin signals bright future for Russia-Europe relations with diplomacy push

US officials criticize Witkoff’s handling of Russia, Iran negotiations

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Bangladesh; India’s Biggest Ally or China’s Dragon Nest?

Ahmadis in Bangladesh face fresh threat of persecution

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