RUSSIA

Mar 18 2026POLITICS

Russia Gains Cash While Oil Prices Soar

Russia has seen a sudden rise in money from selling oil, thanks to U. S. sanctions easing and price spikes caused by the Iran conflict. The U. S. Treasury allowed a short‑term pause on sanctions for Russian oil already loaded onto ships, hoping to keep the market steady. Treasury Secretary Scott Bes

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Mar 13 2026POLITICS

Britain Urges Europe to Keep Up Sanctions on Russia

In a recent statement, Britain’s government said that its partners should keep applying economic pressure on Russia. The comment comes after the United States announced a temporary pause in sanctions that allow countries to buy Russian oil stuck at sea. The U. S. move was meant to ease global ene

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Mar 12 2026CRIME

Deadly Moscow Concert Hall Shooting: 19 Convicted

A Moscow court sentenced nineteen people to prison after the March 22, 2024 massacre at Crocus City Hall. The attack claimed 149 lives and injured more than 600, making it one of the city’s worst terrorist incidents. The Islamic State faction announced responsibility, claiming the four gunmen wer

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Mar 06 2026POLITICS

Russia Gains and Loses as Trump’s Actions Shift Global Power

The United States has recently intensified its military campaign against Iran, a move that has had mixed results for Russia. On one hand, higher prices for oil and gas have helped Moscow’s economy, while the country also promotes itself as a reliable source of energy for other nations. Additionally,

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Mar 02 2026POLITICS

Putin Promises to Tell Iran About UAE's Concerns

Vladimir Putin spoke with UAE leader Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan on Monday. He said he would forward the Emirati complaints about Iranian attacks to Tehran. The UAE says its land is not a launchpad for strikes against Iran, so it finds the Iranian bombings unjustified. Putin told the UAE preside

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Feb 24 2026POLITICS

Russia’s War Economy and Its Long‑Term Risks

The war in Ukraine has become the main focus for Russia’s leader. He uses it to justify spending on weapons, pay soldiers and push his political agenda. This strategy has cost many lives. Estimates say about 1. 2 million Russians have been killed or injured. At the same time, the country i

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Feb 18 2026SPORTS

Russia’s Return to the Paralympics: A New Chapter

Russia will send a small delegation to the 2026 Paralympic Games in Italy, ending over ten years of sports isolation. The move follows growing support among international sporting bodies to lift the long‑standing Olympic ban on Russian athletes. It also opens the possibility for a full Russian team

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Feb 17 2026CRYPTO

Russia's Crypto Boom: Big Money, Big Rules

Russia is seeing a lot of crypto action. People there are spending about 50 billion rubles ($648 million) on crypto every day. That's a huge amount! The government is taking notice. They want to make rules for this fast-growing market. The finance ministry and central bank are pushing for quick act

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Feb 17 2026POLITICS

Ukraine Braces for More Attacks as Peace Talks Begin

Ukraine is on high alert. President Volodymyr Zelenskiy shared that intelligence suggests Russia is planning more attacks on energy sites. He believes these strikes are a tactic to complicate peace efforts. Zelenskiy made this clear in his nightly video address. Peace talks are happening in Geneva.

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Feb 16 2026POLITICS

Ukraine's Fight for Support: Allies Step Up

Ukraine is in the middle of a tough fight. Russia is attacking both on the ground and from the air. This is making life hard for people in Ukraine, especially as winter brings freezing temperatures. The country's energy system is taking a big hit, leaving many without power. President Volodymyr Zel

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