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HMS Somerset flanking Russian ship Yantar near UK waters.
DEFENCE

British Navy reports that a Russian intelligence vessel has entered UK waters for the second time

The British Navy announced on Wednesday that it is enhancing its efforts to safeguard its waters from covert Russian operations after detecting a Russian spy vessel in UK waters for the second time in a matter of weeks. The spy ship, named Yantar, traversed the English Channel this week, as reported by the Ministry of Defence (MoD). During its passage, it was accompanied by HMS … Continue reading British Navy reports that a Russian intelligence vessel has entered UK waters for the second time

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Russian President Vladimir Putin attends a press conference
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Putin voices growing concern about Russia’s economy, while Trump calls for a resolution on Ukraine

President Vladimir Putin has become increasingly apprehensive about the imbalances in Russia‘s wartime economy, coinciding with Donald Trump’s call for a resolution to the Ukraine conflict, according to five sources familiar with the matter who spoke to Reuters. Despite facing numerous rounds of Western sanctions following its 2022 invasion of Ukraine, Russia’s economy, primarily fueled by oil, gas, and mineral exports, has shown significant growth … Continue reading Putin voices growing concern about Russia’s economy, while Trump calls for a resolution on Ukraine

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Russian soldiers stand at a radar facility on the Alexandra Land island near Nagurskoye, Russia.
DEFENCE

Russia’s military expansion in the Arctic is eclipsed by Trump’s focus on Greenland

A snowstorm fiercely flutters the flags of Denmark, Greenland, and the Faroe Islands above the Joint Arctic Command headquarters, which overlooks the harbor of Nuuk, the capital city of Greenland. This small military installation, manned by approximately 80 personnel, is responsible for overseeing Danish security across the expansive Arctic territory, which spans around 2.1 million square kilometers. While Greenland operates with a significant degree of … Continue reading Russia’s military expansion in the Arctic is eclipsed by Trump’s focus on Greenland

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A frontal view of four B-61 nuclear gravity bombs on a cart.
DEFENCE

United States has stationed upgraded nuclear weapons in Europe

The United States has finalized the modernization of its main thermonuclear weapon, as stated by NNSA Administrator Jill Hruby. She noted that the B61-12 variant of the gravity bomb has already been deployed at military bases in Europe as part of NATO’s nuclear weapons-sharing initiative. The B61 series has been operational for more than five decades. The B61-12 Life Extension Program, which began in 2008, … Continue reading United States has stationed upgraded nuclear weapons in Europe

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Russian, Iranian presidents sign strategic partnership treaty

Russian President Vladimir Putin and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian engaged in discussions in Moscow on Friday, prior to the anticipated signing of a strategic partnership treaty that aims to enhance defense collaboration, a development that may raise concerns in the West. During his inaugural visit to the Kremlin since assuming the presidency last July, Pezeshkian expressed optimism about the potential to finalize an agreement for … Continue reading Russian, Iranian presidents sign strategic partnership treaty

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Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov
DIPLOMACY

Russia is alarmed by the potential involvement of British military forces in Ukraine under a new century-long agreement

Russia expressed concern on Friday regarding the potential deployment of British military assets in Ukraine as part of a new century-long partnership agreement between Kyiv and London. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov addressed inquiries about the possibility of the UK establishing military bases in Ukraine, following the announcement made by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy and British Prime Minister Keir Starmer. Peskov remarked, “As Britain is a … Continue reading Russia is alarmed by the potential involvement of British military forces in Ukraine under a new century-long agreement

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Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov
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Kremlin claims the U.S. is fueling instability in the Caucasus

The Kremlin stated on Tuesday that Russia highly values its strong ties with Armenia, asserting that the United States, which is poised to finalize a strategic partnership agreement with Armenia, has never contributed to stability in the region. Armenia, a former Soviet republic, has historically been a significant ally of Russia; however, in recent years, it has been strengthening its connections with Western nations. Kremlin … Continue reading Kremlin claims the U.S. is fueling instability in the Caucasus

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Russian President Vladimir Putin meets Iranian counterpart Masoud Pezeshkian on the sidelines of a cultural forum dedicated to the 300th anniversary of the birth of the Turkmen poet and philosopher Magtymguly Fragi, in Ashgabat, Turkmenistan.
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Putin and Iran’s Pezeshkian will formalize a strategic partnership on January 17, per the Kremlin

Russian President Vladimir Putin and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian are scheduled to meet in Russia on January 17, where they will finalize a long-anticipated comprehensive strategic partnership agreement, according to a statement from the Kremlin on Monday. The discussions between the two leaders will focus on enhancing cooperation between Moscow and Tehran across various sectors, including trade and investment, transportation and logistics, as well as … Continue reading Putin and Iran’s Pezeshkian will formalize a strategic partnership on January 17, per the Kremlin

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U.S. President Joe Biden speaks during a dinner with U.S. service members and their families ahead of Thanksgiving at U.S. Coast Guard Sector New York on Staten Island, New York, U.S.
DISPUTES

Biden sets a sanctions trap for Trump regarding Russia – Washington Post

The Biden administration has established a complex sanctions framework that poses significant political and legal challenges for President-elect Donald Trump, particularly regarding the potential rollback of extensive sanctions on Russia‘s energy sector, as reported by the Washington Post. The report indicates that Biden’s measures could present considerable obstacles for Trump if he attempts to remove these restrictions. Key challenges include the legal basis for the … Continue reading Biden sets a sanctions trap for Trump regarding Russia – Washington Post

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Russian President Vladimir Putin and then-US President Donald Trump on the sidelines of the G20 Summit in Osaka, Japan, June 28, 2019.
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Russia has expressed its approval of Trump’s willingness to address issues through dialogue

Russia has expressed its approval of U.S. President-elect Donald Trump‘s stated intention to address issues through dialogue, according to Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov. He emphasized that Russian President Vladimir Putin is prepared to engage in discussions with Trump. Peskov indicated that there may be advancements in arranging a meeting between the two leaders following Trump’s inauguration on January 20. While Trump mentioned on Thursday that … Continue reading Russia has expressed its approval of Trump’s willingness to address issues through dialogue

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