The Latest Breaking News from Moscow

Ukraine and Russia swap 800 prisoners in biggest exchange of war yet

President Zelenskyy said the first phase brought home 390 Ukrainians

The Independent UK · May 24, 2025

Emergency crews search Kyiv building after Russia strike injures 15

Watch as emergency workers search a building damaged by drone debris after Moscow launched its largest missile and drone attack to date on Kyiv.

The Independent UK · May 24, 2025

Europe's long, arduous battle against Russia's 'shadow fleet' is far from over

The EU has imposed several rounds of sanctions against Russia's infamous "shadow fleet". But is there more to be done?

Euronews · May 24, 2025

Merz To Visit Lithuania As Germany Helps Bolster NATO's Eastern Flank

Chancellor Friedrich Merz visits Lithuania on Thursday to mark the official formation of Germany's first permanent overseas military unit since World War II, aimed at bolstering NATO's eastern flank against a hostile Russia.

International Business Times · May 22, 2025

Finland ‘preparing for the worst’ as Russia expands military presence near border

Head of strategy of Finnish defence forces says they are monitoring Moscow’s manoeuvring ‘very closely’

The Guardian - UK · May 21, 2025

Are direct talks between Russia and Ukraine likely to lead to peace?

Putin is trying to trick the world into thinking he’s open to a truce while boosting Moscow’s army, analysts say.

Al Jazeera · May 21, 2025

Kremlin Denies Dragging Out Ukraine Peace Talks

The Kremlin on Wednesday rejected Ukrainian and European accusations that it was stalling Ukraine peace talks, saying it plans to name its conditions for a ceasefire, but declining to give a time frame.

International Business Times · May 21, 2025

Europe tightens sanctions on Russia as pressure builds on Washington

European powers have forged ahead with fresh sanctions on Russia, intensifying pressure on Moscow – and on Washington – to act decisively for a credible peace agreement in Ukraine.

Radio France Internationale · May 21, 2025

Putin visits Kursk region for first time since recapturing from Ukraine – as it happened

Kremlin said the Russian president visited the region on Tuesday and met with the interim government

The Guardian - UK · May 21, 2025

'Peace is not possible': Kyiv residents remain pessimistic over Trump-Putin talks

Ukrainian citizens view the Russian president's words to Donald Trump as a "stalling tactic," as Moscow's all-out war continues well into its fourth year.

Euronews · May 20, 2025