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Founded in the 12th century, the Principality of Muscovy, was able to emerge from over 200 years of Mongol domination (13th-15th centuries) and to gradually conquer and absorb surrounding principalities. In the early 17th century, a new Romanov Dynasty continued this policy of expansion across Siberia to the Pacific. Under PETER I (ruled 1682-1725), hegemony was extended to the Baltic Sea and the country was renamed the Russian Empire. During the 19th century, more territorial acquisitions were made in Europe and Asia. Defeat in the Russo-Japanese War of 1904-05 contributed to the Revolution of 1905, which resulted in the formation of a parliament and other reforms. Repeated devastating defeats of the Russian army in World War I led to widespread rioting in the major cities of the Russian Empire and to the overthrow in 1917 of the imperial household. The Communists under Vladimir LENIN seized power soon after and formed the USSR. The brutal rule of Iosif STALIN (1928-53) strengthened Communist rule and Russian dominance of the Soviet Union at a cost of tens of millions of lives. The Soviet economy and society stagnated in the following decades until General Secretary Mikhail GORBACHEV (1985-91) introduced glasnost (openness) and perestroika (restructuring) in an attempt to modernize Communism, but his initiatives inadvertently released forces that by December 1991 splintered the USSR into Russia and 14 other independent republics. Since then, Russia has shifted its post-Soviet democratic ambitions in favor of a centralized semi-authoritarian state whose legitimacy is buttressed, in part, by carefully managed national elections, former President PUTIN's genuine popularity, and the prudent management of Russia's windfall energy wealth. Russia has severely disabled a Chechen rebel movement, although violence still occurs throughout the North Caucasus.

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India Will Buy Russian Oil Despite Trump’s Threats, Officials Say - The New York TimesIndia Will Buy Russian Oil Despite Trump’s Threats, Officials Say  The New York Times

Who Rules Under Oceans? US vs Russia Submarine Strength - NDTVWho Rules Under Oceans? US vs Russia Submarine Strength  NDTV

India's state refiners halt Russian oil purchases: Report - Hindustan TimesIndia's state refiners halt Russian oil purchases: Report  Hindustan Times

'Fire vs lamp': China torches US for hypocrisy; 'why can you trade with Russia but not us?' - Times of India'Fire vs lamp': China torches US for hypocrisy; 'why can you trade with Russia but not us?'  Times of India

Ukraine drone attacks kill three in Russia, cause fire at oil refinery - Al JazeeraUkraine drone attacks kill three in Russia, cause fire at oil refinery  Al Jazeera

Ukraine war briefing: death toll from Kyiv strike rises to 31 as Russia accelerates military advance - theguardian.comUkraine war briefing: death toll from Kyiv strike rises to 31 as Russia accelerates military advance  theguardian.com

Putin says Russia’s hypersonic missile has entered service and will be deployed in Belarus - CNNPutin says Russia’s hypersonic missile has entered service and will be deployed in Belarus  CNN

India will continue to buy Russian oil, government sources say - ReutersIndia will continue to buy Russian oil, government sources say  Reuters

Trump says he moved two nuclear submarines after Russia's Medvedev warns U.S. - CNBCTrump says he moved two nuclear submarines after Russia's Medvedev warns U.S.  CNBC

Good step: Trump welcomes reports of India possibly halting Russian oil imports - India TodayGood step: Trump welcomes reports of India possibly halting Russian oil imports  India Today

India to still buy oil from Russia despite Trump threats, say officials - theguardian.comIndia to still buy oil from Russia despite Trump threats, say officials  theguardian.com

Crude Politics: Inside India-Russia Oil Ties Amid Trump's Tariff Tantrum - NDTVCrude Politics: Inside India-Russia Oil Ties Amid Trump's Tariff Tantrum  NDTV

India Says Russia Ties ‘Time-Tested’ as Trump Slams Relationship - Bloomberg.comIndia Says Russia Ties ‘Time-Tested’ as Trump Slams Relationship  Bloomberg.com

India continuing to buy oil from Russia: Report rebuts Donald Trump's 'good steps' claim; decision guided - Times of IndiaIndia continuing to buy oil from Russia: Report rebuts Donald Trump's 'good steps' claim; decision guided  Times of India

