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Kursk Incursion: Ukraine to Open Humanitarian Corridors for Fleeing Russian Civilians

French Researcher Back in France After Prisoner Swap With Russia

Laurent Vinatier was serving a three-year jail term in Russia and facing fresh espionage charges that could have seen him sentenced to another 20 years...

For Russia, U.S. Control of Venezuela Brings Reputational Blow but Limited Fallout

Even as Maduro’s capture could further damage Russia’s reputation, experts say the political and economic losses are likely to be limited.

Russia Accuses U.S. of Stoking 'Military-Political Tension' With Tanker Seizure

In a statement, Moscow said the ship was sailing "in accordance to the norms of international law."

Regions Calling: What Will 2026 Bring for Russia’s Regions? This Is What Experts Say

We asked five experts to share which developments in Russia’s regions and ethnic republics they will be watching this year.