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US Treasury Announces New Russia Sanctions Amid Escalating Ukraine Conflict and Failed Peace Efforts
Oct 23, 2025 04:23 am CST
The Trump administration is set to announce significant new sanctions against Russia as peace negotiations stall and Ukraine faces intensified missile attacks across multiple cities. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent revealed the sanctions plan while Ukraine's President Zelenskyy seeks international support and additional military capabilities after Russian strikes killed civilians, including children, and damaged critical infrastructure ahead of winter.
Russia Conducts Nuclear Drills as Putin-Trump Summit on Ukraine Conflict Faces Delay
Oct 22, 2025 10:25 pm CST
Russian President Vladimir Putin oversaw strategic nuclear forces drills featuring missile launches as his planned summit with US President Trump was postponed. The exercises, testing Moscow's nuclear triad capabilities, came amid ongoing disagreements over Ukraine ceasefire conditions, with officials from both nations emphasizing the need for thorough preparation before presidential talks can proceed effectively.