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Russian President Putin Warns Europe Against Troop Deployment in Ukraine, Claims No Threat to Continent

Russian President Putin Warns Europe Against Troop Deployment in Ukraine, Claims No Threat to Continent

Russian President Vladimir Putin has issued a warning to European nations, stating that any deployment of their troops to Ukraine would lead to a direct conflict with Russia. This statement comes amidst ongoing discussions among European governments regarding potential security guarantees for Ukraine. Despite this threat, President Putin simultaneously asserted that Russia poses no danger to Europe, accusing European leaders of instilling fear in their populations with what he termed an 'imaginary' threat from Moscow. He emphasized that Russia has no intention of threatening European countries. This warning follows a pattern of similar threats from the Kremlin aimed at deterring Western military support for Kyiv, even as Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, launched in February 2022, continues. No such European troop deployment has yet occurred.

House tees up vote on Russia sanctions bill, but prospects for passage are uncertain

House tees up vote on Russia sanctions bill, but prospects for passage are uncertain

The House is expected to take up a punishing Russian sanctions package next week, though prospects of passage are uncertain despite the overwhelming support the bill received in the Senate

BRICS leaders voice concern over Middle East, condemn unilateral sanctions at India summit

BRICS leaders voice concern over Middle East, condemn unilateral sanctions at India summit

The BRICS group of emerging economies expresses concern over rising tensions in the Middle East and condemns sanctions not authorized by the U.N. The leaders met in New Delhi to strengthen their global position

BRICS leaders gather in New Delhi as wars and rivalries strain the expanded bloc

BRICS leaders gather in New Delhi as wars and rivalries strain the expanded bloc

BRICS leaders are meeting in New Delhi this weekend as wars in Ukraine and the Middle East and U.S.-China tensions test the group's unity

German Authorities Identify Suspects in Leipzig Airport Drone Incident, Link to Russian Military Intelligence

German Authorities Identify Suspects in Leipzig Airport Drone Incident, Link to Russian Military Intelligence

German authorities have identified two main suspects in a drone incident at Leipzig Airport in early August. The suspects are Andrei K., a Belarusian citizen, and Oleg L., a Russian national with alleged ties to Russian military intelligence (GRU). According to *Welt am Sonntag*, citing investigative materials and German security officials, Oleg L. arrived in Germany via Turkey, and German law enforcement was aware of his connection to Russia’s Main Intelligence Directorate upon his arrival, though he was not placed under surveillance. The incident involved a drone carrying approximately 1.8 kg of Semtex explosives, which was discovered near a Ukrainian plane. The detonator reportedly failed, preventing an explosion that could have destroyed part of the airport. Forensic investigators found DNA traces on a glove from an antenna structure used to control the drone, linking Andrei K. to previous criminal offenses in Finland and a fire at a hardware store in Łódź, Poland, in the summer of 2024, which authorit...

BRICS leaders meet in India as wars and US tensions test the bloc

BRICS leaders meet in India as wars and US tensions test the bloc

Leaders of the BRICS nations are meeting in New Delhi for a summit focused on trade, investment and global conflicts

As Trump squeezes the International Criminal Court, more countries are leaving

As Trump squeezes the International Criminal Court, more countries are leaving

The United States is increasing pressure on the International Criminal Court, leading to more countries leaving the institution

3 killed in Russian strikes on Ukraine as Putin warns Europe against sending troops

3 killed in Russian strikes on Ukraine as Putin warns Europe against sending troops

Russian strikes have killed three civilians and wounded dozens in Ukraine, according to local officials

The Latest: Republicans prepare for Day 1 of Trump-heavy midterm convention in Dallas

The Latest: Republicans prepare for Day 1 of Trump-heavy midterm convention in Dallas

Republicans are gathering in Dallas for a two-day midterm convention with President Donald Trump at the center

Exclusive-UK deepens reliance on Musk's SpaceX, spending nearly $40 million on satellite services

Exclusive-UK deepens reliance on Musk's SpaceX, spending nearly $40 million on satellite services

By Cassell Bryan-Low LONDON, Sept 10 (Reuters) - Britain has spent nearly $40 million on SpaceX satellite services, deepening its reliance on Elon Musk's company for military communications despite growing European concerns about dependence on U.S. security infrastructure.

U.S. Continues Billions in Aid to Ukraine Despite President Trump's Denials

U.S. Continues Billions in Aid to Ukraine Despite President Trump's Denials

Despite President Trump's public statements suggesting a reduction in U.S. spending on the Ukraine conflict, the United States continues to provide substantial military and operational support to Ukraine. President Trump has frequently claimed that the U.S. is no longer funding Ukraine and that Europe is bearing the financial burden. However, existing contracts from the previous administration, new congressional approvals, and ongoing State Department initiatives ensure a continuous flow of aid. Specifically, approximately $13 billion in outstanding Ukraine Security Assistance Initiative (USAI) contracts, signed under the Biden administration, are still being implemented, procuring weapons like NASAMs, Patriot missiles, counter-drone systems, and artillery for Ukraine through 2028. Additionally, Congress has approved about $800 million in USAI funding in the 2026 and 2027 National Defense Authorization Acts (NDAAs), and the State Department has approved $3 billion in new arms sales to Ukraine in 2025 and 2...

Portugal debt upgrade seals PIIGS passage from pariahs to pin-ups

Portugal debt upgrade seals PIIGS passage from pariahs to pin-ups

By Sara Rossi, Valentina Consiglio and Alessia Pe MILAN, Sept 10 (Reuters) - Fitch's upgrade of Portugal's debt last week, its second in a year, marked the latest promotion among the five euro zone countries labelled the PIIGS during Europe's 2011 debt crisis.