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Trump Sees Eye-to-Eye With Russia on Crimea’s Status, Kremlin Says

Trump wrote on social media Wednesday that Crimea was “not even a point of discussion” in ongoing peace talks and said the peninsula was “lost years...

NATO Jets Intercept Russian Reconnaissance Plane Over Baltic Sea

The Swedish jets, operating out of Malbork, Poland, identified the aircraft as a Russian IL-20.

Lithuania’s Capital City Unveils War Evacuation Plan Amid Fears of Russian Aggression

The plan outlines three primary evacuation routes heading west, “as the enemy has historically come from the east,” Vilnius Mayor Valdas Benkunskas...

At Least 9 Killed in Russian Drone Strike on Bus in Southern Ukraine

The attack, which targeted a bus transporting workers, took place in the southeastern city of Marhanets, Ukrainian authorities said.

Zurab Tsereteli, Sculptor of Grand Monuments and Putin Admirer, Dies at 91

Born and trained in Tbilisi, Tsereteli rose to prominence in the 1960s, designing resort complexes in Soviet Georgia.

Russian Hackers Targeted Dutch Public Facility, Intelligence Agency Says

The Dutch military intelligence agency did not name the targeted facility, but said the cyberattack ultimately caused no damage.

Left-Wing Activist Sergei Udaltsov Pleads Not Guilty During Trial for ‘Justifying Terrorism’

Udaltsov previously said he is accused of expressing support online for Marxist activists charged with forming a “terrorist group” in the city of Ufa...

Soyuz Spacecraft Brings Joint Russian-American Crew Home From ISS

The crew spent 220 days in space after traveling to the International Space Station in September last year.

Russian Attacks Ongoing Despite Putin’s Easter Truce, Says Zelensky

Zelensky accused Russia of violating the truce just hours after the order was meant to have come into effect, with air-raid sirens sounding in Kyiv.

Russian Air Attacks in Northeastern Ukraine Kill 2, Injure Dozens

Kharkiv Mayor Ihor Terekhov said that overnight strikes on his city appear to have been carried out using ballistic missiles with cluster munitions.

Zelensky Urges Pressure on Russia to End War

At least 12 people were reported killed and dozens wounded Thursday as Russia pounded Ukraine with drone strikes and shells.

Moscow Refuses to Say Whether Energy Strike Moratorium Will Be Extended

Putin ordered a temporary halt in attacks on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure last month, but Kyiv has accused Moscow of violating the pause multiple...

Russia Says It’s Ready to Help Mediate U.S.-Iran Nuclear Talks

Russia has issued multiple appeals for de-escalation in recent weeks after U.S. President Donald Trump appeared to threaten Iran with military action.

Russian Attacks on Kherson Kill At Least 1, Ukrainian Officials Say

Kherson region Governor Oleksandr Prokudin said Russian attacks had continued as rescue workers arrived at the scene where a man was killed.

St. Petersburg Woman Jailed Over Army Criticism After Neighbor’s Denunciation

Aleksandrova, 47, was arrested for pseudonymous posts she made on social media, after her neighbor reportedly denounced her.

Iranian Foreign Minister to Visit Moscow This Week to Discuss U.S. Nuclear Talks

An Iranian spokesman said the trip was "pre-planned" and would be "an opportunity to discuss the latest developments related to the Muscat talks."

Trump Envoy Suggests Allied Zones of Control in Ukraine

Keith Kellogg, U.S. President Donald Trump's Special Envoy to Ukraine, suggested British and French troops could adopt zones of control in the country...

U.K. Jails Russian Ex-Minister in First Sanctions Breach Case

Dmitrii Ovsiannikov was found guilty earlier this week of six counts of sanctions evasion related to his role in Russian-occupied Crimea.

French Researcher Jailed in Russia Transferred to Penal Colony, Family Says

Laurent Vinatier’s relatives said a lawyer informed them that he had been moved from Moscow to a transit colony in Tula.

Zelensky Accuses Moscow of Dragging Beijing Into Ukraine War Amid Chinese Recruitment Claims

The Ukrainian leader accused Russia of “overtly involving” Chinese citizens in the conflict and alleged that “Beijing is aware of this.”

Russia Expels Romanian Military Attache in Tit-for-Tat Move

Bucharest said last month that it would expel two Russian diplomats over allegations of “interference” in the country’s politics.

Trump Tariffs Show Disregard for International Norms, Russia Says

Russian officials have begun voicing concern, particularly over falling oil prices — a key source of state revenue — since the tariff hikes were announced...

Moscow Summons French Ambassador Over Detention of Diplomat in Paris

Russia’s Foreign Ministry said French border police briefly detained one of its employees on Sunday at Charles de Gaulle Airport.

Beijing Rejects Zelensky’s Claim ‘Many’ Chinese Citizens Fighting for Russia

China’s Foreign Ministry insisted that the government has “always asked its citizens to stay away from areas of armed conflict.”

