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Former German Chancellor Schroeder Celebrates Putin's Birthday at President's Home

Schroeder, who served as chancellor from 1998 to 2005, recently joined the supervisory board of Russian supermarket chain Hyperglobus.

Russia Says Checks Following Siberian Plague Lab Death Are Complete

Despite the statement, authorities have yet to say definitively whether the death of lab worker Darya Shipilova could have been caused by plague.

Russian Liberal Politician Jailed for 4 Years Over Donation to Navalny Group

Elena Perepelitsa is the third Yabloko member to be jailed in less than four months.

Russian Bomb Kills 33 at Bus Stop in Kramatorsk

Another 18 people were wounded in one of the largest single attacks this year.

U.S. and Russia Explore Nord Stream Restart, Sources Say

A spokeswoman for Germany's economy and energy ministry pushed back, saying Nord Stream and Russian gas were sanctioned in Europe.

Denmark Says Russia Has Conducted Sabotage Attacks Against Its Defense Firms

The shift reflects a significant escalation in Moscow's hybrid warfare campaign, Josefine Christensen, lead analyst at the Danish national security and...

Kremlin Says France's Test Nuclear Launch Is Part of 'Dead End' Anti-Russia Strategy

Spokesman Dmitry Peskov said Russia had received France's message and that it was an example of what he called Europe's obsession with militarization.

At Least 24 Killed in Ukraine, Zelensky Condemns One of Russia's Most 'Vile Strikes'

The strikes come as Russia and Ukraine have each promised to ratchet up attacks on the other.

Kremlin Warns Lithuania Lifting Nuclear Arms Ban Risks Escalation

The move comes on the heels of Estonia announcing it was moving its troops closer to the country's border with Russia.

Russia Says It Hit Kyiv Bridge, 2 Vessels in Black Sea

Russia's military said it targeted a route Kyiv used to transport troops and military cargo.

OPEC+ Agrees to Keep November Oil Output Targets Steady

OPEC+ has been raising output targets for much of 2026 after years of production cuts, but most of the increases stayed on paper.

Russia to Intensify Strikes on Ukraine After Zelensky Interview

Moscow said Russian forces would step up attacks on military facilities, defense industry sites and related infrastructure.

Germany's Merz Arrives in Kyiv to the Sound of Sirens and Explosions

“I will tell President Zelensky today: 'You can continue to count on our help,'” Merz said.

Ukraine Will Hit Russian Refineries in Response to Moscow's ‘New Doctrine’ of Airstrikes

Zelensky says Russia's shift represents Putin's desire to appear strong at a time when his military is losing ground in a key frontline region.

Russia Pledges to Continue Massive Strikes on Kyiv, Urges Foreign Diplomats to Leave City

In a statement, the Russian Foreign Ministry said its attacks were in response to Ukraine's "terrorist acts."

U.S.-Russia Talks on Ukraine Involve Multi-Billion Dollar Oil Deal, NYT Reports

Putin reportedly raised the deal during a Sept. 5 meeting with Witkoff and Kushner at the Kremlin.

Russia Will Consider Partial Lifting of Diesel Export Ban in Case of Overproduction, Novak Says

Novak said that the situation with Ukrainian drone attacks on Russia's energy infrastructure has remained "tense."

Putin Says World Is Living Through a Dangerous Moment, Warns West Not to Escalate

He reiterated that Moscow would resort to all weapons in its arsenal, including nuclear ones, if its Baltic exclave of Kaliningrad was threatened.

Vatican Envoy Discusses Humanitarian Issues, Visits POWs in Russia, Foreign Ministry Says

The meetings focused on prospects for a settlement as well as humanitarian issues, including prisoner of war exchanges and displaced children.

Russia Draws Up Measures to Control Bear Population After Spate of Deadly Attacks

Experts blame the nationwide spate of killings on climate change and human incompetence.

Moscow Sends Nuclear Warning to NATO as Tensions Rise in the Baltic

Moscow accused the alliance of a "dangerous and reckless course" that entailed "high risks of the outbreak of a direct armed conflict."

Putin Envoy, U.S. Officials Discussed Ukraine War and Energy Initiatives, U.S. Official Says

Dmitriev had meetings with representatives of the U.S. Treasury and Energy departments during his visit to Washington, sources told Reuters.

Fire at Pyrotechnics Factory in Yaroslavl Region Kills 14

Law enforcement authorities launched a criminal investigation into possible industrial safety violations.

Government Raises 2027 Military Spending by 27%, Budget Documents Show

The planned defense spending would be the highest figure since the start of the war in Ukraine in 2022.

Russia Hits Ukraine’s Largest Mobile Provider, Strikes Data Centers

Kyivstar told Interfax Ukraine that its head office in Kyiv had been hit, but there were no casualties.

