Putin declares ‘all of Ukraine is ours’ in latest blow to peace talks Russian president also hints that Moscow stands ready to use a nuclear weapon if Kyiv’s forces use a so-called ‘dirty bomb’ The Independent UK · Jun 21, 2025
Ukraine war briefing: Putin’s claim that Ukraine is ‘ours’ is evidence of his disdain for peace efforts, says Kyiv Russian president says Russians and Ukrainians are one people – which Volodymyr Zelenskyy has repeatedly rejected – and warns Moscow could also seize Sumy city. What we know on day 1,214 The Guardian - AU · Jun 21, 2025
Russia Might Try To Take Ukrainian City Of Sumy, Putin Says Russian President Vladimir Putin said Friday he did not "rule out" his forces attempting to seize the northeastern Ukrainian city of Sumy, raising fresh doubts over the prospect of peace talks between Moscow and Kyiv. International Business Times · Jun 20, 2025
What is CREC? The Christian nationalist group has a vision for America − and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s support Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s affiliation with the Communion of Reformed Evangelical Churches – commonly called the CREC – drew attention even before his confirmation hearings in January 2025. More recently, media reports highlighted a Pentagon prayer led by Hegseth and his pastor, Brooks Potteiger, in which they praised President Donald… The Conversation · Jun 20, 2025
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,212 Here are the key events on day 1,212 of Russia’s war on Ukraine. Al Jazeera · Jun 20, 2025
Can NATO Keep Trump On-message About Russia Threat? When leaders from NATO's 32 countries gather for a summit in The Hague next week, most want to send a clear message: Russia is the main threat to their alliance. International Business Times · Jun 20, 2025
Putin says he's ready to meet Zelenskyy, but only in the 'final stage' of negotiations Russian President Vladimir Putin said that Moscow and Kyiv have agreed to hold another round of peace talks after 22 June. Euronews · Jun 19, 2025
Putin says Russia could broker Israel-Iran deal even as it ramps up attacks on Ukraine The offer to mediate between Israel and Iran comes as Russia has intensified its war against Ukraine, including striking residential buildings in Kyiv. Euronews · Jun 19, 2025
Zelenskyy calls for more pressure on Russia after deadly Kyiv missile strike Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is urging greater international pressure on Moscow following a deadly Russian missile strike that hit a Kyiv apartment building this week, killing 23 people The Independent UK · Jun 19, 2025
In its war on Ukraine, is Russia’s vast size becoming a liability? Ukraine’s retaliatory attacks are more daring than ever, striking deeper into the world’s largest country. Al Jazeera · Jun 19, 2025
Iranian regime collapse would be serious blow for Russia While some in Moscow have tried to put positive spin on Israel’s assault, Kremlin risks losing key strategic partner The Guardian - UK · Jun 18, 2025
Putin T-shirts, Robots And The Taliban -- But Few Westerners At Russia's Davos Russia's flagship economic forum kicked off Wednesday with stalls selling Vladimir Putin-themed merchandise and humanoid robots, but Westerners were few and far between -- despite warming ties between Moscow and Washington under Donald Trump. International Business Times · Jun 18, 2025
39 Pics That Perfectly Sum Up The Soviet And Post Soviet Times, As Shared On This Page If you’re fans of history, vintage aesthetics, and old-timey photography, dear Pandas, then this is the article for you. Bored Panda · Jun 18, 2025
N. Korea To Send Army Builders, Deminers To Russia's Kursk North Korea will send military builders and sappers to help restore Russia's Kursk region after Ukraine's incursion, Moscow's security chief said, in a fresh sign of deepening ties between the two countries. International Business Times · Jun 18, 2025
Evening Standard · Jun 17, 2025 UK pushes for lower Russian oil cap as PM denies coalition of the willing is dead The Prime Minister said he ‘strongly’ believes that restrictions on the price of Russian crude oil should be increased.
Al Jazeera · Jun 17, 2025 How will Russia respond to the Israel-Iran conflict? A delicate balancing act awaits Russia, one of Iran’s key allies that also maintains ties with Israel.
Bored Panda · Jun 17, 2025 Artist Criticizes Our Society By Showing Two Different Sides Of The Same Story (24 Comics) I think most of us have heard of Moscow-based illustrator Gudim Anton. He is well known for creating short paneled comic strips full of visual puns and odd quirks that offer a fresh perspective on the modern world.
Al Jazeera · Jun 17, 2025 ‘Disrespect to US’: Ukraine slams Russia’s ‘horrific’ bombardment of Kyiv Ukraine calls for focus on attacks amid diplomatic effort to raise pressure on Moscow to agree a ceasefire.
International Business Times · Jun 17, 2025 Russian Strikes Kill 14 In 'Horrific' Attack On Kyiv Russian strikes killed at least 14 people and wounded dozens in Kyiv in what Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Tuesday called "one of the most horrific attacks" on the capital.
The Guardian - UK · Jun 16, 2025 Donald Trump repeats call for Russia to be readmitted at G7 summit in Canada US president said Ukraine war would not have happened if Moscow had not been thrown out in 2014 over Crimea
We Got This Covered · Jun 16, 2025 ‘Oh, something is so not right’: Idaho 4 witnesses describe what the Moscow murder house was like after the attack No one knew what to expect.
The Conversation · Jun 16, 2025 Why is Stalin back in the Moscow metro? A statue of Soviet dictator Joseph Stalin was unveiled in the Taganskaya metro station in Moscow in May, recreating a mural that was dismantled decades ago. It is the first such statue to be erected in central Moscow since Stalin’s death in 1953 and marks a disturbing new stage in…
The Independent UK · Jun 16, 2025 Ukraine's Zelenskyy visits Austria for first time since Russia's full-scale invasion of his country Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is visiting Austria in his first trip to the European Union member country since Russia's full-scale invasion of his country in 2022
Al Jazeera · Jun 16, 2025 Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,208 Here are the key events on day 1,208 of Russia’s war on Ukraine.
The Guardian - US · Jun 15, 2025 Gathering stormclouds can’t wipe smile from Trump’s face as long-held dream of military parade is realised In scenes that could have been set in Moscow, families queued to sit in helicopters, while tanks and robot dogs paraded Constitution Avenue