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Russia's Oil Boom Fuels Military Operations Amid Conflict Concerns

3/17/2026

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Russian oil revenues have surged by $6 billion to $10 billion, enabling Moscow to sustain military operations despite high casualties.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky warns the U.S.-Israeli conflict in Iran could divert attention and weaken Ukraine's air defense.
Ukrainian officials warn that lifting sanctions on Russian oil could lead to intensified attacks and higher casualties.
They cite a troubling alignment between U.S. President Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin.

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Russian oil revenues have surged by $6 billion to $10 billion, enabling Moscow to sustain military operations despite high casualties.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky warns the U.S.-Israeli conflict in Iran could divert attention and weaken Ukraine's air defense.
Ukrainian officials warn that lifting sanctions on Russian oil could lead to intensified attacks and higher casualties.
They cite a troubling alignment between U.S. President Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin.