Ukraine's drone campaign is challenging Russia's grip on Crimea
Russia had maintained an iron grip on Crimea since it seized the territory in its initial invasion of Ukraine in 2014. But Ukraine is now waging a sustained drone campaign on the peninsula.
World
npr.org
14.08.2026
Russia Captures Record Share of India’s Oil Market
Finance
finance.yahoo.com
14.08.2026
NHK: Japan considers response to Putin's visit to Kuril Islands
The Japanese government is studying options for possible responses to Russian President Vladimir Putin's visit to the southern part of the Kuril Islands.
Azerbaijan
report.az
14.08.2026
Oil slick from tanker carrying sanctioned Russian crude reaches Oman
An oil slick from the tanker the Caroline Bezengi has reached Oman’s coastline weeks after the vessel ran aground.
World
aljazeera.com
14.08.2026
Azerbaijan expands its electricity export footprint in Russia
Azerbaijan
trend.az
14.08.2026
Trump Gives Green Light to U.S. Companies to Aim Hacks at Cybercriminals
The practice would align the United States more closely with countries like China and Russia, where spy agencies have long relied on private-sector hackers to help with national security missions.
Politics
nytimes.com
13.08.2026
Russia’s Diesel Exports Crash to Multiyear-Low amid Tight Global Market
Finance
finance.yahoo.com
13.08.2026
Poland arrests man who allegedly tried to kill Ukrainian American
The suspect has been identified as a Russian citizen who planned to kill one of Moscow's critics in Warsaw.
World
aljazeera.com
13.08.2026
Is Russia’s economy cracking despite the Iran war windfall?
A widening deficit and Ukrainian strikes are testing Russia's economy, even as war in the Middle East lifts oil revenue.
World
aljazeera.com
13.08.2026
A British firm starts containment of oil spill from stricken tanker off Oman
A British maritime company has been hired to salvage a grounded Russian tanker off Oman and stop a spreading oil spill
World
abcnews.com
13.08.2026
By sky and sea, Ukraine's drone strikes challenge Russia's grip on Crimea
Russia maintained an iron grip on Crimea since seizing it from Ukraine in 2014. Many Russian civilians go there to enjoy the beaches. But now Ukraine is hitting Crimea hard, upending daily life.
World
npr.org
13.08.2026
Robert Gilman was on "death's door" before Russia freed him, advocate says
Robert Gilman, a U.S. Marine veteran, was imprisoned in Russia for over four years and now faces a long road to recovery, says a hostage crisis expert who advocated for Gilman's release.
World
cbsnews.com
13.08.2026
Russian Nordwind to launch new flights from Kazan to Uzbekistan
Azerbaijan
trend.az
13.08.2026
Ukraine’s drones hit major Russian refinery 800 miles from the border, sparking fire
Ukrainian drones have struck a major refinery deep inside Russia, marking the fourth attack in three days
World
abcnews.com
13.08.2026
Azerbaijan transits Russian wheat to Armenia (UPDATE)
Azerbaijan
trend.az
13.08.2026
Azerbaijan transits Russian wheat to Armenia
Azerbaijan
trend.az
13.08.2026
Takaichi slams Putin’s visit to disputed Pacific islands
Japan’s prime minister rebukes Russian president’s first-ever trip to Kuril Islands
Finance
ft.com
13.08.2026
Russian drone strikes passenger train in Odesa region, killing driver
A Russian Shahed drone struck a passenger train in Ukraine’s Odesa region on 13 August 2026, killing the driver and his assistant and forcing the evacuation of 340 passengers, including 67 children, i
Azerbaijan
euronews.com
13.08.2026
Sun, sea and bombs in Odesa
In the port city known for its beaches and nightlife, Russian attacks are choking off an export lifeline
Finance
ft.com
13.08.2026
Japan PM says Putin's visit to disputed islands 'absolutely unacceptable'
It was the first time the Russian leader had visited the Kuril islands, according to state media.
World
bbc.co.uk
13.08.2026