Russian navy now guards shadow fleet oil tankers in Gulf of Finland, minister says
The presence of military escorts to tankers is something Finnish officials haven’t seen before.
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WP: Trump softens on Putin as Russian battlefield edge declines
The Kremlin faces military strain, yet Trump appears reluctant to escalate pressure.
G7 says Russia’s frozen assets stay off-limits until full compensation paid to Ukraine
If Moscow doesn't agree to a ceasefire, the G7 says it may "maximize pressure, such as further ramping up sanctions."
Spanish explosives firm Maxam linked to Russian arms supply chain, report says
Leaked documents reveal Maxam produced explosives used in arms-related operations, as per The Insider.
CNN: Trump halts additional Russia sanctions, citing potential ceasefire opportunity
After speaking with Vladimir Putin for over two hours on 19 May, President Donald Trump told reporters he sees potential for progress toward ending the Ukraine war, despite failed Ukraine-Russia negotiations in Turkey last week.
Politico: Full-blown embargo on Russia back on Europe’s table
Russian President Putin’s refusal to attend talks with Zelenskyy in Türkiye triggered EU discussions on the most severe sanctions package yet.
Merz: EU to decide on new Russia sanctions package on 20 May after Putin excluded himself from talks
On the previous day, Merz also said Berlin and allies could move on frozen Russian funds if a lawful basis is confirmed.
Kyiv calls for sanctions: Russia’s deadly Iskander missiles are powered by sodium chlorate imported from China
An analysis shows 2024 missile oxidizer supply came entirely from China and Uzbekistan.
UK to sanction 100 Russian oil tankers in biggest ever shadow fleet crackdown
Amid the ongoing Russo-Ukrainian war, Britain targets Moscow's shadow fleet, linked to $24 billion in smuggled oil, citing risks to undersea cables, environment, and Europe's infrastructure security.
Trump calls for 30-day unconditional truce in Ukraine, threatens new sanctions on Russia
In an 8 May phone call, Zelenskyy told Trump Ukraine is ready to halt fighting immediately and awaits Russia’s unconditional agreement to join the ceasefire.
Poland’s Duda urges Trump to sanction Russia and force Putin into peace
The Polish President says Trump should escalate economic pressure, saying “only the US president” can force Russia's leader to make peace.
Reuters: US prepares fresh Russia sanctions but Trump’s approval remains uncertain
Sanctions on Russia prepared by US officials target natural resources and banking. Trump has not yet decided on deployment, sources say.
EU plans 17th sanctions package against Russia over Ukraine invasion
French Foreign Minister Barrot says the EU will align both the substance and timing of its sanctions package with US efforts.
Zelenskyy briefed on elimination of senior Russian general
Ukrainian officials confirmed the death of Russian General Moskalik in an explosion and announced enhanced counterintelligence actions.
Forbes: Experts say Trump wrong on Russia’s invasion motives
Historians reject Trump’s claim that NATO ambitions led to war, citing Russia’s imperial agenda and Ukraine’s lack of real NATO prospects between 2008 and 2022.
FT: Russians linked to Ukraine war bought Maltese “golden” passports
Several Russians sanctioned over Russia's Ukraine war obtained Maltese passports via a golden visa program under EU court scrutiny, FT says.
US House Democrats introduce Ukraine support bill amid Trump’s Russia stance
The bill includes aid for Ukraine, sanctions against Russia, challenging Trump's conciliatory approach toward Moscow
Dekleptocracy identifies key vulnerability in Russia’s military supply chain: lubricants
Russia heavily depends on a single Chinese company for industrial lubricant additives vital for military equipment.
ISW: Russia resists territorial compromises in future peace talks
Russian authorities are intensifying efforts to extract concessions from the US in ongoing bilateral negotiations, further delaying progress toward a peace.
Estonian navy detains Russian shadow fleet’s oil tanker near Tallinn
Authorities now check the flagless vessel Kiwala's technical condition and crew documentation.