'He is a great friend': Putin invites PM Modi for talks on sidelines of BRICS summit

BREAKING: Zelensky Urges PM Modi to Meet at UNGA as Trump Threatens India Over Russian Oil

In a high-stakes diplomatic moment, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky spoke with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and proposed a meeting on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly in September. The call comes as India faces escalating tariff threats from Donald Trump over its continued purchase of Russian oil — a key source of funding for Moscow’s war machine, according to Washington. Zelensky expressed gratitude for Modi’s warm words but urged stronger support from India, hinting at a potential turning point in New Delhi’s balancing act between East and West. With the Ukraine war dragging into its fourth year, global pressure is mounting. Will India hold its neutral stance — or step further into the geopolitical crossfire? #ModiZelenskyCall #UNGA2025 #UkraineWar #IndiaRussiaOil #TrumpTariffs #GlobalDiplomacy #ZelenskySpeech #IndiaUkraine #ModiUNGA #Geopolitics #BreakingNews #MiddlePowerPolitics Also Read Ukrainian First Lady’s Special Surprise Stop In Jaipur Before Japan Visit :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/ukrainian-first-lady-s-special-surprise-stop-in-jaipur-before-japan-visit-7821279.html?ref=DMDesc India, China, Brazil Could Be Hit Hard For Trading With Russia: NATO Secretary Rutte :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/india-china-brazil-could-be-hit-hard-for-trading-with-russia-nato-secretary-rutte-7802537.html?ref=DMDesc Ukraine Confirms F-16 Loss, Pilot Killed While Intercepting Russian Missiles And Drones :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/ukraine-confirms-f-16-loss-pilot-killed-while-intercepting-russian-missiles-and-drones-7786265.html?ref=DMDesc ~HT.410~PR.274~GR.124~ED.194~

Ukraine Strikes Russian Oil Refinery 2,000 KM from Border after Putin’s Ceasefire Proposal Rejected

Ukraine has launched one of its deepest and most daring drone strikes yet, hitting the Lukoil-Ukhta oil refinery in Russia’s Komi Republic — over 2,000 kilometers from the Ukrainian border. This unprecedented attack signals a major escalation in Ukraine’s long-range capabilities, directly targeting Russia’s critical infrastructure far from the front lines. Meanwhile, Europe and Ukraine have firmly rejected Vladimir Putin’s proposed ceasefire, instead presenting a joint counterproposal to the United States ahead of a potential Trump-Putin meeting, according to The Wall Street Journal. This video breaks down Ukraine's latest offensive moves, the global response to Putin’s proposal, and what this means for the future of the war. #UkraineWar #RussiaUkraine #DroneStrike #UkraineStrike #Putin #Ceasefire #KomiRepublic #UkrainianOffensive #UkraineNews #RussiaWar #Lukoil #MilitaryNews #Geopolitics #UkraineVsRussia #BreakingNews Also Read Ukrainian First Lady’s Special Surprise Stop In Jaipur Before Japan Visit :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/ukrainian-first-lady-s-special-surprise-stop-in-jaipur-before-japan-visit-7821279.html?ref=DMDesc India, China, Brazil Could Be Hit Hard For Trading With Russia: NATO Secretary Rutte :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/india-china-brazil-could-be-hit-hard-for-trading-with-russia-nato-secretary-rutte-7802537.html?ref=DMDesc Ukraine Confirms F-16 Loss, Pilot Killed While Intercepting Russian Missiles And Drones :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/ukraine-confirms-f-16-loss-pilot-killed-while-intercepting-russian-missiles-and-drones-7786265.html?ref=DMDesc ~HT.410~PR.274~GR.124~ED.194~

WW3 Brewing...? Why Putin Chose Alaska To Meet Trump? Will Trump Sell Ukraine To Russia?

