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Russia
Russia’s Fossil Fuel Exports Take a Hit
In September 2025, Russia exported the lowest amount of fossil fuels since the start of its full-scale invasion of Ukraine. The drop is a direct result of Ukrainian attacks.
Oct. 18, 2025
Ukraine
‘Appeasement Over Strength’ – Trump’s ‘Make a Deal’ Push Leaves Zelensky Empty-Handed on Key Weapons
Ukrainian leader leaves Washington empty-handed as the White House prioritizes immediate negotiation with Moscow, triggering a furious Democratic backlash over ‘appeasement’.
Oct. 18, 2025
Ukraine
What’s Really Happening to Civilians in Russian-Occupied Ukraine
Canadian Ambassador Natalka Cmoc and UN human rights chief Danielle Bell discuss torture, illegal detentions, and the fight for justice in Ukraine on this episode of Off the Record.
Updated: Oct. 18, 2025
Russia
Quarter of Poles Say They Would Volunteer to Defend Country if Attacked
The poll found that 25.6% of Poles would voluntarily sign up to the army or supporting organizations, such as medical ones, while 20.4% would wait to be drafted into the armed forces.
Oct. 17, 2025
Ukraine
Familiar Script: Experts Warn Putin Is Recycling Delay Tactic Ahead of Zelensky Talks
Former US envoy William Taylor sees Tomahawk push mirroring past sanctions, telling Kyiv Post that Trump’s leverage is now at its peak before a second Putin summit can derail action.
Oct. 17, 2025
Ukraine
Russian Missile Hits Ukrainian Training Ground, Casualties Reported
Ukraine’s Southern Operational Command said two Russian missiles struck a training ground on Thursday morning, though the precise location and casualties remain unclear.
Oct. 16, 2025
Russia
MI5 Chief: UK Confronting Growing Threat From Russia, Iran, China
Director General Ken McCallum said his agency had thwarted a “stream of surveillance plots with hostile intent” from Russia and warned of a 35% rise in individuals investigated for state threats.
Oct. 16, 2025
US
China Defends Russian Oil Purchases, Slams US ‘Bullying’
Trump said Wednesday that Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi had promised him New Delhi would stop buying Russian oil, and that he would get China to follow suit.
Oct. 16, 2025

