US Signals Preparedness for Stronger Action on Russia

By BPN News Desk September 10, 2025

International

U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said the United States is prepared to take “strong measures” against Russia over the ongoing Ukraine conflict. He stressed that such steps would only be effective with full cooperation from European allies. “All Options Are on the Table” Bessent

International

Russia Strikes Kyiv Government Building with Ballistic Missile

By BPN News Desk September 9, 2025

Russia has struck a Ukrainian government building in Kyiv with an Iskander ballistic missile, the first such attack since the war began. The explosion damaged nearly 900 square meters of the structure and caused a major fire. Ukrainian officials said the missile did not fully detonate, preventing even greater destruction. Largest Air Assault Since War […]

International

US, Europe Meet on Russia Sanctions

By BPN News Desk September 9, 2025

U.S. and European officials convened at the U.S. Treasury Department to discuss new economic measures targeting Russia. The talks focused on expanding sanctions, adding tariffs on Russian oil imports, and managing frozen Russian sovereign assets. Trump Seeks European Support U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent underscored President Donald Trump’s intent to take strong

International

Lavrov Sees Growing Common Ground Among Major Powers

By BPN News Desk September 8, 2025

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said Russia, India, and China are increasingly interacting based on shared interests. He pointed to their recent display of unity at the SCO summit in Tianjin—such as the widely noticed triple handshake and friendly huddle among their leaders—as evidence of this emerging trend. Shared Goals Include Economic and Social Progress […]

International

U.S. To Push Secondary Tariffs On Russian Oil Buyers

By BPN News Desk September 8, 2025

U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has proposed that the United States, along with the European Union, impose additional secondary tariffs on countries continuing to import Russian crude oil. He warned that such coordinated measures could trigger a “full collapse” of Russia’s economy and force President Vladimir Putin to the negotiating table. The proposal comes amid

International

China Denies Plot Against U.S., Rejects Trump’s Claim

By BPN News Desk September 4, 2025

China’s Foreign Ministry has denied U.S. President Donald Trump’s claim that China, Russia, and North Korea conspired against the United States during a military parade in Beijing. No Conspiracy, Beijing Says A spokesperson emphasized that China does not form foreign relations aimed against any third party. The invitation to leaders from Russia and North Korea […]

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Russia in Talks to Supply More S-400 to India

By BPN News Desk September 3, 2025

Russia has confirmed that it is in talks with India to supply additional S-400 surface-to-air missile systems. Dmitry Shugayev, head of Russia’s Federal Service for Military-Technical Cooperation, said discussions are ongoing and highlighted that India already operates the system. Background on Existing Deal India signed a $5.5 billion deal in 2018 to acquire five S-400

International

Over 500 Drones, Missiles Fired at Ukraine

By BPN News Desk September 3, 2025

Russia carried out a large-scale air attack on Ukraine overnight between September 2 and 3, launching more than 500 drones and missiles. Ukrainian authorities confirmed strikes across several central and western regions. Civilian Infrastructure Damaged The bombardment caused significant damage to civilian infrastructure. Homes, energy facilities, and rail lines were hit,

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Breaking Down The News: Ukraine Runs on Russian Crude, But Indian Refineries Get the Blame

By BPN News Desk September 3, 2025

Ukraine today finds itself in an extraordinary irony. On the battlefield and in civilian life, diesel is the fuel that keeps the country running. Yet with its own refineries crippled by Russian missile strikes, Kyiv has become almost entirely dependent on imports to meet its needs. In July 2025, India suddenly emerged as Ukraine’s largest […]

International

Russia, China Seal Power of Siberia 2 Deal

By BPN News Desk September 3, 2025

Russia and China have signed a binding deal to move ahead with the Power of Siberia 2 gas pipeline. The project will send up to 50 billion cubic meters (bcm) of natural gas annually from Russia to China through Mongolia. The agreement was reached during talks in Beijing, with leaders from Russia, China, and Mongolia […]