A high-stakes showdown is set to unfold in Alaska as Russian President Vladimir Putin and US President Donald Trump prepare for direct talks that could reshape the global balance of power. With the Ukraine war at a critical juncture, speculation is mounting over whether Trump will strike a deal with Moscow — and at what cost to Kiev. Reports suggest territorial swaps are on the table, an idea Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has firmly rejected, vowing never to cede land to Russia. The choice of Alaska — a symbolic and strategic location once sold by Russia to the United States — has fueled intrigue, raising questions about the real motives behind the venue. Is this a step toward peace, or the beginning of a dangerous new chapter in the conflict? The world is watching as the stage is set for a potentially history-changing negotiation. #WW3 #PutinTrumpSummit #AlaskaTalks #UkraineWar #RussiaUkraineConflict #Trump #Putin #Geopolitics #UkraineCrisis #RussiaNews #Zelensky #TerritorialSwap #PeaceTalks #USPolitics #WorldNews #UkraineSupport #RussiaUSRelations #AlaskaSummit #UkraineNews #GlobalTensions ~HT.410~GR.124~ED.420~

VIDEO: Russia-Ukraine UNLEASH Deadly Drone Attack On Each Other Ahead of Trump-Putin Alaska Meet

Russia and Ukraine exchanged massive overnight drone attacks just days before the planned Trump-Putin peace summit in Alaska. Ukraine’s air force reported Russia launched 100 drones, 70 of which were intercepted, while 30 struck 12 locations. Russia claimed to have downed 126 Ukrainian drones in the same period. One person was killed in Saratov when a drone struck near a residential building, damaging an industrial site. Ukraine confirmed the attack targeted a major oil refinery supplying Russian forces. August has seen a surge in Ukrainian drone operations, while Russia’s aerial assault remains intense. The violence unfolds as both sides maneuver diplomatically ahead of Friday’s high-profile meeting between Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin, a summit that could shift the trajectory of the war. #Russia #Ukraine #DroneWar #Putin #Trump #AlaskaSummit #PeaceTalks #UkraineWar #RussiaUkraineWar #DroneAttack #Kyiv #Moscow #Geopolitics #WarNews #OilRefinery #MilitaryNews #GlobalSecurity #NATO #EasternEurope #BreakingNews ~HT.178~GR.124~ED.103~

Zelensky NOT INVITED to Trump-Putin Alaska Peace Talks? Ukraine LEFT OUT, Russia Gains Upper Hand

Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky has reportedly not been invited to the upcoming Trump–Putin peace summit in Alaska on August 15, raising concerns of a diplomatic sidelining. White House sources say the meeting will focus on U.S.–Russia dialogue at Moscow’s request. While Trump has floated territorial swaps as a path to peace, Zelensky rejects the idea, citing constitutional limits. The Kremlin insists talks must address Crimea and four regions annexed in 2022, while Ukraine refuses any concessions, leaving negotiations at an impasse. #TrumpPutin #Zelensky #UkraineWar #PeaceTalks #RussiaUkraine #AlaskaSummit #Trump #Putin #USRussia #UkraineConflict #Crimea #Donetsk #Luhansk #Zaporozhye #Kherson #TerritorialSwaps #UkraineNews #RussiaNews #WarNegotiations #BreakingNews #Kremlin #Diplomacy #UkraineRussiaWar #Moscow #Washington #Geopolitics #PeaceSummit #UkraineSidelined #TrumpNews #PutinNews #GlobalPolitics Also Read Did India’s S-400 Strike On Pakistan’s F-16s Trigger Trump’s Tariff War On New Delhi? Netizens Wonder :: https://www.oneindia.com/india/did-india-s-s-400-strike-on-pakistan-s-f-16s-trigger-trump-s-tariff-war-on-new-delhi-netizens-wonde-7824869.html?ref=DMDesc Trump Again Credits Himself for India-Pakistan Peace; Armenia, Azerbaijan Want Nobel for Him :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/trump-again-credits-himself-for-india-pakistan-peace-armenia-azerbaijan-want-nobel-for-him-7824761.html?ref=DMDesc US President Trump Says He Will Meet Russian Counterpart Putin On August 15 :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/us-president-trump-says-he-will-meet-russian-counterpart-putin-on-august-15-7824671.html?ref=DMDesc ~HT.178~GR.124~

Putin holds Call with Modi & Xi Jinping | BRICS Nations COUNTER Trump’s Tariff Threat | BRICS Vs U.S

