Russia says preparations are underway for a possible historic meeting between Vladimir Putin, Donald Trump and Xi Jinping in China next month. Beyond Ukraine, the proposed summit raises a much larger question about the future balance of global power and whether diplomacy between Washington, Moscow and Beijing could begin reshaping international relations INR Report: Based on reporting by RT, 21 October 2026, HERE. · A Meeting That Could Change…
Moscow says it is ready to resume trilateral talks with Ukraine and the United States next month, following discussions between Vladimir Putin and US envoy Steve Witkoff over a recent diesel agreement. Putin also met China's Premier, with both nations reaffirming their strategic relationship as a stabilising force amid global uncertainty. Meanwhile, tensions are mounting in Paris ahead of another weekend of mass protests, as demonstrators…
Russian intelligence claims the US has evidence that Mexican drug cartels are acquiring advanced drone warfare skills in Ukraine, potentially bringing those capabilities home. RT reports from the Kherson region, where residents have reportedly fled amid a Ukrainian blockade restricting food and medical supplies. Meanwhile, France struggles to recover from a weekend of violent riots, with further protests looming as mounting economic pressures…
Donald Trump has accused Vladimir Zelensky of resisting efforts to end the Ukraine conflict, following criticism of Washington’s diplomatic engagement with Moscow. In France, opposition figures blame government policies for weekend unrest as protests and disorder spread across parts of Europe. Meanwhile, Israel’s Defence Minister has threatened a permanent military presence in southern Lebanon ahead of diplomatic talks in Washington, amid…
Vladimir Zelensky accuses Donald Trump of making a mistake by engaging with Russia, after the US president suggested Ukraine needs new leadership. Russia’s foreign minister claims Zelensky is unwilling to negotiate peace and is determined to remain in power. Meanwhile, widespread unrest sweeps European cities, with more than 2,000 arrests reported. France sees some of the largest demonstrations, driven by anger over the government’s handling of…
In this episode of Moscow Mules, Chay Bowes and the crew grab the popcorn for Zelensky’s latest public meltdown over the Trump-Putin “Diesel Deal”- and trust us, the PR tears are flowing. While Kiev goes completely dark and recruiters drag naked guys straight out of the shower, the Pentagon is busy flexing its muscles by planning the livestreamed execution of a paraplegic. Sanity has officially left the building, but Vladimir Putin’s ghost is…
Ukraine's latest request for European financial assistance has reopened a fundamental question about the war with Russia: how much longer can European governments sustain Kyiv's military and budgetary needs, and who ultimately carries the financial risk? With an additional €70 billion reportedly sought for 2027, divisions are emerging over the scale, accountability and repayment of Europe's commitments. INR Report: Based on RT's October 17,…
US President Donald Trump's latest White House press secretary has departed after only five days in the role, following criticism of her debut briefing and questions about her professional qualifications. The episode raises wider questions about how the administration selects its senior public representatives and communicates with the American public. INR Report: Based on reporting by RT, published 16 October 2026. · Katie Zacharia's brief…
Three years after Hamas breached Israel's security defences, the political battle over who knew what, and when, has reached the courts. With Israelis preparing to vote on 27 October, allegations of ignored intelligence, altered records and delayed hostage negotiations have placed Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's handling of the crisis under renewed scrutiny. INR Report: Based on reporting by Charlotte Dubenskij for RT, with additional…
Protests erupt across France as soaring living costs and energy prices fuel unrest, with police and demonstrators clashing in Paris, Marseille and Strasbourg. Russia claims further advances in Ukraine, capturing two strategically important settlements and asserting that Kyiv now controls just 10% of Donetsk. Meanwhile, Donald Trump reportedly abandons the proposed Graham sanctions bill targeting Russia and Iran, arguing it conflicts with US…
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