Senate Advances Russia Sanctions Bill as Zelenskyy Presses Washington
The Senate’s 86-12 procedural vote advances a proposed Russia sanctions bill, but new penalties and tariffs would require further action before taking effect.
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EU and UK Impose Parallel Sanctions Over Russian Cyber Campaign
The EU and UK announced parallel sanctions on July 13, 2026, against Russian-linked cyber actors accused of targeting European governments and critical infrastructure.
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Russia and Ukraine Trade Drone Strikes as Romania Monitors Airspace
Overnight drone strikes reportedly killed and injured civilians in Ukraine and Russia, while Romania said a drone briefly entered its airspace.
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Trump Plans White House Meeting With Zelensky as Ukraine Policy Faces New Test
President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky are scheduled to meet at the White House Tuesday as U.S. Ukraine policy faces scrutiny.
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Russia diesel export ban through July 31, 2026: fuel uncertainty ripple risk
Russia extended diesel export restrictions through July 31, 2026, citing domestic shortages after energy strikes. What it could change for global diesel logistics.
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Kyiv strike kills at least 30 as Russia’s attack draws UN ceasefire appeal
World Global Priority Scan – A July 2 Russian drone-and-missile strike on Kyiv killed at least 30 people, damaged about 130 buildings, and drew a UN call for an immediate ceasefire. ([investing.com](https://www.investing.com/news/world-news/russia-bombards-kyiv-in-deadliest-strike-this-year-killing-at-least-27-people-4774603))
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House passes Ukraine aid and Russia sanctions bill, sending it to the Senate
The House passed a Ukraine aid and sanctions bill on June 4, and the Senate now decides whether to move, amend, or slow the measure.