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War in Ukraine
Russian Spacecraft Suspected of Intercepting, Shadowing European Satellites
European security officials believe Russian “inspector” satellites have intercepted unencrypted communications from key European spacecraft.
Feb. 4, 2026
Russia Meets Budget Targets Through Cuts as Oil Prices Slide – KSE Institute
Russia kept its 2025 budget deficit within target and cut inflation despite falling oil prices, relying on spending restraint, higher export volumes and domestic borrowing, the KSE Institute reports.
Feb. 4, 2026
War in Ukraine
US Successfully Tests Ukraine-Bound ERAM Missile as Deliveries Near
The US Air Force has successfully tested the ERAM cruise missile for Ukraine, clearing the way for mass production of a low-cost weapon designed for long-range strikes.
Feb. 4, 2026
Putin
Xi, Putin Hold Video Talks on Wednesday: China State Media
The call comes days after top diplomats from both countries agreed bilateral relations could “break new ground” this year as Beijing and Moscow seek to ramp up economic cooperation.
Feb. 4, 2026
Zelensky
Would-Be Russian Spy Jailed in Poland Over Alleged Plot Against Zelensky
The 50-year-old man, identified as Paweł K., had reportedly “expressed readiness” to cooperate with Russian military intelligence structures and carry out espionage tasks on Moscow’s behalf.
Feb. 4, 2026
War in Ukraine
Abu Dhabi Talks Open Under Fire as Russian Strikes Darken Hopes for Breakthrough
Just one day before the talks, Russia unleashed a massive barrage on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure, knocking out electricity and heating across the country as temperatures plunged to subzero.
Feb. 4, 2026
War in Ukraine
Abortions, Evil Spirits and the Occult Causing War in Ukraine, Russian Orthodox Bishop Claims
“It is not God’s will for peace to be concluded in this way... Because of the huge number of sorcerers that have appeared, because of the large number of abortions that have been performed,” he said.
Feb. 4, 2026
Putin
‘LGBT Propaganda’: Russian Fined Over Iconic Pic of Queen Band in Drag
The ruling comes amid a broader crackdown on expressions of sexual orientation and gender identity in Russia, which Putin has portrayed as evidence of moral decay in Western countries.
Feb. 3, 2026
US
Trump ‘Unsurprised’ by Resumption of Deadly Russian Strikes on Ukraine
Ukraine’s delegation will meet tomorrow with US and Russian envoys for peace talks in Abu Dhabi, but Zelensky said on Tuesday that Kyiv’s approach had been “adjusted” due to the overnight bombardment.
Feb. 3, 2026
War in Ukraine
Russia’s Economic Growth Slowed to 1% in 2025, Putin Says
Ramped-up spending has pushed up inflation, weighing on real growth, while businesses have railed against high borrowing costs introduced to rein in the rise in prices.
Feb. 3, 2026
US
Poland to Probe Whether Epstein Had Ties to Russian Intelligence, PM Tusk Says
“I don’t need to tell you how serious the increasingly likely possibility that Russian intelligence services co-organised this operation is for the security of the Polish state,” Tusk said.
Feb. 3, 2026
War in Ukraine
The Cat-and-Mouse Game: Weapon Evolution in the Russia-Ukraine War
The Russia-Ukraine war has become a proving ground for modern warfare, where drones, electronic warfare, and rapid innovation are reshaping combat and military strategy.
Feb. 3, 2026
Europe
France's New Budget Clears the Way for a Military Spending Boost
France on Monday adopted a 2026 budget after lawmakers rejected two more no-confidence motions.
Feb. 3, 2026
War in Ukraine
Poland Detains Defense Ministry Employee Over Russia Spy Allegations
The suspected mole, a long-serving employee of the Polish Defense Ministry, was detained following a months-long counterintelligence investigation by the SKW, Warsaw’s military intelligence service.
Feb. 3, 2026
Russia
Russia Says India Has Not Said it Will Halt Oil Purchases
Trump said he had struck a deal to reduce tariffs on India and that Prime Minister Narendra Modi had promised to stop buying Russian oil over the war in Ukraine.
Feb. 3, 2026
US
Bill, Hillary Clinton Agree to Testify in Congressional Epstein Probe
The decision marks a reversal after the couple previously refused to testify and faced the threat of contempt of Congress.
Feb. 3, 2026
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