Evan Gershkovich Says His Arrest in Russia Was Carefully Planned FSB Sting

Gershkovich became the first U.S. reporter arrested on espionage charges in Russia since the Cold War when he was arrested in 2023.

Russia Can Restart 80% of Black Sea Grain Export Terminals if Attacks Stop – Analysis

The disruption to shipments has driven up global grain prices and renewed concerns about food security linked to the war in Ukraine.

U.S. Proposed New Round of Ukraine Peace Talks in UAE, Zelensky Says

Zelensky held talks with U.S. President Donald Trump on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly earlier in the week.

Putin Says Election Turnout Shows Russians Support Military Agenda

"Such a high, even record, number of people who came out and voted shows that the people of Russia support our efforts aimed at strengthening the country...

Russian Military Helicopter Briefly Entered Polish Airspace

The Mi-8 helicopter spent 42 seconds in Polish airspace, the Polish military said.

EU Removes Billionaires Usmanov and Fridman From Sanctions List

The EU also rolled over the remaining 3,000 individuals and entities on its Russia sanctions list for another three years, diplomats said.

3 Dead in Moscow Region, Drones Hit Oil Refinery in Russian Capital

Ukraine, Russia have continued attacks on each other's energy infrastructure despite an announcement by Trump on Monday that they had agreed to stop.

Former Russian Official Elected President of South Ossetia

Marat Kambolov, the new president, is from North Ossetia, a Russian republic on the other side of the Caucasus Mountains from South Ossetia.

Trump Signs Sweeping Russia Sanctions Bill

The measures target Russia's energy and defense industries, as well as its "shadow fleet" of tankers that evade existing sanctions.

Kremlin Seizes Nestlé and Auchan Assets in Latest Business Crackdown

President Vladimir Putin signed a decree Thursday placing the company’s Russian assets under temporary administration.

Raiffeisen Bank Helping Russia Circumvent Sanctions, Report Claims

Short-selling firm Grizzly Research alleged the Austrian lender has enabled more than $1 billion of Russian trade to circumvent sanctions.

U.S. Congress Passes ‘Sanctions From Hell’ Bill Against Russia

The legislation targets Russia’s energy and defense industries, as well as its “shadow fleet” of tankers that evade existing sanctions.

Putin Casts Parliamentary Election as Barometer of Support for War, Urges Russians to Vote

Russia is holding elections this weekend for the lower-house State Duma, which has a track record of faithfully approving the Kremlin's initiatives.

Belarus Frees 25 More Political Prisoners in Return for U.S. Sanctions Relief

The deal was part of lengthy negotiations in which Washington is urging Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko to free hundreds of people.

United States Charges 5 People in Alleged Russian-Backed Murder Plots

Attorney General Todd Blanche said the plots included efforts to murder a Russian dissident believed to be located in Washington, D.C.

Ukraine Wants Specifics From Partners on Halting Strikes, Zelensky Says

U.S. President Donald Trump said earlier that Ukraine and Russia had agreed not to hit each other's energy targets.

Russian Convoy Resupplies Syrian Coastal Facilities for First Time Since Moscow-Damascus Deal

The operation offers an early indication that Moscow is continuing to resupply facilities at Tartus port and the Khmeimim airbase under the new deal.

Russian Athletes Appeal for End to World Athletics Ban

They argued that more than 4 years of exclusion has deprived a generation of athletes of their careers.

Trump Tells Ukraine's Zelensky to Stop Hitting Russian Diesel

“Mr. Zelensky has to do one thing: He has to stop knocking out diesel fuel in Russia,” Trump told journalists.

Rosatom’s Likhachev Says Ukraine Attacked Fuel Trucks, Endangered Zaporizhzhia Plant

The Zaporizhzhia plant, Europe's largest, was seized by Russian forces in the early weeks of the Ukraine war.

Russian Attacks Kill 9, Injure Dozens in Ukraine as Moscow Says It Hit Ships, Plants

The civilian death toll has risen sharply in Ukraine over the past two months as Russia steps up attacks on power plants and other infrastructure.

Kremlin Says No Decision Yet on Putin's G20 Visit, Dismisses Zelensky's Meeting Proposal

In April, the Kremlin said Putin could travel to the G20 summit after U.S. President Donald Trump suggested his attendance would be very helpful.

Russian Official to Attend G20 Energy Meeting in Houston Next Week, White House Official Says

The expected appearance comes after the U.S. welcomed Russia's finance minister to a meeting of G20 countries in North Carolina.

Russian Orthodox Church Sends Bones of Medieval Warrior Prince to Ukraine Front to Boost Troop Morale

The sarcophagus of Grand Prince Dmitry Donskoy was uncovered this summer during restoration work at Moscow's Cathedral of the Archangel inside the Kremlin...

