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Vladimir Putin embarks on his sixth presidential term amid criticism of the fairness of his re-election. [ more ]

Vladimir Putin sworn in for fifth term amidst Western boycott and criticism. [ more ]

Ukrainian counterintelligence foiled Russian plot to assassinate President Zelenskiy. [ more ]

Ukrainian authorities foiled a Russian plot to assassinate President Zelenskyy, revealing deep-seated animosity between the two countries. [ more ]

Vladimir Putin maintains a strong grip on power in Russia amidst strained relations with the West over the war in Ukraine. [ more ]

Ukraine uncovers a network of Russian spies plotting against President Zelenskyy. Russia draws parallels between WWII victory and Ukraine conflict. [ more ]

Putin orders Russian military to hold nuclear weapons drills in response to Western comments. [ more ]

French President Macron welcomes China's commitment to refrain from selling arms to Russia amid war in Ukraine. [ more ]

Many Indian nationals were misled into fighting for the Russian forces in the Russia-Ukraine war by a YouTuber promising non-combat roles for good salaries. [ more ]

An American soldier, Staff Sgt. Gordon Black, has been arrested in Russia, accused of criminal misconduct. [ more ]

An American soldier, Staff Sgt Gordon Black, has been arrested in Russia for criminal misconduct and is receiving consular support from the US State Department. [ more ]

Russia plans military exercises near Ukraine to practice potential use of tactical nuclear weapons, escalating tensions with the West. [ more ]

The Victory Day military parade in Moscow commemorates Nazi Germany's surrender in WWII, includes soldiers who fought in Ukraine, and Putin is expected to defend the war in Ukraine. [ more ]

Members of Russian America for Democracy in Russia rallied in Brooklyn against Putin's Russia as a terrorist state. [ more ]

The EU reached a deal to use 4.4bn windfall profits from Russia's frozen assets to aid Ukraine, resolving disputes on taxation and management costs. [ more ]

EU looks to China for help in resolving Ukraine-Russia conflict and curbing Iranian weapons proliferation. [ more ]

President Putin accuses the West of risking global conflict with response to Ukraine invasion. [ more ]

Putin warns the West of risking global conflict and asserts Russian strategic forces are combat-ready. [ more ]

Belarus will join Russia in a tactical nuclear exercise in response to Western aggression. [ more ]

Ukrainian perspective on not compromising with Russia for peace due to Putin's nature and changes in Ukrainian society. [ more ]

Britain escalates diplomatic feud with Russia by expelling diplomat and closing facilities. [ more ]

Russia's Victory Day ceremony reflects Putin's attempt to project normalcy amidst the prolonged war. [ more ]

An American soldier, Staff Sgt. Gordon Black, has been arrested in Russia, highlighting the complexities and risks of military personnel behavior while stationed abroad. [ more ]

Finnair suspended flights to Tartu due to GPS jamming by Russia, impacting travel options for Estonian residents via Helsinki. [ more ]

Russia targeted critical infrastructure in Ukraine with missiles and drones, causing destruction but no casualties. [ more ]

Criticism from the West towards Putin's fifth term presidency legality and manner. [ more ]

One main point from the article is the detention of a 35-year-old U.S. Army soldier in Russia while visiting his girlfriend without official permission. [ more ]

Expulsion of Russian defence attache due to undeclared military intelligence role amid sanctions escalation. [ more ]

UK expelled an undeclared Russian military intelligence officer, imposed restrictions on Russian diplomatic visas, and removed diplomatic protection status from Russian properties. [ more ]

Putin appoints Sergei Shoigu to lead Russia's security and defense council, replacing him as defense minister.

The move signifies a major government shake-up in the Kremlin's security team. [ more ]

Russian forces attacked near Kharkiv, attempting to open a new front despite initial repulsion by Ukrainian forces. [ more ]

Protesters in Georgia rally against a foreign agents bill resembling Russian legislation. [ more ]

President Putin reshuffles cabinet, appoints Andrei Belousov as new defense minister, signaling continuity in Russia's military strategy. [ more ]

Brinkmanship in Ukraine may be reaching its limit, creating a potential opening for diplomacy. [ more ]

Russia intensifies ground offensive in northeast Ukraine, causing civilian displacement and escalating conflict. [ more ]

Ukrainians see Russian public's support for Putin as complicity in the war, losing faith in Good Russians narrative. [ more ]

Analysts predict Belousov will enhance Russia's military capabilities as Ukraine struggles. [ more ]

Russia is having tactical success in its assault on northeastern Ukraine's Kharkiv region. [ more ]

Kremlin prioritizes war economy with trusted technocrats appointed to manage military budgets. [ more ]

Russia and China deepen relationship amidst Russia's offensive in Ukraine. [ more ]

Putin expresses gratitude to China for their efforts in finding a solution to the war in Ukraine. [ more ]

Ukraine's troops withdrew from north-east areas under Russian pressure, with US rushing to resupply arms. Zelenskiy postponed foreign trips amidst serious threat. [ more ]

Ukraine faces potential loss of strategic city Kharkiv to Russian forces. [ more ]

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken visits Kyiv, Ukraine, delivers aid package against Russia's offensive. [ more ]

Russia escalates aggression in Ukraine by opening a new front in the north, prompting Kyiv's response on Russian energy infrastructure. [ more ]

Russia and China deepen military ties as Putin meets Xi Jinping in Beijing. [ more ]

China and Russia showcase strong partnership despite international pressure. [ more ]

China and Russia present a united front but have different agendas, with Mr. Putin seeking support for the war in Ukraine and Mr. Xi aiming to balance strategic partnerships while avoiding alienating the West. [ more ]

Mr. Putin relies on China's support for diplomatic cover and financial assistance amidst Western sanctions over the Ukraine conflict. [ more ]

Putin's visit to Beijing emphasizes the strengthening relationship between Russia and China amidst international pressure. [ more ]