Russia
The latest on Russia. The largest country in the world by territory, Russia is one of the most populous countries in the world and is the most populous in Europe. Currently led by President Vladimir Putin, the government is comprised of three branches: the legislative, the executive, and the judiciary. Relations between Russia and the United States are often at odds, with tensions dating back decades.
Ukraine drones target 16 Russian regions in "largest" attack of war
"It is entirely justified for Ukrainians to respond to Russian terror by any means necessary to stop it," the Ukrainian president said.
Explosions rock Kyiv as Russian missiles strike orphanage in Sumy
Videos showed the devastating aftermath of an overnight Russian missile barrage targeting northern Ukraine towns and the capital.
Russia warns Kremlin changing nuclear war policy in response to West
Recent weeks have seen Ukraine launch its own counteroffensive into Kursk—marking the first time Russian territory has been seized since World War II.
Ukraine's incursion may be slowing Russia's advance: analysts
Kyiv's assault in Russia's Kursk Oblast is forcing Moscow to divert some front-line troops from eastern Ukraine.
Moscow fire sends huge plumes of smoke over downtown
The blaze comes amid a spate of fires that have hit Russian energy and military sites, grabbing headlines and being widely shared on social media.
Trump claims Ukraine war has killed "a million"—here are the facts
Donald Trump told Dr. Phil that he'd have prevented Ukraine conflict, adding "you'd have a million people living right now."
Zelensky fires Ukraine's air force commander after F-16 crash
The order to dismiss the commander was published on Ukraine's presidential website.
NATO ally sounds alarm on "risks" of nuclear war with Russia
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan warned that nuclear weapons may be used if the Russia-Ukraine war continues.
Kursk invasion map reveals where Russia has recaptured territory
President Vladimir Putin's troops are reported to have taken back some of the Kursk region, three weeks into Ukraine's incursion.
US experts search for answers in Ukrainian F-16 crash
U.S. experts have joined a Ukrainian investigation into the crash of an F-16 fighter jet that went down earlier this week.
Ukraine Says Russian Bomb Hit Playground
Video on social media shows multiple cars burning and thick plumes of black smoke towering over the sky.
Russian trust in Putin falls to record 2024 low amid Kursk incursion: poll
The Levada's Center's poll was conducted just over two weeks into Ukraine's incursion into the Kursk region.
Chinese armored car shows up on Russian streets
Moscow has been exercising its greater security authority by beefing up its tactical vehicle fleet this summer.
Russia suffers "losses" after tank push in city: "Retreated"
Russia was forced to retreat from the embattled front line town of Vovchansk in Ukraine's northeast, Kyiv's military said.
US spy plane maps Russia's radars
The American reconnaissance aircraft, U.S. Air Force RC-135U, flew near the far northwest part of Russia on Thursday.
Ukraine F-16 crash may have been friendly fire: Reports
Kyiv said the F-16 crashed on Monday during a mission to "repulse" Russian missiles.
China and Russia to expand scientific cooperation in Arctic: report
The plan for more Arctic ties with strategic ally Russia comes as China sends record number of icebreakers and engages in potential dual-use military research.
Netherlands Says Ukraine Can Use Its F-16s To Strike Russian Territory
Dutch military officials say Ukraine may use its weaponry "as it wishes" for attacks on Russian soil.
EU's top diplomat calls on Ukraine allies to allow strikes within Russia
Weapons from allies are "useless" if Ukraine isn't permitted use them for strikes inside Russia, says the EU's Josep Borrell.
Russian spy chief issues nuclear warning about US
Sergey Naryshkin says the U.S. is "trying to bring imbalance to the system of international security," in the nuclear sphere.
Putin's high-level purge continues as ex-deputy defense minister arrested
Russia's former Deputy Defense Minister Pavel Popov was taken to a Moscow court in handcuffs on Thursday.
China's icebreakers challenge US staying power on Arctic frontier
China has three icebreaking ships operating in the Arctic for the first time.
North Korean's Kim Jong Un buys favorite race horses from Russia
It was the first known delivery of Russia's celebrated Orlov Trotters to the reclusive country since 2022.
Russia accuses west of free speech hypocrisy over Telegram founder's arrest
Russia has criticized the West for remaining "deathly silent" over the recent arrest of Telegram founder Pavel Durov.
Joe Biden moves to Russia in new TV comedy
The show, set to premiere in 2025, will see the president forced to live in a Soviet-era apartment and work as an English teacher.
Russia deploys prized Pantsir system to defend Crimea bridge—report
The Kerch Strait Bridge was struck by Ukraine in October 2022 and again in July 2023.
Belarus scrambles jet to destroy Russian drone for "first time"—report
A drone entered Belarus' airspace, prompting the deployment of a Belarusian Air Force fighter, according to reports.
Explosions rock Kyiv for third time in one week
"Ukraine's ability to maintain their defenses requires increased supply and more support," the NATO secretary-general said.
US Fits Ukrainian F-16s With 'Electromagnetic Warfare' Kit
F-16s destined for Ukraine have been equipped with cutting edge "electronic warfare" capabilities, giving Kyiv a major advantage in the ongoing conflict.
Ukraine strikes distant Russian region for first time
The Ukrainian drone strike caused fires at two oil depots 700 miles into Russia, according to a report.