Russian Central Bank Warns Falling Oil Prices Could Squeeze Budget

“The risks are there,” Central Bank chief Elvira Nabiullina told lawmakers, adding that Russia “always prepares for such risks.”

Zelensky Says Ukrainian Troops Captured Chinese Nationals Fighting for Russia

Zelensky said Ukraine had evidence that “many more Chinese citizens” were fighting for Russia and would seek an explanation from Beijing.

Russian Troops Retake One of Last Ukrainian Footholds in Kursk Region, Army Says

Russia's Defense Ministry said its troops retook control of the village of Guyevo, located near the Ukrainian border and south of Sudzha.

Soyuz Rocket Blasts Off to Space With Russian Cosmonauts, NASA Astronaut

Onboard the MS-27 craft are Russian cosmonauts Sergey Ryzhikov and Alexey Zubritsky, as well as NASA astronaut Jonny Kim.

Zelensky Confirms Ukrainian Troop Presence in Russia’s Belgorod Region

It is the first time since Russia’s full-scale invasion that Zelensky has explicitly acknowledged Ukrainian operations in Belgorod.

Kremlin Says Putin Still Supports Ukraine Truce, But Questions Remain

Top spokesman Dmitry Peskov blamed the lack of progress in negotiations on what he called "the Kyiv regime's uncontrollability."

Russian Court Reduces Sentence for Jailed U.S. Army Soldier

An appeals court in the Far East city of Vladivostok reduced U.S. Army Staff Sergeant Gordon Black's prison sentence by seven months.

Ovechkin Scores 895th Goal to Clinch All-Time NHL Record

The 39-year-old Russian icon smashed in a long-range shot with 12:34 remaining in the second period to spark wild celebrations at the UBS Arena.

U.K. Finds Underwater Suspected Russian Nuke Spy Sensors – Report

"There should be no doubt, there is a war raging in the Atlantic," a senior British military figure told the Sunday Times.

Russian Envoy Says Next Russia-U.S. Contact Could Be ‘Next Week'

Kirill Dmitriev visited Washington last week — the most senior Russian official to do so since Russia launched its war in Ukraine.

Russia Says Captured Village in Ukraine’s Sumy Border Region

Ukraine says its troops have been pushing back attempts by Russian forces to advance into the country.

Missile Strike on Kyiv Kills 1 Amid ‘Massive’ Attack

The strike on the Ukrainian capital was part of a larger wave of attacks across the country.

Trump Doesn’t Want ‘Endless’ Talks With Russia, Rubio Says

“We will know soon enough — in a matter of weeks, not months — whether Russia is serious about peace or not,” Rubio said in Brussels.

Russia Expels Moldovan Diplomats in Tit-for-Tat Move

Moldova expelled three Russian diplomats earlier this week after it accused the embassy in Chisinau of helping a pro-Moscow lawmaker flee the country.

Russia, African Juntas Blast Ukraine as They Deepen Ties

Moscow is hosting the foreign ministers of Mali, Burkina Faso and Niger amid a broader push to expand its influence in Africa.

Russian Drone Strikes on Ukraine Kill At Least 1, Injure 10

A 45-year-old man was killed when a Russian strike hit cars parked outside a house in Zaporizhzhia, Ukrainian military authorities said.

China Is Ready to Play ‘Constructive Role’ in Ending Ukraine War, Foreign Minister Says

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi met with his Russian counterpart Sergei Lavrov in Moscow and is expected to meet with President Vladimir Putin.

Germany’s Foreign Minister Accuses Putin of ‘Playing for Time’ in Ukraine

"He is feigning a willingness to negotiate, but not deviating an inch from his goals," German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock.

Zelensky Urges Europe to Unite Behind Ukraine, 3 Years After Bucha Massacre

The Ukrainian President and his wife visited a memorial and lit candles during a ceremony attended by European parliamentary leaders.

Putin Increases Spring Conscription Target to 160K

Russia holds biannual conscription drives, with men aged 18-30 eligible for mandatory service.

Putin ‘Remains Open’ to Speaking With Trump, Top Spokesman Says

Trump criticized both Putin and Zelensky in a recent interview with NBC, saying he was “very angry” with the Russian leader.

Kremlin Condemns French Court Ruling Barring Le Pen From Office

“More and more European capitals are going down the path of violating democratic norms,” Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said.

Russia Captures Village Near Ukraine’s Dnipropetrovsk Region – Moscow

Russian forces have captured a village just seven kilometers from the border of Ukraine's central Dnipropetrovsk region in their latest battlefield advance...

Ukraine Accuses Russia of ‘War Crime’ With Military Hospital Strike

Ukraine accused Russia on Saturday of committing a "war crime" during a massive attack on the city of Kharkiv, which included strikes on a military hospital...

Russia Says Captured 2 More Ukrainian Villages

The Defence Ministry reported that Russian troops took control of Shchebraki in southern Zaporizhzhia and Panteleimonivka in eastern Donetsk.