Rosneft’s Ryazan Oil Refinery Shuts Down After Drone Attack, Industry Sources Say

The Ryazan oil refinery, which supplies Moscow with fuel, was also attacked by drones in May and July.

Moscow Region Imposes Quarantine Near Over Lumpy Skin Disease in Cattle

Authorities in the Irkutsk region also earlier imposed a quarantine in two towns and said infected animals would need to be culled.

Drones Hit Russia's Gas Hinterland in Northern Siberia for the First Time

Novy Urengoy is Russia's unofficial gas capital, located in the Yamal-Nenets autonomous district in northwestern Siberia.

Hungary Expels 10 Russian Diplomats for ‘Unacceptable Activities’

Russia's Foreign Ministry said it would issue a “harsh and painful” response to the expulsion of its diplomats in Budapest.

Avalanche in Kabardino-Balkaria Kills 11 Climbers

The avalanche swept down Mount Mizhirgi, one of the highest peaks in Russia's North Caucasus.

U.S. Envoys Make First Kyiv Visit Amid Ukraine Peace Push

Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff travelled from Moscow, where they held three hours of talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin on Saturday.

Moscow Not Ruling Out Trilateral Meeting of Russian, U.S. and Chinese Leaders, Agencies Report

Earlier this month, Kremlin aide Yuri Ushakov raised the possibility of Vladimir Putin, Donald Trump and Xi Jinping meeting in Shenzhen in November.

Russia’s Lavrov Calls Accusations of Moscow’s Involvement in Leipzig Drone Incident ‘Start of Real War'

The German government said last week that Russia was responsible for an attempted drone attack at Leipzig/Halle Airport.

Kremlin Says Ukraine Talks With U.S. Envoys Were 'Useful.' No Sign of Breakthrough.

U.S. envoys flew out of Moscow soon after the talks to meet Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy in Kyiv on Sunday.

Russian Figure Skater Valieva Has Neutral Status Revoked, Source Says

Valieva, 20, was 15 when she became the center of a global controversy at the 2022 Olympics, after failing a drug test two months prior.

U.S. Envoys Witkoff, Kushner Arrive in Moscow for Peace Talks

U.S. President Donald Trump suggested on Friday that the U.S. had a fresh concrete proposal aimed at ending the war.

Russia Strikes Ukrainian Airports, Infrastructure Ahead of U.S. Envoys' Visit

Ukraine's airspace has been closed since 2022, but Zelensky said that officials had discussed Witkoff and Kushner flying to Kyiv.

International Equestrian Federation Lifts Restrictions on Russian Riders

Russia's equestrian federation said that the FEI Council had approved the move after what it described as extensive negotiations between the national body...

Norway Seizes Russian Ship to Enforce $4.2Bln Claim by Ukraine’s Naftogaz

A Russian Foreign Ministry spokesperson said the seizure of the ship amounts to an act of “piracy.”

Russia Says It Won’t Let Ukraine Disrupt Air Travel After Zelensky Warning

Ukraine poses no threat to civil aviation, Zelensky said, "but there will be drones in Russia's skies and due notice must be taken."

Germany Shutters Russian Consulate, Berlin Culture Center After Blaming Moscow for Airport Drone Attack

Russia’s Foreign Ministry vowed that it would respond to what it called the German government’s “anti-Russian action.”

Russia Claims Strike on Ukrainian Shipment Terminal

Russia claimed to have struck facilities in Ukraine containing weapons components and military aid from the West.

NKHP Grain Export Terminal Says Repairs After Ukrainian Attack May Take 4 Months

NKHP is one of three grain terminals at Russia's main Black Sea export port of Novorossiysk.

Senior Vatican Official Calls for Peace in Ukraine After Meeting With Lavrov in Moscow

The talks on Tuesday between Archbishop Paul Gallagher and Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov marked the first in-person meeting between the two diplomats...

Kremlin Says It’s Working to Minimize Impact of Ukrainian Attacks on Russian Grain Exports

Tit-for-tat attacks by Russia and Ukraine, both major grain exporters, on ports and vessels in recent weeks have shuttered grain terminals and forced...

Putin Wants to Draft 300K New Troops, Zelensky Says

Zelensky said Russia could draft more troops in 2027 to reach an overall goal of 500,000.

Ozon Warehouse in Orenburg Region Hit in Drone Attack, Governor Says

Ozon said it had evacuated more than 300 people and that work had been halted.

Putin Says Ukraine Opened ‘Pandora's Box’ With Strikes on Economic Targets

Putin threatened to hit back at Ukraine's “most sensitive economic sectors.”

Ukrainian Drone Attacks Kill Multiple People Across Russia, Hit Ozon Warehouse

The strike is the first on a facility owned by online retailer Ozon, coming after weeks of drone attacks on its larger rival Wildberries.

