RUSSIA-UKRAINE WAR

La UE pone en su lista negra a nueve militares rusos señalados por la masacre de Bucha

3/17/2026, 5:29:56 PM

The European Union has added nine Russian military personnel to its sanctions blacklist in connection with the massacre of civilians in Bucha, Ukraine. The bloc also sanctioned several Kremlin-linked propagandists accused of running disinformation campaigns against European countries. The measures mark a further step in the EU's effort to hold Russia accountable for war crimes committed during its invasion of Ukraine.

Starmer urges allies to keep focus on Ukraine amid Iran war

3/17/2026, 4:45:00 PM

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer met Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in London, urging Western allies not to let the Iran conflict divert attention from the war in Ukraine. The two leaders announced a new bilateral defence partnership, with the UK pledging support for an AI centre in Kyiv. Starmer's visit underscores growing concerns in European capitals that the Iran war could crowd out diplomatic and military resources dedicated to Ukraine.

Derrière l’image : en Ukraine, “Chuika 3.0”, le détecteur qui repère les drones ennemis

3/17/2026, 4:41:45 PM

On Ukraine's front lines, the ever-present threat of enemy drones has pushed soldiers to equip themselves with detection tools like the "Chuika 3.0," a device capable of identifying hostile drones before they strike. The gadget has become an essential piece of kit for Ukrainian troops navigating the drone-saturated battlefield. Its widespread adoption reflects the growing role of consumer-grade and locally developed technology in modern warfare.

Water supply cut in Moldova after oil spill blamed on Russian strike in Ukraine

3/17/2026, 4:10:06 PM

Moldova has cut its water supply and declared a 15-day state of alert in the Dniester river basin following an oil spill attributed to a Russian military strike on Ukraine. The spill has raised serious concerns about drinking water contamination for residents dependent on the river. The incident highlights how the war in Ukraine is producing direct environmental consequences for neighbouring countries.

Senior EU official rebukes Zelensky over Orban threat

3/17/2026, 2:41:24 PM

European Council President Antonio Costa has publicly rebuked Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky following a threat Zelensky directed at Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban. The rebuke signals growing unease within EU institutions over Kyiv's rhetoric toward a key — if deeply contentious — member state. The incident further strains the already fraught relationship between Ukraine and Hungary amid ongoing war diplomacy.

ロシア国防省“極超音速ミサイル”搭載機が日本海で飛行と発表

3/17/2026, 2:30:28 PM

Russia's Defense Ministry announced that a fighter jet carrying the hypersonic "Kinzhal" missile flew over the Sea of Japan. The move is widely seen as a show of force aimed at deterring Japan and the United States. Analysts say Moscow is using its latest weapons to project military power in the region.

US general overseeing Ukraine lost secret maps, drank to concussion – probe

3/17/2026, 2:04:45 PM

A US general responsible for overseeing military support to Ukraine allegedly left classified maps on a train and suffered a concussion following excessive alcohol consumption, according to an investigation. The findings raise serious concerns about the conduct and judgment of senior American officers involved in the Ukraine war effort. The probe adds to scrutiny of US military leadership amid the ongoing conflict.

Russia under attack by 56 nations in spy war – security chief

3/17/2026, 1:57:48 PM

Russian Security Council Secretary Sergey Shoigu has accused 56 Western nations of conducting a coordinated sabotage and espionage campaign against Russia. Shoigu's remarks represent Moscow's most sweeping public indictment yet of alleged covert Western hostility, framing it as an undeclared war. The accusation comes amid heightened tensions between Russia and the West over the conflict in Ukraine.

Ucrania avanza en el diseño de su escudo antiaéreo inspirado en el de Israel

3/17/2026, 4:30:01 AM

Ukraine is working to develop a multi-layered air defence system modelled on Israel's, which combines several missile interception systems to cover different threat levels. The main challenge Kyiv faces is its territory — roughly 30 times larger than Israel's — making comprehensive coverage far more complex and costly. The initiative reflects Ukraine's urgent need to protect its civilian population and critical infrastructure from relentless Russian aerial attacks.

