India and the US are reportedly close to finalising a long-pending trade deal that could see Washington cut tariffs on Indian imports to 15–16% from 50%. The move comes after India agreed to reduce its dependence on Russian oil.

India-US Trade Deal: Trump Says Modi Agreed To Not Buy 'That Much' Russian Oil

President Vladimir Putin on Wednesday (October 22) oversaw a test of Russia's nuclear forces on land, sea and air to rehearse their readiness and command structure.

The test included the launch of a land-based "Yars" intercontinental ballistic missile from a cosmodrome, the launch of a "Sineva" ballistic missile from a nuclear submarine in the Barents Sea, and the launch of nuclear-capable cruise missiles from strategic bombers.

Russia carries out regular drills of its nuclear forces to put them through their paces and to remind adversaries that it holds the world's largest nuclear arsenal at a period of soaring East-West tensions.

Russia: Nuclear Threat Will Grow if US Rejects Moscow's Proposal on Arms Control

Ukrainian President Zelensky calls Trump’s frontline plan a good compromise but expresses doubts over whether Russian President Putin will accept it.


Russia-Ukraine war: 13 Ukrainians killed in 24 hours, Zelensky says country ready for ceasefire

Russia-Ukraine war: 2 killed in Russian strikes, Ukraine military hits Russian ammunition plant 

Russia-Ukraine war: Zelensky says Trump's front line proposal a good compromise

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has said he would be ready to join Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin at a proposed summit in Hungary if he were invited.

The US and Russian presidents announced after their phone call on Thursday that they planned to hold talks on the war in Ukraine in Budapest, possibly in the coming weeks.

Trump To Meet Putin in Budapest, Zelensky Says Ready To Join Trump, Putin If Invited

Soldiers are to be given new powers to shoot down unidentified drones believed to be threatening UK military bases in response to a recent spate of incursions and sightings in Europe.


UK military get new power to shoot unidentified drones

In a heated exchange, U.S. President Donald Trump reportedly clashed with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, making it clear: “No missiles, no options.” Trump’s tough stance marks a major shift in tone regarding U.S. support for Ukraine.


Russia-Ukarine war: Zelensky told to accept Putin's gain; Trump tells Ukraine surrender Donetsk

President Donald Trump has issued a stark warning to India: cut off or sharply reduce your purchases of Russian crude oil — or continue to face “massive” tariffs on your exports to the U.S. In this video, we unpack the latest developments, including Trump’s claims that Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi told him India would halt Russian oil imports, India’s rebuttal, the implications for Indo‑US trade relations, and the larger context of the Ukraine war and global energy markets.

Trump Warns India Over Indian Russian Oil Deal

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has signalled he’s ready to participate in a potential summit alongside Russian President Vladimir Putin and U.S. President Donald Trump in Budapest — if formally invited. Why now? What does this mean for the ongoing Russia‑Ukraine war, peace negotiations, territorial integrity and Ukraine’s future? In this video we break down the background of this proposed summit, Zelenskyy’s conditions and concerns, Hungary’s role as host, how Western allies are reacting and what it could mean for the front lines and diplomacy.

Russia Ukraine War: Zelensky Says 'Ready To Join Putin-Trump' In Budapest

European Union member states on Monday reached an agreement to completely phase out their remaining gas imports from Russia by the end of 2027, marking a significant move to end the bloc's reliance on Moscow amid the ongoing war in Ukraine. The proposal was approved by the European Commission in Luxembourg to gradually phase out both pipeline gas and liquefied natural gas (LNG) imports from Russia, pending approval from the European Parliament.&nbsp;The Energy Minister of Denmark, Lars Aagaard, who holds the European Union's rotating presidency, hailed the move as a "crucial" step to make Europe energy self-reliant. The proposal is a part of a wider EU strategy to avoid the bloc's dependency on Russian energy supplies. "Although we have worked hard and pushed to get Russian gas and oil out of Europe in recent years, we are not there yet," Aagaard said, news agency AFP reported.&nbsp;The commission is also advocating for liquefied natural gas (LNG) imports from Russia to be halted a year earlier, by January 2027, under a new sanctions package designed to weaken the war finances of Russia against Ukraine. However, such sanctions require unanimous consent from all 27 EU member states, a consensus that has often proven difficult to achieve.<h3>What do the new contracts say?</h3>Monday’s trade restrictions, by contrast, only needed the approval of a weighted majority, at least 15 member states. According to diplomats, all nations except Hungary and Slovakia backed the decision as both nations maintain closer ties with the Kremlin and continue to receive Russian gas through pipelines.&nbsp;"The real impact of this regulation is that our safe supply of energy in Hungary is going to be killed," said Budapest's top diplomat, Peter Szijjarto. His government stated that the landlocked country requires importing gas from Russia due to geographical constraints.&nbsp;Based on the approved proposal on Monday, which is most likely to also win the support of the European Parliament, Russian gas imports will be banned as of January 1, 2026, under new contracts. However, the current agreements will be given a transition period, allowing gas deliveries under short-term contracts until 17 June next year and under long-term contracts until 1 January 2028.&nbsp;While pipeline gas imports from Russia have significantly declined since the start of the Ukraine invasion, several European nations have boosted their intake of Russian liquefied natural gas (LNG) shipped by sea. As of 2025, Russian gas is still estimated to make up about 13 per cent of the EU’s total imports, valued at more than 15 billion euros annually, according to EU officials in Brussels.