Russian Drone Attack Kills 4, Wounds 21 In Ukraine

Over 20 Russian drones struck Dnipro, damaging a hotel, homes, service stations, and a restaurant complex.

Putin Calls for Zelensky’s Removal, ‘Finish Off’ Ukrainian Troops

The Russian president's call was the latest demonstration of Moscow's desire for a Kremlin-friendly regime in Kyiv.

Refusal to Ease Sanctions Shows EU Doesn't Want Peace, Kremlin Says

"If European countries don't want to go down this path, it means they don't want to go down the path of peace," the Kremlin's top spokesman said.

Erdogan Tells Putin Cooperation With Russia Key to Resolving Regional Conflicts

The two leaders discussed Black Sea security, with Erdogan pledging that Ankara would take steps to ensure "the safety of commercial navigation."

China’s Foreign Minister to Discuss Ukraine War Talks During Visit to Russia Next Week

Russia's Foreign Ministry said discussions would cover bilateral relations and high-level contacts, including "at the highest level."

Rubio Says It’s Too Early for Higher-Level Talks With Russia

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio told reporters that ceasefire discussions needed to make “more progress on a technical level.”

Putin Floats UN-Backed Transitional Government in Ukraine

The Kremlin leader claimed such an administration could "organize a democratic presidential election" and help facilitate peace talks.

Putin Believes Trump Is ‘Serious’ About Annexing Greenland

"It's a deep mistake to think that this is some extravagant talk from the new American administration," the Russian leader said Thursday.

European Leaders Reject Sanctions Relief for Russia at Ukraine Summit in Paris

“There was complete clarity that now is not the time to lift sanctions — quite the contrary,” British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said.

North Korea Sent More Troops and Weapons to Russia, South Korea’s Military Says

Of the initial 11,000 North Korean soldiers reportedly sent to Russia, 4,000 are believed to have been killed or wounded, according to Seoul.

EU Says No Sanctions Relief for Russia Until Full Military Withdrawal From Ukraine

An EU spokesperson stressed that “Russia must now demonstrate genuine political will to end its illegal and unprovoked war of aggression.”

Russian State TV Journalist Killed by Mine Near Ukrainian Border

Channel One said its war correspondent, Anna Prokofieva, was killed when a mine detonated in the Belgorod region.

Russia, U.S. Agree on Energy Target Strike Moratorium, Kremlin Says

Among the types of facilities listed are refineries, pipelines, oil and gas storage facilities, electricity transmission infrastructure, and power plants...

Russia and Ukraine Agree to Halt Black Sea Strikes in Tentative Step Toward Peace, White House Says

The United States also pledged to "help restore access to the world market" for Russian agricultural and fertilizer exports.

Russian Negotiator Calls Ukraine Talks With U.S. ‘Useful,’ Eyes UN Involvement

Senator Grigory Karasin described Monday’s meeting as “an intense discussion” but one that was “very useful for us and the Americans.”

Russia’s Izvestia Newspaper Says Its War Correspondent Killed in Ukraine

A war correspondent for Russia's main pro-Kremlin newspaper Izvestia was killed in Ukraine on Monday, the outlet announced. Moscow's invasion of Ukraine...

Dozens Injured in Russian Missile Strike on Ukraine’s Sumy

Among those injured in the strike were 14 children, the regional prosecutor's office said.

Trial Begins for Former Russian Deputy Defense Minister Accused of Embezzlement

Prosecutors accuse former deputy defense minister Timur Ivanov of embezzling millions of dollars during his military service.

Russia and U.S. Begin Ceasefire Talks in Saudi Arabia

The Ukrainian delegation, led by Defense Minister Rustem Umerov, concluded its meeting with U.S. officials late Sunday.

Kremlin Says ‘Difficult Negotiations’ Ahead on Ukraine

The Kremlin said Sunday there were many outstanding “questions” and “nuances” on how a potential ceasefire might be implemented.

One Year On, Hundreds Pay Tribute After Deadly Crocus City Hall Attack

The attack, Russia’s deadliest in 20 years, killed 145 people and injured 500 more.

Russian Negotiator Says He’s Hoping for ‘Some Progress’ at Talks in Saudi Arabia Next Week

Senator Grigory Karasin described his mood as both “combative and constructive” ahead of talks with U.S. officials on Monday.

Russian Central Bank Holds Key Rate Steady Amid Soaring Inflation

Annual inflation exceeded 10% last month for the first time in two years, with price increases expected to average between 7% and 8% this year.

Kremlin Accuses Europe of Planning ‘Militarization’

“Europe has embarked on a path of militarization and has turned itself into something of a war party,” spokesman Dmitry Peskov said.

Russian Strikes Kill 2 in Eastern Ukraine Amid Large-Scale Drone Attack

Officials in Sumy and Kharkiv said Russia dropped more than three dozen glide bombs on border towns, killing two people.

Moscow Court Toughens Sentence Against French Banker Philippe Delpal

Delpal was sentenced in 2021 to four and a half years of probation for allegedly embezzling funds from Vostochny Bank.