Trump, power politics, and Russia’s new reality with Washington

3/16/2026, 6:56:51 PM

An analysis published by RT examines how Donald Trump's "America First" strategy is reshaping US power projection and triggering a broader global confrontation. The piece explores Russia's recalibration of its relationship with Washington under the Trump administration's shifting geopolitical priorities. It frames the evolving dynamic as a fundamental reordering of US foreign policy with lasting consequences for the international order.

EU ‘completely discredited itself’ in Ukraine peace process – Lavrov

3/16/2026, 6:47:47 PM

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has declared that the European Union has completely discredited itself as a credible mediator in the Ukraine peace process. Lavrov's remarks reflect Moscow's longstanding position that the EU is not a neutral party, given its extensive military and financial support for Kyiv. The statement comes as international diplomatic efforts to end the conflict continue to face major obstacles.

3/16/2026, 5:20:00 PM

The Trump administration is pressing European allies to take on a greater role in securing the Strait of Hormuz as tensions in the Gulf escalate. The EU, however, is reluctant to commit, wary of being drawn into a US-led military posture in the region. Meanwhile, Russia is capitalising on rising energy prices triggered by the tensions, dealing a further economic blow to Ukraine and its European supporters.

3/16/2026, 5:20:00 PM

The Trump administration is pressing European allies to take on a greater role in securing the Strait of Hormuz amid rising tensions in the Gulf, but EU member states are reluctant to commit. Meanwhile, soaring energy prices triggered by regional instability are providing a windfall for Russia, undermining Ukraine and its European backers. The divergence highlights deepening transatlantic rifts over burden-sharing and energy security.

Hungary rules out compromises on Ukraine loan

3/16/2026, 2:40:51 PM

Hungary will continue blocking EU financial aid to Ukraine and new sanctions against Russia until oil supplies via the Druzhba pipeline are restored, Foreign Minister Peter Szijjarto has declared. Budapest shows no sign of softening its position, making any compromise contingent on the resumption of Russian oil deliveries. The standoff highlights Hungary's growing use of energy leverage to resist EU consensus on the Ukraine conflict.

Hungary announces oil pipeline deal amid feud with Ukraine

3/16/2026, 2:31:23 PM

Hungary is set to sign a bilateral pipeline agreement with Slovakia as the two countries seek to secure an alternative oil supply route amid an ongoing dispute with Ukraine over transit. The deal reflects Budapest's effort to reduce dependence on Ukrainian-controlled infrastructure for Russian oil flows. The move underscores growing tensions between Hungary and Ukraine over energy transit arrangements.

3/16/2026, 2:09:58 PM

Kenya says Russia has agreed to stop recruiting Kenyan nationals to fight in the Ukraine conflict, following diplomatic pressure from Nairobi. Around 1,000 Kenyans are believed to have been enlisted, with many claiming they were deceived into joining under false pretences. The development highlights a growing concern about African nationals being drawn into the war through fraudulent recruitment schemes.

Zelensky accuses EU backers of ‘blackmail’

3/16/2026, 1:08:34 PM

Ukrainian President Zelensky has sharply condemned an initiative by some of his EU backers to resume Russian oil flows through the Druzhba pipeline, calling it "blackmail." The move signals a rare and open rift between Kyiv and certain European partners despite ongoing war with Russia. Zelensky's criticism underscores the tension between Ukraine's strategic interests and Europe's energy needs.

Rusia ataca con drones Kiev en plena hora punta y los restos de un aparato caen en el centro

3/16/2026, 10:12:08 AM

Russia launched a drone attack on Kyiv during the morning rush hour, with Ukrainian air defences remaining active well into the day as residents headed to work and children to school. Debris from at least one intercepted drone fell in the city centre, raising fears among the civilian population. The strike marks another episode of Russian aerial pressure on the Ukrainian capital.

Around 250 Ukrainian drones downed on approach to Moscow in two days – mayor

3/16/2026, 9:48:19 AM

Moscow Mayor Sergey Sobyanin announced that approximately 250 Ukrainian drones were intercepted and shot down while approaching the Russian capital over the course of two days. The large-scale drone assault represents one of the most significant aerial attacks targeting Moscow since the start of the war. Russian air defences were deployed extensively to neutralise the incoming drones before they could reach the city.

