Russia's economy is feeling the heat. The U. S. Treasury recently hit Russia's oil industry hard. They targeted 183 vessels, mostly tankers, that were moving Russian oil around the world. This move has made it tough for Russia to sell its oil, especially to China and India. These countries were big buyers of Russian oil, but now they're looking elsewhere. Middle East...
In a surprising twist, Russia's Kremlin has weighed in on U. S. President-elect Donald Trump's idea to buy Greenland. This semi-autonomous island, part of Denmark, is home to a U. S. Space Force base and has a population of about 56, 000. Trump believes acquiring Greenland would benefit U. S. national security. The Kremlin, however, sees a connection between this pro...
Russian leader Dmitry Medvedev has sparked concern with a strong warning about the potential transfer of nuclear weapons to Ukraine. He expressed his disapproval through the messaging app Telegram, targeting U. S. politicians and journalists who have suggested this possibility. Medvedev labeled the idea as "absurd" and questioned the mental state of those proposing i...
Finland has expressed serious concerns about the vulnerability of undersea internet cables connecting Europe. Following an incident where a cable connecting Santahamina, near Helsinki, to Rostock, Germany, was damaged, Defense Minister Antti Häkkänen emphasized the need for greater protection from potential threats. "Both NATO and the EU need to step up their efforts...
In September, Russian President Vladimir Putin was asked about the upcoming U. S. election, and he responded with a wry smile and an arched eyebrow. He didn't seem thrilled about either candidate. "Our favorite was Biden, " he said, referring to the current U. S. president. But since Biden was out of the race and had backed Kamala Harris, Putin quipped that Russia wo...
In the middle of a complex war in Ukraine, Russia is looking to make a name for itself in the Middle East by helping to broker a ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon. This isn't an easy task, given the fraught relationships and long-standing conflicts in the region. Some believe Russia could be a key player, especially with its ties to Iran and Syria, while others re...
Ukraine has taken the fight to Russia, with drone strikes targeting ethanol plants in the Voronezh region. These plants are crucial for producing explosives, making them prime targets. Two people were injured, and two industrial enterprises were damaged in the attacks, which also sparked a fire. Firefighters quickly doused the blaze in the Anninsky district. The Rus...
Imagine this: Elon Musk, the big boss of Tesla and SpaceX, has been chatting it up with Russian President Vladimir Putin since late 2022. This cozy conversation has raised some red flags among intelligence officials, as reported by The Wall Street Journal. Putin even asked Musk to keep his satellite-based internet service, Starlink, off-limits in Taiwan, as a favor t...
In a turn that's causing concern worldwide, North Korean soldiers might be headed to Russia, possibly to fight in Ukraine. This wasn't just a worry for Ukraine, but also for its allies like Germany. Germany's defense minister, Boris Pistorius, said this situation could bring international conflicts closer. He was in London with the UK's defense minister, John Healey,...
Russian President Vladimir Putin wrapped up the BRICS summit in Kazan, where leaders from various countries discussed strengthening financial ties and creating alternatives to Western-controlled systems. The summit, lasting three days, attracted leaders from 36 countries, showing the world that Russia isn't isolated despite Western efforts. BRICS, originally formed ...