Russia's wartime lifeline from China comes with a price: an 'embarrassing reversal' for Moscow

China buys Russian oil and gas at steep discounts while supplying Moscow with machinery and electronics as Western sanctions tighten.

Russia and Ukraine 'on the verge' of deal to end war, deputy foreign minister says

Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergey Ryabkov told ABC News during an exclusive interview in Moscow on Monday that he believes the warring parties are close to a deal.

US officials tout progress in talks to reach 'lasting and durable peace' between Ukraine, Russia

President Donald Trump has directed U.S. officials to help to facilitate a “lasting and durable peace" between Ukraine and Russia, with a "very, very strong" package being presented.

Russia Oil Prices Hit Lowest Since War Began on Western Pressure

Russian crude prices are at their lowest since the war in Ukraine began, as sanctions deepen the discounts the nation’s oil industry needs to offer and benchmark futures tumble.

UK’s new spy chief warns the ‘front line is everywhere’ amid growing threat from Russia

The new head of Britain’s foreign intelligence service MI6 will warn the nation that the “front line is everywhere” in her first public speech on Monday, as the UK faces emerging threats.

Russia may return to international football after four-year absence in new FIFA youth tournament

Russia's national teams and domestic clubs have been suspended from FIFA and UEFA competitions since the nation's invasion of Ukraine.
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Ukraine scrabbles for handholds against Russia’s massive assault

But part is because Ukraine is keeping secret the methods it hopes will help it regain a winning edge elsewhere. Participants refuse to say how they circumvented the all-seeing eyes and kill-zones of the modern battlefield.

'Never been done before': What to know about Europe's controversial plan to use Russia's frozen assets

The European Union is on the precipice of a momentous decision on whether to use frozen Russian assets to finance more support for Ukraine. Critics argue the plan is legally questionable and risks retaliation by Moscow.
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