Ukraine-Russia News
LAST UPDATE: October 15, 2025
UK and Canada to Join EU Plan to Tap Russian Assets for Ukraine
The UK and Canada will participate in an EU initiative to use frozen Russian central bank assets to fund aid to Ukraine.
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The move marks a further shift toward collective financial strategies against Russia, reducing reliance on unilateral sanctions.
Nordic and Baltic Nations to Pledge US Arms Financing to Ukraine
Nordic and Baltic governments committed to funding purchases of U.S. weapons for Ukraine, aligning with broader NATO pressure.
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This demonstrates a more active role by smaller European states in sustaining Ukraine’s defense amid shifting Western funding dynamics.
US expects NATO countries to invest more into arms initiative for Ukraine, Hegseth says
U.S. officials expect NATO allies to contribute more capital to an arms procurement program for Ukraine under U.S. management.
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The expectation suggests growing burden-sharing among allies and underscores U.S. pressure on European partners.
Ukrainian PM discusses attacks on energy in US talks
Ukraine’s prime minister emphasized the importance of protecting energy infrastructure during talks in Washington amid ongoing Russian assaults.
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Energy resilience is becoming central to Ukraine’s diplomatic agenda, especially as winter approaches under continued targeting.
Russia pushes back against Trump warning that the Russian economy is near collapse
Russian officials dismissed Trump’s claims that Russia’s economy was nearing collapse, saying the domestic market remains stable.
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The rebuttal aims to project confidence and counter narratives that external pressure is undermining Russia’s economic base.
Russia has potential to raise oil production, deputy PM says
Russia’s deputy prime minister said the country has the capacity to increase oil output, though no binding plan has been announced.
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This suggests Russia retains flexibility to adjust supply, which could influence global oil markets.
Hungary attacks EU energy policy at Moscow conference
At a Moscow energy forum, Hungary criticized the EU’s proposals to phase out Russian gas and LNG by 2027, defending continued reliance on Russian sources.
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The remarks underscore divisions within the EU over energy strategy and dependencies.
