Unlike conventional explosives, which rely on a rapid chemical blast, thermobaric devices use atmospheric oxygen to sustain their explosion, creating higher temperatures and longer shockwaves.

Inside world’s deadliest ‘vacuum bombs’: How thermobaric weapons create hottest, longest blasts in war

Putin announces Russia’s new “invincible” nuclear cruise missile is ready for deployment, raising global security concerns. Experts warn the advanced weapon could escalate tensions and pose a serious threat to Ukraine.

Can Russia's New Nuclear-Powered Missile Be A Game Changer? 

Russia Tests Its Nuclear-Powered Cruise Missile With Limitless Range

Trump hints Putin summit may be off the table, calling their ties “very disappointing” and saying he won’t “waste time” without a real deal. Are Trump and Putin drifting apart?

Trump-Putin bromance over? POTUS says won't 'waste time' meeting Russian President

The war just turned apocalyptic. Watch dramatic footage as Russian missiles and drones rain down on Kyiv, Kharkiv, and Sumy, leaving a trail of death and destruction. We show the terrifying drone strike that ripped through Sumy and the sheer scale of the Russian bombardment. Amidst the chaos, President Zelensky makes a shocking admission, calling President Donald Trump's brutal front-line proposal a "good compromise." Is a new peace deal on the table? Simultaneously, Ukraine retaliates with British Storm Shadow missiles, hitting a Russian chemical plant. This is the full escalation of the conflict, with both sides delivering devastating blows.

Russia-Ukraine War: 300 Drones, 37 Missiles: One Night of Hell in Ukraine

US energy secretary Chris Wright urged India to stop buying discounted Russian oil, echoing Trump’s tariffs warning, arguing such imports fund Moscow’s Ukraine war, while stressing Washington still values strong India–US energy ties.

'We don’t want to punish India': US tells India to buy oil from 'anywhere, just not Russia'

Russian foreign minister Sergey Lavrov criticised US tariff threats, insisting India and China, as “ancient civilisations,” will not yield to Washington’s ultimatums over Russian oil, sanctions, and energy ties during the Ukraine conflict.

‘Ancient civilisations won’t bend’: Russia warns US tariff threats against India, China 'won't work'

PM Modi hold talks with Italian counterpart Meloni; discuss Ukraine war, push for India-EU trade pact

Despite U.S. officials accusing India of profiting from the Ukraine war, new reports allege that President Donald Trump is earning a 10% commission on U.S. weapon sales to Ukraine, funneled through European intermediaries. The revelation calls into question America's role in the conflict, with critics claiming Trump has turned the military into a profit-driven venture while deflecting blame onto others like India.

'Peacemaker' Trump profits extra 10% from Russia-Ukraine war: Shifts blame to India? 

Trump told Zelensky to drop hopes of reclaiming Crimea or joining NATO, saying Ukraine could end the war with Russia “almost immediately” if it wanted. His remarks came ahead of talks in Washington with the Ukrainian President and European leaders.

Trump drops bombshell before Zelensky meet — tells Ukraine to give up on NATO, Crimea dream

A Ukrainian sniper has reportedly set a new world record for the longest confirmed kill shot in history — eliminating two Russian soldiers with a single bullet fired from more than 4 kilometres (2.5 miles) away.

Watch: 'Ghost' Ukrainian sniper takes out two Russian soldiers with record-breaking kill shot from 4km away

US President Donald Trump, in an interview, revealed that he and Russian President Vladimir Putin had “largely” agreed on land swaps and possible US security guarantees as part of a future ceasefire deal in Ukraine.

Trump says he and Putin 'largely' agreed on Ukraine land swaps, claims war 'pretty close to the end' but Ukraine needs to 'make a deal'

French President Emmanuel Macron said that Europeans also need to be part of the solution to Ukraine war, as their own security is at stake. He added that he will continue to coordinate closely with President Zelensky and other European partners.

‘Ukraine’s future cannot be decided without Ukrainians,’ says Macron, as politicking intensifies ahead of Trump-Putin meet

US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin could meet in an Arab country, as a source told TASS news agency that the possibility of holding a Putin-Trump meeting has been discussed. At a meeting with the president of the UAE, Putin said the Arab nation could be a venue.

