Russia-Ukraine War Shows Cease-Fires Have Lost Meaning Under Trump

Temporary truces have become a tool of performative diplomacy, an end in themselves rather than a prelude to a lasting settlement, analysts say.

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Lithuania’s Peat Bogs Could Help the Climate and Defend the Border, Too

Lithuanian officials hope restored peat bogs can reinforce the border in addition to locking away planet-warming carbon.

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Why the Caspian Sea has become so important in both the Ukraine and Iran wars

The Caspian Sea has enabled Iran and Russia to supply each other with weapons and trade goods despite western sanctions.

 The Conversation > Russia Why the Caspian Sea has become so important in both the Ukraine and Iran wars

Putin Replaces Governors of 2 Regions Bordering Ukraine

The Moscow Times > News Putin Replaces Governors of 2 Regions Bordering Ukraine

Has the Iran War Sealed the Fate of Power of Siberia 2?

The Moscow Times > News Has the Iran War Sealed the Fate of Power of Siberia 2?

Britain’s Former Defense Secretary Is Now a Wanted Man in Russia

The Moscow Times > News Britain’s Former Defense Secretary Is Now a Wanted Man in Russia

At Least 3 Killed in Russian Drone Attacks Across Ukraine

The Moscow Times > News At Least 3 Killed in Russian Drone Attacks Across Ukraine

EU Imports of Russian LNG Surge to Highest Level Since Ukraine Invasion

The Moscow Times > News EU Imports of Russian LNG Surge to Highest Level Since Ukraine Invasion

Russia’s Oil Export Revenue Saw Continued Growth in April, IEA Says

The Moscow Times > News Russia’s Oil Export Revenue Saw Continued Growth in April, IEA Says

Russian Police Issue Arrest Warrant for Ex-Deputy Minister Who Reportedly Fled Country

The Moscow Times > News Russian Police Issue Arrest Warrant for Ex-Deputy Minister Who Reportedly Fled Country

Ukrainian Drone Attack Sparks Fire at Gas Plant in Astrakhan Region

The Moscow Times > News Ukrainian Drone Attack Sparks Fire at Gas Plant in Astrakhan Region

Ukrainian conscription gangs snatch workers from construction site – MP

Dozens of draft officials kidnapped workers from a construction site in the middle of a workday, a Ukrainian MP has said Read Full Article at RT.com

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Inside Russia’s Sarmat: The missile meant to make any enemy think twice

After a successful test launch, Moscow says the first Sarmat regiment will enter combat duty by the end of 2026 Read Full Article at RT.com

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Russia takes hantavirus precautions

Russia’s public health watchdog says it has tightened border controls over concerns about the rare Andes hantavirus strain Read Full Article at RT.com

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Ex-Zelensky aide consulted mystic on key decisions – investigators

Former Zelensky chief of staff Andrey Yermak sought mystical guidance on Ukrainian government appointments, according to court proceedings Read Full Article at RT.com

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A Shift in Ukraine

The Russian military’s progress has slowed to a crawl and Vladimir Putin appears to be under increasing pressure.

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Putin’s Credibility Has Suffered in the Iran War. Or Has It?

Despite its long slog in Ukraine and the loss of former allies like Syria, Russia is benefiting from costly energy, a clever narrative and America’s own failure to achieve a quick victory.

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Russia Keeps Attacking U.S. Firms in Ukraine. The White House Is Silent.

Facilities tied to Coca-Cola, Cargill, Mondelez and others appear to have been deliberately hit. The Trump administration’s muted response has raised concerns.

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Fearful, diminished and isolated: what this year’s Victory Day parade in Moscow tells us about Russia’s war against Ukraine

Russia’s annual Victory Day parade is traditionally a show of military might. But things were different this year.

 The Conversation > Russia Fearful, diminished and isolated: what this year’s Victory Day parade in Moscow tells us about Russia’s war against Ukraine

What is driving Europe’s pro-Russian supporters and their stance on the Russo-Ukrainian conflict?

Research carried out across 18 European countries takes a closer look at pro-Russian support on the continent.

 The Conversation > Russia What is driving Europe’s pro-Russian supporters and their stance on the Russo-Ukrainian conflict?

Finland to Tighten Curbs on Medical Equipment Exports to Russia

The Moscow Times > News Finland to Tighten Curbs on Medical Equipment Exports to Russia

Russian Regions Move Schools Online Amid Drone Attack Fears

The Moscow Times > News Russian Regions Move Schools Online Amid Drone Attack Fears

Russia Slates Sarmat ICBM Deployment for Late 2026

The Moscow Times > News Russia Slates Sarmat ICBM Deployment for Late 2026

Foreign Ministry Accuses West of Seeking Anti-Russian ‘Staging Ground’ in Central Asia

The Moscow Times > News Foreign Ministry Accuses West of Seeking Anti-Russian ‘Staging Ground’ in Central Asia

Teen Arrested After Krasnodar Region School Shooting Leaves 2 Children Injured

The Moscow Times > News Teen Arrested After Krasnodar Region School Shooting Leaves 2 Children Injured

Yulia Navalnaya Rejects Claims of ‘Fictitious Employees’ as FBK Infighting Goes Public

The Moscow Times > News Yulia Navalnaya Rejects Claims of ‘Fictitious Employees’ as FBK Infighting Goes Public

TV Rain Editor-in-Chief Jailed 8 Years in Absentia Over War ‘Fakes’

The Moscow Times > News TV Rain Editor-in-Chief Jailed 8 Years in Absentia Over War ‘Fakes’

Talks with Russia ‘inevitable’ for Europe – Kremlin envoy

The looming energy crisis will inevitably force the EU and UK to resume talks with Russia, Kremlin envoy Kirill Dmitriev has said Read Full Article at RT.com

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Zelensky’s ex-spokeswoman added to state-linked ‘kill list’

Ukraine’s state-backed Mirotvorets website has added Vladimir Zelensky’s former press secretary, Yulia Mendel, to its “kill list” Read Full Article at RT.com

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Remember how the West laughed at Russia’s ‘biolabs’ claims? Here are the facts

What you need to know about the Ukrainian biolab conspiracy that the US tried to deny Read Full Article at RT.com

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