Foreign Office expels Russian diplomat in tit-for-tat move after 'spying' row

Starmer's top team arrive at FCDO ahead of Spring budget

Members of Sir Keir Starmer's top team arrive at the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office before heading to a Cabinet meeting in Downing Street ahead of Chancellor Rachel Reeves' Spring budget in the House of Commons. Report by Brooksl. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/itn

Trump Blocks G7 Condemnation of Russia Over Deadly Sumy Missile Strike- WATCH !

The Trump administration has refused to support a G7 statement condemning Russia's missile strike on the Ukrainian city of Sumy. While Moscow claims the attack targeted military commanders, Kyiv says civilians were killed. Here's what we know. #Trump #G7 #RussiaUkraineWar #SumyStrike #Ukraine #Moscow #PeaceTalks #USForeignPolicy #BreakingNews #GeoPolitics Also Read Trump Considers Temporary Exemption from Auto Tariffs to Aid Car Manufacturers Amid Economic Challenges :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/trump-considers-temporary-exemption-auto-tariffs-011-4124041.html?ref=DMDesc Trump Dismisses General Tim Haugh from National Security Agency Amidst Congressional Concerns :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/trump-fires-general-tim-haugh-national-security-agency-011-4115013.html?ref=DMDesc Trump Warns Iran: Strike A Nuclear Deal In Two Months Or Face Unprecedented Bombing :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/trump-warns-iran-strike-a-nuclear-deal-in-two-months-or-face-unprecedented-bombing-4109797.html?ref=DMDesc ~HT.318~GR.124~

Russia- U.S: Lavrov Says Trump's Pragmatic Approach Offers Hope For Russia-U.S Dialogue

Sergey Lavrov, Russia’s Foreign Minister, has praised Donald Trump’s "common-sense" approach to global politics, highlighting the stark contrast with Joe Biden’s policies. Lavrov explained how Moscow sees Trump as a key figure capable of addressing the root causes of the Ukraine conflict. With ongoing negotiations and a focus on mutual interests, Lavrov emphasized Trump’s role in reducing tensions. Despite the adversities, Russia remains open to talks with the U.S. under Trump’s pragmatic leadership. #Lavrov #Trump #RussiaUSRelations #UkraineConflict #Diplomacy #GlobalPolitics #BidenVsTrump #RussiaTalks #CommonSensePolitics #TrumpRussiaRelations #ForeignPolicy #USRussiaDiplomacy #SergeyLavrov #UkraineCrisis #Negotiations #PeaceTalks #GlobalTensions #USRussiaDeal #RussiaUkraineWar #InternationalRelations #RussiaDiplomacy Also Read Trump Considers Temporary Exemption from Auto Tariffs to Aid Car Manufacturers Amid Economic Challenges :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/trump-considers-temporary-exemption-auto-tariffs-011-4124041.html?ref=DMDesc Trump Dismisses General Tim Haugh from National Security Agency Amidst Congressional Concerns :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/trump-fires-general-tim-haugh-national-security-agency-011-4115013.html?ref=DMDesc Trump Warns Iran: Strike A Nuclear Deal In Two Months Or Face Unprecedented Bombing :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/trump-warns-iran-strike-a-nuclear-deal-in-two-months-or-face-unprecedented-bombing-4109797.html?ref=DMDesc ~HT.318~ED.346~

U.S Trade War: Russia Won’t Beg U.S. to Lift Sanctions as Trade Falls 95% Since Peak Says Lavrov

