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Putin Says Russian Military Not Operating in Ukraine

President Vladimir Putin said Thursday that Russian military forces were not in Ukraine, denying allegations by Ukraine and Western countries that Moscow is providing troops and support for pro-Russian rebels fighting in eastern Ukraine.

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Live Blog: Russia's Vladimir Putin Answers Questions at Annual Call-In

Russian President Vladimir Putin answered 55 questions during this year's call-in, touching upon Russia's relations with the West, the economy, the Mistral...
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U.S. Accuses Russia of Blocking 'Accountability' Over Syria’s Chemical Weapons

The new U.S. envoy to the United Nations took aim at Russia for defending Bashar al-Assad's regime despite its use of chemical weapons.
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Russia Demands Explanation From Facebook Over Blocked Accounts

Facebook disabled over 500 accounts allegedly used in the campaign against pro-Navalny protesters.
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Russia Overturns Doctor’s High-Profile Malpractice Sentence

Yelena Misyurina's conviction for medical negligence sparked national controversy.

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