← March 15, 2026 briefing
Russia Exploits Iran War as Ukraine Peace Talks Stall
Politics

Russia Exploits Iran War as Ukraine Peace Talks Stall

Zelensky has accused Russia of using the world's distraction over Iran to intensify attacks on Ukraine, with overnight strikes killing at least five people and depleting Ukrainian air-defence missile stocks. The US has paused ceasefire mediation between Kyiv and Moscow, and the EU has simultaneously renewed sanctions on Russia while criticising Washington for lifting restrictions on Russian oil exports.

Sources
Mar 14

Russian strike on Kyiv region kills 4 and wounds 15, with peace talks stalled

NPR · 3:35 PM

Mar 15

Iran war live: Trump urges allies to keep Hormuz open amid Gulf attacks

Al Jazeera · 12:00 AM

More from today's briefing

Trump Threatens More Iran Strikes, Seeks Naval Coalition
World

Trump Threatens More Iran Strikes, Seeks Naval Coalition

Gulf Crisis Delivers $63bn Windfall to US Oil Producers
Economy

Gulf Crisis Delivers $63bn Windfall to US Oil Producers

FCC Threatens Broadcasters Over Iran War Coverage
Politics

FCC Threatens Broadcasters Over Iran War Coverage

World

Pakistan Strikes Afghan Base as Taliban Conflict Escalates