As Trump imposes sweeping tariffs on India and China, leaders Modi, Xi, and Putin are coordinating a strategic response. Modi and Putin held a phone call to review bilateral ties, with Trump accusing India of funding Russia’s war via oil trade. Xi also spoke with Putin, urging diplomacy with the U.S. but slamming Trump’s “bully” tactics. The growing BRICS unity signals a serious counterweight to Washington’s tariff war, as all three powers challenge what they call unfair and illegal U.S. trade pressure. #TrumpTariffs #ModiPutin #XiJinping #BRICS #USIndiaTensions #ChinaRussiaIndia #Geopolitics #GlobalTradeWar #USChinaTensions #IndiaRussiaTies #TariffWar #TrumpVsBRICS #OilTrade #TradeRetaliation #ModiXiPutin #NewColdWar #PutinCalls #G20Politics #BreakingNews #DiplomaticPushback #WTOViolation #UNCharter #IndoRussiaRelations #USChinaConflict #TrumpTradePolicy #GlobalDiplomacy #SouthSouthAlliance #EnergyPolitics #TariffShowdown #TrumpAccuses #ModiXiCall #XiPutinDialogue ~GR.124~HT.408~

Lula BLASTS Trump, Rejects “Humiliation” Of Tariff Talks As U.S Slaps 50% Duties On Brazil Goods

Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has drawn a firm line in the sand after the United States imposed hefty 50% tariffs on Brazilian exports. In a striking interview with Reuters, Lula declared he won’t initiate talks with President Trump that might “humiliate” his nation—saying he’ll only engage if he senses genuine willingness to negotiate. Brazil isn't retaliating with reciprocal tariffs but is pursuing WTO consultations and prepping domestic support for affected industries. Lula also unveils plans to mobilize BRICS partners like India and China for a coordinated response. Firmly asserting Brazil’s economic sovereignty, he criticized Trump’s interference in a sovereign country’s legal affairs, particularly related to the prosecution of former president Jair Bolsonaro. Emphasizing mutual respect in diplomacy, Lula called for dignified engagement-pointing to Trump’s public humiliations of other world leaders as unacceptable conduct. He’s offering negotiation-but on his terms only. #Lula #Trump #Brazil #TradeWar #Tariffs #WTO #BRICS #USBrazilRelations #Sovereignty #Diplomacy #NoHumiliation #50PercentTariff #ReutersInterview #EconomicSovereignty #TradeDiplomacy #GlobalTrade #LatinAmerica #StrategicMinerals #RespectInDiplomacy #TradeCrisis ~HT.318~ED.346~

Lula Accuses U.S Of Staging ‘Brazil Coup’ | SLAMS Trump’s 50% Tariff Threat As Economic Blackmail

Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva has delivered a fiery rebuke to the United States, accusing Washington of aiding a coup in Brazil and using economic threats as political weapons. Speaking at a Workers’ Party event in Brasília, Lula condemned the 50% tariff threat from President Donald Trump as “economic blackmail,” and vowed that Brazil would not bow to “unequal treatment.” Without specifying the incident, Lula recalled a past U.S.-backed coup, possibly referring to 1964 or the 2016 impeachment of Dilma Rousseff. The warning comes as tensions escalate over BRICS’ growing influence and its call to reduce dollar dependence. Lula emphasized that Brazil, no longer reliant on the U.S., is ready to negotiate but only as equals. The 50% tariff would be the highest imposed on any country, signaling a major rift in U.S.-Brazil relations. Lula’s defiance now sets the stage for a global showdown over sovereignty and trade. #Lula #Brazil #Trump #Tariffs #USBrazilRelations #CoupClaims #EconomicBlackmail #BRICS #DollarDominance #TradeWar #Bolsonaro #Sovereignty #Sanctions #AlexandreDeMoraes #Geopolitics #Multilateralism #TradeCrisis #GlobalSouth #BrazilPolitics #USImperialism ~HT.408~

Who Are Russia’s New Allies? Russia STUNS West By Dumping Germany For Iran And North Korea

In a dramatic geopolitical shift, Russia has withdrawn from a long-standing military cooperation agreement with Germany, originally signed in 1996. Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin's move follows a cascade of sanctions from Western allies and Germany’s support for Ukraine. Russia's Foreign Ministry labeled Berlin's stance as "openly hostile" and accused Germany of pursuing aggressive militaristic policies. The collapse of this bilateral framework underscores Moscow's pivot toward nations like North Korea, Iran, and China. In recent weeks, Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has met with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un—who pledged unconditional support for Russia’s war—and Iranian officials during the BRICS summit. Meanwhile, President Putin hinted at retaliatory arming of regions to strike Western targets. As the West distances itself from Moscow, Russia deepens its ties with fellow sanctioned states, signaling a bold new strategic alignment. #RussiaGermany #RussiaIran #RussiaNorthKorea #Putin #Lavrov #GermanyWithdrawal #MilitaryPact #BRICS2025 #UkraineWar #NATO #RussiaSanctions #RussiaChina #KimJongUn #IranNuclear #Geopolitics #GlobalTensions #AxisOfSanctions #RussiaIsolation #MoscowNews #RussiaBreaking ~HT.178~ED.102~GR.124~

NSA Doval meets Russian Security Chief Sergei Shoigu | India, Russia get together to counter U.S.

