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Ukraine hits St Petersburg oil depot before Putin visit

Ukrainian drones have struck an oil terminal and naval base in St Petersburg hours before President Vladimir Putin's showcase economic forum gets under way.

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Ukrainian drones hit St Petersburg as ‘Russian Davos’ opens in city

Energy and military sites targeted as guests gather for economic forum where Putin is due to speak on Friday

The Guardian - UK

Ukrainian drones set fire to a St. Petersburg oil terminal ahead of Putin visit

Ukrainian long-range drones have struck an oil terminal in St. Petersburg, setting it ablaze, according to President Volodymyr Zelenskyy

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Ukraine-Russia war latest: Putin’s UK envoy admits war has ‘cost a lot’ as drone strike overshadows ‘Russian Davos’

Russian diplomat says ‘we cannot lose this war’ as he admits Ukrainian forces have caused major damage to Russian oil infrastructure

The Independent UK

Russia repels drone attack over Leningrad region as economic forum kicks off

Russia intercepted 50 drones over Leningrad region overnight. This comes as President Putin's economic forum, the 'Russian Davos', starts in St. Petersburg. Ukraine has increased attacks on Russian energy infrastructure. Drone attacks also occurred in Tambov and Luhansk. St. Petersburg's airport faced flight disruptions. Security measures are in place for…

The Economic Times

Putin's 'Russian Davos' opens with US guests as economy slows and war drags on

Russia hosts its premier investment forum in Saint Petersburg. The event includes prominent figures from the United States and Germany. This gathering occurs as Russia faces economic stagnation and ongoing conflict in Ukraine. The forum aims for pragmatic dialogue on a stable future. Discussions will cover energy, artificial intelligence, and…

The Economic Times

The Macron method: How to deal with Putin's Russia?

Here's one for free speech absolutists to chew on: What should the French government do when the former head of Russian state television's French-language channel is offered a place of rank on an all-news station with a free-to-air broadcast license and she touts Kremlin propaganda lines with little or no…

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Vladimir Putin warned by his own officials that mounting cost of Ukraine war is ‘unsustainable’

The Kremlin has warned that cutting defence spending now would hurt Russian businesses dependent on lucrative contracts

The Independent UK

Ukraine-Russia war latest: Putin ‘is being misled by his own generals’ as Zelensky warns he could strike again

Putin believes his forces can achieve his goals despite Russia’s battlefield performance steadily declining in 2026, says think tank

The Independent UK

'Are You Listening to Me?!' Vladimir Putin Loses It in Public During Shocking Press Conference Meltdown

Vladimir Putin snaps at reporters over questions about a Romania drone strike, insisting he lacks key details and suggesting Ukrainian, not Russian, drones were likely behind the incident near NATO's border.

International Business Times UK

Armenia rejects Putin's pressure for EU referendum

Armenia's Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan has rejected Russia's demand for a referendum on joining the European Union. Pashinyan stated that Armenia's relationship with Russia is undergoing a transformation. Moscow has increased pressure on Yerevan, banning fish imports and recalling its ambassador. Armenia is seeking new alliances after feeling unprotected by…

The Economic Times

France intercepts shadow fleet tanker linked to Russia

The Kremlin says ‌it considers France's seizure of the Russian-linked oil tanker ‌Tagor to be illegal and that it ‌borders on piracy.

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Ukraine hits Russian energy targets and denies striking Kremlin-occupied nuclear plant

Ukraine has launched new strikes on Russian energy sites

The Independent UK

Pashinyan on course for landslide victory and pro-West mandate in Armenia election, new poll shows

A new poll projects Armenian Premier Nikol Pashinyan’s party could win a large parliamentary majority, as Russia intensifies its campaign to counter Yerevan's pro-West realignment, warning of a Ukraine scenario.

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The Independent UK

Concerns mount that Belarus could be a launchpad for a new Russian offensive in Ukraine

More than four years ago, Belarus allowed Russia to use its territory to invade Ukraine

The Independent UK

Ukraine-Russia war latest: Kyiv denies attacking Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant with drone

Russian claims Ukrainian drone struck nuclear plant over weekend and damaged part of turbine hall wall

Fortune

Russia warns war costs are ravaging its finances while Ukrainian 'drone overmatch' sends Putin's forces reeling in new phase of combat

Economic growth is also stagnating, with GDP expected to tick up just 0.4% this year, down from a previous view for 1.3%.

The Independent UK

Nato must be more willing to push back when the Kremlin goes too far

THE INDEPENDENT VIEW: Editorial: It is unacceptable that Russia, in the conduct of its war in Ukraine, has yet again violated another nation’s sovereignty. After the drone strike on a residential tower block in Romania, the response must be more than the usual summoning of ambassadors

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Putin pushes Nato to the brink with drone attack in Romania

IN DEPTH: As Vladimir Putin pushes ever deeper into Nato territory – by accident or design – the international alliance grows ever more vexed about what action to take, much to the Russian president’s delight. World affairs editor Sam Kiley reports

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'The situation isn’t looking good' — Russia halts VPN fees, but the Kremlin's war against censorship circumvention tools doubles down

A new major wave of VPN blocks has left residents with very few means of going back online. Here's all we know.

France 24

Former RT France chief Xenia Fedorova fuels concerns over pro-Kremlin influence in French media

French officials and analysts are raising the alarm after former RT France chief Xenia Fedorova began appearing regularly on major conservative media outlets in the country. They warn that Kremlin-aligned narratives are gaining visibility ahead of crucial elections, testing the limits of free speech in France.

The Times of India

Gene therapy, mini-pigs, organ printing: Inside Putin's $26 billion quest to beat aging

Russia is investing billions in a state-backed initiative focused on longevity, exploring gene therapy, organ printing, and cryotherapy. This ambition, fueled by President Putin's personal fascination with extending life and power, aims to overcome aging. Despite bold claims, critics question the scientific validity, while Russia grapples with low life expectancy.

The Economic Times

Imported voters, fake websites: Russia's covert efforts to stop Armenia's pivot West

Russia is reportedly working to unseat Armenia's leader ahead of the June 7 election. Moscow fears his re-election will cement Armenia's shift towards the West. Plans include disinformation campaigns and transporting Russian-Armenians to influence the vote. Armenia has been moving closer to Europe and the US, a move that displeases…

The Economic Times

Bluesky accounts hijacked in pro-Russia propaganda campaign

A Russian influence campaign hijacked hundreds of Bluesky accounts -- many belonging to influential Americans -- to spread propaganda, researchers said, in a striking disinformation tactic that weaponized authentic identities rather than relying on fake accounts. Clemson University attributed SDA's campaign to a Kremlin influence operation known among researchers as…

The Economic Times

EU says won't be 'neutral mediator' between Ukraine and Russia

Europe has made clear that it will not play the role of a neutral facilitator between Ukraine and Russia. The European Union firmly backs Ukraine, and ensuring its safety is a top priority, it said. As EU foreign ministers engage in discussions about possibly reaching out to Moscow, their current…

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