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overnight attack
Scores of Ukrainian Drones Downed Over Annexed Crimea, Western Russia
Oleg Kryuchkov, adviser to the Kremlin-installed governor of annexed Crimea, asked residents "to remain calm."
scapegoating plan
Kremlin Orders Media, Lawmakers to Blame Armenia for Karabakh Conflict – Reports
The circulated instructions to media and officials follow Armenia’s frustration over what it sees as Russia’s failure to guarantee its security.
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In depth
Moscow Mayor’s Urban Forest 'Improvement' Sparks Grassroots Resistance
Activists risk beatings, police detention and potential criminal charges as they fight an everyday battle to stop forest clearing in their communities...
6 Min read
reintegration talks
Azerbaijan Halts 'Anti-Terrorist Operation' as Karabakh Vows to Disarm
Baku and authorities in the disputed territory of Nagorno-Karabakh said a ceasefire deal had been brokered by Russian peacekeepers.
3 Min read
CAR CLAMPDOWN
Moscow’s Last European Neighbor to Ban Russian Cars
Russian activists argued that the restrictions hurt political dissidents and Ukrainian refugees fleeing Russia alongside ordinary Russians.
1 Min read
Exploding Apartments
Residents, Rescuers Killed in Gas Blast Outside Moscow
Gas explosions are common in Russia and often affect residential buildings built in the Soviet era.
1 Min read
air disaster
Russian Warplane Crashes During Training Flight
The supersonic Su-34 fighter bomber was not equipped with weapons when it crashed in the Voronezh region, according to Russia's Defense Ministry.
1 Min read
African operation
Ukrainian Drones ‘Likely’ Hit Wagner-Backed Sudan Paramilitary – CNN
Ukrainian text is seen on at least one drone controller that appeared to direct the strikes, which bear resemblance to those seen in the war in Ukraine...
2 Min read
air defense
Russia Says 4 Ukrainian Drones Destroyed
The drones were destroyed over the Belgorod region bordering Ukraine and over the Oryol region, further toward Moscow.
1 Min read
In depth
As Nagorno-Karabakh Fighting Flares, Moscow’s Role as Security Guarantor Questioned
Azerbaijan launched a military operation in the disputed region as relations between Yerevan and Moscow appeared to have become more tense in recent weeks...
4 Min read
UNILATERAL COERCIVE MEASURES
Russia and Allies Warn UN That SDGs in Jeopardy Without Sanctions Relief
Experts believe that countries advocating for the lifting of sanctions may still oppose the agreed-upon document in the following days.
3 Min read
strengthening alliance
Russia Defense Chief Shoigu Makes Iran Visit
The visit "will contribute to strengthening Russian-Iranian military ties and will be an important stage in the development of cooperation between the...
1 Min read
In depth
EU's Russian Car Ban Set to Hinder Fleeing Russian Dissidents, Ukrainian Refugees
Critics of the measure say it is likelier to affect ordinary people than the officials and elites responsible for the war.
4 Min read
In depth
Explainer: Reports of Kadyrov’s Death May Have Been Greatly Exaggerated
Rumors of a decline in the Chechen leader’s health appear to stem from unconfirmed quotes and conflicting claims on Telegram.
5 Min read
DIPLOMATIC WARNINGS
Seoul Summons Russian Ambassador After Kim-Putin Summit
Seoul warned the Ambassador against Russia forming military ties with North Korea.
2 Min read
ruling unchanged
Russian Court Rejects U.S. Reporter Gershkovich’s Appeal of Extended Detention
Evan Gershkovich will remain in custody until at least Nov. 30 after his appeal was rejected.
1 Min read
QUESTIONABLE DEALINGS
Turkey Imports, Resells Coal from Russia-Annexed Ukrainian Regions – Reuters
Though Turkey refuses to recognize Donetsk and Luhansk as Russian, it has not imposed trade restrictions like fellow NATO members.
1 Min read
new offensive
Azerbaijan Launches Military Operation Against Karabakh
Russia's Foreign Ministry said it was given "minutes" notice of the start of Azerbaijan's operation.
4 Min read
EKHO ELECTION
Kremlin Eyes Liberal Venediktov as Putin’s 2024 Rival – Vedomosti
Having the former editor of Ekho Moskvy on the ballot is thought to be able to increase voter turnout and demonstrate widespread support for Putin’s...
2 Min read
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