Amid rising tensions with the U.S., Indian NSA Ajit Doval met Russian Security Chief Sergey Shoigu in Moscow for high-level talks on defence, energy, and Vladimir Putin’s upcoming visit to India. As Trump imposes harsh tariffs on Indian imports over Russian oil deals, Doval and Shoigu reaffirmed their nations' strategic bond, pledging deeper military and energy cooperation. Russia stressed mutual trust and a shared global vision, while India defended its sovereign energy policy and strategic autonomy on the global stage. #AjitDoval #SergeyShoigu #IndiaRussiaTies #PutinVisit #TrumpTariffs #S400 #DefenceCooperation #Geopolitics #USIndiaTensions #StrategicPartnership #RussiaIndia #MoscowMeet #DovalInMoscow #TariffWar #EnergySecurity #IndoRussiaAlliance #ModiPutin #VladimirPutin #Shoigu #GlobalRealignment #IndiaDefenceNews #BreakingNews #SukhoiModernisation #IndoRussianRelations #USIndiaSplit #MilitaryAlliance #TariffCrisis #NationalSecurity #PutinInIndia #DovalShoiguMeet Also Read Show Us the Proof: NSA Doval Slams Foreign Media Over False Reporting On Op Sindoor :: https://www.oneindia.com/india/show-me-one-photograph-nsa-ajit-doval-slams-foreign-media-on-claims-of-damages-to-india-7797965.html?ref=DMDesc Ajit Doval: India Has No Intent to Escalate, But Ready to Retaliate if Provoked :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/ajit-doval-india-has-no-intent-to-escalate-but-ready-to-retaliate-if-provoked-4146329.html?ref=DMDesc Ajit Doval And Wang Yi Strengthen Peace Efforts At LAC To Boost India-China Relations :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/ajit-doval-wang-yi-strengthen-peace-efforts-lac-boost-india-china-relations-4019879.html?ref=DMDesc ~ED.194~HT.408~

NSA Ajit Doval SLAMS Foreign Media For Misleading Reports On India's Operation Sindoor Against Pak

India's National Security Advisor Ajit Doval has launched a scathing critique of foreign media coverage surrounding the recent Operation Sindoor, India’s successful counter-air offensive against Pakistan. During his statement, Doval highlighted the glaring disparity between global headlines and on-ground evidence. “Show me one image of damage on our side. Even a glass pane wasn’t broken,” he said, slamming reports suggesting Pakistani retaliation inflicted damage in India. Doval emphasized satellite images showcasing before-and-after visuals of 13 Pakistani air bases, including Chaklala and Sargodha, exposed only damage on their side. His remarks sent a powerful message on India's capability and the global narrative war surrounding cross-border strikes. This marks one of the strongest rebuttals to foreign press by an Indian security chief in recent times, asserting India's stance with sharp clarity. #AjitDoval #OperationSindoor #IndiaStrikesBack #PakistanAirBases #ForeignMediaBias #IndiaPakistan #AirstrikeTruth #SatelliteImages #SargodhaStrike #ChaklalaHit #NSAIndia #IndianAirForce #NationalSecurity #IndiaVsPakistan #PropagandaExposed #WarNarrative #DovalStatement #RahimYarKhan #IndiaPower #CrossBorderStrike ~HT.410~GR.122~

Putin CANCELS Major Naval Parade After Ukraine Drone STRIKE | Russia RETALIATES With Attack on Kyiv

