Yemen, Russia and Ukraine

Yemeni men were forced to fight in Ukraine after being lured to Russia by the promise of citizenship: report
One recruit told the Financial Times that he was forced to sign an enlistment contract that he could not read before being sent to Ukraine.
Russia tricks Yemeni men to fight in Ukraine under Houthi scheme
Russia has begun luring Yemeni men to fight in its war in Ukraine by falsely promising lucrative jobs before forcing them to sign military contracts and then sending them to fight on the front lines.
Russia turns to Yemen for mercenaries: A dangerous new twist in the Ukraine War
In a chilling new development in the Russia-Ukraine conflict, Moscow has reportedly begun recruiting fighters from Yemen to bolster its forces on the frontlines. This follows Russia's previous attempts to source soldiers from North Korea and other impoverished nations.
Russia-Ukraine Escalation Reignites Oil’s War Premium
The end of this year is set to see wild swings in oil prices amid rising geopolitical tensions in the Russia-Ukraine war and the renewed saber-rattling from Vladimir Putin about the potential use of nuclear weapons.
Russia reportedly recruits Yemeni fighters for war in Ukraine
Russia has recruited hundreds of Yemeni mercenaries to fight in Ukraine, the Financial Times reported, as the Kremlin increasingly looks to foreign troops to limit the impact of the war on the domestic population.
War between Ukraine and Russia escalates ahead of Trump's vow to help end the war
Fighting between Russia and Ukraine is escalating ahead of the inauguration of President-elect Donald Trump, who has said he wants to find a way to end the war. More Ukrainian women are joining the military ranks.
Yemeni Fighters Reportedly Join Russia's War in Ukraine
Moscow has previously pulled mercenaries into its war effort in Ukraine and now appears to be recruiting much further afield.
Russia turning to Iran-backed troops for Ukraine war
Chief national security correspondent Jennifer Griffin joins 'Faulkner Focus' to discuss Russia using Iranian-backed troops for Ukraine war.
Russia President Putin offers debt relief to new recruits in Ukraine war push
In a shocking move, Russian President Vladimir Putin has signed a new law offering debt forgiveness to new recruits sent to fight in the Ukraine war.
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Iran and Russia’s Fragile Partnership
Iran and Russia may well draw closer in the coming years, but greater cooperation is not guaranteed. For all it has going for ...
Iran-Russia cooperation reaches new levels
Russia sees it as “all-encompassing.” This is important as a new US administration is coming to office, and there may be new ...
Oil prices ease but remain near 2-week highs on Russia, Iran tensions
Oil prices retreated on Monday following 6% gains last week, but remained near two-week highs as geopolitical tensions grew ...
Student Charged With Spying on US Embassy for Russia, Iran
Police arrested the suspect in his garage after uncovering records of alleged communication with a foreign handler.
Russia could give China submarine tech that would cut into US undersea dominance, US admiral says
Pacific, said Russia could hand China submarine technology, altering the balance of power.
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Hong Kong is becoming ‘critical player’ in ‘authoritarian axis’ with Russia and Iran, US lawmakers say
US lawmakers said Hong Kong is playing an increasing role in money laundering and reported funneling of banned technology to ...
NATO Allies Punish Iran for Russia Support With Vast New Sanctions
The EU and the UK have imposed new sanctions on Iran in response to their continued support of Russia in the war with Ukraine ...
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Air defense, sanctions against Russia and decisive deterrence of “axis of evil” - FM of Ukraine on G7
Ukraine needs more air defense systems, ammunition, tougher sanctions against Russia and decisive steps to contain the Russia ...