The Latest Breaking News from Russia

North Korea fires ballistic missile: South Korea military

SEOUL — North Korea fired a short-range ballistic missile over the Sea of Japan on Thursday, Seoul's military said, with the launch coming after Pyongyang lambasted Japan's military build-up in the Pacific.

Bangkok Post · Aug 6

As Iran war drags on, Americans are bracing for more chaos in Middle East, Reuters poll finds

According to recent surveys, many Americans fear that the ongoing U.S. war with Iran could destabilize the Middle Eastern region. Disruptions in oil supplies are expected to push gasoline prices upward. Public sentiment reflects frustration with how the conflict is being managed, with a shift towards Democrats for economic and…

The Economic Times · Aug 6

Ukraine strikes Russian oil refinery over 1,300km behind frontline, says Zelensky

Ukrainian President says Ukraine has hit two more oil facilities deep inside Russia

The Independent UK · Aug 6

Russian strikes target Ukraine's Kharkiv and Sumy regions, killing at least six

At least six people were killed in Russian strikes on Ukraine overnight into Thursday, including three in the city ​of ‌Balakliia in the Kharkiv region and another three in the northern region of Sumy, local authorities said. A Russian ​attack also damaged ​a foreign-flagged ship loaded with wheat in Ukraine's…

France 24 · Aug 6

The last neutrals: Can four EU states adapt to Europe's defence shift?

Europe is rearming, Russia is threatening, and faith in the defensive protection given by the United States is wavering. Even as the bloc prepares for a more dangerous future, four EU countries are holding firm to neutrality.

Euronews · Aug 6

Germany's brigade key to deterring Russia, Lithuanian FM tells Euronews

As Germany prepares to permanently station thousands of troops in Lithuania, Foreign Minister Kęstutis Budrys explains why Vilnius believes the deployment is essential to preserving peace.

Euronews · Aug 6

Ukraine-Russia war latest: Putin could attack Nato member to test alliance’s resolve, report on US intel warns

Lithuania also fears Putin may be planning a ‘false flag’ strike on the Baltics

The Independent UK · Aug 6

Russian ‘shadow fleet’ tanker leaks oil off Oman coast, NGOs raise alarm

An Omani nature reserve faces an environmental catastrophe from an oil leak. A Russian shadow fleet tanker is reportedly leaking oil across hundreds of square kilometers. The vessel experienced explosions, and its poor condition raises spill risks. This incident threatens marine life, including endangered sea turtles and whales. Timely intervention…

The Economic Times · Aug 6

Nato to ‘urgently’ get air defences for Ukraine, as Zelenskyy warns of surge in Russian missile production

After Ukraine failed to shoot down a single ballistic missile fired by Russia on Wednesday, the president urged allies to increase supplies of Patriot interceptors

The Guardian - AU · Aug 6

Environmental disaster looms as tanker leaks off Oman

DUBAI - Oman is facing an impending environmental catastrophe as an alleged Russian shadow fleet tanker leaks oil across hundreds of square kilometres near a nature reserve, NGOs warn.

Bangkok Post · Aug 6