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US
US Oil Giant Chevron Interested in Russian Lukoil’s Foreign Assets
The offer targets Lukoil’s entire non-Russian portfolio, including oil and gas production, refining facilities and over 2,000 filling stations spanning Europe, Asia and the Middle East.
Jan. 8, 2026
US Defense Industry Faces ‘Soviet-Style’ Gridlock as Ukraine War Exposes Gaps
Security experts warn of a “national security risk” from centralized production, urging a trillion-dollar investment to match Russian scaling. Trump proposes a $1.5T budget for a “dream military.”
Jan. 8, 2026
Ukraine
Trump Pulls US Out of 66 International Bodies, Including Ukraine Nuclear Watchdog
The US exit from dozens of international bodies sparks concerns over nuclear oversight in Ukraine, climate cooperation, and global credibility as Washington shifts to an America-first diplomacy.
Jan. 8, 2026
Putin
At Christmas Service, Putin Says His Soldiers Are on a ‘Mission’ From God
Just after his troops shelled a church in Kherson, Kremlin leader says his troops are acting “on God’s instruction” in their brutal invasion that kills civilians and kidnaps children.
Jan. 8, 2026
Russia
Trump Gives Nod to Russia Sanctions, Pressuring Putin as Senate Eyes Swift Vote
After months on ice, a bipartisan Russia sanctions bill resurfaces as Trump loses faith in Moscow, Senate leaders eye action, and the White House clears a $14M-plus defense re-export to Ukraine.
Jan. 8, 2026
Turkey
Turkey Can Lead Ukraine’s Naval Security, Policy Expert Says
President Erdogan has warned against the Black Sea becoming an “area of confrontation” between Russia and Ukraine; Turkey likely to play major naval role in post-ceasefire security.
Jan. 8, 2026
Zelensky
Zelensky Wants ‘Clear, Unequivocal Answer’ From Europe on Post-War Security Guarantees
Despite Starmer and Macron’s commitment to put boots on the ground in Ukraine should a peace deal be negotiated with Russia, details of how and when this reassurance force would act remain sparse.
Jan. 7, 2026
US
Trump Says Will Ban US Defense Companies Issuing Dividends, Stock Buybacks
The announcement took the markets by surprise, sending US companies in the defense sector – such as Lockheed Martin and General Dynamics – about 1.4 percent lower.
Jan. 7, 2026
Zelensky
‘What’s His Name, Kadyrov’ – Zelensky Says Trump Should Capture Chechen Leader Next
Ramzan Kadyrov responded with predictable anger to Zelensky’s suggestion that the US remove him from power in the same way it removed Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro.
Jan. 7, 2026
NATO
Trump’s Team Discussing ‘Purchase’ of Greenland, Military Force Still on the Table
Although White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said that Trump would prioritize diplomatic avenues, his repeated threats of annexation are deepening the rift between the US and its NATO allies.
Jan. 7, 2026
Russia
US Seizes Venezuela-Linked Oil Tanker Sailing Under Russia’s Flag
Washington’s seizure of the Marinera – with UK military support – threatens to further strain US relations with Russia in the wake of Trump’s shock announcement of US military action in Venezuela.
Updated: Jan. 7, 2026
Russia
Russia Cuts Internet in Far-Flung Kamchatka to Thwart ‘Drone Strikes’
Whether the threats actually come from Kyiv is anyone’s guess. The Kamchatka Peninsula is in Russia’s extreme far east – closer to Alaska than to China, in fact.
Jan. 7, 2026
War in Ukraine
Russia Recruits South African Gamers via Discord to Fight in Ukraine
An investigation showed that Russia has targeted South African gamers on Discord to recruit them for its war in Ukraine, with one reportedly killed weeks after signing a military contract.
Jan. 7, 2026
US
US About to Seize Russian-Flagged Oil Tanker Linked to Venezuela
A shadow fleet tanker, Russian naval escorts and a US seizure attempt near Iceland highlight how sanctions enforcement, energy politics and great-power rivalry are colliding at sea.
Jan. 7, 2026
Zelensky
Zelensky on Ceasefire: Russia ‘Thumbs Its Nose,’ but Partners Can Apply Pressure
The Ukrainian president said the US is negotiating a ceasefire with Russia, but Moscow is “thumbing its nose,” adding that Western partners have enough leverage to pressure the Kremlin.
Jan. 7, 2026
Zelensky
Russia ‘Deliberately Slowing Down’ POW Swaps, Zelensky Says
Responding to a Kyiv Post question, Zelensky said Russia is deliberately blocking POW exchanges to pressure Ukraine, while Budanov will continue overseeing swaps despite his new role.
Jan. 7, 2026
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