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Russia
Swedish Intelligence Suspects Two of Exporting Industrial Products to Russia
According to court documents viewed by AFP, the suspected “aggravated sanctions violations” were believed to have occurred between June 2025 and May 2026.
May 11, 2026
Ukraine
Russia, Ukraine Accuse Each Other of Ceasefire Violations
Russia and Ukraine traded accusations of violating a three-day ceasefire as fighting continued, with a Russian drone hitting a Kharkiv home and injuring civilians, including children.
May 11, 2026
Germany
‘He's a Russian Lobbyist’: Kallas Rejects Putin Choosing Schröder as EU Negotiator
EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas said Russia should not influence who negotiates on behalf of the European Union.
May 11, 2026
Russia
Caspian Sea Emerges as Strategic ‘Blind Spot’ for Russia-Iran Military Logistics
The Caspian Sea has transformed into a critical, unmonitored trade route, allowing Russia to supply Iran with drone components and essential goods away from US naval reach.
May 10, 2026
War in Ukraine
Kremlin Demands Ukraine’s Withdrawal from Donbas as Condition for Peace Progress
Russian Presidential Aide Yuri Ushakov stated that peace negotiations will remain stalled until Ukraine withdraws its forces from the Donbas region, despite ongoing US diplomatic efforts.
May 10, 2026
Europe
EU President Signals Readiness for Russia Dialogue at ‘Right Moment’
European Council President António Costa clarified that while the EU must eventually engage with Russia on security, now is “not the time,” as Brussels defers to the current US-led peace process.
May 10, 2026
Ukraine
Fico Reveals Putin’s Response to Zelensky’s Offer for Peace Talks
Following his controversial visit to Moscow, Slovak PM Robert Fico revealed that Vladimir Putin expects a direct phone call from President Zelensky if Ukraine is serious about ending the war.
May 10, 2026
Russia
Russia Unveils Jet-Powered ‘Geran-5’ Missile During Hardware-Free Victory Day
Russia used a virtual presentation during its May 9 celebrations to showcase the “Geran-5,” a new low-cost jet-powered cruise missile capable of reaching speeds of 600 km/h.
May 10, 2026
ANALYSIS: Russia’s Air Defense Problems Are Growing
Many Russians have gone into panic mode as they watch Ukrainian drones hit targets in Russia almost at will.
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