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Israel faces strained relations with Russia due to its active military campaign against Iran, which is a key strategic partner of Moscow.

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International
Israel: Israel's airstrikes on Iran, alongside the US, contributed to the geopolitical tensions that resulted in the global energy crisis.
Russia: Russia's oil tax revenue is projected to double to $9 billion in April due to the global energy crisis triggered by the US and Israeli attack on Iran, leading to a significant financial windfall.
Apr 09, 2026 · 15 articles
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International
Israel: Israel's forces were kept on the United Nations blacklist for a second year due to 7,188 verified grave violations, including the killing and injury of Palestinian children in Gaza.
Russia: Russia's armed forces were kept on the United Nations blacklist for a third year due to a sharp increase in grave violations against children in Ukraine.
Jun 19, 2025 · 7 articles
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International
Israel: Israel is involved in a war with Iran, which is a central topic of discussion at the BRICS foreign ministers meeting. Its actions are being urged for condemnation by Iran.
Russia: Russia is a BRICS member, and its Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov is expected to attend the meeting, which is dominated by the Iran conflict.
May 13, 2026 · 11 articles
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International
Israel: The U.S.-Israeli war with Iran has disrupted oil supplies from the Gulf, influencing Japan's energy import strategy.
Russia: Russia supplied oil to Japan from its Sakhalin-2 project, which is exempt from global sanctions, providing an alternative source for Japan.
May 02, 2026 · 17 articles
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Israel: Israel is engaged in continued violence with Hezbollah in Lebanon, conducting strikes and maintaining its right to act against threats under the ceasefire terms.
Russia: Russia is hosting Abbas Araghchi and Vladimir Putin has pledged Moscow's support to Iran in bringing the war to a close, emphasizing their strategic relationship.
Apr 26, 2026 · 57 articles
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International
Israel: Israel's participation in the Eurovision Song Contest is under threat due to its war in the Gaza Strip, leading to boycott threats from several European broadcasters and governments.
Russia: Russia was banned from Eurovision after its invasion of Ukraine in 2022, a precedent cited by those advocating for Israel's exclusion.
Sep 12, 2025 · 6 articles
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International
Israel: Israel is struggling to defend against Hezbollah's new fiber-optic drones, which have caused casualties and exposed vulnerabilities in its air defense systems, particularly against less sophisticated threats. The country is actively seeking technological solutions and adapting ground tactics.
Russia: Russia is noted for its use of drones, including Iranian-origin Shahed drones, in Ukraine and its engagement in a technological race with Ukraine, providing context for the evolution of drone warfare.
Apr 30, 2026 · 26 articles
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International
Israel: Israel announced the killing of Izz al-Din al-Haddad, a leader of Hamas' military wing, and is involved in a war in Gaza. Its relationship with the United Arab Emirates has been brought into public view.
Russia: Russia's relations with China have deepened, and its president, Vladimir Putin, is set to visit Beijing. Russia is also involved in a full-scale invasion of Ukraine.
May 16, 2026 · 7 articles
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International
Israel: Israel's offensive in Gaza and potential annexation of the West Bank were criticized by Sergey Lavrov, who stated there is no justification for the killing of Palestinian civilians.
Russia: Russia's Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov stated that Russia does not intend to attack Europe but will respond decisively to any aggression. Russia is also involved in the ongoing war in Ukraine and has been accused of airspace intrusions by NATO members.
Sep 27, 2025 · 6 articles
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Israel: Israel is involved in hostilities with Iran alongside the United States, which is a major topic of discussion at the BRICS meeting.
Russia: Russia's Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has confirmed participation in the BRICS meeting. Russia is a founding member of BRICS.
May 12, 2026 · 6 articles
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Israel: Israel, along with the United States, launched the conflict involving Iran.
Russia: Russia's Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov attended the BRICS meeting and discussed trade, investment, energy, and connectivity with India. Russia has become a significant crude oil supplier to India amidst the conflict involving Iran.
May 14, 2026 · 15 articles
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International
Israel: Two Israeli Embassy staffers were killed in Washington, D.C., leading to hate crime and murder charges against 2025 Capital Jewish Museum shooting, for whom the death penalty is being sought.
Russia: Russia launched a missile attack on Ukraine — Kyiv, resulting in 24 deaths and causing significant damage, marking one of the deadliest attacks in the ongoing war.
May 15, 2026 · 7 articles
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International
Israel: Israel conducted an airstrike in Gaza, killing Hamas military wing leader Izz al-Din al-Haddad.
Russia: Russia was targeted by one of Ukraine's largest drone strikes, resulting in at least four deaths.
May 16, 2026 · 21 articles
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International
Israel: Israel is a partner with the United States in the war against Iran, and its use of French airspace for resupplying American weapons has been denied.
Russia: Russia is mentioned as a potential beneficiary of NATO's weakening, with experts warning that Donald Trump's remarks could encourage Russia to test NATO's Article 5. There are also concerns about the United States' accommodating stance towards Russia.
Apr 01, 2026 · 113 articles
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International
Israel: Israel is a US ally and was involved in the initial strikes against Iran. New fighting between Israel and Hezbollah has also broken out, adding another layer of conflict to the region.
