Europe Prepares for a Longer War in Ukraine, With No Strategy to End It
With American dealmakers wrapped up with Iran, neither Russia nor Ukraine has a clear path to victory — or toward a negotiated peace.
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Inside Chornobyl: 40 years after disaster, nuclear site still at risk in Russia’s war
In February 2025, a cheap Russian drone tore through Chornobyl’s confinement shelter. Workers warn the site of the world’s worst nuclear accident is not safe yetThe dosimeter clipped to your chest ticks faster the moment you step off the designated pat…
Venice Biennale Bars Awards for Countries Facing Crimes Against Humanity Charges
The jury said it would “refrain from considering” countries whose leaders are facing charges of crimes against humanity, which would affect Israel and Russia.
As Putin Orders That the Economy Be Fixed, Russia Grasps for Solutions
Another interest-rate cut highlights the narrowing path for the country’s central bank amid the strains of immense wartime spending.
Trump sending Witkoff and Kushner to Pakistan to resume talks on Iran war
White House says its Middle East envoys will meet Tehran’s foreign minister in Islamabad Middle East crisis – live updatesDonald Trump is sending his Middle East envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner to Pakistan to resume negotiations to end the war w…
India To Hold Back On Large-Scale Su-57 Orders Pending Until Superior Su-57M1 Variant Becomes Available
India is reportedly set to delay major orders for Russia’s Su-57 fifth-generation fighter until the enhanced Su-57M1 variant becomes available, according to this international report.Confirmation from Rosoboronexport that multiple countries, including Algeria and Iran, have placed orders for the aircraft was followed by reports from Indian sources that the Defence Ministry has also finalised
India’s Fighter Shortage Revives Debate On Russian MUM-T Model With Su-57 Stealth Jet
India’s continuing interest in the Russian Su-57 stealth fighter has revived debate about whether the Indian Air Force could adopt Russia’s Manned-Unmanned Teaming model rather than the American approach.The IAF is grappling with a severe fighter squadron shortage, operating around 30 squadrons against a sanctioned strength of 42. Delays in indigenous programs, particularly the Advanced Medium
Revealed: UK oil refinery owner moved Russian loans to offshore subsidiary where sanctions did not apply
MPs call for investigation into Essar Energy, owner of Stanlow refinery, which shifted loans from ‘Putin’s piggy bank’ VTB to MauritiusDays after the first wave of Russian tanks surged over the border into Ukraine in March 2022, dockers at a port in no…
Rescue Effort for Russian Tanker Fails, in a New Era of Maritime Peril
The ship, which carried fuel and natural gas, has been adrift for weeks in the Mediterranean Sea after a drone attack, alarming officials who fear an environmental disaster.
Is the tide turning for Ukraine in war with Russia? – The Latest
With the EU approving a €90bn loan for Ukraine, a surprise visit from Prince Harry, and data suggesting Russian troops made almost no territorial gains in March – are there reasons for optimism in Kyiv? Lucy Hough speaks to senior international corresp…