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Dec 05 2025POLITICS

UK and Russia: A Bumpy Ride Through the Years

The UK and Russia have had a rocky relationship over the past few decades. It all started in 2000 when Tony Blair, the British Prime Minister, visited Vladimir Putin before he even became the Russian President. This was a big deal because Blair was the first Western leader to do so. Later that year,

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Dec 04 2025POLITICS

India and Russia: A Balancing Act Amid Global Tensions

India and Russia are set to strengthen their long-standing partnership during an upcoming summit in New Delhi. President Vladimir Putin's visit comes at a crucial time, as India navigates complex relationships with both Russia and the United States. The summit highlights the enduring bond between I

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Dec 04 2025POLITICS

Russia's Stance on Donbas: A Closer Look

Russia's President, Vladimir Putin, recently shared his thoughts on the Donbas region in Ukraine. He stated that Russia aims to take full control of this area, either through military means or by forcing Ukrainian troops to retreat. This statement came during an interview with India Today, just befo

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Dec 02 2025POLITICS

Ukraine's Zelensky Talks Peace and Challenges

Ukraine's President Zelensky is in Ireland, talking about peace with Russia. He met with Irish Prime Minister Micheál Martin. Zelensky said peace talks are tricky. He wants clear security promises from the US and Europe. He also wants Russia's frozen money in Europe to help Ukraine. Zelensky said p

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Dec 02 2025POLITICS

Trouble in the Black Sea: Ships Under Fire Amidst War

The Black Sea is heating up, and not just because of the weather. With the ongoing war between Russia and Ukraine, things are getting tense for ships sailing in these waters. The Turkish President, Tayyip Erdogan, has spoken out against recent attacks on commercial vessels. He made it clear that the

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Dec 01 2025TECHNOLOGY

Russia's Space Station Link Hits a Snag

Russia's only way to send astronauts and supplies to the International Space Station (ISS) has hit a bump. A key structure at the Baikonur Cosmodrome in Kazakhstan took a tumble right after a recent launch. This leaves Russia in a bit of a pickle, as they can't send anything up to the ISS until it's

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Dec 01 2025POLITICS

Ukraine's Leader Seeks European Backing Amid U. S. Peace Talks

Ukraine's President, Volodymyr Zelensky, is on a mission to rally European support as the U. S. tries to wrap up the war with Russia. He's in Paris, chatting with France's President, Emmanuel Macron, and plans to meet with other European leaders this week. Meanwhile, U. S. and Ukrainian officials ha

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Dec 01 2025POLITICS

Russia and China: A New Era of Easy Travel

Russia has just made it easier for many Chinese citizens to visit. President Vladimir Putin signed a decree allowing tourists, business people, academics, artists, and athletes from China to enter Russia without a visa for up to 30 days. This move is seen as a way to strengthen ties between the two

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Nov 29 2025POLITICS

Ukraine's Underwater Drones Take Aim at Russian Oil Ships

In a bold move, Ukraine has reportedly targeted two Russian oil tankers using underwater drones. These tankers are part of Russia's "shadow fleet, " a group of ships that help Russia bypass international sanctions. The attacks happened on Friday and Saturday, causing serious damage to both vessels.

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Nov 28 2025POLITICS

A South African Lawmaker Steps Down Amid Controversy

Duduzile Zuma-Sambudla, the daughter of former South African president Jacob Zuma, has decided to leave her position in parliament. This comes after serious claims that she was involved in convincing 17 men to join Russia's fight in Ukraine. The Umkhonto weSizwe (MK) party, where she was a member, c

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