Zelensky Warns Against Halting Military Aid Ahead of Call With Trump

“I do not believe that we should make any concessions in terms of assistance for Ukraine,” Zelensky said at a press conference in Helsinki.

Russia Launches Air Attack on Ukraine, Hitting Hospitals and Killing 1

Prosecutors said a hospital in the northeastern Sumy region was hit late Tuesday while 21 staff members and 147 patients were inside.

Russian Army Says It Repelled Ukrainian Assault on Belgorod Amid Ceasefire Talks

Russia's Defense Ministry claimed that Ukraine deployed up to 200 soldiers in the attack, along with tanks and other armored vehicles.

Russia Agrees to Halt Attacks on Energy Infrastructure, But Broader Ceasefire Talks Stall

Vladimir Putin insisted that any peace deal must include a "complete end" of Western military and intelligence support for Kyiv.

Latvia Restricts Border Crossings with Russia and Belarus

Latvia accuses Russia and Belarus of intentionally orchestrating an influx of refugees to destabilize the region.

Russian MFA Condemns Renewed Israeli Strikes on Gaza

The Kremlin also warned that the strikes risked triggering a "spiral of escalation."

Ukrainian Drone Attacks on Russia Injure 6

Russia's Defense Ministry said 46 Ukrainian drones were destroyed across several regions overnight.

U.S. Hints at Ukraine Concessions Ahead of Trump-Putin Call

Mike Waltz suggested Ukraine would have to both cede territory to the Russians and give up aspirations to NATO membership in the foreseeable future.

Russia Says Evacuated Over 350 Civilians From Retaken Areas in Kursk Region

The civilians became trapped when Ukraine launched its surprise incursion in August 2024, more than two years into Russia's offensive.

Telegram Founder Durov Allowed to Temporarily Leave France

Pavel Durov left France for Dubai after receiving authorization to leave the country for "several weeks."

Russia Says Retook 2 More Villages in Border Region

Ukrainian leader Volodymyr Zelensky denied Saturday any "encirclement" of his troops by Moscow's forces in Russia's Kursk region.

Ukraine and Russia Down Hundreds of Drones Overnight

Russia says it downed 126 Ukrainian drones overnight, mostly over its southern Volgograd and Voronezh regions.

G7 Warns Russia of New Sanctions Unless It Accepts Ukraine Ceasefire

The group of countries “discussed imposing further costs on Russia in case such a ceasefire is not agreed,” according to a joint statement.

Finnish Court Sentences Russian Ultranationalist to Life in Prison for War Crimes in Ukraine

Vojislav Torden received a life prison sentence for war crimes committed in Ukraine in 2014, including the mutilation of a wounded Ukrainian soldier.

Russian-Tatar Composer Sofia Gubaidulina Dies at 93

A nonconformist who endured Soviet censorship before emigrating to the West, Gubaidulina spent years in obscurity before gaining recognition as one of...

Zelensky Slams Putin’s ‘Very Manipulative’ Statements on Ceasefire

"As we have always said, the only one who will drag things out, the only one who will be unconstructive is Russia," said Zelensky.

Italy Summons Russian Envoy After ‘Verbal Attacks’ on President

Italy's Foreign Minister said he had summoned the Russian ambassador after the "umpteenth verbal attack" against Italian President Sergio Mattarella.

Trump Says Putin’s Ukraine Comments ‘Promising’ but Not ‘Complete’

"I'd love to meet with him or talk to him. But we have to get it over with fast," said Trump.

Ukraine Accuses Russian Army of Executing 5 Captured Soldiers

Human rights ombudsman Dmytro Lubinets said Russian forces "continue to kill Ukrainian prisoners of war," though he did not specify where the alleged executions...

FSB Arrests Man Over Bomb Packages Sent to Military Officials

Law enforcement authorities said the five explosive-laden packages were disguised as colonge gift sets.

Russian Army Downs 77 Ukrainian Drones Overnight

The latest barrage comes just days after Moscow and its surrounding region came under the largest drone attack since the full-scale invasion.

Putin Visits Kursk Region for First Time Since Ukraine’s Offensive

The Kremlin leader expressed confidence that his army was on the brink of “fully liberating” the Kursk border region.

Russian Inflation Hit 2-Year High in February

Surging military spending has continued to drive up prices despite aggressive interest rate hikes by the Central Bank.

U.K. Police Arrest Russian Captain Over North Sea Ship Collision

The ship's owner, Ernst Russ, confirmed the captain was Russian and said the rest of the crew consisted of Russian and Filipino nationals.

Russian Missile Strike on Ukraine’s Odesa Kills 4 Syrians, Damages Cargo Ship

Ukrainian officials said the missile struck while the Barbados-flagged cargo ship was being loaded with grain bound for Algeria.

Russian and U.S. Spy Chiefs Hold First Talks in Years, Agree to Regular Contact

CIA Director John Ratcliffe and Sergei Naryshkin “agreed on regular contact” between their agencies to “contribute to international stability and...