On Russia’s Navy Day, Ukrainian drones rained over St. Petersburg, forcing the cancellation of a key naval parade and halting flights at Pulkovo Airport. Russia’s Defense Ministry claims it downed 291 drones. Meanwhile, Moscow retaliated with strikes on Kyiv, wounding civilians and damaging homes. In Sumy, a Russian drone hit a civilian bus, killing 3. As the war enters its 1250th day, tensions rise beyond the battlefield, with EU leaders urging Zelensky to preserve anti-corruption reforms and Austria signaling interest in joining NATO. #Ukraine #Russia #DroneAttack #StPetersburg #Kyiv #Putin #Zelensky #NavyDay #WarInUkraine #UkraineRussiaWar #RussiaStrikes #UkraineDrones #SumyAttack #PulkovoAirport #AirDefense #NATO #EU #VonderLeyen #Austria #BMeinl #Geopolitics #UkraineUnderAttack #MilitaryNews #WarUpdate #UkraineConflict #UkraineNews #StPetersburgAttack #UAVStrike #RussiaParadeCancelled #PutinVsZelensky #EuropeanSecurity Also Read India, China, Brazil Could Be Hit Hard For Trading With Russia: NATO Secretary Rutte :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/india-china-brazil-could-be-hit-hard-for-trading-with-russia-nato-secretary-rutte-7802537.html?ref=DMDesc Ukraine Confirms F-16 Loss, Pilot Killed While Intercepting Russian Missiles And Drones :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/ukraine-confirms-f-16-loss-pilot-killed-while-intercepting-russian-missiles-and-drones-7786265.html?ref=DMDesc Russia Unleashes Record Overnight Drone Attack On Ukraine Amid Peace Talks :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/russia-unleashes-record-overnight-drone-attack-on-ukraine-amid-peace-talks-4176255.html?ref=DMDesc

Ukraine’s BIGGEST Attack On Russia? Nearly 100 Drones Cripple Airports And Railways Across Russia

In one of the largest overnight drone barrages, Russia claims its air defense forces intercepted 99 drones targeting key cities and infrastructure across western Russia. Airports in St. Petersburg, Kaluga, and Volgograd were paralyzed, with 70+ flights delayed. Train services in Volgograd faced hours-long halts after drone debris damaged railway power lines. Debris fell in residential and industrial areas, reportedly injuring at least one person in Leningrad Oblast. The Russian Defense Ministry accused Ukraine of orchestrating the strikes, with Kyiv yet to issue a statement. Targeted regions included Bryansk, Smolensk, Kaluga, Volgograd, Rostov, and even occupied Crimea and Moscow. While Russia continues its aggressive strikes on Ukraine, this retaliation suggests an expanding and unpredictable aerial conflict zone. The Kyiv Independent couldn’t verify the claims independently. This is a rapidly developing story. #Russia #DroneAttack #UkraineWar #Moscow #PulkovoAirport #Volgograd #RailDisruption #Airstrike #Kaluga #Bryansk #Kyiv #StPetersburg #DroneWarfare #RussiaUkraineConflict #99Drones #RussiaStrikes #BreakingNews #DroneInterception #Putin #UkraineResponse

Russia’s Pulkovo Airport In CHAOS As Ukrainian Drone Threat Looms | 7,000 Stranded In Mass Shutdown

Panic and paralysis gripped St. Petersburg’s Pulkovo Airport as a massive drone threat grounded flights and triggered Russia’s largest aviation disruption this year. Over 7,000 passengers were stranded after Moscow shut down the skies over northern Russia in response to what officials described as a coordinated Ukrainian drone assault. The result: more than 100 delayed flights, 30 canceled, and a bizarre traffic jam of planes unable to take off or land. Social media was flooded with footage showing anxious travelers, packed terminals, and idle aircraft lining the tarmac. The Kremlin has not confirmed whether any drones were intercepted or hit specific targets, but the lockdown has added pressure on Russia’s internal defense systems. The incident raises serious questions about the vulnerability of key infrastructure even far from the front lines, and could mark a turning point in Ukraine’s drone warfare strategy deep into Russian airspace. #PulkovoAirport #RussiaDroneAttack #UkraineDrones #FlightChaos #StPetersburgAirport #RussianAirspace #DroneWarfare #RussiaUkraineWar #FlightsGrounded #TravelDisruption #DroneThreatRussia #PutinAirSecurity #PulkovoShutDown #MoscowOrdersLockdown #RussianDefense #AirTrafficJam #UkraineStrikesDeep #StPetersburgCrisis #ZelenskyDroneStrike #RussiaCrisis ~HT.410~ED.420~