Donald Trump vs Russia's Medvedev: Why is US deploying nuclear submarines? - Hindustan Times - Hindustan TimesDonald Trump vs Russia's Medvedev: Why is US deploying nuclear submarines? - Hindustan Times  Hindustan Times

Steve Rosenberg: Russia is staying quiet on Trump's nuclear move - BBCSteve Rosenberg: Russia is staying quiet on Trump's nuclear move  BBC

Has India stopped buying Russian oil? Donald Trump reacts to reports, calls it 'good step'- Watch - Times of IndiaHas India stopped buying Russian oil? Donald Trump reacts to reports, calls it 'good step'- Watch  Times of India

India will buy Russian oil despite Trump's threats, NYT reports - ReutersIndia will buy Russian oil despite Trump's threats, NYT reports  Reuters

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,255 - Al JazeeraRussia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,255  Al Jazeera

Donald Trump 'heard' India may stop buying oil from Russia: ‘Good step’ - Hindustan TimesDonald Trump 'heard' India may stop buying oil from Russia: ‘Good step’  Hindustan Times

"In World's Oceans...": Russian Lawmaker On Trump Nuclear Submarine Move - NDTV"In World's Oceans...": Russian Lawmaker On Trump Nuclear Submarine Move  NDTV

Threats to India have exposed US as unreliable partner: Russia - Times of IndiaThreats to India have exposed US as unreliable partner: Russia  Times of India

Trump orders nuclear submarines moved after Russian 'provocative statements' - ReutersTrump orders nuclear submarines moved after Russian 'provocative statements'  Reuters

Trump Cites Reports On India Halting Russian Oil Imports, Sources Counter - NDTVTrump Cites Reports On India Halting Russian Oil Imports, Sources Counter  NDTV

After 'Dead Hand' Threat, Trump Moves Two Nuclear Submarines Near Russia - NDTVAfter 'Dead Hand' Threat, Trump Moves Two Nuclear Submarines Near Russia  NDTV

US-Russia-India tensions could spark crude oil prices to touch $80 per barrel - The Economic TimesUS-Russia-India tensions could spark crude oil prices to touch $80 per barrel  The Economic Times

Hit by EU sanctions! Russia-backed Nayara Energy looks at India’s state-run oil companies to offload petr - Times of IndiaHit by EU sanctions! Russia-backed Nayara Energy looks at India’s state-run oil companies to offload petr  Times of India

Day After US' 'Buying Russian Oil' Tantrum, Government's Calm Reply - NDTVDay After US' 'Buying Russian Oil' Tantrum, Government's Calm Reply  NDTV

'Ties with Russia time-tested': India brushes off Trump's penalty threat on energy imports - Times of India'Ties with Russia time-tested': India brushes off Trump's penalty threat on energy imports  Times of India

Trump sends nuclear submarines near Russia after Putin aide's 'dead hand' threat - India TodayTrump sends nuclear submarines near Russia after Putin aide's 'dead hand' threat  India Today

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,254 - Al JazeeraRussia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,254  Al Jazeera

Indian fuel exports escape Trump's tariff net, no Russian penalty yet - The HinduIndian fuel exports escape Trump's tariff net, no Russian penalty yet  The Hindu

India reportedly halting Russian oil would be 'a good step', says Trump, as New Delhi defends energy secur - The Economic TimesIndia reportedly halting Russian oil would be 'a good step', says Trump, as New Delhi defends energy secur  The Economic Times

US Vs Russia Submarine Power: As Trump Deploys Nuclear Subs, Who Really Rules The Depths? - News18US Vs Russia Submarine Power: As Trump Deploys Nuclear Subs, Who Really Rules The Depths?  News18

Russia oil imports "a point of irritation" in India-US ties, says Rubio - BBCRussia oil imports "a point of irritation" in India-US ties, says Rubio  BBC

"India An Ally, But Can't Align 100% Of Time": US On Trump Tariffs - NDTV"India An Ally, But Can't Align 100% Of Time": US On Trump Tariffs  NDTV

