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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

Ukraine-Russia war latest: Moscow claims capture of key Ukrainian city as Putin vows more strikes

Kyiv denies Kostiantynivka has fallen

The Independent UK

Ukraine war briefing: Both sides vow to escalate fighting after Russia’s deadly Kyiv barrage

Zelenskyy says his forces will ‘definitely’ retaliate over Russian bombardment of capital as Kremlin vows to ramp up pressure. What we know on day 1,591

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Ukraine calls for air defences as Russia threatens more strikes on Kyiv after overnight attack

After an overnight assault that killed at least 20 people in Ukraine, the Kremlin stated it will increase the pace of its attacks to achieve its goals.

Euronews

How Russia used shadow fleet tankers to help spy on UK’s nuclear sites

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The Independent UK

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

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

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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

'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

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

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

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

Russia closes railway border crossings with Finland, Estonia and Latvia

In an unexpected move, Russia announced several railway border crossings with Finland, Estonia and Latvia to be “temporarily” shut down. Could this indicate an upcoming mobilisation in Russia as Moscow lacks troops for its ongoing all-out war against Ukraine?

Euronews

Ukrainian drone attacks on oil refineries plunge Russia into a summer fuel crisis

Lines are growing at Russian gas stations -- and so is the frustration and uncertainty as several months of Ukrainian attacks have set oil refineries ablaze and choked supplies for motorists across the vast country

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Fortune

A viral critique of Russia's wartime society spoke for a record-breaking number of Russians

Russia’s economy has been remarkably resilient, but it could be losing one of its most vital resources: public trust.

International Business Times UK

Putin Says Ukraine's Attacks Are Causing Fuel Shortages, But Insists Crisis Is 'Not Critical'

Putin admits Ukraine's attacks are causing fuel shortages across Russia for the first time, but insists the crisis is 'not critical' despite queues, rationing and disruptions.

International Business Times UK

Russia's Fuel Crisis Explained: Petrol Stations Erupt in Violence as Drivers Wait in Queues for 13 Hours

Ukrainian drone strikes on Russian oil refineries are causing severe fuel shortages, long queues, and economic strain in Russia. Explore the broader impact on Russia's domestic economy and daily life.

The Independent UK

Kremlin says Russia’s conditions for Ukraine peace remain unchanged

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The Guardian - AU

Ukraine war briefing: Zelenskyy ridicules Russian military drive, saying Putin keeps postponing goal deadlines

Ukrainian president says Kremlin leader has repeatedly set and deferred timelines to fully capture eastern Donbas area. What we know on day 1,588

International Business Times UK

War-Mad Putin Wildly Claims 'Everything Is Fine' as Russia Fractures Behind Closed Doors

Vladimir Putin's address at the United Russia Party Congress emphasised national unity and resilience amidst ongoing conflict and Western sanctions, reinforcing the Kremlin's narrative ahead of parliamentary elections.

The Independent UK

Zelenskyy condemns 'horrific attacks' as Russian strikes kill 8, wound 35 in Ukraine

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says Russian missiles and drones have killed at least eight civilians and injured 35 others

The Independent UK

Stray Ukrainian drones crashing onto Nato soil are price worth paying to defeat Putin, says Estonian foreign minister

‘We are not saying to Ukraine to stop it,’ said Margus Tsahkna

The Times of India

Putin rejects Ukraine's truce proposal, vows to fight until Russia achieves territorial goals

President Putin firmly dismissed Ukraine's ceasefire request, insisting that military actions will persist until Donbas and Novorossiya are fully liberated. He pointed to Ukraine's troop shortages and the success of Russian offensive operations as justification for his stance. Despite recognizing Ukrainian drone strikes on Russian targets, he maintained their limited…

Bangkok Post

Putin acknowledges fuel shortages after Ukraine strikes

MOSCOW - Russian President Vladimir Putin acknowledged that the country was suffering from "a certain shortage" of fuel in an interview published by the Kremlin Sunday, after repeated Ukrainian strikes in their four-year war.

France 24

Ukrainian strike ignites Russian oil refinery as Putin acknowledges 'difficult period'

Debris from downed Ukrainian drones sparked a blaze at a major oil refinery in Russia on Sunday, according to local authorities. This comes as Russian President Vladimir Putin said that his country was “going through a difficult period”. In recent months, Ukraine has stepped up its long-range attacks on Russian…

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