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Xi and Putin unite in criticism of US, but fail to clinch big gas deal

China and Russia united against US President Donald Trump's missile defense plans and nuclear policy. Leaders Xi Jinping and Vladimir Putin met in Beijing. They emphasized strong ties and a multipolar world order. However, a long-sought gas pipeline deal between the two nations remained elusive. Discussions on energy cooperation continue.

The Economic Times

Same but different: how Xi and China welcomed Trump and Putin

Choreography of back-to-back visits appeared deliberately mirrored but China made sure the differences were noticed

The Guardian - UK

Lithuanian leaders rushed to bunkers as drone violates country’s airspace

Vilnius residents urged to take shelter during alert, after Nato and EU warn that Russia is diverting Ukraine’s drones

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Putin and Xi hail their friendship and growing energy trade at their meeting in Beijing

Chinese leader Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin have hailed their strategic ties and energy trade during a meeting in Beijing

AAP

China Trained Russian Military Personnel For Fighting In Ukraine: Report

Russian military personnel were trained in China in 2025 before some of them returned to fight in Ukraine, according to a new report.

International Business Times

Putin in China: Lip-smacking dinner menu for Russian President with Xi Jinping is gastronomic delight

Vladimir Putin is visiting China just days after Donald Trump left the Chinese capital. Xi Jinping and Putin -- who have met dozens of times over the past decade -- were keen to showcase their unshakeable relations in the aftermath of Trump's visit to Beijing.

The Economic Times

‘Europe will respond’ to repeated Russian drone incidents, von der Leyen vows

Drone panic gripped Lithuania on Wednesday as Vilnius shut down due to a suspected airspace incursion, grounding flights and prompting the evacuation of top leaders. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said threats like this are unacceptable – and promises “Europe will respond."

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Ukraine ally Britain eases new sanctions on Russian oil as fuel prices surge over Iran war

The U.K. government has quietly delayed some new sanctions on Russian oil to help Britons cope with rising costs from the Iran war

AAP

Drone alert has Lithuania's capital rushing to shelters

Lithuanians have been told to take shelter following drone activity near the border, in the latest in a series of similar incidents in NATO territory.

AAP

This is why easing Russia’s oil sanctions is a gut punch to Ukraine

COMMENT: The PM’s decision to ease oil sanctions on Russia will kill Ukrainians and enfeeble Britain, and is a stain on the national reputation, writes world affairs editor Sam Kiley, who has spent more than 11 years covering the region

The Independent UK

Nuclear energy, Taiwan and Trump's 'Golden Dome': 5 takeaways from Putin-Xi Jinping meet in Beijing

Just days after US President Donald Trump concluded his high-profile visit to Beijing, Chinese President Xi Jinping rolled out another elaborate welcome at the Great Hall of the People, this time for Russian President Vladimir Putin.

The Times of India

Putin - Xi meeting: 3 things you need to know

Putin and Xi signed a joint statement in Beijing on Wednesday that included an agreement to increase military cooperation.

Euronews

Keir Starmer defends Russian sanctions regime as changes come under fire

SANCTIONS on Russian oil have not been lifted "in any way whatsoever", the Prime Minister has insisted amid fury after rules were relaxed…

The National (Scotland)

Keir Starmer insists no lifting of Russian oil sanctions following criticism

A trade licence which allows for the import of jet fuel and diesel refined in third countries came into effect on Wednesday.

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Moldovans 'want to be EU citizens, not Russian citizens', says president Sandu

Moldovan President Maia Sandu says joining the European Union is a matter of democratic survival for her country, which is under growing pressure from Russia and the unresolved conflict in Transnistria. In a joint interview, Sandu spoke to RFI and German broadcaster Deutsche Welle at the European Parliament in Strasbourg,…

The Economic Times

US waiver unlikely to lift Russian oil exports already near capacity

The US has extended a waiver for Russian oil exports, but traders believe it won't significantly boost shipments. Russia's infrastructure is already at its limit, with recent Ukrainian strikes pushing more crude to export markets. Elevated export levels are crucial for Russia to maintain production, but capacity is nearing its…

The Independent UK

The 2,600km gas pipeline from Russia to China that Putin hopes will rescue a stalling economy

The planned Power of Siberia 2 system is designed to transport 50bn cubic metres of gas annually to China to Mongolia

The Guardian - UK

Blinded and broken, Sunny the owl becomes another casualty of Russia’s war

Ukrainians lament appalling toll of fighting on their country’s bird population

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The National (Scotland)

Fury as Labour roll back Russian oil sanctions while 'killing Scotland's North Sea'

A UK Government minister repeatedly ducked questions as he was confronted about Labour relaxing sanctions on Russian oil.

The Independent UK

Europe ‘considers sending Angela Merkel to reopen dialogue with Putin’

With US-brokered talks between Russia and Ukraine at a standstill, and Donald Trump bogged down in Iran, the US administration has reportedly given Europe its blessing to reopen dialogue with Moscow

AAP

Putin and Xi hail their high-level ties and growing energy trade as they meet in Beijing

Chinese leader Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin have hailed their strategic ties and energy trade during a meeting in Beijing

The Economic Times

India has leverage to pressure Russia to end Ukraine war: Estonian FM

Estonia believes India can pressure Russia to end the Ukraine war. Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna highlighted India's leverage. He also expressed hope for India's involvement in Ukraine's reconstruction.

The Economic Times

Russia and China scold the United States over 'Golden Dome' plans

Russia and China have jointly criticized the United States' missile defense plans. They stated these plans threaten global strategic stability. Both nations also expressed regret over the expiration of a key nuclear treaty without a replacement. This joint statement was issued following a meeting between Presidents Xi Jinping and Vladimir…

The Independent UK

Residents of Lithuania's capital told to shelter as drone alarm underlines NATO's eastern jitters

Lithuania's president and prime minister were taken to safe locations Wednesday after a suspected drone was detected near the Belarus border

Euronews

Exclusive: Hungary signals readiness to sanction Russia's Patriarch Kirill

A "mini" sanction package is set to be discussed by EU ambassadors this week, targeting around ten individuals who were previously protected by Viktor Orbán's government and a handful of Russian vessels.

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