Russian 'Double-Tap' Strike on Shopping Mall in Ukraine Kills 15 and Wounds 130

A shopping mall was struck in the daytime attack on President Volodymyr Zelensky's hometown.

Finland Summons Russian Ambassador Over Suspected Airspace Incursion

Finnish border authorities said the airspace violation occurred Thursday afternoon in the western Gulf of Finland and lasted around three minutes.

FSB Arrests Alleged Ukrainian Agents Over Plotting Moscow Attack and Espionage

One of the people was accused of spying on trains carrying petroleum products at a Moscow railway station and surveilling government buildings in the Russian...

Putin Visits Newly Unearthed Remains of Dmitry Donskoy

Donskoy, who died in 1389 aged 39, ruled the principalities of Muscovy and Vladimir, which would later become the core of the Russian state.

German Spy Agency Opens Hotline for Exiled Russians

The hotline is for exile groups and political dissidents facing intimidation, surveillance or physical violence from foreign operatives inside the country...

Putin Orders Government to Help Rebuild Warehouses Destroyed in Ukrainian Attacks

The Russian president claimed that the damage caused by ongoing attacks on industrial and commercial sites has not been critical.

Drone Attack Near Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Plant Kills One, IAEA Says

The plant's director described the incident as "the worst event the plant has faced," the UN nuclear watchdog said.

EU Plans Most Far-Reaching Sanctions Against Russia, Kallas Says

Sources said the proposed sanctions would target around 1,600 Russian individuals and entities, mostly linked to the military-industrial complex.

Myanmar’s Military Leader Heads to Russia for Official Visit

Russia will be the fifth country former junta chief Min Aung Hlaing has visited since becoming president in April.

Ukrainian Drones Strike Moscow Region, Killing One

Moscow region governor said several sites belonging to Russia's largest online retailer Wildberries were also targeted in the attack.

Suspected Russian Drone Shot Down in Romanian Airspace

"Additional details regarding Sunday’s incident remain under investigation, but the drone appears to be Russian," a spokesperson for NATO's military...

North Korea’s Kim, Russia’s Putin Reaffirm Ties on Korean Liberation Day

Pyongyang and Moscow have grown closer since the reclusive state began deploying troops and weapons to support Russia's war against Ukraine.

Russia Seeks Explanation From U.S. and Turkey Over Reports of Possible Arms Transfer

Turkey requested permission from Washington to send Ukraine tens of thousands of cluster munitions that had sat in Ankara's stockpiles for decades.

Summer Campaign Led to Capture of 19 Settlements in Southeast Ukraine – Defense Ministry

Russian advances on the frontline have slowed this year even as Moscow has intensified its ballistic strikes on Kyiv and other Ukrainian cities.

Ukraine Strikes Industrial Facility in Samara Region

Local authorities acknowledged that a facility had been hit but did not publicly confirm details.

Russia Dismisses Calls for Black Sea Ceasefire

The Foreign Ministry said it saw no grounds for "half-measures" that would offer a respite to Ukrainian forces.

3 Killed, 2 Grain Terminals Halt Work in Novorossiysk After Ukrainian Attack, Sources Say

Two of Novorossiysk's largest grain terminals halted work on Wednesday, industry sources told Reuters.

Russia Says Syria Base Deal Will Boost Ties, Source Says Some Russian Forces Will Stay

The naval facility and air base have long been Moscow's principal military footholds in the Mediterranean and Middle East.

Russia Rolling Out Starlink-Style Network Faster Than Expected, Kyiv Says

Russian forces had been using gray-market Starlink terminals in Ukraine until Kyiv successfully lobbied SpaceX to disable them earlier this year.

5 Killed in Ukrainian Drone Attack on Belgorod, Russia Says

Russia's Defense Ministry said it had destroyed more than 150 Ukrainian drones over the European part of the country.

Ukraine Strikes Oil Refinery in Russia's Krasnodar Region in Drone Attack

The attack is another in Ukraine's campaign against Russia's oil and gas facilities.

Russian Drones Kill 3-Year-Old Boy and Grandparents Near Kyiv, Zelensky Says

Ukraine is chronically short of air defense munitions, making it very difficult for air defense forces to intercept Russian ballistic missiles.

Russian Foreign Ministry Condemns France’s Order to Deport Former RT Journalist

French authorities issued a deportation order last month for Ksenia Fedorova, the former head of state broadcaster RT France.

Russia Steps Up Ship Protection in Black Sea as Attacks Threaten Grain Exports

The Transportation Ministry and the military have set up a joint task force to reroute freight and protect commercial ships.

Ukrainian Drones Kill 8 in Russia and Strike Wildberries Warehouse

Russia's Defense Ministry said it had downed 635 Ukrainian drones overnight.

