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U.S. Lifts Sanctions on 3 Russian Cargo Vessels Linked to Exports From Occupied Ukraine

The vessels are reported to have ties to Russian war finance, government insiders and the export of resources extracted from occupied Ukraine.

Russia Designates Tufts University ‘Undesirable’ Organization

The General Prosecutor’s Office claimed that the university “radicalizes” Russians by eroding their trust in the government and military.

Russian and U.S. Lawmakers Meet to Discuss Ukraine War and Bilateral Relations

Members of the State Duma delegation said they also talked about restarting student exchange programs and direct flights.

Russian Lawmakers Headed to Washington for Meetings, State Department Says

A previously unreported “federal government delegation” will visit the U.S. Institute of Peace on Friday.

Trump Envoy Said Calling Europeans ‘Pussies’ Helped Win Lukashenko Over

John Coale also admitted to not knowing where Belarus is located when he was first approached for the role of special envoy.

Russia Offered to End Iran Intelligence Sharing if U.S. Halted Ukraine Support – Politico

Russia has expanded intelligence-sharing and military cooperation with Iran since the U.S.-Israeli attack on Tehran on Feb. 28.

Belarus Frees 250 Political Prisoners in U.S.-Brokered Deal

Washington agreed to remove sanctions on several Belarusian companies in return.

Moscow Reaffirms Support for Havana After Trump Says He Will Have ‘Honor’ of ‘Taking Cuba’

A U.S.-imposed oil blockade plunged the island nation into darkness under a total blackout on Monday.

Moscow Piles Pressure on U.S. Over Oil Sanctions

The U.S. said it will temporarily allow the sale of oil from Russia that is at sea as nations scramble to boost supply and bring down prices.

Putin Envoy Kirill Dmitriev Meets With Witkoff and Kushner to Discuss Russian Energy

Dmitriev said U.S. officials were “beginning to better understand” the importance of Russian oil and gas in global markets.

Kadyrov Slams ‘Unacceptable’ Iranian Strikes on UAE

At the same time, he condemned the U.S.-Israeli offensive on Iran as a “treacherous attack during the holy month of Ramadan.”

After Iran, Russia Could Be Trump’s Next Target, Communist Leader Warns

“We’ll be torn apart worse than Yugoslavia, Iraq and Libya combined,” Gennady Zyuganov said in the State Duma.

Did the Mideast Conflict Just Rescue Russia’s War Budget?

Despite the surge in Russian oil prices, analysts caution that this boost in revenues is unlikely to fully reverse Russia’s economic woes.

U.S. Proposed Ukraine-Russia Talks Next Week – Zelensky

"This was proposed by the American side, but we'll see what happens in the Middle East, to be honest," Zelensky told journalists.

Kremlin Evades Questions About U.S. Warning Against Intel Sharing With Iran

U.S. special envoy Steve Witkoff said he had "strongly" communicated to Russia not to share targeting information with Tehran.

Putin and Trump Discuss Iran and Ukraine Wars

After the call, Trump said he would waive sanctions on oil from "some countries" to boost supply and bring down prices.

Pentagon Says It’s ‘Not Concerned’ by Reports Russia Helping Iran Target U.S. Forces

U.S. sources told the Washington Post that Russia is engaged in a “pretty comprehensive effort” to help Iran target American forces.

Russia Giving Iran Intel to Target U.S. Military Forces – Washington Post

The targeting information has included the locations of American warships and aircraft, officials told the newspaper.

U.S. Grants Temporary Waiver to Allow India to Buy Russian Oil as Iran War Jolts Energy Markets

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said the sale to India would “alleviate pressure caused by Iran's attempt to take global energy hostage.”

Over 150 Russian Tourists Stuck on Cruise Ship in Qatar as Middle East War Rages

Passengers described days of anxiety as they received little clarity or assistance from either the cruise operator or the Russian Embassy in Qatar.

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