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Swiss journalist Peter Hanseler of Forum Geopolitica examines the diesel deal discussed by Steve Witkoff and Vladimir Putin, arguing its diplomatic significance outweighs the volume of fuel involved.

Can Trump’s pressure on Zelensky move Ukraine peace talks forward? Independent Dutch journalist Sonja van den Ende argues European governments remain a major obstacle, accusing them of sustaining the conflict through weapons supplies and political support for Kiev. She also discusses Ukrainian drone attacks during Steve Witkoff’s diplomatic visit, the Russia–US diesel deal and why she believes Was...

Trump is warning Zelensky to make a deal as tensions grow over Ukraine and Russian energy. War correspondent Thomas Roper argues the confrontation reflects a deeper dispute between Washington and Brussels. Roper discusses the diesel deal, Ukrainian strikes on Russian oil infrastructure and drone attacks during a U.S. envoy’s visit. He also examines Europe’s support for Kiev, Ukraine’s worsening ne...

Rubio says Ukraine would not exist today without American assistance. So why is Zelensky escalating his feud with Trump? Professor Greg Simons examines the growing tensions between Washington and Kiev, Steve Witkoff’s visit to Russia for peace talks, and Zelensky’s push for another €70 billion from Europe. He argues that Kiev is overestimating its influence—and European leaders face growing pressu...

On the latest episode of The Sanchez Effect, Faisal Al-Shammeri, columnist at the Arab News and Makkah Newspaper, shatters Western myths about the Saudi leadership. Despite relentless outside attempts to sow division, Al-Shammeri highlights that the Saudi monarchy and MBS remain overwhelmingly popular, especially among the nation’s youth. But this goes way beyond regional headlines. Al-Shammeri br...

Different parties, familiar policies. How much would a new Israeli government actually change? RT’s Charlotte Dubenskij compares positions across Israel’s political spectrum on Palestinian statehood, military control in Gaza, Hamas and confrontation with Iran. While parties disagree over leadership and strategy, her report examines the shared positions shaping the choices on offer to voters.

Vladimir Putin meets US envoy Steve Witkoff in St. Petersburg following Witkoff’s talks with Zelensky in Oslo. Ukraine peace proposals, Iran and renewed US–Russia economic cooperation are on the agenda. Witkoff thanks Putin for the Russian diesel export agreement, while Putin says the announcement sent global prices down 5–6%. RT correspondents Farida Singatoulina and Roman Kosarev also discuss a...

Masked Israeli settlers attacked Palestinians, EU diplomats and journalists during the annual olive harvest in the occupied West Bank. A 78-year-old French mayor was beaten, diplomatic vehicles were damaged, and American photojournalist Heidi Levine suffered serious injuries. Levine’s son describes the assault and says Israeli soldiers fired tear gas before attackers separated his mother from the...

Stanislav Krapivnik, former U.S. marine officer joins this episode of RT’s ‘Sanchez Effect’ with maps and military analysis of the conflicts in Ukraine and Yemen. The Russian military has delivered a report on major developments on the frontlines to President Vladimir Putin – forces have captured logistic hubs and expanded a ‘buffer zone’ throughout the border with Ukraine. Krapivnik says Russian...

‘The town is burning.’ Residents who escaped Alyoshki in the Kherson region describe hunger, a destroyed water pump and the constant threat of drones. Speaking exclusively to RT, evacuees recount dwindling humanitarian supplies, soaring food prices and repeated strikes on their homes. One woman says no food supplies have entered the town since May. Another resident describes going to bed without k...

Zelensky is asking Western sponsors for at least €70 billion more for defense, weapons and resilience — alongside a winter package of at least 300 Patriot missiles. Ukraine’s military spending is estimated at $155 billion for 2026, while its finance minister projects a €40 billion military funding shortfall for 2027. With debt repayments adding pressure and European funding sources uncertain, how...

Can peace negotiations move forward with Zelensky still in power? RT contributor Tara Reade discusses his escalating clashes with Donald Trump, Ukraine’s push for more European funding and the prospects for a negotiated settlement. Reade challenges Zelensky’s legitimacy, argues European governments face growing pressure over support for Kiev and examines who has benefited from the conflict.

