Trump Waives Key Russia Sanctions and Tariffs Ahead of Enforcement Deadline

US President Donald Trump has waived major Russia-related sanctions, restrictions and tariffs shortly before they were due to take effect under a new law designed to increase economic pressure on Moscow over its ongoing war against Ukraine. The decision, announced in an executive order released by the White House on Friday, October 16, allows the […]

Putin to Attend APEC Summit in Shenzhen Next Month as Russia and China Seek Stronger Ties

Russian President Vladimir Putin is expected to attend the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) leaders’ summit in Shenzhen, China, next month, as Moscow and Beijing seek to strengthen their strategic relationship amid shifting global political and economic dynamics. The summit is scheduled for November 18–19, 2026, bringing together leaders from APEC’s 21 member economies to discuss […]

Russia Says BRICS Must Play a Key Role in National Security

Moscow Calls for Greater Security Cooperation Within Expanding BRICS Bloc Russia has called for BRICS to play a greater role in addressing national and international security challenges, arguing that the rapidly expanding bloc must become a more influential platform for coordinating responses to emerging global threats. The comments come amid growing geopolitical tensions, ongoing conflicts […]