Asia
Europe
China Hits Back at EU Sanctions With Own Sanctions on 14 EU Entities
China sanctioned multiple companies and institutions in response to the EU’s latest Russia-related sanctions package.
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Russia
China Declines to Supply Equipment for Russian Northern Sea Route Fleet
China has refused to provide essential propulsion and steering systems for Russia’s large-tonnage ice-class vessels, citing sanctions risks.
July 18, 2026
Hungary
Hungary's Former PM Szijjártó to Work for Chinese Carmaker BYD
Szijjártó was embroiled in a series of scandals before leaving office over his leaked calls with Moscow that show him leaking Ukraine-related EU briefings to his Russian counterpart.
July 17, 2026
Energy
Russia Asks India for More Gasoline as Refining Capacity Collapses
Industry sources told Reuters that Russia might also request diesel from India if the crisis deteriorates.
July 16, 2026
US
China, Russia Take Aim at Starlink’s Destruction in Leaked Military Presentation
The proposals consist of a layered approach that ranges from diplomatic pressure against Starlink expansion to physically disabling the low-orbit satellites.
July 10, 2026
Russia
Over 550 Chinese Troops Trained in Russia Under Bilateral Military Internships, Ukraine Says
Ukraine’s Military Intelligence (HUR) told Kyiv Post that over 180 Russian troops also took part in military internships in China in November 2025 alone.
July 8, 2026
War in Ukraine
North Korea Supplies Up to 40% of Russia's Artillery Shells, Ukrainian Intel Says
North Korea currently occupies a "key position" among Russia's foreign suppliers of weapons and military equipment, according to Ukraine’s military intelligence.
July 8, 2026
Ukraine
Norway Urges China to Use Kremlin Ties to Push Russia Toward Ukraine Peace Talks
Norway says Beijing’s close access to Moscow gives it a responsibility to help bring Russia to the negotiating table.
July 7, 2026
Germany
Germany Summons Chinese Ambassador Over Reported Training of Russian Troops
Berlin called the reports “deeply disturbing,” saying any support that helps Russia continue its war also threatens European security.
July 4, 2026
War in Ukraine
Germany Summons Chinese Envoy Over Reports of Training Russian Troops
Berlin demanded urgent explanations after reports that Chinese military facilities trained Russian soldiers with approval from Moscow's top defense leadership.
July 3, 2026
Energy
Russia Eyes Japanese Jet Fuel Imports as Fuel Crisis Deepens
Russia is said to be expecting a jet fuel cargo from Japan transported via a network of intermediaries in the face of international sanctions.
July 3, 2026
War in Ukraine
Ukraine Says China Ignored Evidence Linking Its Components to Russian Weapons
Ukraine says Chinese components remain among the foreign parts most commonly found in Russian weapons attacking Ukraine.
July 3, 2026
Ukraine
OPINION: Lukashenko Ran From Putin to Xi Looking for Cover
Lukashenko’s Beijing trip exposed a ruler seeking Chinese cover as Kyiv raises the cost of Belarus’ role in Russia’s war.
June 30, 2026
Energy
Fuel Sales Restricted in 22 Russian Regions
Authorities cite rising demand and logistical disruptions, while fuel shortages have intensified following repeated attacks on Russian oil infrastructure.
June 24, 2026
North Korea
North Korea to Equip Navy With Nuclear Weapons, Kim Says
Kim Jong Un said North Korea’s nuclear navy program is moving ahead as planned, with Pyongyang preparing larger warships and new naval capabilities.
June 24, 2026
Nuclear weapons
North Korea Rejects Denuclearization Talks, Asserts Irreversible Nuclear Status
Kim Yo Jong called claims of denuclearization commitments an “absurd fake,” declaring North Korea’s status as a nuclear power absolute and constitutionally legally binding.
June 7, 2026
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