Ukraine conflict
Trump Praises India's Stance on Russian Oil Amid Global Pressure on Energy Sanctions
Oct 30, 2025 05:26 pm CST
US President Donald Trump commended India's approach to Russian oil imports, claiming PM Modi has been "very good" on the issue amid Western pressure to isolate Moscow economically through energy sanctions. India maintains its energy procurement decisions are guided by national interests and consumer protection, even as Trump suggests Modi promised reductions in Russian oil purchases during their discussions.
Trump-Xi Summit: Key Issues from Rare Earth Materials to TikTok in High-Stakes Diplomatic Meeting
Oct 29, 2025 08:14 pm CST
President Trump and President Xi Jinping will meet for the first time since 2019 to address critical issues including rare earth export controls, tariffs, agricultural trade, the Ukraine conflict, Taiwan tensions, semiconductor access, and TikTok's ownership. This high-stakes diplomatic summit comes amid escalating trade disputes between the world's two largest economies as they compete for global influence.
NATO Downplays U.S. Troop Reduction in Eastern Europe as Strategic Adjustment
Oct 29, 2025 07:56 pm CST
NATO officials have confirmed being notified in advance about U.S. plans to reduce troops along the alliance's eastern flank, describing it as a standard adjustment while emphasizing that America's military presence in Europe remains stronger than pre-2022 levels despite concerns from allies about potential Russian aggression.
Russian Drone Warfare: UN Confirms Systematic Targeting and Displacement of Ukrainian Civilians
Oct 28, 2025 01:16 pm CST
A UN inquiry has documented how Russian forces are using armed drones to systematically hunt and displace Ukrainian civilians from frontline areas, constituting crimes against humanity. The report details coordinated campaigns across southern Ukraine where camera-equipped drones pursue, attack, and force thousands to abandon their homes, creating widespread depopulation in affected regions.
Trump Warns Putin About US Nuclear Capabilities Following Russia's Cruise Missile Test
Oct 28, 2025 09:11 am CST
President Trump cautions Putin about US nuclear submarines following Russia's Burevestnik cruise missile test, urging the Russian leader to end the Ukraine conflict instead of developing new weapons. Meanwhile, Putin terminates a plutonium disposal agreement with the US as tensions over nuclear capabilities continue to rise.
Russia's Economic Envoy Criticizes Efforts to Block US-Russia Dialogue Amid Escalating Tensions
Oct 27, 2025 01:16 am CST
Amid rising tensions over the Ukraine conflict, Russia's economic envoy Kirill Dmitriev visits the United States for diplomatic talks, criticizing "titanic attempts" to disrupt Russia-US dialogue following new sanctions. Meanwhile, President Trump cancels a planned meeting with Putin, expressing frustration over Russia's refusal to agree to a ceasefire in Ukraine.
Russia Successfully Tests Burevestnik Nuclear-Powered Missile With Unlimited Range Amid Ukraine Conflict
Oct 26, 2025 06:58 pm CST
Russian President Vladimir Putin announces successful completion of tests for the Burevestnik nuclear-powered cruise missile with "unlimited range" capabilities. This development occurs amid ongoing Ukraine conflict and uncertain peace negotiations with the West, as Russian forces continue to gain ground and diplomatic efforts with Trump administration remain complicated.
US Sanctions on Russian Oil Companies: Impact on Global Markets and India's Energy Security
Oct 23, 2025 05:19 pm CST
The US has imposed significant sanctions on Russia's largest oil companies, Rosneft and Lukoil, in an effort to pressure Vladimir Putin to end the Ukraine war. These measures could substantially impact global energy markets, particularly affecting major Russian oil buyers like India and China. Indian state refiners are now reviewing their Russian oil trade documentation while balancing energy security concerns against international pressure. The sanctions mark a significant escalation in economic measures against Russia's primary revenue source and may reshape global energy trade patterns.
Russia Claims "Strong Immunity" Against US Oil Sanctions Amid Stalled Peace Talks
Oct 23, 2025 04:59 pm CST
Russia has declared immunity to new US sanctions on its major oil companies, asserting the measures are counterproductive to diplomatic efforts to resolve the Ukraine conflict. The sanctions were imposed after President Trump expressed disappointment with stalled peace negotiations, following the collapse of plans for a summit with Putin in Budapest.
European Nations and Ukraine Develop 12-Point Peace Proposal with Trump Oversight Role
Oct 22, 2025 02:54 am CST
European countries are working jointly with Ukraine on a comprehensive 12-point peace plan to end the Russia-Ukraine conflict along current battle lines, with US President Donald Trump potentially chairing the implementation board, according to Bloomberg News sources.