6.2 Magnitude Quake Hits Russia's Kuril Islands Days After Massive Tremor - NDTV6.2 Magnitude Quake Hits Russia's Kuril Islands Days After Massive Tremor  NDTV

How Moscow Might Respond If Trump Stops Russian Oil To India - NDTVHow Moscow Might Respond If Trump Stops Russian Oil To India  NDTV

"India, Russia Can Take Their Dead Economies Down Together": Donald Trump - NDTV"India, Russia Can Take Their Dead Economies Down Together": Donald Trump  NDTV

Trump moves nuclear submarines after ex-Russian president's comments - BBCTrump moves nuclear submarines after ex-Russian president's comments  BBC

Newspaper headlines: 'Trump sends nuclear subs to Russia' and 'holiday hell' - BBCNewspaper headlines: 'Trump sends nuclear subs to Russia' and 'holiday hell'  BBC

Trump moves US nuclear submarines closer to Russia after Medvedev’s ‘foolish and inflammatory’ remarks - The Indian ExpressTrump moves US nuclear submarines closer to Russia after Medvedev’s ‘foolish and inflammatory’ remarks  The Indian Express

Ukrainian Drone Strikes Kill 3 in Russia's Penza, Samara, Rostov Regions - The Moscow TimesUkrainian Drone Strikes Kill 3 in Russia's Penza, Samara, Rostov Regions  The Moscow Times

After Trump's 'Dead Economies' Remark, Russian Official's 'Dead Hand' Warning - NDTVAfter Trump's 'Dead Economies' Remark, Russian Official's 'Dead Hand' Warning  NDTV

Ukraine updates: Trump deploys nuclear subs in Russia row - DWUkraine updates: Trump deploys nuclear subs in Russia row  DW

Trump orders nuclear submarines to reposition amid war of words with Russia - Al JazeeraTrump orders nuclear submarines to reposition amid war of words with Russia  Al Jazeera

Government denies oil companies told to look outside Russia - Times of IndiaGovernment denies oil companies told to look outside Russia  Times of India

Oil at $80? Rising US-Russia tensions threaten global supply, spark brent crude price surge forecast - MoneycontrolOil at $80? Rising US-Russia tensions threaten global supply, spark brent crude price surge forecast  Moneycontrol

Indian oil firms have not halted Russian crude imports: Government sources counter Trump’s remark - MoneycontrolIndian oil firms have not halted Russian crude imports: Government sources counter Trump’s remark  Moneycontrol

Indian oil refiners continue to source oil from Russia, says report: ‘Global oil prices could have surged if…’ - MintIndian oil refiners continue to source oil from Russia, says report: ‘Global oil prices could have surged if…’  Mint

'Highly provocative': US deploys two nuclear subs; Trump warns ex-Russian president Medvedev of 'unintend - Times of India'Highly provocative': US deploys two nuclear subs; Trump warns ex-Russian president Medvedev of 'unintend  Times of India

Trump says US deploying nuclear submarines in response to 'provocative' Russian comments - The Economic TimesTrump says US deploying nuclear submarines in response to 'provocative' Russian comments  The Economic Times

Russia not worried over Trump's nuke submarines threat? Lawmaker urges ‘agreement’ to stop World War 3 talks - MintRussia not worried over Trump's nuke submarines threat? Lawmaker urges ‘agreement’ to stop World War 3 talks  Mint

Russian Oil Tankers Idle Off India as Sanctions and U.S. Tariff Threats Disrupt Trade - The Moscow TimesRussian Oil Tankers Idle Off India as Sanctions and U.S. Tariff Threats Disrupt Trade  The Moscow Times

‘India has not been a great global actor’: Donald Trump administration fires fresh salvo after 25% tariff - Times of India‘India has not been a great global actor’: Donald Trump administration fires fresh salvo after 25% tariff  Times of India

Ukraine live: Trump moves nuclear submarines near Russia after Putin aide’s threats - The IndependentUkraine live: Trump moves nuclear submarines near Russia after Putin aide’s threats  The Independent

