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In Photos: Occupied Ukrainian Regions Vote in 'Sham' Annexation Referendums

Russian proxies in occupied Ukraine are staging a five-day referendum to determine whether they wish to be annexed by Russia.

Voting has been underway...

call to service

In Photos: Moscow's Military Enlistment Centers Amid Mobilization

Thousands of Russian men of military age have been called up to service since President Vladimir Putin declared a "partial" military mobilization following...

Russians Protest Putin's Ukraine Mobilization, in Photos

Over 1,300 people were detained across Russia on Wednesday at rallies against the military mobilization announced earlier in the day by President Vladimir...

recaptured region

In Photos: Kharkiv Region Returns to Normalcy After Russian Occupation

Civilians return to work, reunite with their families and start to return to normal life after the Russian army's retreat.

destruction and hope

In Photos: De-Occupied Izyum Following Ukraine's Counteroffensive

"Our blue-yellow flag is already flying in the de-occupied Izyum," Zelensky wrote of his visit.

In Photos: Queen Elizabeth II and Russian Leaders Over the Decades

The longest-reigning British monarch met with several Russian and Soviet leaders during her time on the throne.

In Photos: Russia's Far East War Games With China, India

Vladimir Putin inspected the military drills on Tuesday with Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu and Armed Forces chief Valery Gerasimov.

In Photos: Mikhail Gorbachev's Funeral

Gorbachev did not receive a state funeral and most top Russian officials, including President Vladimir Putin, stayed away.

Historic encounters

In Photos: Gorbachev and Foreign Leaders

Gorbachev received the Nobel Peace prize in 1990 for his accomplishments in international relations.

burning out of control

In Photos: Wildfires Blanket Moscow in Smog

The fires affecting Moscow are concentrated in the Ryazan region, some 250 kilometers to the south.

What Do You Meme?

Memes are pure folk art: made by anyone, shared by everyone.

transformed landscape

In Photos: Ukraine After 6 Months of War

Six months after Russia invaded its pro-Western neighbor, the lives of countless Ukrainians have been changed forever.

white red and blue

In Photos: Russia Celebrates Flag Day Amid Ukraine War

Pro-war symbols appeared alongside the tricolor flag that was restored following the Soviet collapse in 1991.

de-sovietization

Countries Dismantle Soviet-Era Monuments as Russia's Ukraine Invasion Fuels Tensions

Eastern European countries are seeking to distance themselves from Russia following its invasion of Ukraine.

In Photos: Russia Shows Off Military Tech in Ukraine War's Shadow

The annual arms expo aims to sell Russia's military hardware to foreign buyers despite its lagging campaign in Ukraine.

war-torn childhood

In Photos: Ukrainian Children Live and Play Amid War

Children continue to live in wartime conditions surrounded by bombed buildings, destroyed cars and anti-tank equipment.

behind the frontlines

In Photos: Life in Occupied Ukraine

The Kremlin appears to be pushing ahead with attempts to integrate the seized areas of Ukraine into Russia.

Russia Stages Showcase Naval Parade in St. Petersburg: In Photos

Russia's naval forces went on display amid the country's ongoing offensive in Ukraine.

under war's shadow

In Photos: Russia's Invasion of Ukraine, 5 Months On

Scenes from life near the frontlines of Russia's five-month offensive, which is now focused on capturing Ukraine's eastern regions.

Intense Flooding Hits Russia's Black Sea Resort Sochi

The Black Sea resort experienced record rainfall over the weekend, washing away cars and killing at least one civilian.

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