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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
Russia
Chechnya's Kadyrov Appoints 20-Year-Old Son as Acting Deputy Prime Minister
Chechen strongman Ramzan Kadyrov has had a habit of promoting his family members – particularly his children – to official posts in his Caucasian enclave.
Jan. 7, 2026
Russia
Ukraine’s Intel Says HUR Unit Carried Out Deep Raid Behind Russian Lines in Zaporizhzhia
Ukraine’s intel says its unit carried out a deep raid behind Russian lines in Zaporizhzhia, killing two troops, capturing two others, and exposing gaps in enemy defenses.
Jan. 7, 2026
US
US Moves to Seize Venezuela-Linked Oil Tanker as Russia Watches
The vessel, originally Bella‑1 and now renamed Marinera under a Russian flag, had slipped past a US maritime “blockade” of sanctioned tankers last month by dramatically changing course and reflagging.
Jan. 7, 2026
US
ANALYSIS: Fiona Hill’s 2019 Remarks on Russia – Venezuela Deal Gain New Relevance
Hill’s testimony about a proposed Russia-Venezuela-Ukraine trade is resurfacing as Washington’s move against Maduro sharpens debate over spheres of influence and the erosion of a rules-based order.
Jan. 7, 2026
‘How Are We Supposed to Live Now?’: Russians React to Massive Moscow Drone Attack
Russians responded to a massive Ukrainian drone attack on Moscow with a mix of panic, frustration, dark humor and calls for retaliation.
June 18, 2026