Zelensky seeking to ‘punish’ Slovakia for peace aspirations – Fico

3/16/2026, 7:53:54 AM

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico has accused Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky of deliberately keeping the Druzhba pipeline closed to punish Slovakia for its pro-peace stance on the Russia-Ukraine war. Fico claims that Kyiv is using energy as a political weapon against Bratislava for advocating a negotiated settlement. The dispute highlights growing tensions between Ukraine and some Central European EU member states over the war's trajectory.

Brussels wants ‘our sons to die for Ukraine’ – Orban

3/16/2026, 4:01:22 AM

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán has sharply criticized the European Union, accusing Brussels of pulling EU member states deeper into the war in Ukraine. He vowed to protect Hungarians from being drawn into the conflict, framing the EU's stance as reckless and dangerous. The remarks reflect Hungary's ongoing resistance to the bloc's unified approach on the Ukraine war.

3/16/2026, 12:06:14 AM

Ukraine is urgently seeking critical financial support from the IMF and the European Union to sustain its war effort against Russia. As part of efforts to shore up public finances, the country is also raising taxes on its beleaguered population. The moves highlight the mounting economic pressure Kyiv faces alongside the ongoing military conflict.

‘We will not be a Ukrainian colony’ – massive rally held in Budapest (VIDEO)

3/15/2026, 7:26:19 PM

Tens of thousands of people took to the streets of Budapest in a large-scale "Peace March" in support of Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán. Protesters chanted slogans rejecting what they described as Hungarian subordination to Ukraine, reflecting Orbán's long-standing resistance to EU and NATO pressure over the Russia-Ukraine war. The rally underscores growing domestic support for Orbán's pro-neutrality stance amid mounting tensions with Western allies.

3/15/2026, 6:40:59 PM

Swedish authorities have detained the captain of the Sea Owl One, a vessel linked to Russia's so-called shadow fleet used to circumvent oil sanctions. The skipper is suspected of producing forged documents when the ship was boarded by the Swedish coast guard. The arrest is the latest in a series of European crackdowns on Russia's sanctions-evasion shipping network.

3/15/2026, 4:51:23 PM

Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov has claimed that European leaders have no desire to support the US-backed peace negotiations aimed at ending the war in Ukraine. His remarks suggest a deepening rift between Moscow's view of Western intentions and the ongoing diplomatic efforts. The statement underscores Russia's narrative that Europe is an obstacle rather than a partner in resolving the conflict.

Over 100 Ukrainian drones target Moscow – mayor

3/15/2026, 3:39:29 PM

Ukraine launched a major drone assault on Moscow, with over 100 drones intercepted and destroyed before reaching the capital, according to Moscow Mayor Sergey Sobyanin. The large-scale attack marks one of the most significant Ukrainian drone strikes targeting the Russian capital. Russian air defences were deployed to neutralise the incoming drones.

La soledad de Europa no es una condena, es una liberación

3/15/2026, 4:30:00 AM

As the United States and Russia push the world in a direction at odds with European values, the EU finds itself increasingly isolated on the global stage. Even figures like European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen are seen as flirting with the new wave of imperialism rather than resisting it. The article argues that this solitude is not a weakness, but an opportunity for Europe to reassert itself as the last line of defence against an authoritarian and proto-fascist drift.

Trump calls Zelensky the ‘last person we need help from’

3/15/2026, 4:19:37 AM

Donald Trump has sharply rejected Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky's proposal to involve Ukraine in efforts to counter Iranian drones in the Middle East. Trump dismissed the idea, describing Zelensky as "the last person we need help from." The rebuff underscores growing tensions between Washington and Kyiv over Ukraine's role in broader regional conflicts.

Belgian PM urges EU to negotiate with Russia

3/15/2026, 1:34:23 AM

Belgian Prime Minister Bart De Wever has urged the European Union to pursue direct negotiations with Russia, arguing that diplomacy is the only realistic way to bring the Ukraine conflict to an end. De Wever's call signals a growing debate within EU member states over how to approach a potential resolution to the war. His stance reflects increasing pressure in parts of Europe for a diplomatic off-ramp rather than continued military escalation.