Ukraine Accepts ‘Interim Ceasefire’ as U.S. Resumes Intelligence Sharing and Military Aid

After talks in Saudi Arabia, the two sides also agreed to conclude "as soon as possible" a deal on Ukrainian minerals.

‘War Has Come’: Ukrainian Drone Attack Leaves Moscow’s Suburbs Shaken

“It’s terrifying to even go to sleep after such a thing,” a young woman in the Moscow region said after Tuesday night’s mass drone attack.

Kremlin Says It Seeks Unity for Syria Amid Rising Violence and Unrest

“We are ready and in contact with other countries on the Syrian issue,” Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov told reporters.

Journalists Jailed in Chad Over Alleged Wagner Ties

Prosecutors said the arrests stemmed from documents allegedly showing the journalists provided information on Chad’s security and economy.

United States to Oppose ‘Antagonistic’ G7 Language on Russia, Rubio Says

“Ultimately, we can’t sign on to any communique that’s not consistent with our position to bring both sides to the table,” Rubio told reporters...

Ukraine Sending Reinforcements to Kursk Region Amid Russian Advances

"I made a decision to strengthen our grouping with the necessary forces and means," Ukraine's top military commander Oleksandr Syrsky said.

Ukraine Will Propose Air and Naval Ceasefire During Saudi Arabia Talks – AFP

An unnamed Ukrainian official told AFP that the proposals would be “easy to install and to monitor and it’s possible to start with them.”

Russia Claims Counteroffensive Into Ukraine’s Sumy Region

Russian forces briefly occupied parts of Sumy at the start of the full-scale invasion in 2022 but have not claimed any territory there since.

Ukraine Says Russia Attacked With Over 100 Drones Overnight

Ukraine said Sunday that Russia launched over one hundred drones overnight, targeting the capital and several regions at a crucial point in the war as...

Kremlin Condemns EU’s ‘Confrontational Rhetoric’ After Pledge to Boost Defense Spending

Top spokesman Dmitry Peskov accused the EU of "actively discussing militarization" and "positioning Russia as the main enemy."

Russia Launches Large-Scale Attack on Ukraine’s Energy Infrastructure

In Kharkiv, four people were wounded in a strike on civilian infrastructure, including a woman who was rescued from the rubble.

Temporary Ukraine Ceasefire ’Unacceptable,’ Russian MFA Spokeswoman Says

“Firm agreements on a final settlement are needed. Without all that, some kind of respite is absolutely unacceptable,” foreign ministry spokeswoman...

Romania Charges 6 With Treason Over Alleged Russian Collusion

Prosecutors said the six detainees had "repeatedly entered into contact with agents of a foreign power" both in Romania and Russia.

Russian Man Sentenced to 15 Years in Prison for Passing Naval Intelligence to Ukraine

Dmitry Levin was accused of providing information and photographs on the movements of Russian ships in the Black Sea.

Russian Missile Strike on Zelensky’s Hometown Kills 3, Injures 31

The overnight attack damaged a hotel and multiple other buildings, including apartments and a post office.

Romania Expels 2 Russian Diplomats After ‘Interference’ Claim

Romania on Wednesday ordered two Russian diplomats expelled, after slamming Russian "interference" and criticism of an indictment of far-right presidential...

Russia Finishes Issuing Passports in Occupied Ukrainian Regions, Putin Says

Interior Minister Vladimir Kolokoltsev reported that 3.5 million passports had been issued in areas under the Russian army's control.

Russian Security Forces Kill 4 Suspected Islamic State Militants in Dagestan

Regional authorities said the group had planned to attack a police station in the city of Kaspiisk.

Lukashenko Offers to Host Russia-Ukraine Peace Talks

“Tell Trump that I expect him here with Putin and Zelensky,” the Belarusian leader said in an interview with U.S. blogger Mario Nawfal.

Trump Says Zelensky Ready for Talks With Russia, U.S. Minerals Deal

During his address to Congress on Tuesday, Trump read aloud from a letter he said he had received from Ukraine's Zelensky.

Putin Praises Myanmar Ties as Junta Chief Visits Moscow

Russia is a crucial arms supplier to Myanmar’s military-led government, which has struggled to suppress armed resistance since seizing power in a 2021...

Japan's Foreign Minister Calls Russian Entry Ban 'Unacceptable'

Russia banned Foreign Minister Takeshi Iwaya, the ambassador of Japan to Ukraine and seven other Japanese nationals from entering the country in retaliation...

Pause in U.S. Military Shipments to Ukraine 'Best Step' Toward Peace, Kremlin Says

Still, Vladimir Putin's top spokesman Dmitry Peskov said that Russia would wait to "see how the situation on the ground evolves."

France Opposes Seizing Frozen Russian Assets to Boost Ukraine Military Aid

French officials argue that using the frozen assets to help arm Ukraine would violate international agreements that France and Europe have signed.