Russia: Russia is a longstanding ally of Iran, with President Vladimir Putin meeting Abbas Araghchi and offering words of support amidst the ongoing tensions.
Apr 27, 2026 · 50 articles
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Domestic
Israel: Israel, through Benjamin Netanyahu, reportedly achieved a historic breakthrough in relations with the United Arab Emirates and sent Iron Dome air-defense weapons to the UAE.
Russia: Russia launched a massive drone attack on Ukraine, killing six people and wounding dozens, despite recent talks of peace.
May 13, 2026 · 18 articles
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Israel: Israel, along with the United States, initiated strikes that led to the Mideast war and Iran's blockade of the Strait of Hormuz.
Russia: Russia, the second-biggest OPEC producer, is struggling to meet its quotas despite high energy prices due to the war in Ukraine.
May 03, 2026 · 19 articles
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International
Israel: Israel is involved in a parallel conflict with Hezbollah in Lebanon, which complicates the US-Iran peace talks. Israel has continued strikes in Lebanon, asserting these operations are not covered by the ceasefire.
Russia: Russia is involved in diplomatic efforts, with its top diplomat meeting Chinese President Xi Jinping and speaking to his Iranian counterpart, and has offered to hold Iran's enriched uranium.
Apr 08, 2026 · 702 articles
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International
Israel: Israel's claim of a secret visit by Benjamin Netanyahu to the United Arab Emirates was denied, adding to regional tensions.
Russia: Russia launched a massive drone and missile attack on Ukraine, causing significant damage and casualties, and straining Ukraine's air defenses.
May 14, 2026 · 19 articles
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International
Israel: Israel is alleged by Sergey Lavrov to be attempting to deepen hostility between Iran and Arab nations, contributing to the root causes of the conflict.
Russia: Russia, through its Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov, proposed India as a mediator and is actively pursuing efforts to reduce tensions between Iran and Arab nations, while also facing impending US sanctions waivers on its oil.
May 15, 2026 · 6 articles
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International
Israel: Israel conducted drone strikes and airstrikes near Lebanon — Beirut and in southern Lebanon, killing several people, despite a ceasefire with Hezbollah.
Russia: Russia marked Victory Day with a scaled-down military parade in Moscow, where Vladimir Putin expressed confidence in victory in Ukraine.
May 09, 2026 · 6 articles
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Israel: Israel's war with Hamas is contributing to economic shockwaves across the Middle East and exacerbating Lebanon's economic crisis.
Russia: Russia launched a massive drone and missile attack on Ukraine, causing significant casualties and damage to infrastructure.
May 15, 2026 · 7 articles
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International
Israel: Israel is mentioned as having launched strikes with the US against Iran, contributing to the conflict's escalation and the hardening of Iran's negotiating stance.
Russia: Russia is a longstanding ally of Iran, with President Vladimir Putin offering words of support to Abbas Araghchi during his visit.
Apr 28, 2026 · 47 articles
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International
Israel: Israel is allied with the United States in the conflict with Iran, having suspended its bombing campaign alongside the U.S. and is part of the proposed non-aggression guarantee.
Russia: Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi visited Russia to strengthen the partnership between the two nations.
Apr 27, 2026 · 49 articles
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International
Israel: Israel has carried out drone strikes and airstrikes in Lebanon, escalating tensions despite a ceasefire with Hezbollah.
Russia: Russia held a scaled-down Victory Day parade, with Vladimir Putin expressing confidence in the conflict in Ukraine.
May 09, 2026 · 11 articles
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International
Israel: Israel was mentioned in discussions between Abbas Araghchi and Vladimir Putin regarding 'war and aggression' in the region.
Russia: Russia affirmed its support for Iran's interests and efforts to restore peace in West Asia during Abbas Araghchi's visit, underscoring its strategic alignment with Iran.
May 06, 2026 · 10 articles
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Israel: The United States-Israel war on Iran contributed to the energy crisis, indirectly affecting India's energy decisions.
Russia: Russia's ability to pivot LNG exports to new markets is limited by India's refusal to buy sanctioned LNG, despite seeking long-term deals for LNG and fertilizers.
May 12, 2026 · 6 articles
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International
Israel: Israel launched the war with the United States against Iran.
Russia: Russia is a destination for Iranian diplomatic efforts, with Abbas Araghchi scheduled to meet with Russian officials, including potentially Vladimir Putin.
Apr 26, 2026 · 17 articles
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Israel: Israel is engaged in a war with Iran and the United States, contributing to the Middle East conflict and its economic fallout.
Russia: The G7 finance ministers pledged to keep up pressure on Russia, though its war on Ukraine was more muted in discussions compared to the Middle East conflict.
Apr 02, 2026 · 45 articles
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Israel: The United Arab Emirates has strengthened its relationship with Israel, formalized under the Abraham Accords, viewing it as a strategic lever for regional influence and a unique channel to Washington, especially after coming under attack during the Iran war.
Russia: Russia is mentioned as a major oil producer alongside Saudi Arabia, accused of dictating and manipulating OPEC+ decisions to advance its own interests, which contributed to the United Arab Emirates' dissatisfaction with the cartel.
Apr 28, 2026 · 222 articles
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