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Russia Urges HIV Testing for One-Third of Population as Cases Rise

Russia faces one of the highest HIV prevalence rates in Europe, with infections continuing to climb despite record screening levels.

At Least 5 Killed After Gunman Opens Fire in Ukrainian Capital

At least 10 people were hospitalized with wounds and trauma after the shooting, which took place in a residential district.

Russia-Appointed Official in Occupied Kherson Holds Talks with North Korean Envoy

The sides explored possible collaboration in agriculture and humanitarian initiatives, as well as culture, sports and education.

U.S. Extends Sanctions Waiver on Purchases of Russian Oil

The license comes two days after Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said that Washington would not renew the waiver.

Russian Stocks Slip After Iran Says Strait of Hormuz ‘Completely Open’ for Duration of Ceasefire

Rosneft shares fell by more than 4%, while Gazprom Neft dropped nearly 3%. Lukoil and Tatneft both saw declines of more than 2%.

Leningrad Region Asks Veterans to Join New Air Defense Units After Drones Smash Oil Export Terminals

Ukraine has launched an increasing number of attacks on critical oil and export infrastructure in the region since mid-March.

Czech Foreign Ministry Summons Russian Ambassador Over Russian Military Threats

Dmitry Medvedev, Russia’s former president and current Security Council deputy chairman, had earlier said that production facilities in the Czech Republic...

Communities in Dagestan Remain Isolated After Floods

The floods, triggered by two waves of heavy rainfall in late March and early April, killed at least seven people and displaced more than 6,200.

Ukrainian Drone Strike Kills 1 in Belgorod Region

Local authorities said the person was riding on a motorcycle near the border with northeastern Ukraine.

‘The People Are Afraid of You’: In Rare Appeals, Celebrities Ask Putin to Address Russians’ Suffering

The appeals began when blogger and influencer Viktoria Bonya called on Putin to address mounting social and economic pressures in a now-viral video.

Regions Calling: ‘Pain and Bitterness’ for Russia’s Buddhists

Unpacking the recent police raid on a Tibetan Buddhist festival in Moscow — and what the southern republic of Kalmykia has to do with it.

Belgorod Governor Says He’s Taking a Vacation as Rumors of His Resignation Swirl

Russian media began reporting last week that the Kremlin may replace Gladkov with an army general who fought in Ukraine.

Viral Video in Russia Calls on IT Workers to Resist Internet Controls

In the video, a man identifying himself as Dmitry urges others working in the tech sector not to “build an iron curtain for ourselves with our own hands...

Luhansk Court Jails Polish Man 13 Years for Fighting for Ukraine

The 47-year-old, identified as Krzysztof Flaczek, was captured in November 2024 near the city of Chasiv Yar, Russia's Prosecutor General's Office said...

Russia Resumes Daytime Flights to Israel

Under the new guidance, which remains in effect until at least May 15, Russian carriers can operate flights to Israeli airports between 7 a.m. and 1 a...

Novaya Gazeta’s Dmitry Muratov: ‘Cruelty Has Become a Form of Patriotism’

The Nobel Peace Prize winner continues to reside in Moscow despite mounting pressure and attacks on him and his newspaper.

Smoke Plume Rises Above Krasnodar Oil Depot After Ukraine and Russia Trade Deadly Barrages

Authorities in Krasnodar said a woman and a teenage girl were killed in a Ukrainian drone attack on the port town of Tuapse.

Russian Central Bank Governor Warns of Unprecedented Labor Shortage

“This is a new reality for the government and for business alike,” Elvira Nabiullina said at an economic forum in Moscow.

White House Says It Will Not Renew Russian Oil Sanctions Waiver

U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent defended the temporary waiver, arguing it prevented a more significant price spike that would have further increased...

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