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Putin shrugs off fuel shortages in Russia as he ramps up attacks on Ukraine

President Vladimir Putin remains unfazed by Ukraine's attacks on Russian oil refineries, despite severe fuel shortages

The Independent UK · Jul 3

Nato set to declare Russia a 'long-term threat' amid Putin's fresh assault on Ukraine: Report

Nato leaders are expected to formally label Russia a "long-term threat" to Euro-Atlantic security at next week's summit in Ankara, as Moscow intensifies its attacks on Ukraine and President Vladimir Putin insists the war will continue until the Kremlin's objectives are achieved.

The Times of India · Jul 3

Ukraine war sparks fears of an organised crime resurgence in Russia

Following the Soviet Union’s collapse in 1991, Russia endured a period of violent criminal lawlessness known as the “wild 90s”. Organised crime spiked, with gangs taking control of banks, factories and other lucrative markets. Contract killings, shootings and car bombings became part of urban life.

The Conversation · Jul 3

Eye on Russia: Lithuania moves to scrap nuclear weapons ban as 'geopolitical situation getting worse'

Lithuania is considering removing a constitutional provision that prohibits the deployment of weapons of mass destruction on its territory, following remarks by the country's incoming prime minister who argued the restriction limits the country's ability to fully benefit from NATO's defence capabilities.

The Times of India · Jul 2

Russia ‘launched drones to spy on Britain’s nuclear sites’ during 15-month campaign

Researchers say sightings part of ‘Kremlin’s wider unconventional war on Europe’

The Independent UK · Jul 2

Russia ‘mounted drone surveillance of European nuclear sites over 18 months’

Researchers say Moscow acted with ‘substantial impunity’ in 144 incidents, including over RAF Lakenheath

The Guardian - UK · Jul 2

'Night of hell': Ukraine, Russia vow escalation after massive attack kills dozens in Kyiv

Russia launched one of its largest ever missile and drone attacks on Kyiv late on Wednesday with blasts continuing through Thursday morning killing at least 25 people. Buildings damaged in the strikes includes apartment blocks and a Red Cross warehouse filled with humanitarian supplies.

France 24 · Jul 2

Man charged with sabotage of Nord Stream gas pipeline in German court

Nord Stream is a network of pipelines running under the Baltic Sea from Russia to Germany to provide Western Europe with natural gas, meaning it provided billions to the Kremlin's coffers.

Euronews · Jul 1

Badenoch torpedoes Starmer at PMQs: 'Generals can count, the Kremlin can count, his defence plan doesn't add up'

Sketch: Deserted by Labour troops, the Prime Minister was like a tank with depleted armour and wonky tracks as he came under fire from Mrs Badenoch

Evening Standard · Jul 1

Russia turns to India for gasoline as fuel shortages deepen after Ukrainian strikes

The Kremlin said on Tuesday that it was in discussions with several countries about importing fuel at acceptable prices. One industry source said India has already shipped at least 60,000 metric tonnes of gasoline to Russia. Another source said two cargoes, each carrying between 30,000 and 40,000 tonnes, have been…

The Times of India · Jul 1