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n this photo released by the Roscongress Foundation, Russian President Vladimir Putin gestures as he speaks at the plenary session of the Eastern Economic Forum in Vladivostok, Russia, Friday, Sept. 5, 2025. ( Stepan Pugachev/Roscongress Foundation via AP)

Kremlin Downplays Progress After Putin–US Talks, Signaling No Breakthrough on Ukraine

The Kremlin has played down hopes for progress after recent discussions between Russian President Vladimir Putin and senior
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US Gas Prices Hit $4 Amid Iran War

US gas prices have climbed above $4 per gallon for the first time in nearly four years, highlighting the growing economic strain caused by the ongoing Iran war. The national average now
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US Pushes Russia and Ukraine to End War by Summer

The United States is pushing Russia and Ukraine to find a solution to end war before the start of summer. President Volodymyr Zelenskiy revealed this timeline following recent US-brokered talks. Washington has
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