Female Bomber Kills At Least 3, Injures 21 Near Moscow Restaurant

The Kommersant newspaper's sources said the bomb had been intended to maim and kill guests on the restaurant's summer terrace.

Russia Pounds Kyiv With Missiles, Killing At Least 10

This is the second major attack on Kyiv this week, with fires across the city and power outages reported in some areas.

Russian Missile Likely Crashed in Eastern Poland, PM Tusk Says

Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk said the missile landed in an uninhabited area and did not pose a direct threat to civilians.

Tyumen Oil Refinery Halts Production After Ukrainian Drone Strike, Sources Say

Industry sources said it is difficult to estimate how long repairs will take.

Armenia's Pashinyan Asks Putin to Help Resolve Russian Restrictions on Armenian Exports

Pashinyan, who has steered Armenia in a more pro-Western direction, told Putin that the trade restrictions violated agreements between the two countries...

Peskov’s Wife Challenges EU Sanctions Against Her in Court

Tatiana Navka, a former Olympic ice-skating champion, was put on a sanctions list by the EU in June 2022 that targeted people over Russia's invasion...

Bosnian Climbers Die on Russia’s Mount Elbrus

Russia's Emergency Situations Ministry said rescuers had saved two other climbers, who were evacuated and taken for medical care.

Kremlin Says Too Early to Comment on Reported U.S.-Ukraine Air Ceasefire Talks

"We have heard statements that some new formulas may be possible. We still need to learn more about them," Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said.

Russia and Ukraine Both Report Civilians Killed in Strikes

Russia said four people were killed by a Ukrainian drone strike in the Russian-occupied Ukrainian city of Horlivka.

Romania Shoots Down Third Russian Drone, as President Calls Breaches ‘Intolerable'

Moscow made no immediate public comment on the incidents.

Speaking Alongside Putin, Kazakh President Calls for Freeze of Ukraine War

The Kremlin later said that "freezing the conflict as such is impossible, given Kyiv's position."

Rubio Says U.S. Remains Committed to Ukraine Peace Talks After Meeting With Lavrov

Rubio said President Donald Trump had made clear that the United States was prepared to help facilitate an end to a "senseless war" if the opportunity...

German Nuclear Fuel Plant Cleared to Work With Russia's Rosatom

There is so far no EU agreement on an extension of sanctions on Russia to the nuclear power sector.

Russia Says It Struck Ukrainian Ports and Ships

The Defense Ministry said it struck port infrastructure and vessels in the cities of Odesa and Chornomorsk that it said were supporting the Ukrainian military...

Russia Expels Italian Diplomats in Tit-for-Tat Move

The expulsion of two Italian diplomats comes after Rome expelled a pair of Russian diplomats who were accused of spying.

Ukrainian Drone Attacks Kill 7 Warehouse Workers in Russia

A wave of Ukrainian drones struck two warehouses belonging to the online retailer Wildberries, as well as an oil refinery in the Moscow region.

Ukrainian Drone Attack Killed Chief Engineer at Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Plant, Russia Says

Russian authorities said a Ukrainian drone had struck a service car between the plant's site and the town of Enerhodar, killing the engineer, Alexander...

Russian Attack on Odesa Kills 3 as Ukraine Strikes Ships in Black Sea

Ukraine's top drone commander said Wednesday that Kyiv hit 20 Russian vessels in the Black Sea overnight.

Russia Prepares to Reroute Grain Exports From Sea of Azov After Ukrainian Attacks

Shipping in the Sea of Azov remained restricted on Tuesday, according to Reuters sources, marking the biggest disruption to the Black Sea grain trade...

Russia Summons German Ambassador, Accuses Berlin of Supporting Ukrainian Attacks

The Russian Foreign Ministry also criticized Germany's stance toward third countries' relations with Russia, including Russia-China ties.

Russia Says Ukraine Struck Tanker in Sea of Azov

Authorities said there was no risk of an oil spill because the vessel was empty.

Russia Eyes Mid-July Start for Commercial Logistics Hub at Syrian Port, Officials Say

The project is being developed by Syrian logistics company Rus Line with firms under the Russian-Syrian Business Council.

8 Dead, Dozens Wounded as Russia Strikes Ukraine With Missiles, Drones

Russia launched six ballistic missiles, six cruise missiles and 121 drones, Ukraine’s air force said.

One Killed in Drone Strike on Vessels in Taganrog Bay, Russian Authorities Say

Regional authorities said more than one and a half dozen drones were destroyed during the attack.

Moscow in Talks With Turkey About Possible Resale of Missile Systems

Turkish media reported that Turkey could announce it will resell the S-400s to one of the Gulf nations as soon as Friday in order to persuade the United...

