The Latest Breaking News from Russia

Will Patriots promised by Trump boost Ukraine’s defence against Russia?

The weapons may stop some attacks but don’t cross a red line for Putin and fall short of Kyiv’s needs, analysts say.

Al Jazeera · Jul 15, 2025

Smell like Putin: Russia releases scented candle to promote patriotism

The candles cost around €6 and promise to fill a room with a unique fragrance in just 30 minutes. From "Aroma Putin Black Vanilla" to "Symbol of the Russian Empire", some are citing this olfactive merchandising as further proof of the cult of personality in Russia.

Euronews · Jul 15, 2025

Ukrainians hail Melania Trump after president’s change of tack over Russia

US first lady celebrated as ‘Agent Melania’ after Donald Trump suggested she played a part in altering his view

The Guardian - UK · Jul 15, 2025

Trump Says 'Talk Doesn't Mean Anything' When It Comes To Putin, Announces Plan To Help Ukraine

President Donald Trump grew frustrated with Vladimir Putin for shelling Ukrainian cities even after a string of "very pleasant" phone calls in which the Russian leader professed a desire for peace.

Benzinga · Jul 15, 2025

Trump issues 50-day peace ultimatum to Putin: ‘I’m very unhappy with him’

Donald Trump has issued Russia an ultimatum: either begin peace talks within the next 50 days or receive heightened sanctions and tariffs.

The Independent UK · Jul 15, 2025

Trump ‘not done with Putin yet’ despite threat of Russian sanctions

The US president expressed disappointment in the Russian president over his continued attacks on Ukraine

The Independent UK · Jul 15, 2025

Tuesday briefing: What Trump’s ‘massive’ weapons deal for Ukraine means for the war – and for Putin

In today’s newsletter: Donald Trump says he wants to ‘finish’ the war in Ukraine, as diplomatic relations break down with Vladimir Putin

The Guardian - UK · Jul 15, 2025

Trump's '100% Tariff' Threat On 'Almost Nothing' Trade With Russia A Prescription For 'How To Sound Tough But Do Nothing,' Says Economist

President Donald Trump’s latest threat of a 100% tariff on Russia if no peace deal is reached in Ukraine within 50 days is drawing sharp criticism, and even mockery from leading economist Justin Wolfers.

Benzinga · Jul 15, 2025

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,237

Here are the key events on day 1,237 of Russia’s war on Ukraine.

Al Jazeera · Jul 15, 2025

Trump Sours On Putin, But Bromance May Not Be Over

Ever since his political rise a decade ago, Donald Trump has sung the praises of Vladimir Putin -- the Russian president was a "strong leader" who, perhaps more important, would often say "very good things" about him.

International Business Times · Jul 15, 2025