Russians Rave Over Yura Borisov, Despite No Oscar For 'Anora' Role

Yura Borisov’s surprise Oscar nod turned an unknown actor into Russia’s newest sensation, earning praise from both critics and Kremlin loyalists

Russian Strike on Ukrainian Army Training Grounds Kills Multiple People

Ukrainian military blogger Yury Butusov claimed that between 30 and 40 soldiers were killed, while another 90 were injured.

Kremlin Accuses Zelensky of Rejecting Peace After Clash With Trump

"Someone should make him want peace. If the Europeans do it, all kudos to them," Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov told reporters.

1-Month Ukraine Truce Would Test Russia's Commitment to End War, France Says

French President Emmanuel Macron said the proposed truce plan would not initially cover ground fighting along the front line.

U.S. Defense Department Halts Cyber Operations Against Russia – Reports

The order is part of an overall reevaluation of U.S. operations on Russia, according to NYT, with the duration or extent of the pause unclear.

Pro-Russian Candidate Declared Winner in Abkhazia’s Presidential Race

Badra Gunba, the former vice president and acting leader of Abkhazia, took home 54.73% of the votes in the second round on Saturday.

Tanker Suspected of Damaging Baltic Cables Allowed to Leave Finland

Three of the ship’s crew members remain barred from leaving Finland, as police continue investigating the suspected sabotage incident.

Kremlin Says U.S. Foreign Policy Shift Aligns With Its Own Vision

But top spokesman Dmitry Peskov said that there is still “a long way to go” in improving bilateral relations between the U.S. and Russia.

Orban Urges EU to Launch Ukraine Peace Talks With Russia

Orban urged the EU to talk directly with Moscow, defying European leaders and refusing to back new Ukraine aid as Trump’s diplomacy shook the West

Russia Says Zelensky Trip to U.S. Was 'Complete Failure'

Moscow ridiculed Zelensky’s Washington trip as a flop, seizing on his public clash with Trump while its troops gained ground

Russia Says Seized 2 New Villages in Eastern Ukraine

Ukraine downed 103 of 154 drones Russia launched overnight, as strikes left one dead and 19 injured

Trump Showed ‘Restraint’ Against ‘Scumbag’ Zelensky, Russian MFA Spokeswoman Says

“How Trump and Vance held back from hitting that scumbag is a miracle of restraint,” Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova said.

Russian Divers Found Dead Near Popular Philippines Resort

A coast guard official said rescuers saw one of the victims “being pulled by a shark” when they located his body.

Shoigu Arrives in China for Talks With Xi

State media said Sergei Shoigu would discuss security cooperation and regional issues with Chinese officials, including President Xi.

Russia’s FSB Says It Foiled Ukrainian Plot to Kill Orthodox Bishop

Metropolitan Tikhon Shevkunov, a member of President Vladimir Putin’s advisory council on culture and the arts, was the target of the plot, the FSB said...

Soviet Chess Grandmaster Boris Spassky Dies at 88

Spassky is best remembered for his 1972 world championship match against Fischer, a contest that became a symbol of U.S.-Soviet rivalry during the Cold...

Kremlin Rules Out Returning Annexed Ukrainian Regions in Future Peace Talks

Putin’s spokesman said Ukrainian territory under Russia’s control is an “inseparable part of our country” and “non-negotiable.”

Kremlin Slams Bosnian Serb Leader’s Jailing as ‘Political’

Milorad Dodik was sentenced to a year in prison for defying rulings made by an international envoy charged with overseeing the country’s peace accords...

Russian and U.S. Officials Meet in Istanbul for Embassy Talks

The talks in Turkey are aimed at normalizing the operations of both countries’ diplomatic missions after a series of tit-for-tat expulsions.

North Korea Sends More Troops to Russia, Redeploys Soldiers to Kursk Front Line – South Korean Official

The intelligence official said the exact scale of the new troop deployments was still being assessed.

Russian and U.S. Diplomats to Meet in Istanbul on Thursday, Lavrov Says

Officials from the two countries plan to discuss outstanding issues related to their embassies, Russia’s Foreign Minister said.

Kremlin Says It’s Waiting for Official Confirmation of U.S.-Ukraine Minerals Deal

Ukrainian officials said Kyiv had agreed on the framework of a deal, and that President Volodymyr Zelensky could sign it as soon as Friday.

Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov Visits Tehran for Talks

Russia’s Foreign Ministry said their talks would cover “Russian-Iranian relations,” as well as “a number of current international issues,” such...

French Police Arrest 2 People Over Russian Consulate Attack

The Marseille prosecutor’s office said those detained were adults but did not provide further details.

Russia’s Shoigu Visits Indonesia for Defense Talks

State media reported that Sergei Shoigu would discuss bilateral ties with Indonesia’s top leadership, including security and defense cooperation.

Putin Says Ready for U.S. Investment in Strategic Minerals in Occupied Ukraine

Russian President Vladimir Putin said Monday he is ready for U.S. investment in strategic minerals in occupied Ukraine. Putin said in televised comments...