Russia’s actions in Ukraine ‘disgusting’, says Trump - Al JazeeraRussia’s actions in Ukraine ‘disgusting’, says Trump  Al Jazeera

Trump Escalates Nuclear Brinksmanship With Russia Over Social Media Spat - Time MagazineTrump Escalates Nuclear Brinksmanship With Russia Over Social Media Spat  Time Magazine

Secondary tariffs on Russian oil buyers: A new shockwave for global energy markets - The Economic TimesSecondary tariffs on Russian oil buyers: A new shockwave for global energy markets  The Economic Times

How Moscow might respond if Trump stops Russian oil to India - ReutersHow Moscow might respond if Trump stops Russian oil to India  Reuters

Putin not swayed by Trump's Ukraine war ultimatum - BBCPutin not swayed by Trump's Ukraine war ultimatum  BBC

India to stop buying oil from Russia after US ‘penalty’? Donald Trump says… - MintIndia to stop buying oil from Russia after US ‘penalty’? Donald Trump says…  Mint

Russian Offensive Campaign Assessment, August 1, 2025 - Institute for the Study of WarRussian Offensive Campaign Assessment, August 1, 2025  Institute for the Study of War

Millions of Ukrainians abroad hope to return home once Russia's invasion ends - NPRMillions of Ukrainians abroad hope to return home once Russia's invasion ends  NPR

Trump sells the EU more energy and protection, muscling Russia out - Al JazeeraTrump sells the EU more energy and protection, muscling Russia out  Al Jazeera

Have no reports of Indian oil firms halting Russian imports: Government sources - India TodayHave no reports of Indian oil firms halting Russian imports: Government sources  India Today

How India Became One of the Biggest Buyers of Russian Oil - The New York TimesHow India Became One of the Biggest Buyers of Russian Oil  The New York Times

Trump Deploys Nuclear Submarines Near Russia After Medvedev’s Threats - Deccan HeraldTrump Deploys Nuclear Submarines Near Russia After Medvedev’s Threats  Deccan Herald

Updates: Tsunami waves hit Russia, US, Japan after magnitude 8.8 quake - Al JazeeraUpdates: Tsunami waves hit Russia, US, Japan after magnitude 8.8 quake  Al Jazeera

No Reports Of Indian Companies Halting Russian Oil Imports, Sources Say After Trumps Claim - NDTV ProfitNo Reports Of Indian Companies Halting Russian Oil Imports, Sources Say After Trumps Claim  NDTV Profit

Waves reach US west coast after Russian earthquake as Japan lifts tsunami warnings - BBCWaves reach US west coast after Russian earthquake as Japan lifts tsunami warnings  BBC

Exclusive: US sanctions force vessels with Russian oil to divert from India, sources say - ReutersExclusive: US sanctions force vessels with Russian oil to divert from India, sources say  Reuters

Ukrainian drones target Shahed storage site, industrial facilities in Russia, military claims - The Kyiv IndependentUkrainian drones target Shahed storage site, industrial facilities in Russia, military claims  The Kyiv Independent

Ukraine live: Trump moves nuclear submarines near Russia after Putin aide’s threats - The IndependentUkraine live: Trump moves nuclear submarines near Russia after Putin aide’s threats  The Independent

Trump moves nuclear submarines after ex-Russia president’s menacing tweet - theguardian.comTrump moves nuclear submarines after ex-Russia president’s menacing tweet  theguardian.com

US and Europe See Putin Reining In Russia’s Unruly Hybrid War - Bloomberg.comUS and Europe See Putin Reining In Russia’s Unruly Hybrid War  Bloomberg.com

Lashing Out Over Russia and Jobs Data, Trump Displays His Volatile Side - The New York TimesLashing Out Over Russia and Jobs Data, Trump Displays His Volatile Side  The New York Times

Opinion | Trump’s Nuclear Submarine Message to Russia - The Wall Street JournalOpinion | Trump’s Nuclear Submarine Message to Russia  The Wall Street Journal

Exclusive: Indian state refiners pause Russian oil purchases, sources say - ReutersExclusive: Indian state refiners pause Russian oil purchases, sources say  Reuters

