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Energy
Special Operations Forces Strike Russia’s Historic Refinery as Drones Shake Saratov
Ukrainian officials said the strikes are part of ongoing asymmetric operations aimed at disrupting Russian military and industrial capabilities.
Oct. 16, 2025
War in Ukraine
Poltava Gas Facilities Shut Down as Russia’s Missile and Drone Barrage Hits Ukraine
The attack came nearly three years to the day since Moscow began its campaign to destroy Ukraine’s power grid – a tactic repeated each winter in an effort to plunge the country into darkness and cold.
Oct. 16, 2025
War in Ukraine
ISW Russian Offensive Campaign Assessment, October 15, 2025
War in Ukraine - Latest update, key takeaways and map from the Institute for the Study of War on October 15, 2025
Oct. 16, 2025
Ukraine
Kyiv Blitzes Washington: High-Stakes Lobbying Paves Way for Trump-Zelensky Summit
A Ukrainian delegation has flooded into the US capital to secure decisive military backing and pressure on Russia as President Zelensky prepares for an Oval Office meeting.
Oct. 16, 2025
US
Leading US Aerospace Firm to Add Operations in Ukraine
Helicopter maker Bell will open an office in Ukraine, set up an assembly plant, explore joint venture opportunities with local partners, and share technology between US and Ukrainian engineers.
Oct. 16, 2025
Zaporizhzhia-NPP
IAEA Says Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Plant to Be Repaired ‘Soon’
“I continue to consult with Russia and Ukraine so that these works can begin in the coming days,” the head of the International Atomic Energy Agency said in a statement.
Oct. 16, 2025
War in Ukraine
Italian Court Halts Transfer of Ukrainian Linked to Nord Stream Explosions
The decision, hinging on the accused’s service in the AFU at the time, overturns a September ruling which had approved his extradition to Germany to face charges of sabotage.
Updated: Oct. 16, 2025
Russia
Trump Says Modi Promised to Halt Russian Oil Purchases
The development comes after Trump imposed a 50% tariff on goods from India as he sought to crack down on Delhi for purchasing Russian oil, sparking a diplomatic rift.
Oct. 15, 2025
War in Ukraine
Viral St Petersburg Singer Detained After Leading Crowds in Outlawed Anti-Putin Song
The rare display of public dissent in Russia went viral after hundreds of young people banded together to condemn Putin on St Petersburg’s Nevsky Prospect thoroughfare.
Oct. 15, 2025
Russia
EU Economy Chief Urges G7 to Join Plan Tapping Russia Assets for Ukraine
Under the European Union’s plan, the bloc would borrow funds from international deposit organization Euroclear in Belgium that have matured into cash, and the money would in turn be loaned to Ukraine.
Oct. 15, 2025
Ukraine
Air Defense, Joint Production, PURL Program Expansion Among Key Outcomes From Ramstein Format Meeting
The NATO initiative to buy US weapons for Ukraine has topped the agenda at Wednesday’s defense minister meeting – though details remain vague as to how that translates to more weapons for Kyiv.
Oct. 15, 2025
US
Serbia at Crossroads: US Senators Lay Out Stark Dilemma as Sanctions Hit Russian-Owned Oil Firm
Bipartisan warning from the US Senate tells Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić to choose EU future or continued reliance on Moscow’s ‘weaponized’ energy
Oct. 15, 2025
Russia
Ultranationalist Russian Singer Shaman Praises Kim Jong Un During Pyongyang Performance
Lyrics to the paean sung by the sanctioned performer included: “Comrade Kim Jong-un, Comrade Kim Jong-un, he leads Korea forward. And in step with him, in step with him, the entire nation marches on.”
Oct. 15, 2025
Ukraine
Shmyhal Signals Tomahawk Decision May Come During Zelensky-Trump Meeting on Friday
Ukraine’s defense minister said after the Ramstein format meeting that decisions on the Tomahawk long-range missiles will be announced by the presidents of the US and Ukraine respectively.
Updated: Oct. 15, 2025
Ukraine
US Air Defense ‘Lets Us Survive’: Shmyhal
Defense Minister Denys Shmyhal gave a brief recap of the Ramstein format meeting on Wednesday alongside NATO chief Mark Rutte, which focused on air defenses for Ukraine.
Oct. 15, 2025
Putin
Syria’s al-Sharaa Seeks Reset in Russia Relations in Putin Meeting
The two are expected to discuss the status of Russia’s prized military bases in Syria and the extradition of ousted dictator Bashar al-Assad, who has sought shelter in Moscow.
Oct. 15, 2025
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