The Latest Breaking News from Russia

Child among three killed as Russian missiles hit areas near Ukraine capital Kyiv

At least three people, including a child, were killed in overnight Russian missile strikes near Ukraine’s capital Kyiv, local authorities said, as Moscow and Kyiv continued a sustained exchange of long-range drone attacks.

The Times of India · Aug 8

India's crude oil import bill rises 26% to $49 billion in Q1 FY27 despite 18% fall in volumes

India's crude oil import bill rose significantly in early 2026-27. Higher global oil prices and supply disruptions increased costs for refiners. Russia remained India's largest crude oil supplier during this period. The nation imports most of its annual crude oil consumption. This dependence makes India vulnerable to global price fluctuations.

The Economic Times · Aug 8

India’s $40 billion Russian oil lifeline shouldn’t buckle under Trump’s 100% tariff threat: GTRI

As long as it proves to be economically feasible, India should persist in acquiring Russian crude oil. A new Senate bill from the US threatens to impose significant tariffs on countries engaging in Russian energy purchases. Being one of the leading buyers, India might suffer trade penalties. This leads to…

The Economic Times · Aug 8

100% tariff threat looms over India as US senate passes Russia sanctions bill

The US Senate passed a sanctions bill targeting Russia's energy sector. This legislation grants the President power to impose tariffs on major oil buyers. India and China are among the top five purchasers of Russian oil. The bill aims to reinforce support for Ukraine and pressure Russia. It now moves…

The Economic Times · Aug 8

Ukraine war briefing: Wildberries warehouse struck by Kyiv’s drones more than 2,000km from Russian border

Depot hit in city of Ekaterinburg and hundreds evacuated in latest attack on Russian online retail giant. What we know on day 1,627

The Guardian - AU · Aug 8

Washington Blacklists Cuba's Military Supply Chain, Naming Eight Officials and Five Arms Firms

The State Department sanctioned five Cuban companies and eight officials on Aug. 6, accusing them of supplying and repairing military hardware sourced from Russia and China — the fourth such round since May.

Latin Times · Aug 8

Russia is kickstarting its plans to dominate the space race once again — but it will have to depend on Chinese hardware to do so

Russia's Angara expansion combines domestic machinery with strategically important Chinese equipment supporting critical manufacturing processes.

TechRadar · Aug 8

US Marine being held in Russian prison is gravely ill and near death, according to family

He is one of at least eight Americans currently detained in Russia despite a series of high-profile prisoner exchanges in recent years

The Independent UK · Aug 7

Lindsey Graham Championed a Russia Sanctions Package Before His Death. The Senate Just Passed It.

The Senate approved a Russia sanctions bill pushed by late Sen. Lindsey Graham before his death in July.

International Business Times · Aug 7

Ukraine's Zelenskyy to make first visit to Russia-friendly Serbia

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is visiting Serbia, a nation maintaining ties with Russia. President Aleksandar Vucic seeks to balance EU aspirations and historic Russian connections. Serbia refuses to impose sanctions on Russia, citing deep historical ties. Both leaders aim for political gains from this significant diplomatic engagement. This visit highlights…

The Economic Times · Aug 7