Donald Trump slams India and Russia as ‘dead economies’ after tariff stand-off - Financial TimesDonald Trump slams India and Russia as ‘dead economies’ after tariff stand-off  Financial Times

Kyiv toll rises to 28 as wave of Russian strikes defies Trump ceasefire demand - BBCKyiv toll rises to 28 as wave of Russian strikes defies Trump ceasefire demand  BBC

Russia claims it captured key Ukrainian town as ground offensive gathers pace - CNNRussia claims it captured key Ukrainian town as ground offensive gathers pace  CNN

Unrelated & AI-generated visuals linked to 8.8 magnitude earthquake in Russia's Kamchatka - Alt NewsUnrelated & AI-generated visuals linked to 8.8 magnitude earthquake in Russia's Kamchatka  Alt News

US deploying nuclear submarines in response to ‘provocative’ comments by former Russian president: Trump | World News - Hindustan Times - Hindustan TimesUS deploying nuclear submarines in response to ‘provocative’ comments by former Russian president: Trump | World News - Hindustan Times  Hindustan Times

Earthquake today: Triple earthquakes jolt Europe's most populous country — Russia, ‘tsunami’ alert issued - MintEarthquake today: Triple earthquakes jolt Europe's most populous country — Russia, ‘tsunami’ alert issued  Mint

US-India relations fray over Donald Trump’s tariff invective and Russian oil - Financial TimesUS-India relations fray over Donald Trump’s tariff invective and Russian oil  Financial Times

U.S. deploying nuclear submarines in response to ‘provocative’ Russian comments: Trump - The HinduU.S. deploying nuclear submarines in response to ‘provocative’ Russian comments: Trump  The Hindu

As search efforts conclude, Russia's attack on Kyiv becomes most deadly on capital this year with 31 civilians killed - The Kyiv IndependentAs search efforts conclude, Russia's attack on Kyiv becomes most deadly on capital this year with 31 civilians killed  The Kyiv Independent

Ukraine reports 25 killed as Russia hits prison and hospital - BBCUkraine reports 25 killed as Russia hits prison and hospital  BBC

Russia’s summer offensive is turning into an escalating crisis for Ukraine - CNNRussia’s summer offensive is turning into an escalating crisis for Ukraine  CNN

Ukraine: Zelensky demands sanctions after Russia strikes kill 33 in Kyiv - BBCUkraine: Zelensky demands sanctions after Russia strikes kill 33 in Kyiv  BBC

Russia hits Ukrainian training unit, killing and wounding servicemen - BBCRussia hits Ukrainian training unit, killing and wounding servicemen  BBC

Trump says he 'heard' India is no longer going to buy oil from Russia, calls it 'good step' - CNBC TV18Trump says he 'heard' India is no longer going to buy oil from Russia, calls it 'good step'  CNBC TV18

What we know as tsunami alerts issued after massive Russia earthquake - BBCWhat we know as tsunami alerts issued after massive Russia earthquake  BBC

Trump says he repositioned nuclear subs in veiled threat to Russia - The Washington PostTrump says he repositioned nuclear subs in veiled threat to Russia  The Washington Post

Putin Praises Troop Advances, Says Russia Ramping Up Missile Output Despite Trump’s Peace Demand - The Moscow TimesPutin Praises Troop Advances, Says Russia Ramping Up Missile Output Despite Trump’s Peace Demand  The Moscow Times

Russia Plans Largest Rearmament Program Since Cold War, Intelligence Chief Says - UNITED24 MediaRussia Plans Largest Rearmament Program Since Cold War, Intelligence Chief Says  UNITED24 Media

Watch: Major earthquake off Russia triggers widespread tsunami warnings - BBCWatch: Major earthquake off Russia triggers widespread tsunami warnings  BBC

Putin, facing Trump deadline, signals no change in Russia's stance on Ukraine - ReutersPutin, facing Trump deadline, signals no change in Russia's stance on Ukraine  Reuters

Trump says he will reposition nuclear submarines after ‘provocative’ Russian comments - Financial TimesTrump says he will reposition nuclear submarines after ‘provocative’ Russian comments  Financial Times