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Trump plans to sign Russia sanctions bill 'soon,' White House source says
U.S. President Donald Trump plans to sign legislation that would allow him to impose tariffs of up to 100% on countries buying Russian oil and gas, a White House official told the Kyiv Independent on Sept. 17
Russian drone attack on Tanzania-flagged vessel kills captain, injures 3 crew members, Ukraine says
Ukraine's Infrastructure Ministry said Russia has repeatedly targeted Ukrainian ports, port infrastructure, and civilian commercial vessels in the Black Sea.
'Sanctions from Hell' — Can West finally choke off Kremlin's war machine?
The U.S. House of Representatives just voted on sweeping new sanctions aimed at putting further pressure on Russia's economy and its war machine, including measures targeting Moscow's energy sector, defense industry, "shadow fleet" and foreign networks helping it evade sanctions. The effectiveness of these measures, however, will ultimately depend on how consistently they are enforced and how actively and responsibly U.S. President Donald Trump uses the authorities they provide. The legislatio
Ukraine strikes Yaroslavl oil refinery, Russian military airfield, General Staff confirms
Two An-26 transport aircraft, one An-12 transport aircraft, and three helicopters were hit, according to the General Staff.
Update: Watchdog raises questions about new chief prosecutor's asset declarations
Media reports suggest Kovalsky could ultimately be appointed prosecutor general, rather than merely serving in an acting capacity.
Russian forces strike major Ukrainian steel plant for 4th time in a month, injuring 1 worker
Russia struck the Zaporizhstal Iron and Steel Works with two ballistic missiles on the morning of Sept. 17, according to Metinvest, the plant's owner and Ukraine's largest steel producer.
About Sergey Lavrov
Sergey Lavrov is Russia's Minister of Foreign Affairs, a position he has held since 2004, making him one of the world's longest-serving foreign ministers. Born on March 21, 1950, Lavrov previously served as Russia's Permanent Representative to the United Nations from 1994 to 2004 and has been a central figure in promoting Kremlin foreign policy narratives.
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