Protesters Demand Germany Stand By Ukraine on Invasion Anniversary

Protesters marched through Berlin on Monday to demand Germany stand by Ukraine on the third anniversary of Russia's full-scale invasion, a day after Germans...

Trump Says Discussing ‘Major’ Economic Deals With Putin

U.S. President Donald Trump said Monday that he and Russian leader Vladimir Putin are discussing "major" economic deals as part of discussions on ending...

U.S. and Russian Officials to Hold Follow-Up Talks in Saudi Arabia on Tuesday

While the meeting will take place at a lower level than last week’s, it is still seen as “a sign of progress,” a diplomatic source told AFP.

U.K. Unveils Sweeping Sanctions on Russia and Its Global Backers

The latest sanctions include arms producers and suppliers in Central Asia, Turkey, Thailand, India and China, as well as Kyrgyzstan-based OJSC Keremet...

Russian Judge Upholds 3-Year Jail Sentence for French Researcher

Laurent Vinatier was sentenced to jail in October on charges of gathering information about the Russian military and violating the country’s “foreign...

EU Approves Fresh Sanctions Against Russia on Full-Scale Invasion Anniversary

The sanctions blacklist 74 “shadow fleet” ships and restrict Russian aluminum imports, while also barring the sale of gaming consoles.

Ukraine Strikes Russian Oil Refinery in Overnight Drone Attack

Authorities in Kyiv said it was the third Ukrainian attack this year on the Ryazan oil refinery, which is owned by Russian oil giant Rosneft.

Zelensky Offers to Resign in Exchange for Ukrainian NATO Membership

The Ukrainian president made the offer as news agencies reported that U.S. and Russian diplomats would meet next week.

Kremlin Hails Putin-Trump Dialogue as Promising

Moscow has reveled in the spat between Trump and Zelensky.

Russia Launched 'Record' 267 Drones on Ukraine Overnight — Ukrainian Army

Among them, 138 were intercepted by air defense while 119 were "lost" without causing damage, according to Ukraine’s air force spokesman.

Putin Says Russian Soldiers in Ukraine 'Defending Russia's Future'

The Russian leader said he wanted to give his armed forces ‘new, modern models’ of weapons and equipment.

U.K. to Unveil Sweeping Sanctions Against Russia

London will target Russia's financial, aviation, military and energy sectors, including through bank asset freezes, travel bans, and trade restrictions...

Zelensky ‘Not Ready’ to Sign Minerals Deal With U.S. — Source

Trump's administration has been pressuring Zelensky into giving American companies preferential access to Ukraine's vast mineral resources as compensation...

Iran Says Russian FM Lavrov Will Visit Tehran in Coming Days

Lavrov last visited Iran in October 2023 for a meeting aimed at finding a solution to Armenia-Azerbaijan tensions.

Russian Chief of Staff Visits Troops in East Ukraine

Russia earlier on Saturday claimed the capture of Novolyubivka in the Luhansk region which is now largely under its control.

Trump Says Zelensky and Putin Must ‘Get Together’

"President Putin and President Zelensky are going to have to get together. Because you know what? We want to stop killing millions of people," Trump told...

Russia Sells Famed Imperial Prison at Auction

The new owners said that the location will have a museum, a hotel complex, restaurants, galleries and public spaces open to all.

Swedish Police Investigate New Baltic Sea Cable Damage

The same cable was previously cut in November, with suspicions falling on a Chinese vessel.

Russian Army Captures 2 More Villages in Eastern Ukraine

Russia’s Defense Ministry said its forces took control of the villages of Nadezhdynka and Novosilka.

Lukashenko Accuses U.S. of Trying to Divide Russia and China

“It seems to me they are trying to pit the Russians against the Chinese. The Russians must not allow that,” the Belarusian leader said.

Ruble Hits 6-Month High Amid U.S.-Russia Rapprochement

Russia’s Central Bank set the official exchange rate for Thursday at 88.5 rubles against the U.S. dollar, its highest level since August.

Russia Claims to Have Retaken 64% of Kursk Territory Lost After Ukraine’s Offensive

“Currently the initiative in the Kursk region is fully on our side. Russian forces are advancing in all areas,” said Sergei Rudskoi, first deputy head...

Zelensky Hopes for ‘Constructive’ Meeting With Trump Envoy Thursday

The Ukrainian leader said that the world's most powerful — in an apparent allusion to Trump — face the "choice" of being with the Kremlin or for peace...

EU Slaps Fresh Sanctions on Russia, Targeting Aluminum and ‘Shadow Fleet’ Ships

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said that Brussels was “committed to keep up the pressure on the Kremlin.”

U.S. Ukraine Envoy Kellogg Arrives in Kyiv Ahead of Talks With Zelensky

Keith Kellog’s arrival came hours after Russian strikes in the southern port city of Odesa left tens of thousands of people without power.