The Energy Minister of Denmark, Lars Aagaard, who holds the European Union's rotating presidency, hailed the move as a "crucial" step to make Europe energy self-reliant. The proposal is a part of a wider EU strategy to avoid the bloc's dependency on Russian energy supplies.

European Union member states on Monday reached an agreement to completely phase out their remaining gas imports from Russia by the end of 2027, marking a significant move to end the bloc's reliance on Moscow amid the ongoing war in Ukraine. The proposal was approved by the European Commission in Luxembourg to gradually phase out both pipeline gas and liquefied natural gas (LNG) imports from Russia, pending approval from the European Parliament. The Energy Minister of Denmark, Lars Aagaard, who holds the European Union's rotating presidency, hailed the move as a "crucial" step to make Europe energy self-reliant. The proposal is a part of a wider EU strategy to avoid the bloc's dependency on Russian energy supplies. "Although we have worked hard and pushed to get Russian gas and oil out of Europe in recent years, we are not there yet," Aagaard said, news agency AFP reported. The commission is also advocating for liquefied natural gas (LNG) imports from Russia to be halted a year earlier, by January 2027, under a new sanctions package designed to weaken the war finances of Russia against Ukraine. However, such sanctions require unanimous consent from all 27 EU member states, a consensus that has often proven difficult to achieve. What do the new contracts say? Monday’s trade restrictions, by contrast, only needed the approval of a weighted majority, at least 15 member states. According to diplomats, all nations except Hungary and Slovakia backed the decision as both nations maintain closer ties with the Kremlin and continue to receive Russian gas through pipelines. "The real impact of this regulation is that our safe supply of energy in Hungary is going to be killed," said Budapest's top diplomat, Peter Szijjarto. His government stated that the landlocked country requires importing gas from Russia due to geographical constraints. Based on the approved proposal on Monday, which is most likely to also win the support of the European Parliament, Russian gas imports will be banned as of January 1, 2026, under new contracts. However, the current agreements will be given a transition period, allowing gas deliveries under short-term contracts until 17 June next year and under long-term contracts until 1 January 2028. While pipeline gas imports from Russia have significantly declined since the start of the Ukraine invasion, several European nations have boosted their intake of Russian liquefied natural gas (LNG) shipped by sea. As of 2025, Russian gas is still estimated to make up about 13 per cent of the EU’s total imports, valued at more than 15 billion euros annually, according to EU officials in Brussels.

The Energy Minister of Denmark, Lars Aagaard, who holds the European Union's rotating presidency, hailed the move as a "crucial" step to make Europe energy self-reliant. The proposal is a part of a wider EU strategy to avoid the bloc's dependency on Russian energy supplies.

No more Russian gas! EU to end remaining gas imports from Moscow by 2027 — Here's why?

Russian President Vladimir Putin has demanded that Ukraine surrender full control of Donetsk, a strategically crucial region in eastern Ukraine, as a condition for ending the war, according to The Washington Post.


Russia-Ukraine war: Trump envoy Witkoff pushes Ukraine to hand over Donetsk 

Russia-Ukraine war: Will Ukraine cede Donetsk to end war? Donetsk at the heart of the deal

Germany has pledged more than $2bn in military aid for Ukraine, as the government in Kyiv signalled that it would need $120bn in 2026 to stave off Russia’s nearly four-year all-out war.


Russia-Ukraine war: Can West sustain Ukraine aid? UK reviews defence spending strategy

Russia-Ukraine war: Germany pledges $2. 33 billion in military aid for Ukraine

U.S. President Donald Trump has announced plans to meet Russian President Vladimir Putin in Budapest for talks focused on ending the war in Ukraine. The statement follows what Trump described as a "very productive" phone call with Putin, raising global interest in the potential peace talks.


Trump-Putin meet: EU airspace restrictions complicate Putin's travel to Hungary 

Trump-Putin meet: Putin’s Hungary trip faces EU airspace challenges; which route will Putin take? 

President Donald Trump said he plans to discuss new capabilities that would allow Kyiv to strike deeper into Russia in a meeting underway now at the White House with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. Trump signaled interest in Zelensky’s proposed trade of Ukrainian drones for long-range Tomahawk missiles, though he indicated he had not yet made up his mind.


Russia-Ukraine war: Trump asks Zelensky & Trump to 'get along a little'

Russia-Ukraine war: Zelensky meets Trump, returns without assurance on Tomahawks, territories

After a brief pause in negotiations on ending the Russian-Ukrainian war, a new phase of activity has begun. US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin plan to meet in person again – this time in Budapest.


