Alexander Lukashenko makes calculated overtures to Western nations, seeking to leverage Belarus's strategic position while maintaining ties with Moscow. Analysis reveals his growing confidence and changing geopolitical calculus.
Exclusive investigation reveals Russia is using a shadow fleet of oil tankers to covertly supply components for military drones, bypassing international sanctions and escalating security concerns across Europe.
The European Union imposes new sanctions on Russian intelligence officers and defence firms implicated in covert operations to destabilise Moldova's pro-Western government.
Ex-President Donald Trump reportedly proposed a controversial plan at the UN, suggesting the US and UK broker a deal to end the Ukraine war that would involve ceding Russian-occupied territory and lifting sanctions, allowing a resumption of Russian gas fl
Exclusive: Former Prime Minister Boris Johnson reportedly lobbied on behalf of Russian oil giant Rosneft, sparking outrage and accusations of betraying UK's Ukraine stance.
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán refuses to halt Russian oil purchases despite direct pressure from Donald Trump during NATO summit, highlighting deepening rift within alliance.
Action star Steven Seagal, a known ally of Vladimir Putin, has drawn criticism for his prominent appearance at a Serbian military parade in Belgrade, just days after being targeted by UK sanctions.
Despite Apple's official withdrawal from Russia, the iPhone 17 has gone on sale in Moscow, drawing massive queues and highlighting the complex reality of Western sanctions and the enduring demand for luxury tech.
The UK and US have unleashed a formidable new wave of sanctions targeting Iran's drone production and military apparatus, intensifying pressure over its expanding nuclear activities and regional aggression.
The European Union unveils its most aggressive sanctions package yet, directly targeting Russia's critical oil and gas sectors. The move aims to cripple Putin's ability to fund the ongoing war in Ukraine, marking a significant escalation in the West's eco
In a bold move to protect its financial system, Vietnam has formally requested Russian authorities to swiftly freeze assets held by individuals targeted by international sanctions, signalling a delicate balancing act in its foreign policy.
Vietnam is strategically deepening its diplomatic and economic partnership with Russia, navigating complex global alliances after President Vladimir Putin's recent high-profile visit to Hanoi, which drew international scrutiny.
Exclusive: The European Union is accelerating negotiations for a landmark free trade agreement with India, a strategic move to reduce Moscow's economic leverage and secure supply chains amid the ongoing Ukraine conflict.
Charlie Kirk, a prominent US right-wing commentator, faces scrutiny for using talking points on Ukraine that align with those of sanctioned Russian ultra-nationalist Alexander Dugin, raising concerns over foreign influence in American discourse.
The US Treasury imposes major sanctions on a UAE shipping firm and 18 vessels for allegedly flouting the G7's price cap on Russian oil, escalating efforts to curb Moscow's war funding.
Exclusive: Former US President Donald Trump signals a dramatic reversal on Russia sanctions, triggering a stark warning from Ukrainian leader Volodymyr Zelenskyy. Global markets react as European leaders scramble to respond.
In a major diplomatic escalation, Britain is considering imposing sweeping trade tariffs on China unless it pressures Russia to end the invasion of Ukraine, the Daily Mail can reveal.
Ex-President Donald Trump declares he would encourage Russia to attack NATO members failing to meet defence spending targets, causing global alarm and undermining alliance security.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy calls for immediate action after Russian reconnaissance drones violate NATO territory, raising fears of further escalation in the Black Sea region.
Exclusive: Former President Donald Trump declares he will impose severe sanctions on Russia if NATO member states refuse to halt purchases of Russian oil, signalling a major shift in US foreign policy approach.
A major investigation reveals a clandestine fleet of over 600 tankers is operating in the Baltic Sea, using opaque ownership and dubious insurance to transport Russian oil, raising serious environmental and security risks for the region.
Imperial College London severs all academic and financial links with Russian state-backed institutions in a powerful stand against the war in Ukraine, joining a wave of UK institutional responses.
Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves delivers a scathing critique of Russia's economic collapse under sanctions, contrasting it with the UK's resilience and outlining Labour's plan for economic security.
Exclusive analysis reveals how Russia's wartime economy defies Western sanctions with record-low 3.1% unemployment, creating a paradoxical economic resilience that puzzles experts.
Shadow Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper urges the government to immediately sanction Russian officials linked to the deadly missile strike on a children's hospital in Kyiv, criticising delays in the UK's response.
The UK government announces a new wave of sanctions aimed at crippling Russia's war economy, banning imports of Russian metals and targeting the lucrative diamond industry in coordination with G7 allies.
The UK government has announced its largest-ever single package of sanctions, targeting Russia's shadow fleet of oil tankers and key financial institutions in a major blow to Putin's war funding.
Ex-President Donald Trump signals a major foreign policy shift, declaring readiness to impose stringent new sanctions on Russia. This analysis examines the potential impact on Vladimir Putin's war machine in Ukraine and global geopolitics.
High-stakes diplomatic meeting unfolds as former President Donald Trump declares readiness to impose sweeping new sanctions on Russia, signalling a potential major shift in US foreign policy.
Former President Donald Trump declares he will impose an unprecedented wave of sanctions on Russia to end the war in Ukraine, challenging Putin's regime and Europe's approach to the conflict.