Russia and Sahel States Pledge Stronger Military Ties Amid Insurgent Attacks

Russia said it would continue to help strengthen the armed forces of Mali, Niger and Burkina Faso.

Italy Expels 2 Russian Embassy Employees for Spying

Russia's Foreign Ministry said it would respond to Italy's expulsion of the two officials.

Russia Bans Diesel Exports to Ensure Domestic Supply After Targeted Ukrainian Drone Strikes

The government said the ban, which includes producers of the fuel, will be in place until July 31.

IOC Provisionally Lifts Ban on Russian Olympic Committee, Athletes to Return to International Competitions

The IOC said its executive board had lifted that suspension but had not decided yet on whether Russia could display its flag, colors or have its anthem...

Russia’s Largest Oil Refinery Halts Production After Drone Attack, Sources Say

The halt in operations at the plant is likely to exacerbate fuel shortages across the country.

Italy Arrests 2 Over Alleged Spying for Russia

Prosecutors said the main suspect, whom they did not name, was a 59-year-old former officer in the Carabinieri military police who previously worked in...

Ukraine Says It Struck 8 ‘Shadow Fleet’ Tankers Near Crimea

Ukraine's drone forces said they struck the vessels in the Sea of Azov.

Kremlin Says It’s Closely Following NATO Summit

Top spokesman Dmitry Peskov said a series of “confrontational” statements about Russia had preceded this week’s summit.

Fresh Russian Attack on Kyiv Kills At Least 11

The combined drone and missile attack comes just a few days after the deadliest Russian assault on the Ukrainian capital this year.

Russia Says Ukraine Rejects Local Ceasefire for Handover of Soldiers’ Bodies

Ukraine's Defense Ministry and General Staff did not immediately respond to a request for comment.

Trump Offered in Conversation With Putin to Help With Ukraine Settlement – Kremlin Aide

The Kremlin aide said Putin gave Trump a realistic assessment of the battlefield situation in Ukraine.

Zelensky Denies Russian Capture of Key Eastern City Kostiantynivka

Russia's military told Putin that its forces had taken control of the city, a strategic target that Moscow has long sought in its advance through the Donetsk...

Leningrad Region Port, Oil Terminal Hit in Major Ukrainian Drone Attack

Governor Alexander Drozdenko said drones had struck the port of Vysotsk, which handles oil, grain, coal and liquefied natural gas.

Ukrainian Attacks on Western Russia Kill 2

Authorities in the Belgorod and Bryansk border regions reported one death each during overnight air attacks.

Yabloko Member Detained in Moscow Over Alleged Donations to Banned Org

Elena Perepelitsa was detained in connection with donations she allegedly made to a banned organization, the party said.

Ukrainian Charged in Germany Over Nord Stream Blasts

Serhii K. is accused of acting on behalf of Ukrainian government entities alongside other military personnel to sabotage the undersea pipelines in 2022...

Russian Air Barrage on Kyiv Kills At Least 18

Russia’s Defense Ministry claimed it hit military and energy facilities in Ukraine in retaliation for recent attacks on its own infrastructure.

Russian Manufacturing Returns to Growth for First Time in Over a Year

Output expanded for a second straight month, ⁠with the pace of growth quickening fractionally to its fastest since January 2025.

Russia Faces Struggle to Replace Bombers Lost in Ukrainian Drone Strikes

The Tu-95MS Bear-H and Tu-22M3 Backfire bombers that were hit have been out of production for decades.

U.S. Citizen Joseph Tater Leaves Russia After Arrest and Psychiatric Treatment – TASS

Tater was reportedly one of nine Americans being held in Russia that Washington wanted returned in a prisoner exchange.

Russia to Repair Damaged Bombers, Deputy Foreign Minister Says

“[The planes] were not destroyed, but damaged. They will be restored,” Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov said.

6 Go on Trial Over London Arson Attack Blamed on Russia's Wagner Group

The attack was carried out on a business in London involved in shipping goods to Ukraine.

Putin Tells Trump Russia Has to Respond to Ukrainian Attacks

"It was a good conversation, but not a conversation that will lead to immediate Peace," Trump said.

Kremlin Tempers Expectations for Ukraine Peace Talks, Says It Awaits Kyiv’s Response to Proposals

"The issue of a peace settlement is extremely complex. There are many nuances," top spokesman Dmitry Peskov told reporters.

Russian Drone Attacks on Ukraine Kill 1, Injure Several Others

The attacks came hours after Russian and Ukrainian delegations met in Turkey for peace talks.

Overnight Ukrainian Drone Attacks on Russia Spark Fires, Disrupt Highway Traffic

Russia's Defense Ministry said it destroyed a total of 162 Ukrainian drones between Sunday evening and Monday morning.

