Fuel situation still difficult in some Russian regions – agencies cite deputy PM  reut.rs/4wjoaZd  reut.rs/4wjoaZd

— @Reuters Jul 25, 2026

Laura Loomer’s extraordinary about-turn this week – from a provocateur who frequently said she did not care about the Russian invasion to a Ukrainian sympathiser cosying up to Zelensky – is the clearest sign yet that Maga has changed its mind on the war

@connorstringer and  @Barnes_Joe look at why this change has happened ⤵️
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— @Telegraph Jul 25, 2026

The heated debate surrounding Wildberries—whether it was a crime or not, whether it was legitimate or illegitimate, the complaints along the lines of “Why us?” (“We were only selling diapers”) and the appeals to sympathy—is nothing more than an attempt to distract from a simple, obvious fact: After five years of war, during which Russia has sought—and continues to seek, day after day (truly *every single day*)—to literally force Ukraine to its knees, it is simply absurd to debate the legitimacy or illegitimacy of these attacks.

I could cite a million reasons why this is legitimate, but—I repeat—that makes absolutely no difference. What matters is the price of the war—a price Ukraine is trying to drive up massively in order to end the conflict.

The man who instigated all this could literally put an end to it with the snap of his fingers. So let him snap—and do it quickly—while there is still something left.

t.me/voinasordoy/6578

— @jurgen_nauditt Jul 25, 2026

A fire broke out near Russia’s Engels-2 airbase early July 25, with OSINT citing a blaze at a military unit on Engels-1 Street.

Over 1,000 miles away in Yekaterinburg, a drone hit a Wildberries warehouse, alongside reported fires in Rostov.

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— @KyivPost Jul 25, 2026

Ukraine appears to have struck at least 10 Wildberries warehouses across Russia and occupied Ukraine this week. Wildberries = Russia’s Amazon. Ukraine: “We hit logistics, economy and daily life — all at once.”
🔥 Key insights
• Attacks strain Russia’s already stretched air‑defense network • Russian consumers increasingly feel the war • Russian Central Bank cuts rates again to project “stability” • Romania shoots down an unidentified drone • Explosion damages a cargo ship headed for Ukraine • Ukraine continues long‑range strikes on Russian energy & logistics • Russia launched 5 Kh‑59/69 missiles and 180 drones overnight • No confirmed territorial changes on July 24

🎯 Bottom line
Ukraine is targeting Russia’s economic arteries, not just the battlefield. This is the new phase of drone warfare: strategic attrition.
Read full ISW update  #Ukraine  #Russia  #Wildberries  #ISW 🇬🇧

— @jalle51 Jul 25, 2026

#CIA  #DIA  #Mossad
x.com/mikenov/status/2081076…Michael Novakhov (@mikenov) #Ukraine strikes Iranian ships in  #Caspian,  #Iran threatens retaliation
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— Ukrainian President Zelensky announced successful strikes on Russian cargo vessels transporting military supplies to Iran in the Caspian Sea, prompting Iranian propaganda channels to threaten ballistic missile strikes against Ukraine. The incident marks a direct escalation between Ukraine and Iran, with potential implications for broader regional stability.
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— Michael Novakhov (@mikenov) Jul 25, 2026

#Ukraine strikes Iranian ships in  #Caspian,  #Iran threatens retaliation
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— Ukrainian President Zelensky announced successful strikes on Russian cargo vessels transporting military supplies to Iran in the Caspian Sea, prompting Iranian propaganda channels to threaten ballistic missile strikes against Ukraine. The incident marks a direct escalation between Ukraine and Iran, with potential implications for broader regional stability.
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Ukraine Strikes Caspian, Iran Threatens  share.gemini.google/q69Vrk05…

— Michael Novakhov (@mikenov) Jul 25, 2026

🇺🇦👀 If I ran, I would get more than 6% of the vote, but I will not run for president of Ukraine, – Usyk

— @UkrReview Jul 25, 2026

Summary

Recent developments suggest a rapid escalation in Middle East conflicts, with Ukraine’s strikes on Iranian-linked vessels in the Caspian Sea triggering retaliatory threats from Iran. U.S. diplomatic maneuvers under Trump indicate shifting alliances, as Russia and China reportedly pledge to limit arms sales to Iran while simultaneously exploring dollar-based trade with the U.S. These moves may signal a realignment of economic and military partnerships amid heightened regional instability.

Key Stories

Ukraine strikes Iranian ships in Caspian, Iran threatens retaliation — Ukrainian President Zelensky announced successful strikes on Russian cargo vessels transporting military supplies to Iran in the Caspian Sea, prompting Iranian propaganda channels to threaten ballistic missile strikes against Ukraine. The incident marks a direct escalation between Ukraine and Iran, with potential implications for broader regional stability.

U.S. and Iran pause military exchanges amid ongoing negotiations — Iran reported no new U.S. strikes after nearly two weeks of tensions, while both sides confirmed ongoing negotiations over the Strait of Hormuz dispute. Trump’s administration claims progress in talks, though Iran continues to blame the U.S. for the conflict, suggesting fragile diplomatic efforts to de-escalate.

Russia and China pledge to restrict arms sales to Iran, explore dollar trade — Trump revealed that Russia and China have promised to avoid selling weapons to Iran, though skepticism remains about their compliance. Concurrently, Russia signaled willingness to resume dollar-based trade with the U.S., a move that could undermine BRICS currency initiatives and strain its relationship with China.

Houthis target Saudi oil facilities as Yemen conflict expands — Yemen’s Iran-aligned Houthis claimed attacks on Saudi Red Sea oil infrastructure, further complicating regional security dynamics. The strikes highlight the group’s growing military capabilities and its role in broader proxy conflicts involving Iran and Gulf states.

Fuel shortages in Russia amid logistical disruptions — Russian agencies reported persistent fuel difficulties in some regions, citing supply chain challenges. The shortages may reflect broader economic strains from sanctions and military expenditures, though their long-term impact remains unclear.

Ukraine strikes Iranian ships in Caspian, Iran threatens retaliation
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— Michael Novakhov (@mikenov) Jul 25, 2026