Ukraine-Russia News
LAST UPDATE: September 15, 2025
China Opposes U.S. Call for G-7, European Tariffs Over Russian Oil Imports
China rejected a US proposal for G-7 and European tariffs on Russian oil, calling it coercive and urging diplomatic solutions.
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This stance underscores deepening divides over how to handle Russia, weakening Western efforts to form a united front on energy sanctions.
Romania condemns Russian drone violation of its airspace
Romania reported a Russian drone entered its airspace, condemning the act as a violation of sovereignty and NATO territory.
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Such incidents raise tensions on NATO’s eastern flank and increase the risk of confrontation, compelling the alliance to weigh stronger deterrence measures.
Russia warns Europe: we will go after any state which takes our assets
Russia has warned European countries that if they seize or use Russian frozen assets to support Ukraine, Russia will pursue retaliation by all means, including legal and non-legal actions. (Reuters)
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This heightens tensions between Russia and the EU, and raises legal and diplomatic risks for countries considering using frozen assets; it may also set a precedent affecting how sovereign assets are treated globally.