Russia-Ukraine war: Kyiv cripples 40% of russia's fuel capacity, Putin remains resolute 

Trump-Zelensky meet: Trump is Hesitant on sending Tomahawk missiles to Ukraine 

Trump-Zelensky meet: Trump tells Kyiv to 'make a deal' as Tomahawk plea misses mark 

Trump-Zelensky meet: Ukraine shares potential targets in Russian economy

A Kremlin envoy has proposed building a $8 billion rail tunnel under the Bering Strait to connect Russia and the United States. Dubbed the “Putin-Trump” tunnel, the 70-mile link would facilitate joint resource exploration and symbolize renewed unity between the two powers. The idea comes amid efforts to revive U.S.-Russia relations, following talks between Presidents Putin and Trump and a planned meeting in Budapest to discuss peace in Ukraine.

Russia Proposes ‘Putin-Trump’ Tunnel Project, Zelensky Says He Does Not Like Proposal

President Donald Trump said he plans to discuss new capabilities that would allow Kyiv to strike deeper into Russia in a meeting underway now at the White House with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. Trump signaled interest in Zelensky’s proposed trade of Ukrainian drones for long-range Tomahawk missiles, though he indicated he had not yet made up his mind.

Trump-Zelensky Meet: US President Calls on Ukraine, Russia To 'Stop Where They Are'

In a major diplomatic move, Russian President Vladimir Putin has hosted Syrian political figure Farouk al-Sharaa in Moscow, raising speculation about the future of Syrian leadership and Russia’s long-standing support for President Bashar al-Assad.

Russia-Syria Ties: Al-Sharaa Visits Moscow, Calls For Redefined Partnership

A Kremlin envoy has proposed building a $8 billion rail tunnel under the Bering Strait to connect Russia and the United States. Dubbed the “Putin-Trump” tunnel, the 70-mile link would facilitate joint resource exploration and symbolize renewed unity between the two powers. The idea comes amid efforts to revive U.S.-Russia relations, following talks between Presidents Putin and Trump and a planned meeting in Budapest to discuss peace in Ukraine.


Russia Proposes ‘Putin-Trump’ Tunnel Project Under Bering Strait

Trump-Zelensky Meet: Trump Tells Kyiv To Make A Deal As Tomahawk Plea Misses A Mark 

Trump-Zelensky meet: Zelensky's third visit to the White House

Russia and the United States should build a "Putin-Trump" rail tunnel under the Bering Strait to link their countries, unlock joint exploration of natural resources and "symbolise unity", a Kremlin envoy has suggested.


Kremlin proposes 'Putin-Trump' tunnel under Bering Strait

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India-US Trade Deal: Trump Says Modi Agreed To Not Buy 'That Much' Russian Oil

Russia: Nuclear Threat Will Grow if US Rejects Moscow's Proposal on Arms Control

Russia-Ukraine war: 13 Ukrainians killed in 24 hours, Zelensky says country ready for ceasefire

Russia-Ukraine war: 2 killed in Russian strikes, Ukraine military hits Russian ammunition plant

Russia-Ukraine war: Zelensky says Trump's front line proposal a good compromise

Trump To Meet Putin in Budapest, Zelensky Says Ready To Join Trump, Putin If Invited

UK military get new power to shoot unidentified drones

Russia-Ukarine war: Zelensky told to accept Putin's gain; Trump tells Ukraine surrender Donetsk

Trump Warns India Over Indian Russian Oil Deal

Russia Ukraine War: Zelensky Says 'Ready To Join Putin-Trump' In Budapest

No more Russian gas! EU to end remaining gas imports by 2027 — Here's why?

Russia-Ukraine war: Trump envoy Witkoff pushes Ukraine to hand over Donetsk

Russia-Ukraine war: Will Ukraine cede Donetsk to end war? Donetsk at the heart of the deal

Russia-Ukraine war: Can West sustain Ukraine aid? UK reviews defence spending strategy

Russia-Ukraine war: Germany pledges $2. 33 billion in military aid for Ukraine

Trump-Putin meet: EU airspace restrictions complicate Putin's travel to Hungary

Trump-Putin meet: Putin’s Hungary trip faces EU airspace challenges; which route will Putin take?

Russia-Ukraine war: Trump asks Zelensky & Trump to 'get along a little'

Russia-Ukraine war: Zelensky meets Trump, returns without assurance on Tomahawks, territories

Russia-Ukraine war: Kyiv cripples 40% of russia's fuel capacity, Putin remains resolute

Trump-Zelensky meet: Trump is Hesitant on sending Tomahawk missiles to Ukraine

Trump-Zelensky meet: Trump tells Kyiv to 'make a deal' as Tomahawk plea misses mark

Trump-Zelensky meet: Ukraine shares potential targets in Russian economy

Russia Proposes ‘Putin-Trump’ Tunnel Project, Zelensky Says He Does Not Like Proposal

Trump-Zelensky Meet: US President Calls on Ukraine, Russia To 'Stop Where They Are'

Trump-Zelensky Meet: US President Calls on Ukraine, Russia To 'Stop Where They Are'