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'Putin does not read Truth Social': Has Trump fuelled a major win for Russia?

SBS News Australia •
October 15, 2026 • 08:55 AM
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The US President appears to have upended months of support for Ukraine, striking a diesel import deal with Vladimir Putin. What does the agreement mean for Ukraine’s fight for survival? And as fears of Russian aggression linger, how is neighbouring Estonia preparing to defend itself? Meanwhile,…

'Putin does not read Truth Social': Has Trump fuelled a major win for Russia?

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