(2025-10-20). Does the Vladimir Solovyov talk show speak for President Putin? gilbertdoctorow.com 20 October 2025 The question of the value of using Russian state television as a means of divining which way the Kremlin is headed on key foreign policy issues has been highly contentious in the Alternative Media community. Some peers mock the idea, saying that the talking heads are irrelevant and that their own personal …
(2025-10-20). White house pulls back: Trump freezes tomahawk deal after Moscow's nuclear threats. albawaba.com ALBAWABA – Donald Trump, the President of the United States, has decided not to give Ukraine Tomahawk cruise missiles. This shows that he doesn't want to get the U.S. more involved in the war with Russia. The i Paper says that the decision came after a meeting at the White House with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky that was very important. | The Tomahawk missile could hit targets up to 2,500 kilometers away and is very accurate. It would have put Moscow and almost 2,000 Russian military bases within Ukraine's reach. Reports say that U.S. officials warned that this move could lead to a big rise in the war.
(2025-10-20). Trump threatens 'massive tariffs' on India over Russian oil purchases; New Delhi rejects his claim of talks with PM Modi. ptcnews.tv PTC Web Desk: US President Donald Trump has once again claimed that India has agreed to limit its purchases of Russian oil, warning that New Delhi could face "massive tariffs" if it fails to comp | Trump threatens 'massive tariffs' on India over Russian oil purchases; New Delhi rejects his claim of talks with PM Modi…
(2025-10-20). A Plan for Halting the Ukraine War. counterpunch.org 
Separating the Practical from the Ideal Intractable conflicts are wars without end, and Russia's war with Ukraine seems to fit the bill. Now three and a half years old, the war goes on without any sign of a letup in the violence. Neither side seems willing to give an inch; both sides seem either to
(2025-10-20). Pragmatism behind Russian-Syrian Summit. globalresearch.ca
(2025-10-20). Visit of Jawaharlal Nehru University President Kanwal Sibal to the RIAC. russiancouncil.ru On October 16, 2025, the Russian International Affairs Council (RIAC) hosted a meeting between RIAC experts and Kanwal Sibal, President of Jawaharlal Nehru University, former First Deputy Minister of External Affairs of the Republic of India (2002—2003), and former Ambassador of India to the Russian Federation (2004—2007)…
(2025-10-20). Ukraine Pursuing Massive Air Defense Buildup with 25 Patriots. moderndiplomacy.eu Ukraine is set to buy 25 Patriot air defense systems, as announced by President Volodymyr Zelenskiy. This would greatly enhance Ukraine's ability to defend against Russian air attacks. Zelenskiy mentioned that these systems would be delivered annually for several years, and he plans to ask some European countries to prioritize Ukraine in receiving them. The …
(2025-10-20). The New Model of Autocratic Cooperation: The US, Russia and the Middle East. juancole.com Berkeley, Ca. (Special to Informed Comment; Feature) — Today, and particularly in the Middle East, concepts like national interest, class, and geopolitics are fading compared to analysis of political intent, frequently accompanied by accusations of heinous motives (terrorism, genocide). It may be useful to supplement these views with a more cold-eyed analysis of intent, focused …
(2025-10-20). Tehran, Moscow conduct 80% of trade in rubles, rials amid deeper economic ties. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — Over 80 percent of trade between Iran and Russia is now conducted in their national currencies, the rial and ruble, marking a major step toward financial independence and reduced reliance on third-party currencies, the head of the Russia—Iran Business Council said.
(2025-10-20). Iran, Russia, China Send Letter to UN To Mark Official End of the 2015 Iran Nuclear Deal. news.antiwar.com On Saturday, Iran, Russia, and China sent a letter to the UN Security Council declaring that the 2015 Iran nuclear deal, known as the JCPOA, has officially expired. The official termination of the JCPOA comes seven years after the US unilaterally quit the deal during the first Trump administration in 2018. In the letter, the …
(2025-10-20). EU agrees to gradually end Russian gas imports by Jan 2028. geo.tv 
Participants speak in front of an exhibition stand of Russia's liquefied natural gas producer Novatek at the Russian Energy Week international forum in Moscow, Russia, October 15, 2025. EU wants to deprive Russia of revenue to fund Ukraine war.Russia currently accounts for 12% of EU…
(2025-10-20). End Russian oil imports or 'massive' tariffs will remain, Trump warns India. scmp.com US President Donald Trump reiterated on Sunday that Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi told him India would stop buying Russian oil, while warning that New Delhi would continue paying "massive" tariffs if it did not do so. | "I spoke with Prime Minister Modi of India, and he said he's not going to be doing the Russian oil thing," Trump told reporters aboard Air Force One.
(2025-10-20). Drone Attack on Russian Gas Plant Forces Cut to Kazakh Oil Production. moderndiplomacy.eu A Ukrainian drone attack on the Orenburg gas plant in Russia has led Kazakhstan to cut production at its Karachaganak oil and gas condensate field by 25% to 30%. This plant, one of the largest gas processing facilities, had to stop taking gas from Kazakhstan after the attack. Ukraine confirmed targeting both the gas plant …
(2025-10-20). Russia signals move to deepen ties with Iran. newarab.com 
Moscow has close relations with Tehran and condemned US and Israeli strikes on Iranian nuclear sites earlier this year. | Asked by reporters how Russia saw the development of events around Iran's nuclear programme and if Moscow would deepen ties with Tehran, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said: | "Russia is definitely ready to exp…
(2025-10-20). Orban's Dual Ties Make Budapest Trump-Putin Meeting Ground. moderndiplomacy.eu The Kremlin confirmed that Budapest will host a potential summit between Russian President Vladimir Putin and U.S. President Donald Trump. Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban's warm relationship with Trump and constructive engagement with Putin were key factors behind the choice. Why It Matters Hungary's selection underscores its unusual role as a bridge between Moscow and …
(2025-10-20). Russia Ready to Deepen Ties with Iran Across All Fronts. moderndiplomacy.eu Russia reaffirmed its commitment to broadening cooperation with Iran, signaling stronger political, military, and energy ties amid escalating tensions with the West. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said Moscow views Tehran as a "dynamic partner" and stands ready to expand cooperation "in all areas." The statement follows earlier U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iranian nuclear sites …
(2025-10-20). Will Zelensky join Trump and Putin in Budapest for peace talks? Only if invited. scmp.com Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has said he would be ready to join Russian President Vladimir Putin and US counterpart Donald Trump at their summit in Hungary if he is invited. | Trump and Putin said they would meet in the Hungarian capital, possibly in a matter of weeks, as the US leader continues to try to broker a peace deal to end the three-and-a-half-year war, triggered by Russia's 2022 invasion.
(2025-10-20). "No Kings" Demonstrations: US Deep State Attempt Color Revolution against Trump, Before He Meets with Putin. "Will this Turn into a Civil War" globalresearch.ca The "No Kings" protest shows that what has been happening for decades in other countries, specifically Washington-backed color revolutions financed through unaccountable money…
(2025-10-20). Sooner than Expected: Here's when Trump and Putin Will Meet in Budapest for Potential Peace Talks. dailynewshungary.com
(2025-10-20). Trump told Zelenskyy to cede land or face "destruction" newarab.com 
Trump also declined to provide Tomahawk missiles for Ukraine's use, and mused about giving security guarantees to both Kyiv and Moscow, comments that the Ukrainian delegation found confusing, added the two sources, who requested anonymity to…