The Latest Breaking News from Russia

Russia's Saratov oil refinery at a halt since Wednesday's drone attack: Sources report to Reuters

Russia's Saratov oil refinery stopped processing oil Wednesday after a drone attack. This incident follows similar Ukrainian strikes on Russian energy infrastructure. The Omsk oil refinery, Russia's largest, also halted operations earlier this week. These attacks have caused fuel shortages and price increases within Russia. The Saratov refinery suspended operations…

The Economic Times · Jul 9

Ukraine opens probe after crowds attack army conscription vehicle

Ukraine launched a criminal investigation after a conscription vehicle was overturned in Lviv. Crowds surrounded and attacked the vehicle, which had detained a man suspected of evasion. Officials urged citizens to focus anger on Russia, not the army. Violence against recruitment officers has significantly increased since the war began. Authorities…

The Economic Times · Jul 9

Trump says US will give Ukraine licence to build Patriot missiles

The United States will grant Ukraine a licence to manufacture Patriot missile interceptors domestically, President Donald Trump announced from this week's NATO summit – as Kyiv's stockpile of the US-made air defence system runs critically low amid intensifying Russian strikes.

Radio France Internationale · Jul 9

Russian oil tankers burn as Ukrainian drones unleash another wave of attacks: Watch

Ukraine's military said on Thursday that it struck 12 Russian tankers in the Sea of Azov overnight. It also added that the attack was part of its efforts to disrupt Russia's military supply routes and cut off support to Russian-occupied Crimea.

The Times of India · Jul 9

Ukraine Is Increasingly Managing To Strike Deep Inside Russia. Putin Is Reportedly Likely To Escalate

Russian President Vladimir Putin is reportedly likely to escalate the country's war against Ukraine.

International Business Times · Jul 9

Ukrainian drones batter Russian oil facilities and set more oil tankers ablaze

Ukrainian drones struck Russian oil facilities, igniting fires and causing fuel shortages across regions. Two oil tankers in the Sea of Azov were also set ablaze by these drone attacks. These strikes are part of Ukraine's strategy to disrupt Russian fuel supplies to occupied Crimea. Meanwhile, the United States pledged…

The Economic Times · Jul 9

We asked Ukrainians what they think of Trump – more view him as an enemy than a friend

U.S. President Donald Trump lauded the “very good relationship” he has developed with his Ukrainian counterpart, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, at the NATO summit in Turkey on July 8, 2026.

The Conversation · Jul 9

Russia drops controversial VPN tax following technical delays and widespread backlash

Russian officials have officially scrapped a heavily criticized plan to tax international mobile data, removing a looming financial penalty for residents relying on VPNs to bypass state censorship.

TechRadar · Jul 9

India's crude imports remain resilient despite Strait of Hormuz tensions

India's crude oil imports are insulated from Hormuz Strait tensions currently. Refiners have successfully diversified their import portfolio over recent years. Russia now supplies over half of India's total crude oil imports. However, LPG and LNG supplies remain vulnerable to Gulf disruptions. Prolonged instability could increase shipping costs and regional…

The Economic Times · Jul 9

Iran official says US strike targeted perimeter of nuclear plant: state media

Iran's state media reported United States strikes near the Bushehr nuclear plant. Several areas in Bushehr province were targeted, including the plant's perimeter. Residents heard explosions near the facility, which has faced previous strikes. The IAEA previously warned of dangers to nuclear safety from such attacks. Russia had evacuated its…

The Economic Times · Jul 9