The Kremlin said India is free to buy oil from any supplier, amid uncertainty over New Delhi’s stance on Russian crude following an India-US trade deal. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said Russian oil is not easy to replace, underlining Moscow’s confidence in continued energy ties.


India-US Trade Deal: Russia Says India Free To Buy Oil From Anyone

The last nuclear treaty between Russia and the United States is due to expire within hours, raising the risk of a new arms race in which China will also play a key role.


US vs Russia: Putin Proposes Stick To Existing Warhead Limits For Another Year 

Russia-Ukraine War: The first day of Russia-Ukraine talks in Abu Dhabi was described as productive, with military and political issues discussed. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio reaffirmed Washington’s commitment, while President Zelensky said the dialogue must lead to peace.


Ukraine Peace Talks: Military-Political Issues Discussed on First Day of Talks in Abu Dhabi 

The first day of Russia-Ukraine talks in Abu Dhabi was described as productive, with military and political issues discussed. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio reaffirmed Washington’s commitment, while President Zelensky said the dialogue must lead to peace.


Ukraine Peace Talks: US Hails Engagement Between Kyiv & Moscow, 'Talks Must Bring Peace'

Russian President Vladimir Putin hailed his country's growing economic cooperation with China in a video call with Chinese leader Xi Jinping on Wednesday.

BREAKING | Putin Tells Xi: Our Partnership in Energy is Mutually Beneficial

President Vladimir Putin holds video call with Chinese President Xi Jinping. Join us live to know more on this!


BREAKING: Beijing, Moscow Seek To Ramp Up Economic Cooperation

Russia hammered Ukraine with over 500 missiles and drones on February 3, 2026, killing two civilians in Zaporizhzhia-where a monument was also damaged and blacking out cities amid freezing -20°C weather.


Russia-Ukraine War: Russia's Massive Ukraine Strikes Kill 2 in Zaporizhzhia

Russian attacks have hit the heart of Ukraine, cutting heating to more than 1,100 residential buildings in Kyiv amid freezing conditions. Authorities say the strikes have severely impacted civilian infrastructure, raising humanitarian concerns as winter intensifies.

Russia-Ukraine War: Putin Strikes Kyiv, Attacks Cut Heating to Over 1,100 Buildings

Russia unleashed its largest missile and drone barrage of 2026 on Ukraine overnight February 3, launching 71 missiles-including Kinzhal hypersonics and Kh-101 cruise missiles-and 450 Shahed drones targeting energy grids in Kyiv, Kharkiv, Dnipro, Zaporizhzhia, and Odesa.


Russia-Ukraine War: Moscow's Massive Strike Kills 2 in Zaporizhzhia

Russia resumed massive missile and drone strikes across Ukraine on February 3, 2026, launching 71 missiles-including Kinzhal and Kh-101 types-and nearly 450 Shahed drones, targeting energy infrastructure in Kyiv, Kharkiv, Dnipro, and other regions amid freezing -20°C weather.


Russia-Ukraine War: Russia Resume Large-Scale Ukraine Strikes

Top US and Iranian officials are due to meet to hold talks on a possible nuclear deal, while Iran's military chief threatened that "no American would be safe" if the US conducted strikes on Iran. Iran's Fars news says that the US aircraft carrier Abraham Lincoln has retreated near Yemen, opening room for the pursuit of diplomacy in hopes of staving off military confrontation between Washington and Tehran. The report says that the arcraft carrier had "withdrawn" about 1,400 kilometers from the port city of Chabahar in Iran, and is now near the Gulf of Aden, east of Yemen’s Socotra Island. The Pentagon is yet to confirm or deny.


Iran's Shocking Claim, Armada Pulled Back | Is Trump Really Removing Aircraft Carrier near Iran?

Even as U.S. President Donald Trump promised good news regarding ending the war in Ukraine, his Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin had other plans. Russia unleashed a barrage of missiles and attack drones on Ukraine, marking the biggest attack on the country's energy infrastructure this year. This comes a day ahead of the trilateral talks scheduled between U.S., Russia and Ukraine. Does this attack imply that a ceasefire in Ukraine remains a distant dream?


Russia-Ukraine War: Massive Missile Attack on Ukraine Cities While Trump Promises Good News on War

Russian President Vladimir Putin has launched attacks hitting the heart of Ukraine, with explosions reported across multiple cities. The strikes damaged residential areas and energy infrastructure, plunging homes into darkness as the assault intensified.


Russia-Ukraine War: Putin Hits Heart of Ukraine, Homes Plunged Into Darkness 

The United States and Iran are set to hold nuclear talks on Friday in Istanbul, with US special envoy Steve Witkoff and Iranian foreign minister Abbas Araghchi expected to meet to discuss a possible deal on Tehran’s nuclear programme. The meeting follows signals from both Washington and Tehran that diplomatic engagement could resume amid broader regional tensions and efforts to avert conflict.


US-Iran Tensions: US, Iran to Hold Nuclear Talks in Istanbul on Friday

Cosmetics brand Huda Beauty is facing calls for a boycott after its founder, Huda Kattan, shared a video described by critics as pro-regime. The post triggered backlash online, with users accusing the brand of endorsing political messaging and demanding accountability.


