Russia

Oct 16, 2025 | Intel Desk

India to Halt Russian Oil Purchases, Trump Seeks China’s Compliance

On Oct 15, 2025, India pledged to stop buying Russian oil amid the Russia Ukraine war as Trump urges China to reduce imports, intensifying economic pressure on Moscow.

Trump Urges Putin to End Ukraine War as Tomahawk Missile Support Looms

President Trump urges Putin to end Ukraine war, signaling support with Tomahawk missiles amid Belarus' nuclear escalation warnings. NATO allies increase military aid as attacks intensify.

Russia Escalates Attacks on Ukraine Amid NATO Patrols and Tomahawk Talks

Russia intensifies drone and missile strikes on Ukraine’s infrastructure, causing casualties and blackouts. NATO increases patrols while Moldova’s pro-EU win signals declining Russian influence.

Zelenskyy Revokes Odesa Mayor’s Citizenship Amid Russian Passport Allegations

In October 2025, Zelenskyy revoked Odesa Mayor Trukhanov’s citizenship over alleged Russian passport possession amid ongoing Russia Ukraine war and escalating Russia NATO tensions.

Russia-Ukraine War Escalates with Drone Strikes and NATO Airspace Incursions

Russia’s drone and missile attacks cause blackouts and casualties in Kyiv and Zaporizhzhia. NATO bolsters air patrols amid Chinese satellite aid and rising geopolitical tensions.

Putin Claims 5,000 Sq Km Gain as Ukraine Strengthens Drone Warfare Defense

In Oct 2025, Putin claimed 5,000 sq km gains while Ukraine bolstered drone defenses. NATO and EU discuss ‘drone wall’ amid escalating Russia Ukraine war tensions.

Belarus Warns Tomahawk Missile Supply to Ukraine Risks Nuclear Escalation

Belarus cautions Tomahawk missiles to Ukraine may trigger nuclear war amid rising Russia NATO tensions. Strategic nuclear weapons in Belarus escalate Eastern Europe risks.

Russia Intensifies Strikes on Ukraine Amid NATO Patrols and Talks on Tomahawk Missiles

Russia escalates drone and missile attacks on Ukrainian energy, transport, and hospitals. NATO boosts patrols as Moldova’s pro-EU win signals waning Russian influence.

FSB Charges Exiled Oligarch Khodorkovsky with Terrorism Amid Kremlin Crackdown

In October 2025, Russia's FSB charged exiled oligarch Khodorkovsky and dissidents with terrorism, reflecting Kremlin repression amid Russia Ukraine war and rising Russia NATO tensions.

Russia Sustains Missile Strikes as Ukraine Advances and NATO Boosts Defenses

Russia intensifies missile and drone attacks causing civilian casualties and outages. Ukraine advances near Donetsk as NATO heightens air defense and discusses Tomahawk missile aid.

Russia-Ukraine War Escalates with Drone Strikes and NATO Airspace Violations

Russian drone and missile attacks cause civilian casualties and power outages in Kyiv and Zaporizhzhia. NATO increases air patrols amid Chinese satellite aid allegations.