Kremlin Says It Hopes to Discuss Ceasefire Conditions With Ukraine Next Week

But Ukraine has said it wants to see Russia's proposals for a peace deal before it sends a delegation to Turkey on Monday.

Trump Special Envoy Says Russian Concerns Over NATO Enlargement ‘Fair’

Keith Kellogg told ABC News that NATO membership for Ukraine “is not on the table, and we’re not the only country that says that.”

No Sign of Russian Preparations to Restart Zaporizhzhia, IAEA Official Says

Previous reports said that Russia is building power lines to connect the Zaporizhzhia plant to its own grid.

U.S. Judge Grants Russian Researcher Bail in Immigration Case

A judge ruled that immigration authorities detained Ksenia Petrova in February and canceled her visa without any factual or legal basis for doing so.

Russia Says It’s Ready to Present Peace Memorandum to Ukraine on June 2 in Istanbul

Russia’s delegation is ready to present the memorandum to the Ukrainian side and to provide necessary clarifications, Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov...

Trump Envoy Slams Medvedev for ‘Stoking Fears of WWIII’

“Stoking fears of WWIII is an unfortunate, reckless comment... and unfitting of a world power,” Keith Kellogg wrote on X.

Russia Amassing 50,000 Troops for Sumy Offensive, Zelensky Says

Ukraine’s president said he believes Moscow wants to launch a new offensive in Sumy as a way to "push out" his troops on the Kursk front.

Pro-Russian Hackers Broke Into Police and NATO Networks, Dutch Intel Says

The group, nicknamed Laundry Bear by the security agencies, was most likely supported by the Russian state, Dutch authorities said.

Ukrainian Governor Says Russian Forces Captured 4 Villages in Sumy Region

Sumy region Governor Oleh Hryhorov said the advance was part of Russia's efforts to create a "buffer zone" near the border.

Kremlin Says It’s Still Working on Draft Peace Memorandum

"This is a serious draft, a draft of a serious document that demands careful checks and preparation," spokesman Dmitry Peskov said.

Ruble Steadies Around 80 Against the Dollar

The ruble has strengthened by over 40% against the dollar this year amid easing tensions with the U.S. and a tight monetary policy.

Trump Says Putin Has ‘Gone Absolutely CRAZY’ After Russia Steps Up Air Attacks

"I don't know what's wrong with him. What the hell happened to him? Right? He's killing a lot of people," Trump told reporters.

Lavrov Says Vatican Is Not an Appropriate Venue for Peace Talks With Ukraine

Russia's Foreign Minister said it would be "a bit inelegant for Orthodox countries to use a Catholic platform to discuss" ending the war.

Poland Intervenes as Russian 'Shadow Fleet' Ship Spotted Near Power Cable

The 600-megawatt undersea cable allows Poland and Sweden to rely on cross-border supplies when electricity is cheaper in the other system.

Russian Missile Strike on Ukrainian Shooting Range Kills 6 Servicemen

Russia's Defense Ministry claimed that the missile attack in the Sumy region killed up to 70 military personnel, including 20 instructors.

Russia Releases Greek-Owned Tanker After Brief Detention – Estonian Media

The Green Admire appeared to be en route to Rotterdam in the Netherlands after leaving the Gulf of Finland.

Russian Court Fines Apple for Violating 'LGBT Propaganda' Law

Russia in 2023 widened restrictions on the promotion of "non-traditional sexual relations" amid a broader crackdown on LGBTQ+ rights.

EU Likely to Propose Lowering G7 Price Cap on Russian Oil to $50 Per Barrel

European officials plan to recommend the lower price cap at a meeting of G7 finance ministers in Canada later this week.

Estonia Says Russia Detained Greek-Owned Tanker in Gulf of Finland

The ship, Green Admire, was leaving Sillamae port using a designated navigation channel that crosses Russian territorial waters.

Telegram Founder Durov Says He Rejected Western Request to ‘Silence’ Conservative Voices in Romania

“A Western European government… approached Telegram, asking us to silence conservative voices in Romania ahead of today’s presidential elections...

Russia to Launch ICBM Sunday as Show of Intimidation, Ukrainian Intelligence says

Ukraine’s GUR intelligence agency claimed on Telegram that Russia planned to launch an ICBM as part of a “training and combat” launch Sunday.

European Leaders to Speak With Trump Before Putin Call, Merz Says

Speaking to reporters after Pope Leo XIV’s inaugural mass, Merz said that he, along with the leaders of Britain, France and Poland, aimed to speak with...

Russia Launches War’s Largest Drone Attack Just Days After Peace Talks, Ukraine Says

One person was killed and parts of Ukraine were under an air raid alert for nine hours, with authorities saying Russia launched 273 drones.

