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Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
US allies need to shoot down Russian aircraft testing NATO boundaries, Czech president warns
Petr Pavel warns allies may need to down Russian aircraft testing NATO boundaries, urging clear red lines amid rising border probes and tensions.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Zelenskyy thanks Trump for signing 'critically important' Russia sanctions bill
Ukraine hails new U.S. law expanding Russia sanctions, seeking sustained pressure on Moscow as implementation details and market reactions loom.
- 7 min
- Ukraine
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Oil prices are high but could be much worse. Trump has China's Xi to thank for that
Analysts credit Xi’s reserve and buying strategy for capping volatility as Trump-era Iran risks lifted crude prices without triggering a spike.
- 7 min
- China
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
House passes Russia sanctions bill named for Lindsey Graham, sending it to Trump
U.S. House approves Russia-Iran sanctions bill, named for Sen. Lindsey Graham, sending it to President Trump for signature amid heightened tensions.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Trump blames Kyiv for diesel costs amid Mideast oil crisis
In Kyiv, Trump urges Ukraine to halt refinery strikes, linking attacks to diesel shortages and market strain during a broader Middle East disruption.
- 7 min
- Ukraine
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
‘To the victor the spoils’: Trump’s Venezuelan oil grab
Reports say Trump hailed a sweeping Venezuela oil pact, drawing backlash over U.S. leverage as markets, OPEC ties, and legal hurdles loom.
- 7 min
- Venezuela
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Rebuilding bridges: the US lifts sanctions on Syria
Washington ends Syria sanctions, aiming to spur rebuilding, trade, and aid. Markets eye logistics, cement, power, and telecoms amid cautious oversight.
- 7 min
- Syria
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Trump’s ‘Tanker‑for‑Tanker’ Policy Escalates: U.S. Strikes 3 IRGC Oil Tankers After Iran Targets 2 Warships
Washington expands ‘tanker-for-tanker’ policy, hitting three IRGC-linked oil vessels after Iran targeted two U.S. warships, raising Gulf maritime risks.
- 7 min
- Iran
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Sen. Blumenthal urges House to pass Russia sanctions bill amid a "moment of extreme urgency" in Ukraine
Sen. Blumenthal presses the House to advance a Senate-backed Russia sanctions package, citing urgent support for Ukraine amid intensifying fighting.
- 7 min
- Ukraine
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Trump touts access to 65 billion barrels of Venezuelan oil in deal he says will slash gas prices
In Washington, Trump says U.S. can tap 65B barrels from Venezuela to cut gas prices; analysts warn legal, logistical hurdles could delay any impact.
- 7 min
- Venezuela
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Ukraine launches investigation after Russian strike on depot near homes triggers explosions, kills 27
Kyiv opens investigation into depot near homes after a Russian strike sparked explosions, killing at least 27. Safety breaches and protocols under review.
- 7 min
- Ukraine
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Trump's oil and gas stock trades continued during Iran war, filings show
Filings reveal Trump’s oil and gas trades persisted amid the Iran war, raising conflict-of-interest questions and calls for oversight.
- 7 min
- Iran
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
U.S. must be ‘very, very careful’ about Iran sanctions that target Beijing: Former Amb. to China
Former U.S. ambassador urges caution as Washington signals Iran secondary sanctions that could hit Beijing, risking U.S.-China strains and energy fallout.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Russian volunteers shoot down much-hyped Ukrainian missile with machine-gun (VIDEO) — RT Russia & Former Soviet Union
Russian media says a volunteer unit in Kursk shot down a Ukrainian FP-5 Flamingo with machine-gun fire; video shared, verification pending.
- 7 min
- Russia
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Russian online retailer Ozon warehouse in Orenburg region hit in drone attack, governor says
Orenburg governor says debris struck an Ozon site on Aug 23, affecting two facilities; no immediate casualty details. Logistics may face brief disruption.
- 7 min
- Russia
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Moscow’s response for seizing Russian vessels will put West in its place – Carl Zha to RT — RT World News
Russia warns it will match any Western seizures of Russia-linked ships, raising maritime security risks and potential impacts on energy and grain trade.
- 7 min
- Russia
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Russia sanctions bill honoring Lindsey Graham breezes through Senate, heads to House
U.S. Senate approves sanctions on buyers of Russian oil, honoring Sen. Lindsey Graham; measure advances to the House amid bipartisan momentum.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
US Senate passes Lindsey Graham’s Russia sanctions bill — RT World News
Senate passage advances a bill letting Trump levy 100% tariffs on buyers of Russian goods, tightening secondary pressure as House action awaits.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Senate passes sanctions bill on Russia and Iran named for late Sen. Lindsey Graham
U.S. Senate approves bipartisan sanctions on Russia and Iran, named for late Sen. Lindsey Graham; measure moves to the House for consideration.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Hostile actions against Russian merchant fleet must be fought like ‘piracy’ – Putin — RT Russia & Former Soviet Union
In Moscow, Putin told Navy commanders that hostile acts against Russia’s merchant fleet should be treated as piracy, signaling tougher maritime measures.
- 7 min
- Russia
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Rep. Mike Turner says he hopes Senate will pass Russia sanctions as "one of the legacies" of Lindsey Graham
Rep. Mike Turner presses for quick Senate action on Russia sanctions, casting it as part of Lindsey Graham’s legacy amid evolving U.S.-Russia policy deb...
- 7 min
- Russia
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Trump administration to support heavy tariffs on Russian oil in bid to end Ukraine war, sources say
Bipartisan senators say the Trump administration will back steep tariffs and expanded sanctions on Russian oil to pressure Moscow over Ukraine.
- 7 min
- Ukraine
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
US senators say agreement reached with Trump on Russia sanctions bill
Bipartisan negotiators in Washington say they struck a deal with the Trump administration to advance an updated Russia sanctions bill after prior delays.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
NATO and Kiev seek weapons to destroy Russian airfields – Moscow
Russia says NATO’s deeper Ukraine integration and talk of enabling strikes on Russian airbases could trigger a direct confrontation.
- 7 min
- Russia