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POLITICSOct 15Internet trashes FBI Director Kash Patel for his ‘From Russia with Love’ post‘We don’t have to look very hard for the collusion anymore,’ one critic saidThe Independent World
CONFLICTOct 15Ukraine accuses U.S. of restricting Starlink access before deadly Russian strikeCBS News
CONFLICTOct 15Washington limits its support to Kyiv amidst increased Russian attacks on energy infrastructureLe Monde [en]
POLITICSOct 15FT: U.S. proposed unfreezing some Russian assets and placing them under Washington’s control; Europe rejected the planThe United States has proposed that European countries unfreeze part of the Russian assets frozen since the start of Russia’s full-scale war against Ukraine and hand them over to a structure controlled by Washington, four sources told the Financial Times.Meduza [en]
CONFLICTOct 14Ukrainian officials accuse U.S. of withholding intelligence, leading to Russian missile attackCBS News
POLITICSOct 14FBI refutes MS NOW report Patel in Russia, posts video of Virginia eventThe FBI is refuting a report from MS NOW claiming that FBI Director Kash Patel had landed in Russia for a meeting Tuesday. MS NOW, formerly MSNBC, aired the report on its weekday morning show “State of Play” with host Peter Alexander and cited two people familiar with the matter as sources for Patel’s whereabouts.…The Hill
POLITICSOct 14How Trump’s diesel deal with Russia will impact the United States and UkraineUS President Trump's diesel deal with Russia has alarmed Ukraine and its allies. What is he hoping to achieve at home, and what does the deal mean for Kyiv and Moscow?DW News [en]
CONFLICTOct 14Hinson, Turek share views on U.S.-Iran, Russia-Ukraine wars amid high fuel pricesTwo individuals are sharing their perspectives on ongoing international conflicts, specifically U.S.-Iran and Russia-Ukraine, and their connection to high fuel prices. This highlights the intersection of geopolitics, armed conflict, and global economic concerns.mississippivalleypublishing · united states of america
POLITICSOct 14Mike Pence group urges Trump to reverse Russia diesel planAdvancing American Freedom, a conservative think tank founded by former Vice President Pence, is calling on the Trump administration not to allow Russia to ship unsanctioned diesel to the U.S., according to a letter obtained by The Hill. The GOP group joins some Senate Republicans and others who have pushed back on the diesel deal. …The Hill
POLITICSOct 14Surprise Russia diesel deal spurned by growing number of GOP senatorsA growing number of Senate Republicans are criticizing President Trump’s surprise deal with Russian President Vladimir Putin to import 2.2 million tons of Russian diesel into the U.S. market. At least eight Republican senators have expressed public concerns over the deal, which would pave the way for the United States to import hundreds of thousands…The Hill
CONFLICTOct 14Ukraine strikes a Sberbank data center in Russia. Meanwhile, Kyiv isn’t getting crucial missile warnings from the U.S., and SpaceX is restricting Starlink.Meduza [en]
POLITICSOct 14Trump plays Russian roulette on eve of midtermsPresident Trump is indulging his fondness for Vladimir Putin at a moment of acute political peril, forcing Republicans in the midterms to take cover as he showers Moscow with one-sided concessions.Why it matters: With just three weeks until the election, Trump is rekindling a decade-long, scandal-scarred relationship with a dictator reviled by most Americans — including his own supporters.Driving the news: Since speaking with Putin on Friday, Trump has embarked on a remarkable five-day campaign of diplomatic concessions and cover for Russia — sparking bipartisan blowback just as voters prepareAxios
POLITICSOct 14Hinson breaks with Trump on Russia diesel dealIowa Senate GOP candidate Ashley Hinson said on Tuesday that she didn’t agree with a recent deal President Trump struck with Russia that would import 300,000 tons of diesel to the U.S. and global marketplace, taking issue with the U.S. making a deal with an adversary.   “We need to lower gas prices in this…The Hill
CONFLICTOct 13The Washington Post: U.S. and Europe are developing a new plan to end the Russia–Ukraine war, offering incentives and security arrangements in exchange for a ceasefire along the current front lineMeduza [en]
POLITICSOct 13Bipartisan group of senators call on Trump to rescind Russian diesel dealSix Democratic and six Republican senators wrote a letter calling on President Trump to withdraw from his recent deal with Russian President Vladimir Putin.NPR News
POLITICSOct 13Trump's diesel deal with Russia equals less than two weeks of U.S. demandPresident Donald Trump's diesel deal with Russia comes as he is under pressure to reduce fuel prices with the U.S. midterm elections less than a month way.CNBC
POLITICSOct 13Trump’s use of Russian diesel fuel, at Ukraine’s expense, sparks controversy in the USDonald Trump’s plan to import Russian diesel despite Western sanctions has sparked fierce criticism in Washington, including from Republicans, as high fuel prices and the upcoming midterm elections put pressure on his administration. His approach to the Ukraine war has also drawn controversy, with calls for Kyiv to hold elections and claims of an energy ceasefire announced without clear agreement from the parties involved. FRANCE 24's Douglas Herbert has the analysis.France 24 [en]
POLITICSOct 13Trump's plan to import Russian diesel at Ukraine's expense sparks controversy in WashingtonLawmakers in Washington, including Republicans, criticized the president's approach to Russian oil imports, with midterms fast approaching.Le Monde [en]
POLITICSOct 13How much will Americans actually save on fuel, and groceries from the US-Russia diesel deal?In a recent announcement, Donald Trump revealed a new agreement with Russia aimed at providing relief for American diesel consumers, particularly benefiting farmers, truck drivers, and diesel vehicle owners facing soaring expenses. Despite this potential aid, experts remain doubtful about the long-term effects on diesel pricing, noting that the expedited supply from Russia would only cover a mere four days of U.S. demands.economictimes_indiatimes · india
BUSINESSOct 12Trumps' Russia diesel deal will do little for U.S. prices, analysts sayAnalysts suggest that a diesel deal between Trump and Russia will have minimal impact on U.S. prices. The article discusses potential economic effects of international trade agreements.Seeking Alpha Tech
POLITICSOct 12Trump defends Russia diesel deal as prices rise: "The right choice for the American people"President Trump on Monday defended his deal with Russia to lift sanctions on its diesel fuel in the hopes of driving prices down. FINTECH TV anchor Kristin Myers joins with analysis.CBS News
POLITICSOct 12Kremlin relishes in U.S.-Russia diesel deal and Trump's criticism of ZelenskyyA deal between Moscow and Washington over exports of Russian diesel and fresh U.S. criticism of Ukraine's leader mark important political victories for the Kremlin, reversing some of…Japan Today
BUSINESSOct 12Would access to Russian diesel help drive down prices in the U.S.?Average U.S. diesel prices remain stuck above $6 a gallon, raising fuel costs in trucking, agriculture and construction.CBS News
POLITICSOct 12Trump stands by Russia diesel plan despite backlash: 'I made the right choice'A group of senators, including some Republicans, have pushed back on the agreement.ABC News