Germany says Putin’s possible G20 attendance should be judged by whether Russia first signals seriousness on Ukraine through a ceasefire.
Reports reveal at least 345 executed Ukrainian POWs and widespread torture, highlighting severe war crimes with significant legal and economic consequences amid ongoing conflict.
Russia has repositioned the Northern Fleet destroyer Admiral Levchenko to the Baltic Sea near Germany to protect its maritime shadow fleet amid increased sanctions and tensions.
Russia’s oil and gas revenues in July may exceed last year’s by 60%, driven by higher prices and taxes despite EU sanctions aimed at restricting budget financing.
A recent Insa poll finds 45% of Germans oppose banning the far-right AfD, which leads CDU/CSU by 8%. The divided public opinion reflects broader questions about political isolation and democratic resilience in Germany.
Ukrainian drone attacks on Crimea's infrastructure, including Kerch port and Sevastopol, highlight strategic vulnerabilities and economic implications for the Russian-occupied peninsula.