U.S Trade War: Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov declared that Moscow won’t chase the U.S. for sanctions relief, despite bilateral trade plunging 95% from its peak a decade ago. Speaking to Kommersant, Lavrov criticized U.S. sanctions as destructive to globalization, saying they’ve only backfired on the West. He emphasized Russia’s pivot towards Asia and the Global South, and stressed economic independence. Former President Trump recently extended U.S. sanctions, citing national security concerns, while hinting at potential relief tied to the Black Sea Grain Initiative. #RussiaUSRelations #Lavrov #Sanctions #TradeWar #GlobalEconomy #RussiaSanctions #BidenPolicy #Trump #UkraineWar #ForeignPolicy #Geopolitics #RussiaChina #IndiaTrade #GlobalSouth #EconomicShift #Moscow #USSanctions #Putin #BlackSeaGrainDeal #Eurasia Also Read MEA Engages with US Authorities to Clarify Sanctions on Indian Entities Amid Ongoing Concerns :: https://www.oneindia.com/india/in-touch-with-us-authorities-sanctions-indian-entities-011-3976289.html?ref=DMDesc Serbia's President Aleksandar Vucic Thanks Putin for Gas Supplies and Rejects Sanctions Against Russia :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/serbia-president-thanks-putin-gas-supplies-sanctions-011-3965597.html?ref=DMDesc Former Trump Adviser Charged for Work with Sanctioned Russian Network :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/us-charges-dimitri-simes-for-russian-tv-work-sanctions-011-3926945.html?ref=DMDesc ~HT.336~ED.346~

Ukraine Revenge Blitz On Kursk: 115 Deadly Drones Rain Over Kursk To Avenge 34 Killings In Sumy

A Ukrainian drone assault on Russia’s Kursk killed an 85-year-old woman and injured nine others, triggering fires across apartment complexes and damaging infrastructure, including 11 ambulances. Over 20 explosions were reported as the overnight raid shook the border city, prompting evacuations. The attack follows Russia’s deadly strike on Sumy, Ukraine, and highlights escalating cross-border warfare. While both Kyiv and Moscow deny targeting civilians, the ongoing conflict has increasingly impacted residential zones. Ukrainian forces reportedly remain in parts of the Kursk region, despite Russian efforts to reclaim territory. #UkraineRussiaWar #KurskAttack #DroneStrike #RussiaUnderAttack #UkraineStrike #BorderConflict #Kursk #UkraineWar #RussiaNews #WarUpdate #Putin #Zelenskyy #MilitaryStrike #CivilianCasualties #SumyAttack #KurskExplosion #BreakingNews #Geopolitics #UkraineDrone #RussianMissile Also Read Russian Drone Strike Hits Indian Pharma Warehouse In Kyiv, Ukraine Accuses Moscow Of ‘Deliberate Targeting’ :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/russian-drone-strike-hits-indian-pharma-warehouse-in-kyiv-ukraine-accuses-moscow-of-deliberate-tar-4122569.html?ref=DMDesc Ukraine Drone Strike Sparks Huge Blast At Russia’s Nuclear Bomber Base | WATCH :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/ukraine-drone-strike-sparks-huge-blast-at-russia-s-nuclear-bomber-base-watch-4100253.html?ref=DMDesc Russia-Ukraine Truce 'Very Much On Track', Says Trump After Phone Call With Zelenskyy :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/russia-ukraine-truce-very-much-on-track-says-trump-after-phone-call-with-zelenskyy-4099481.html?ref=DMDesc

Trump Envoy Witkoff Meets Putin On Ukraine Peace | Musk, Rubio Defend Witkoff Amid ‘Adavncing Talks’

Trump confidant and peace negotiator Steve Witkoff has sparked global debate after a third visit to Moscow, where he met with Vladimir Putin to discuss Ukraine peace terms. Despite criticism, top figures like Elon Musk and Marco Rubio backed Witkoff’s efforts. Known for orchestrating ceasefires and prisoner swaps, Witkoff has emerged as a central figure in US foreign policy under Trump. He also traveled to Oman for nuclear talks with Iran. Critics claim he’s overstepping, but supporters hail his results-driven diplomacy as groundbreaking and necessary in tense global climates. #SteveWitkoff #PutinMeeting #UkrainePeace #TrumpEnvoy #ElonMusk #MarcoRubio #RussiaUS #MiddleEastDiplomacy #GazaTruce #IranTalks #DOGE #Trump2024 #PeaceTalks #ForeignPolicy #DiplomacyMatters #Geopolitics #USRussia #BackchannelDiplomacy #Ceasefire #PrisonerSwap ~HT.318~ED.346~