Trump ‘More Confident’ of Ukraine Deal After Talks

U.S. President Donald Trump said Tuesday he was much more confident of a deal to end the Ukraine war after talks that drew a strong rebuke from Kyiv over...

Kazakh Oil Exports Expected to Drop After Ukrainian Drones Attack Pipeline in Southern Russia

Russia’s state pipeline operator Transneft said repair work on the pipeline could take two months, with exports from Kazakhstan falling by 30%.

Ukraine Settlement ‘Impossible’ Without Addressing Wider Security Issues, Moscow Says

The Kremlin said it would not oppose Ukraine’s potential membership in the EU but reiterated its strong opposition to Kyiv joining NATO.

Russian Man Jailed 13 Years for Allegedly Trying to Join Ukrainian Army

Law enforcement authorities claimed that the man, Artem Konstantinov, contacted a Ukrainian army recruiter on Telegram.

Zelensky to Visit Saudi Arabia After U.S.-Russia Talks

Spokesman Sergiy Nykyforov told AFP that Zelensky would visit Saudi Arabia with his wife on Wednesday as part of a “long-planned” official visit.

Russia’s Lavrov Says No Point in Inviting European Leaders to Ukraine Talks

“If they are going to sit at the negotiating table with the aim of continuing war, then why invite them there?” Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said...

Ukrainian Drones Hit Major Pipeline in Southern Russia, Disrupting Oil Supplies

The overnight attack targeted a pumping station of the Tengiz-Novorossiysk pipeline in Russia’s southern Krasnodar region.

Zelensky Warns Russia Will ‘Wage War’ on NATO

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky believes Russia is preparing to "wage war" against a weakened NATO should President Donald Trump dilute U.S. support...

Navalny’s Widow Navalnaya Calls for Fight for ‘Free, Peaceful’ Russia

Russian opposition figure Yulia Navalnaya, widow of the late Alexei Navalny, on Sunday urged supporters to fight for a "free, peaceful" Russia, a year...

Russia’s Putin Bears ‘Ultimate Responsibility’ for Navalny’s Death – EU

The EU on Sunday said that Russia's President Vladimir Putin bore "ultimate responsibility" for the death of Alexei Navalny, as it paid tribute to the...

Navalny Supporters Risk Reprisals With Memorial Events a Year After Death

A year after Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny died behind bars, his supporters were set to hold memorial events on Sunday, with some risking reprisals...

Trump Team to Meet Russians, Ukrainians in Saudi Arabia – U.S. Officials

A senior team from U.S. President Donald Trump's administration will start talks in Saudi Arabia with Russian and Ukrainian negotiators on ending the Ukraine...

Russia Releases Footage of U.S. Man Detained at Moscow Airport

The man, a U.S. citizen, was arrested for allegedly being in possession of cannabis-laced candy.

'No Decisions' on Ukraine Without Kyiv and Europe, Says Zelensky

Zelensky also called on Europe to create its own army, warning that the United States might not always be there for the continent.

Saudi Arabia Welcomes Idea of Hosting Trump-Putin Summit

Saudi Arabia’s Foreign Ministry said that it “reaffirms its ongoing efforts to achieve a lasting peace between Russia and Ukraine.”

Rubio Expects Deal on Ukraine Minerals to ‘Pay Back U.S. Taxpayer'

U.S. Secretary of State said he expected to reach a deal for Ukraine's mineral wealth that will in part compensate the U.S. for money that went to weapons...

Washington to Release Russian Crypto Kingpin Alexander Vinnik in Exchange for Marc Fogel, U.S. Official Says

Vennik was first arrested in 2017 on suspicion of laundering $4 billion through a cryptocurrency exchange.

Syria Leader Stresses ‘Strong Strategic Ties’ in Call With Russia’s Putin

The call comes after Syrian leadership urged Moscow to “address past mistakes” during talks last month.

Russia and Ukraine Trade Blame for Disrupting IAEA Staff Rotations at Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Plant

The nuclear agency’s head, Rafael Grossi, visited Ukraine and Russia last week to discuss the issue of rotations with officials from both countries.

Russian Airspace Closure Raises Global CO2 Emissions From Flying, Study Shows

Major flight route detours increased global carbon dioxide emissions from aviation by 1% in 2023, according to the authors of a new study.

Moscow Rejects Territory Swap in Potential Ukraine Peace Deal

The Kremlin’s top spokesman vowed that Ukrainian forces holding positions in the Kursk region would either be “destroyed” or pushed out.

Russian Missile Attack on Kyiv Kills At Least 1

Two others were injured in the overnight air attacks, city authorities said.

U.S., U.K. and Australia Sanction Russian Cyber Firm Zservers Over Ransomware Attacks

Britain’s Foreign Office accused several Zservers employees of being a part of “a prolific cybercrime supply chain” in Russia.

ECHR Rules Moscow Suppressed Dissent Over Ukraine War

The ruling follows complaints filed by Russian independent media and individual applicants against Moscow over wartime censorship.