Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,256 Here are the key events on day 1,256 of Russia’s war on Ukraine. Al Jazeera · Aug 2, 2025
Donald Trump may finally have the measure of Putin THE INDEPENDENT VIEW: Editorial: With the symbolic deployment of nuclear submarines near Russia, the US president has indicated he now understands that Moscow must not be appeased The Independent UK · Aug 2, 2025
Dmitry Medvedev: Russia's Hawkish Ex-president Former Russian president Dmitry Medvedev, whose comments prompted US President Donald Trump to move two nuclear submarines, was once seen as a liberal reformer but has become one of the Kremlin's most prominent anti-Western hawks. International Business Times · Aug 2, 2025
India to still buy oil from Russia despite Trump threats, say officials No pause on Russian imports by Indian oil firms who base decisions on ‘price, grade of crude, logistics and economic factors’ The Guardian - UK · Aug 2, 2025
Why is Trump moving nuclear submarines after spat with Medvedev? Trump’s announcement follows a war of words with former Russian president over social media. Al Jazeera · Aug 2, 2025
Ukraine drone attacks kill three in Russia, cause fire at oil refinery At least three are killed in several regions of Russia while fire breaks out at an oil refinery in central Russia. Al Jazeera · Aug 2, 2025
In wartime, demonstrations in Ukraine can never be more than a peaceful protest Zelenskyy forced to U-turn on anti-corruption bodies but protesters know unrest only plays into Russia’s hands The Guardian - UK · Aug 2, 2025
Ukraine war briefing: death toll from Kyiv strike rises to 31 as Russia accelerates military advance Russia’s territorial gains increased for a fourth straight month in July, according to data analysis, as EU foreign policy chief calls airstrike ‘depraved’. What we know on day 1,256 The Guardian - AU · Aug 2, 2025
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,255 Here are the key events on day 1,255 of Russia’s war on Ukraine. Al Jazeera · Aug 2, 2025
Full List of America's Nuclear Sub Arsenal As Trump Deploys Vessels After 'Provocative' Russian Statements On Friday, U.S. President Donald Trump announced that two nuclear submarines have been placed in "appropriate regions" after former Russian President Dimitry Medvedev warned that Trump's escalating threats over a ceasefire would push America closer to war with Moscow. Latin Times · Aug 1, 2025
Trump Issues Nuclear Threat To Russia–And Wall Street's Fear Gauge Goes Vertical If August is historically volatile due to light volumes and summer complacency, the first day of the month in 2025 has already set the stage for a nerve-wracking ride on Wall Street. Benzinga · Aug 1, 2025
Trump moves nuclear submarines after ex-Russia president’s menacing tweet Order comes after president’s anger at tweet from Dmitry Medvedev which called Trump’s threat to sanction Russia over Ukraine a ‘step towards war’ The Guardian - US · Aug 1, 2025
Trump Orders Deployment Of Nuclear Submarines Over 'Highly Provocative Statements' From Russian Official President Donald Trump said he ordered the deployment of two nuclear submarines "in the appropriate regions" over "highly provocative statements" from Russian official Dmitry Medvedev Latin Times · Aug 1, 2025
An injured Ukrainian soldier was stuck behind enemy lines for days. He escaped on an e-bike airdropped by a drone The soldier was stranded in Siversk, northern Ukraine before comrades came up with an inventive plan to retrieve him The Independent UK · Aug 1, 2025
International Business Times · Aug 1, 2025 Russian Drone Attacks On Ukraine Hit All-time Record In July Russia fired a record number of drones at Ukraine in July, an AFP analysis showed Friday, intensifying its deadly bombardment of the country despite US pressure to stop the war.
Latin Times · Aug 1, 2025 Putin Brushes Off Trump Threats Over Ceasefire While Losing Nearly 1000 Troops a Day Moscow's daily battlefield losses continue to pile at a dramatic rate, as Russian President Vladimir Putin signals no shift in his stance on a ceasefire with Ukraine, despite elevated threats from the U.S. to reach a deal.
The National (Scotland) · Aug 1, 2025 Keir Starmer and Volodymr Zelenskyy ‘welcome' Donald Trump’s new deadline for Russia ir Keir Starmer and Volodymyr Zelensky “welcomed” Donald Trump’s “new deadline on Russia to stop their stalling tactics and make meaningful…
Evening Standard · Aug 1, 2025 Starmer and Zelensky ‘welcomed’ Trump’s new deadline for Russia peace effort In a call on Friday, Sir Keir Starmer and Volodymyr Zelensky agreed that ‘it was clear Russia was the only barrier to peace’.
The Guardian - UK · Aug 1, 2025 Putin offers no hint of concessions as he says he wants ‘stable’ peace in Ukraine Russian president’s remarks come as Kyiv rescuers find more than a dozen dead in apartment block after strikes
Benzinga · Aug 1, 2025 Putin Disregards Trump's Sanctions Deadline, Touts War Gains On Ukraine: 'Disappointments Arise From Inflated Expectations' Russian President Vladimir Putin has indicated that there will be no shift in Russia’s stance on the Ukraine conflict, despite the looming sanctions deadline set by President Donald Trump.
The Independent UK · Aug 1, 2025 Putin says Russia's hypersonic missile has entered service and will be deployed in Belarus President Vladimir Putin says Russia has started production of its newest hypersonic missile
The Independent UK · Aug 1, 2025 Kyiv mourns after a Russian attack that killed 31 people, including 5 children Kyiv is observing a day of mourning after a Russian drone and missile attack killed 31 people, including five children, and injured over 150
Evening Standard · Aug 1, 2025 Watch: Injured Ukrainian soldier stranded for days flees battlefield on e-bike delivered by drone The serviceman was reportedly surrounded by Russian forces near the northern city of Siversk, before he cycled away at speed
Benzinga · Aug 1, 2025 Trump Slams Canada's Palestine Recognition As Roadblock In Trade Deal—Signs Agreement With Pakistan That Doesn't Even Recognize Israel President Donald Trump criticized Canada's move to back statehood for Palestine as a major roadblock to a new trade deal, even as his administration announced a new partnership with Pakistan, a country that does not recognize Israel.
The Guardian - UK · Aug 1, 2025 Zelenskyy calls for direct talks with Putin after Russian president says he backs peace negotiations – as it happened Ukrainian leader says talks should go ahead if Putin’s remarks are ‘signals of a genuine willingness to end the war’