Russian invasion of Ukraine could be ‘frozen’ soon, says Poland’s PM Tusk as Trump’s deadline for Moscow ends

The statement came after Trumps envoy Steve Witkoff met Russian President Vladimir Putin on Wednesday (August 6) to reach a ceasefire deal with Ukraine. 

Trump to discuss Ukraine war with Putin in first meeting since his White House return

Consequently, foreign currency sales by exporters have plummeted, with import payments now 55% in rubles. Businesses have created alternative payment networks to mitigate sanctions, resulting in a more opaque trade setup that helps Russia adapt to the global monetary system challenges.

Russia’s foreign currency inflows shrink as trade shifts to ruble payments

Crude benchmarks fell as Trump extended deadline for Russia Ukraine withdrawal soothed fears of near term sanctions. Analysts say the reprieve could be short-lived if Moscow fails to comply.

Oil prices slip as Trump’s 50-day Russia deadline cools supply fears

Donald Trump, who pledged to end the war within 24 hours of taking office, is now more than four months into his term without any breakthrough. Rubio admitted that Trump is “disappointed and frustrated that there’s not been more flexibility on the Russian side” to end the war.

Trump frustrated with Putin as Ukraine war drags on - Will he send weapons, tighten sanctions, or walk away? | Explained

Ukraine and the West accuse China of enabling the Russian invasion through trade and of supplying technology, including for deadly drone attacks.

Chinese father and son detained by Ukraine for alleged spying

This comes after Trump publicly contradicted Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth during a White House dinner with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

'I don’t know, why don’t you tell me?': Trump roasts reporter over Ukraine weapons pause – Did Hegseth or someone else make the call?

Russia’s weapons, like the T-14 tank, Ka-52 helicopter, and Su-57 jet, have failed to perform well in Ukraine, as per expectation reports. Issues with accuracy, reliability, and outdated systems show major problems in Russia’s military strategy and technology.


5 Russian weapons that failed to deliver in the Ukraine war

Ukraine’s SBU security service believes this is part of a wider Russian sabotage campaign that began in spring 2023. Artem Dekhtiarenko, an SBU spokesperson, told the Guardian the first wave involved arson attacks on army vehicles and offices.

'Mass recruitment of Ukrainians to plant bombs': Russia’s new war tactic against Ukraine? Recruit teenagers to be suicide bombers

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Inside world’s deadliest ‘vacuum bombs’: How thermobaric weapons create hottest, longest blasts in war

Can Russia's New Nuclear-Powered Missile Be A Game Changer?

Can Russia's New Nuclear-Powered Missile Be A Game Changer?

Russia Tests Its Nuclear-Powered Cruise Missile With Limitless Range

Russia Tests Its Nuclear-Powered Cruise Missile With Limitless Range

Trump-Putin bromance over? POTUS won't 'waste time' meeting Russian President

Russia-Ukraine War: 300 Drones, 37 Missiles: One Night of Hell in Ukraine

US tells India to buy oil from 'anywhere, just not Russia'

Russia warns US tariff threats against India, China 'won't work'

PM Modi dials Meloni; discuss Ukraine war, push for India-EU trade pact

'Peacemaker' Trump profits extra 10% from Russia-Ukraine war: Shifts blame to India?

Trump's bombshell before Zelensky meet: Tells Ukraine to give up on NATO, Crimea

Watch: Ukrainian sniper takes out Russian soldiers with kill shot from 4km away

Trump says he and Putin 'largely' agreed on Ukraine land swaps, claims war 'pretty close to the end' but Ukraine needs to 'make a deal'

‘Ukraine’s future cannot be decided without Ukrainians,’ says Macron

Russian invasion of Ukraine could be ‘frozen’ soon, says Poland’s PM Tusk

Trump to meet Putin on Ukraine war for first time since his White House return

Russia’s foreign currency inflows shrink as trade shifts to ruble payments

Oil prices slip as Trump’s 50-day Russia deadline cools supply fears

Trump frustrated with Putin as Ukraine war drags on - What will he do next?

Chinese father and son detained by Ukraine for alleged spying

Trump roasts reporter over Ukraine weapons pause – Who made the call?

5 Russian weapons that failed to deliver in the Ukraine war

Russia’s new war tactic against Ukraine? Recruit teenagers to be suicide bombers