US Congress approves Russia sanctions that impact China and India
US lawmakers have approved sweeping new sanctions targeting Russia's economy and Putin's inner circle, with Trump set to sign a bill that also threatens steep tariffs on major buyers of Russian oil, i
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euronews.com
17.09.2026
India warns U.S. new tariffs to deter buyers of Russian oil could impact ties
The U.S. House of Representatives has passed a bill authorizing tariffs of up to 100% to increase pressure on Russia over its invasion of Ukraine.
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japantimes.co.jp
17.09.2026
War in Ukraine: Odesa and Sumy suffer fires and casualties in new Russian attacks
Russia struck the Ukrainian cities of Odesa and Sumy on 16 September, sparking fires and damaging homes and other buildings, according to Ukrainian emergency services and local officials.
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euronews.com
17.09.2026
Rosenberg: Russia's elections will have few surprises, but for the Kremlin they matter
There is no doubt over the outcome of this vote, but for the Kremlin they are still an important moment.
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bbc.co.uk
17.09.2026
Russia’s parliamentary vote features no real opposition to Putin's policies
Russia’s parliamentary election features the main Kremlin’s party and nine others that all back President Vladimir Putin’s policies
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abcnews.com
17.09.2026
See How Jet Power Is Giving Russia the Edge in the Drone War
Jet drones are the latest innovation in robot combat over Ukraine.
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wsj.com
17.09.2026
Congress passes sweeping US sanctions bill targeting Russia
The bill marks the first time in more than two years the US Congress has passed legislation supporting Ukraine
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aljazeera.com
17.09.2026
House passes Russia sanctions bill, overcoming Democratic opposition
The bill was championed by GOP Sen. Lindsey Graham, who suddenly died after announcing a deal had been reached with the White House to move forward.
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cbsnews.com
17.09.2026
US lawmakers pass bill giving Trump more power to sanction Russia and its enablers
Act divides Democrats and Republicans, with some saying it gives president power that could be turned against US alliesThe US Congress has passed a sweeping bill allowing Donald Trump to raise tariffs
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theguardian.com
17.09.2026
House passes Russia sanctions bill named for Lindsey Graham, sending it to Trump
The House voted Wednesday to pass a major bill aimed at imposing sanctions on Russia and Iran, sending it to President Donald Trump for his signature.
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nbcnews.com
17.09.2026
U.S. accuses Russia of plot to kill a prominent dissident in Washington
The U.S. is accusing the Kremlin of orchestrating a murder-for-hire plot against a prominent Russian dissident in Washington, D.C., the Department of Justice has said. The five people who were charged
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nbcnews.com
16.09.2026
Putin urges Russians to vote in parliamentary election as show of support for Ukraine war
Russian President Vladimir Putin on Wednesday described voter turnout in the upcoming parliamentary election as a barometer of public support for Russia’s war against Ukraine and urged voters to go t
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france24.com
16.09.2026
No conspiracy, no mystery, just a gift from a Russian oligarch
A ‘generous wedding gift’ from a ‘dear friend’ raises questions not entirely answered by Bettina and Don Jr’s Instagram captionThis was originally published in This Week in Trumpland. Sign up to recei
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theguardian.com
16.09.2026
Russian drone strike on a passenger bus in Ukraine kills 5 people and wounds at least 7 others
A Russian drone struck a passenger bus in southern Ukraine early Wednesday, killing five people and wounding at least seven. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy described the attack, the latest in a series
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france24.com
16.09.2026
Russia-Africa ties: Moscow's growing influence in Africa
The third Russia-Africa Summit is due to bring African leaders to Moscow at the end of October, as ties between Russia and the continent continue to grow. The Kremlin has sought to expand its influenc
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france24.com
16.09.2026
Rules tying doctors to rural posts leave Russian medical schools short of students
Russia's new rules requiring medical graduates to commit to regional hospital postings before enrolment have left 1,500 residency places unfilled at top universities, even as applications hit record h
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euronews.com
16.09.2026
Russia seizes Ukrainian POWs, then it demands favors from their relatives
Russia is believed to be holding thousands of Ukrainian POWs. Russia is also tormenting the families of these prisoners by contacting their relatives on social media and demanding they help Russia.
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npr.org
16.09.2026
Zelenskyy says Ukraine is "ready for energy ceasefire" with Russia
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy spoke exclusively with CBS News' Aidan Stretch, where he discussed his country's ongoing war with Russia.
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cbsnews.com
16.09.2026
U.S. accuses Russia of plot to kill a prominent dissident in Washington
The Kremlin orchestrated a murder-for-hire plot against a prominent Russian dissident in Washington, D.C., this summer, the Department of Justice has said, as it unsealed charges against five people i
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nbcnews.com
16.09.2026
Russian drone strike kills 5 and injures at least 7 on passenger bus in Ukraine
A Russian drone strike on a passenger bus in southern Ukraine has killed five people and wounded at least seven
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abcnews.com
16.09.2026