Russia

Russia is a major global power currently engaged in a protracted war with Ukraine, which began approximately four years ago. This conflict is a central focus of international diplomacy, with the U.S. administration, led by President Trump, actively mediating peace talks between Russian and Ukrainian envoys. Recent news highlights the postponement of a second round of trilateral talks after meetings between U.S. and Russian representatives. The conflict's impact on Ukraine is profound, causing widespread trauma and loss. Beyond the Ukraine conflict, Russia is also in the news due to the impending expiration of the New START treaty, the last remaining nuclear arms treaty with the U.S., raising concerns about nuclear weapon deployment restrictions. India's shift from Russian to Venezuelan oil imports, influenced by U.S. sanctions on Iran, also indirectly involves Russia's economic interests.