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Russia
UK Says Seized Russia-Flagged Tanker Enters Its Waters
The Bella-1, or Marinera, was seized last week after evading the US coast guard for roughly a fortnight.
Jan. 14, 2026
US
US Stops Visas for 75 Countries, Russia Included
A US State Department memo reportedly sets Jan. 21 as the start date for the ban, with Russia, Iran and Somalia among the countries whose nationals’ visa applications will no longer be accepted.
Updated: Jan. 14, 2026
War in Ukraine
Russian Oil-for-Export Plummets to 5-Year Low Not Seen Since COVID
Russia’s 2026 state budget plans strong oil sales to international customers at $59/barrel. Right now, it’s $40. The oil-rich Saratov region may have just gone bankrupt.
Jan. 14, 2026
Russia
Captured Russian Soldier Gets Life Sentence for Executing Ukrainian POWs, Intelligence Says
A Ukrainian court sentenced a Russian soldier captured near Vovchansk to life in prison for executing three Ukrainian prisoners of war, Ukraine’s military intelligence said.
Jan. 14, 2026
War in Ukraine
EU Governments Push for Ukraine Negotiator as US Talks With Russia Advance
European capitals fear being sidelined in any agreement that could affect Ukraine’s future and their security.
Jan. 14, 2026
US
Ukraine Exposes Foreign Tech Sustaining Russia’s War Machine
Ukraine’s intel revealed 50 foreign-made machines, including US, Czech and Chinese equipment, still powering Russia’s weapons production, exposing ongoing sanctions evasion.
Jan. 14, 2026
Russia
Russian Oil Company Refuses to Relinquish Control of Venezuela Exports
As Trump tries to actualize his administration’s plan for taking control of Venezuela’s oil fields and exports, the Russian presence there says it will conduct business as usual.
Jan. 14, 2026
Russia
Rockwool Says Russia Takes Over its 4 Factories
Hundreds of Western companies left Russia following Moscow’s February 2022 invasion of Ukraine, with many selling at steep discounts or writing-off assets entirely.
Jan. 13, 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