Indonesia’s highest Islamic council is demanding the cancellation of two planned Andrea Bocelli concerts, citing his participation in a 2010 Friends of the IDF fundraiser and a 2022 performance in Tel Aviv. The Indonesian Ulema Council’s foreign relations chairman, Sudarnoto Abdul Hakim, explains why the organization considers those appearances incompatible with Indonesia’s support for Palestine....

The Trump administration says it is using economic leverage to help end the war in Ukraine, but Vladimir Zelensky says the pressure should be on Russia and not him. Meanwhile, the prospect of peace in Europe is dividing the president's coalition with some arguing that a peace deal could change the direction of American foreign policy for decades. America Now anchor Ben Swann discusses Trump’s...

So Apple has a new AI product and it wants to put it right in the middle of your home. Is this the future of American family life or a sign that we're becoming too dependent on technology? America Now anchor Ben Swann discusses the technological shift with libertarian activist and candidate for U.S. Senate Aaron Day. Plus, America Now correspondent Olivia Flynn dives into Elon Musk's lat...

Russia is building a new platform for cooperation with Africa, targeting technology, education, finance and domestic market development. Created by PSB Bank and the InterPractica Development Institution, the Russia-Africa Initiative aims to support joint projects, promote Russian technology exports and establish business councils and hubs abroad. Its backers promise partnerships that help African...

Europe keeps buying Russian energy despite years of sanctions. So what exactly is Brussels achieving? Former Austrian foreign minister Karin Kneissl calls the EU’s approach a ‘salami tactic’ driven by successive sanctions packages rather than a coherent strategy. She discusses Russian energy reaching Europe through intermediaries, growing public desperation and why blaming Moscow for domestic unre...

Europe turns into a battlefield as mass anti-government protests turn violent across the EU. Investigative journalist, Elizabeth Lane, joins RT’s ‘Sanchez Effect’ and she mocks the way the bloc’s leaders fail to address the concerns of their nations and simply blame the riots on the Russian President Vladimir Putin. Elizabeth also says the diesel deal was the right decision to do. She endorses Don...

Israel is threatening to turn its occupation of southern Lebanon into a permanent military presence. Defence Minister Israel Katz says more than 60 villages and 23,000 homes have been destroyed, calling the campaign the ‘Gaza model’. Netanyahu says Israeli troops will remain until Hezbollah is disarmed. Lebanese President Joseph Aoun says the occupation is preventing Lebanon’s army from deploying...

Russia and India stage joint naval exercises off Vladivostok as part of Indra 2026. Crews practise recapturing a hijacked vessel, landing helicopters on each other’s warships, transferring simulated casualties and countering drone threats from air and sea. RT’s Ivan Zhdanov reports from aboard a Russian corvette, following the operations and examining the potential message behind the anti-piracy s...

Zelensky needs Washington’s support. Why keep attacking Trump? Former adviser to the Clinton and Bush administrations Steve Gill discusses Zelensky’s criticism of Washington’s Russia diesel deal, tensions over Starlink and Ukraine’s dependence on American military support. He argues Kiev is losing credibility with its biggest backer and predicts growing political pressure on Zelensky.

Iran has completed construction of the 730km Chabahar–Zahedan railway, connecting its Indian Ocean port with the national rail network. Full operations are expected within two to three months, following final safety checks. RT’s Saman Kojouri examines how the line could expand India’s access to Afghanistan and Central Asia without transiting Pakistan, strengthen connections towards Russia and supp...

Macron says France isn’t participating in the war. Seyed Mohammad Marandi disputes that claim, accusing the French president of supporting attacks on Iran and sharing responsibility for the economic fallout. The University of Tehran professor discusses France’s cost-of-living protests, Europe’s relationship with Washington and why he believes EU leaders will suppress dissent rather than change cou...

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 off...

Former Pennsylvania State Senator Bruce Marks discusses with RT Trump's decision not to enforce new Russia sanctions, arguing that Washington is seeking economic cooperation with Moscow to help resolve the Ukraine conflict. He also warns that soaring fuel prices, the Iran war and mounting affordability concerns could spell trouble for Republicans in the upcoming midterm elections.