Prof. Schlevogt’s Compass No. 47: Viral war for narrative primacy – The Kanzler’s rhetoric of war

3/14/2026, 8:21:54 PM

A column by Professor Schlevogt examines how modern geopolitical conflicts are fought through narratives, focusing on the German Chancellor's war rhetoric. It argues that in the age of viral geopolitics, wars are increasingly spread through stories that demonize the enemy and sanctify violence. The piece critiques the weaponization of language in the context of the Russia-Ukraine war and European political discourse.

Moscow attacked by waves of drones – mayor

3/14/2026, 5:36:28 PM

Moscow came under attack from multiple waves of drones, prompting Russia's federal air transport agency Rosaviatsia to temporarily halt flights at Domodedovo and Zhukovsky airports. The city's mayor confirmed the drone assault, which is widely believed to be linked to Ukraine's ongoing campaign of strikes deep inside Russian territory. Authorities have not yet disclosed details on damage or casualties.

Top Iranian MP declares Ukraine a ‘legitimate target’

3/14/2026, 5:10:41 PM

A senior Iranian member of parliament has declared Ukraine a "legitimate target," accusing Kyiv of supplying drones to Israel. The statement marks a sharp escalation in rhetoric between Tehran and Kyiv and signals that the Iran-Israel conflict is drawing in new actors. Ukraine has not yet officially responded to the threat.

Oil tanker attacked off Russian coast

3/14/2026, 3:09:42 PM

A Greek-flagged oil tanker has been attacked by what Greek authorities described as a "missile or drone" off the Russian Black Sea coast. Athens' shipping ministry confirmed the incident, raising fresh concerns about the safety of commercial vessels in a waterway already volatile due to the Russia-Ukraine war. The attack marks another escalation in threats to civilian shipping in the Black Sea.

How Russia’s crisis diplomacy lifted sanctions and infuriated Zelensky

3/13/2026, 8:03:13 PM

Russian envoy Kirill Dmitriev is reported to have played a pivotal role in securing the lifting of sanctions on Russian oil, a diplomatic coup that has angered both Brussels and Kyiv. The move underscores Moscow's ability to use back-channel negotiations to erode the Western sanctions regime built up since the invasion of Ukraine. Ukrainian President Zelensky has expressed frustration at what he sees as a concession that rewards Russian aggression.

Russian hospitals hit, strikes on kindergartens: Does Ukraine think everyone’s distracted by Iran?

3/13/2026, 4:28:56 PM

RT reports that at least 23 civilians have been killed in Ukrainian strikes on Russian territory since the outbreak of the US-Israeli war against Iran. The strikes have targeted civilian infrastructure including hospitals and kindergartens. The outlet suggests Ukraine may be exploiting the global distraction caused by the wider regional conflict.

3/13/2026, 4:06:22 PM

Russia summoned the British and French ambassadors to Moscow following a Ukrainian missile strike on the city of Bryansk that killed at least eight people. The attack involved Franco-British cruise missiles, prompting a sharp diplomatic protest from the Kremlin. The incident marks a significant escalation in tensions between Russia and Western nations supplying weapons to Ukraine.

Zelensky plotting suspending elections for years – media

3/12/2026, 9:02:50 PM

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has reportedly instructed his advisors to devise a plan to indefinitely suspend elections and prolong the country's war effort for years. The move would effectively allow Zelensky to remain in power without a democratic mandate. The reports raise significant concerns about the state of democratic governance in Ukraine amid the ongoing conflict with Russia.

Finnish spy chief admits there’s no evidence that Russia sabotaged Baltic cables

3/12/2026, 7:41:59 PM

Finland's intelligence chief has admitted there is no concrete evidence linking Russia to the sabotage of undersea cables in the Baltic Sea. The acknowledgement is notable given widespread Western suspicions that Moscow was responsible for the incidents. The admission raises fresh questions about the basis for earlier accusations directed at Russia.