Iran: Huda Beauty Faces Boycott After Founder Huda Kattan Shares Pro-Regime Video 

Russia says its strategic ties with India is most important, and that it has not heard from India that it will halth russian oil imports. Kremlin's reaction comes a day after Trump announced a trade deal with India, claiming that India will stop buying Russian oil.


Russia: India Has Not Informed That It Will Stop Buying Our Oil

US President Donald Trump has expressed interest in striking a deal with Iran over its nuclear programme, even as he keeps military action on the table amid escalating tensions. Tehran insists the only subject for negotiation is its nuclear programme and rejects broader demands or coercion. Talks are expected to focus on nuclear issues alone as diplomatic channels remain active despite threats and regional military buildups.


US-Iran Tensions: Trump signals willingness for Iran deal while keeping military option open | WION

Russian missile attacks have struck Kyiv, injuring three people and raising doubts over a proposed energy ceasefire. The strikes underline continued hostilities as efforts to limit attacks on critical energy infrastructure appear under strain. Ukrainian authorities reported damage following the missile impact, highlighting the fragile state of any de-escalation attempts.


Russia-Ukraine War: Russia Attacks Threaten Energy Ceasefire as Missiles Hit Kyiv, Injuring 3 | WION

Russia has resumed missile and air strikes on Ukraine, targeting energy infrastructure and key cities as the country faces freezing winter conditions. Civilians are dealing with power outages and critical shortages, while Ukrainian forces prepare to respond to renewed attacks. This escalation underscores the ongoing volatility in the Russia–Ukraine conflict and the growing humanitarian crisis in the region. 

Breaking: Russia Resumes Strikes on Freezing Ukraine Amid Harsh Winter

Russia and Ukraine exchanged fresh deadly strikes as Kyiv accused Moscow of hitting a maternity hospital in Zaporizhzhia. A separate Russian strike killed 15 miners in Dnipro, while planned Ukraine war talks in Abu Dhabi were delayed to Wednesday.


Russia-Ukraine war: Maternity hospital hit in Zaporizhzhia, 15 miners killed

US President Donald Trump said there could be good news in Ukraine peace talks after he requested a one-week pause from Putin, with Russia halting energy strikes. Ukraine’s talks with the US and Russia are set to resume in the UAE, while the EU pledges new energy aid to Kyiv.


Ukraine Peace Talks: Trump Says Putin Agreed to Pause Attacks on Ukraine for a Week |

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said the next round of US-Ukraine-Russia talks will be held on February 4–5 in Abu Dhabi, even as a Russian drone strike killed 15 Ukrainian miners, underscoring the fragile security situation.


Russia-Ukraine War: Zelensky Says Peace Delegation To Meet Russian Officials In Abu Dhabi 

A Russian drone strike hit a bus carrying DTEK miners returning from their shifts in Ukraine’s Dnipro region, killing 15 people and injuring seven others. The attack has raised fresh questions after US President Donald Trump said Vladimir Putin had agreed to pause strikes during extreme cold weather.


Russia-Ukraine War: Zelensky Confirms Trilateral Talks Between Officials Of Ukraine, US And Russia

The spotlight is on Ukraine’s Donbas region as Moscow demands that Kyiv’s forces step back from the frontlines, framing the move as a key condition for peace, Ukrainian officials and international observers warn the demand could have major implications for sovereignty, security, and future negotiations, analysts say Donbas remains central to any settlement in the Russia-Ukraine war.

Ukraine War: Moscow Pushes Kyiv to Retreat From Donbas

Russia-Ukraine war: Zelensky confirms trilateral talks on Feb 4-5 in the UAE 

SpaceX has halted Russia’s unauthorised use of its Starlink satellite network in Ukraine, preventing Moscow from accessing critical communications technology, experts say this move highlights the growing role of private tech companies in modern warfare and geopolitics, analysts discuss the strategic implications for Ukraine’s defense, international relations, and Russia’s military operations.

SpaceX Stops Russia’s Unauthorised Use of Starlink in Ukraine

NATO has released a report proposing a plan to counter the threat of Russia's information warfare. It calls upon eight Northern European countries to have a coordinated, offensive response in wake of an escalation by Moscow. 


NATO's New Report Reveals Plan To Fight Russia's 'Disinformation' 

U.S. President Donald Trump on Saturday said India will buy Venezuelan oil, helping to replace some of the Russian oil that the world's third-biggest oil importer buys.


Trump Says India Will Buy Venezuelan Oil, New Delhi Has Not Responded to Trump's Claims

Russian President Vladimir Putin hosted Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa in Moscow on January 28, 2026, discussing Russia's continued military presence at key bases like Hmeimim and Tartus amid Syria's post-Assad stabilization.


Putin Meets Al-Sharaa: Russia Aims To Retain Hmeimim And Tartous Bases

Russian forces attacked Ukraine with 90 UAVs, around 60 of which were Shahed drones, on the night of 31 January-1 February. Details: The military reported that 76 UAVs were either shot down or jammed. The remaining 14 UAVs struck nine locations, while debris from downed drones fell at two other locations.


Report: Russia Attacks Ukraine With 90 Drones on First Night Of Feb

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