Ukraine-Russia News
LAST UPDATE: September 9, 2025
Zelenskiy’s chief of staff discusses Russian strikes on Ukrainian targets with Rubio
Ukraine’s chief of staff briefed U.S. Senator Rubio on ongoing Russian strikes and sought additional military support.
Insight
This reflects intensifying appeals for international aid as Ukrainian defenses are tested by increased Russian aggression.
US demands EU stops buying Russian gas if it wants new sanctions on Putin
The U.S. administration urged the EU to halt Russian gas purchases to align with new sanctions against Putin.
Insight
The demand underscores a strategic push to align Western energy policy and sanctions, pressuring the EU to choose between energy access and geopolitical solidarity.
Kremlin says sanctions will never force Russia to change course
The Kremlin declared that Western sanctions will not alter Russia’s trajectory despite mounting economic pressure.
Insight
The statement signals Russia’s defiance and undermines faith in sanctions as a tool for political change.
EU envoy in Washington for talks on Russia sanctions, Commission says
The EU sent its sanctions envoy to Washington to coordinate a new package of sanctions against Russia.
Insight
The engagement demonstrates transatlantic alignment in response to Russian aggression, although energy policy differences remain.
Russia’s sovereign yuan-denominated bonds should be issued domestically, Finance Ministry says
Russia’s Finance Ministry said that yuan-denominated sovereign bonds should be issued domestically with access for Chinese investors via linked depositaries.
Insight
The proposal suggests deepening financial integration with China and reducing exposure to foreign currency risks, signaling Moscow’s pivot toward domestic financing mechanisms.
Russian central bank seen cutting rates by 200 bps on September 12
A Reuters poll of 28 economists anticipates a two-percentage-point cut in Russia’s benchmark rate to 16% on September 12 due to an unexpected economic slowdown.
Insight
If confirmed, this would mark an aggressive monetary easing likely intended to revive growth amid cooling inflation and stalling recovery.
Russian business expects an economic slowdown, RBK says
A survey by RBK media group found that 57% of Russian businesses foresee an economic slowdown, while 28% anticipate recovery.
Insight
The sentiment reflects growing concern in the private sector over macroeconomic headwinds and tighter financial conditions.
