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Ukraine Strikes Russian Energy Hubs with Missiles and Drones

A n artilleryman of the 44th Separate Artillery Brigade, named after Hetman Danylo Apostol, of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, carries a cartridge as he prepares to fire a M777 Howitzer towards Russian troops. On December 25, 2025 , Ukraine launched a coordinated assault on Russian energy infrastructure, deploying Storm Shadow cruise missiles alongside long-range drones . According to the Ukrainian General Staff, the strikes hit the Novoshakhtinsk oil refinery in Russia’s Rostov region, one of southern Russia’s largest suppliers of diesel and jet fuel for the military. Multiple explosions were reported, and the facility was forced offline. In addition to the refinery, Ukraine’s Security Service (SBU) confirmed drone attacks on facilities in Temryuk and Orenburg . Fuel tanks in Temryuk caught fire, while a gas processing plant in Orenburg was shut down, further disrupting Russia’s energy output. Ukrainian officials stated that these operations are designed to undermine Russia’s milit...

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China's Strategic Outreach Amid Escalating Tariff Wars

As the United States, under President Donald Trump, intensifies its tariff policies, China has embarked on a diplomatic campaign to rally international support. Facing heightened tariffs on Chinese imports, Beijing has retaliated with its own measures, sparking a trade war that has disrupted global markets. 

China's strategy has focused on strengthening ties with Europe and Southeast Asia. Premier Li Qiang's discussions with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and Commerce Minister Wang Wentao's engagement with ASEAN nations highlight China's efforts to counteract the economic strain. Despite these initiatives, not all nations are eager to align with China, reflecting the complexities of global trade dynamics.

This unfolding scenario underscores the intricate interplay of economic policies and international relations, with far-reaching implications for global stability and cooperation.

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