Trump Says He Will Call Putin and Zelensky on Monday

The U.S. president, who said he will also speak to "various members" of NATO, expressed hope that the calls would lead to a ceasefire in Ukraine.

Putin-Zelensky Meeting Possible After ‘Agreements’ Reached

Top spokesman Dmitry Peskov said the two sides need to achieve "certain results in the form of agreements" before a face-to-face meeting.

Russian Drone Attack in Sumy Kills 9, Ukraine says, Just Hours After Peace Talks

Ukrainian police posted photos of a dark blue minibus nearly completely destroyed, with the roof torn off and the windows blown out.

Eurasian Economic Union Free Trade Deal With Iran Goes Into Effect

The estimated average tariff applied by Iran to Russian goods under the deal will fall to 5.2% from the current 16.7%, officials said.

Estonia Says Russian Military Jet Violated Airspace After Attempt to Detain ‘Shadow Fleet’ Tanker

"The Russian Federation sent a fighter jet to check the situation, and this fighter jet violated NATO territory for close to one minute," Estonian Foreign...

Germany Arrests 3 Ukrainians Accused of Plotting Sabotage for Russia

Prosecutors said the men were "strongly suspected" of planning the shipment of exploding packages at locations across Europe.

India Approves More Russian Insurers to Provide Marine Cover

India now recognizes eight Russian entities eligible to provide protection and indemnity coverage for ships.

UN Aviation Body Rules Russia Downed Malaysian Airliner

The Council of the International Civil Aviation Organization plans to consider what form of reparation is in order in the coming weeks.

Iran Preparing for Putin Visit, Tehran Says

"Putin's trip to Tehran is currently being worked out, preparations are underway," an Iranian spokesperson told Russian state media.

Germany Says Russia Has Hours to Abide by Ceasefire or Face Sanctions

"The clock is ticking," a German government spokesperson said at a news conference on Monday.

Head of Russia's Orthodox Church Tells Worshippers to Stay Home

Patriarch Kirill told believers Sunday to worship from home to minimize the coronavirus' spread.

Moscow Mayor Says Coronavirus Outbreak Has Entered New Phase

Moscow now has over a 1,000 coronavirus cases as authorities continue to urge residents to stay home.

Russia to Close Borders to Curb Coronavirus

The measure will come into force on March 30 at all vehicle, rail and pedestrian checkpoints, and apply to maritime borders.

Russia Thanks 'Real Friend' Jack Ma for Gift of a Million Virus Masks

The co-founder of Chinese e-commerce giant Alibaba said he was touched by Moscow's own help to China.

Russia Sends Ship With Military Ambulances Towards Syria After Virus Outbreak

Syria reported its first case of coronavirus on Sunday.

Russians Urged to Reject Cash to Slow Coronavirus Spread

Authorities worry banknotes are acting as a vector for the coronavirus outbreak.

MH17 Trial Suspended Until June, Giving Defense More Time to Prepare

Three Russians and one Ukrainian face preliminary charges of murder and of causing an aircraft to crash.

Russia to Use Cellphones to Track People at Risk of Coronavirus

The Kremlin said the measure was legal and part of measures Russia is taking to try to halt spread of the virus.

Russia and Turkey Cut Short Joint Patrol in Syria's Idlib

The two nations are trying to uphold a ceasefire agreement in the region.

Russia to Build More Coronavirus Hospital Units on Chinese Model

Russia, which has reported relatively few cases of the disease, is readying its healthcare system for a possible spike.

Putin's Relative Launches Political Party

A relative of Vladimir Putin is heading a conservative political party called People of Business.

Moscow Bar Mixes 'Coronavirus' Cocktail to Soothe Outbreak Woes

The bar says it should be consumed when one is overtaken by the desire to stock up on toilet paper and buckwheat.

Trump Advisor to Attend Russia's Victory Day Parade

Amid political tensions and public health concerns, National Security Advisor Robert O'Brien will travel to Moscow for the May 9 celebration.

Russian Courts Put Most Work on Pause Over Coronavirus

The decision by the Supreme Court comes as authorities take measures to prevent the spread of the coronavirus pandemic.

Putin Is Being Protected From Coronavirus Around the Clock, Says Kremlin

The Kremlin says the president's medical care is of an "exceptionally high level."

Dutch MH17 Trial to Continue Behind Closed Doors Due to Coronavirus

The trial in the Netherlands over the downing of Flight MH17 will continue behind closed doors due to the coronavirus outbreak.

Russia Temporarily Bans Entry of Foreigners Amid Coronavirus Outbreak

The ban will not apply to diplomatic representatives, airplane crew members and some other categories of people.

Russia to Launch $4Bln Fund in Attempt to Shield Economy From Coronavirus Shock

The ruble and Russian stock market have plunged substantially in light of the coronavirus epidemic.