The Latest Breaking News from Moscow

Russian Authorities Destroy 45 Ukrainian Drones In Moscow Attack

Moscow faces significant drone attack by Ukrainian forces, with 45 drones destroyed. Defense systems successfully neutralize all threats.

Top News · Aug 21, 2024

Moscow comes under largest Ukrainian drone attack yet but destroys them all, Russian authorities say

Russian authorities say Moscow has come under the largest attack yet by Ukrainian drones since the start of fighting in 2022, and that it destroyed all of them

The Independent UK · Aug 21, 2024

Russia-Ukraine war: large drone attack on Moscow as Kursk incursion continues – as it happened

Mayor says no damage or casualties reported as 11 drones are downed

The Guardian - UK · Aug 21, 2024

Ukraine's parliament approves ban on Moscow-linked religious groups. One church is seen as a target

Ukraine’s parliament has banned the activities of religious groups tied to the Russian Orthodox Church or any other faith group supporting Russia’s invasion

The Independent UK · Aug 20, 2024

Ukraine MPs Vote To Ban Russia-linked Orthodox Church

Ukraine's parliament on Tuesday voted to ban the Russia-linked Ukrainian Orthodox Church, as Kyiv cuts religious, social and institutional ties with bodies it considers aligned with Moscow.

International Business Times · Aug 20, 2024

Kursk incursion lifts Ukraine’s hopes but some expect ‘nightmare’ in Donbas

Surprise offensive boosts morale among some but as evacuations are under way, Russia is advancing towards Pokrovsk.

Al Jazeera · Aug 20, 2024

Zelensky hails vote to ban Russia-linked Orthodox Church

Ukraine’s parliament on Tuesday voted to ban the Russia-linked Ukrainian Orthodox Church, a move welcomed by President Volodymyr Zelensky who said it would bolster Ukraine’s independence. Kyiv has been trying to curb religious and social links with Russia for years—a process that was accelerated by Moscow’s 2022 invasion, which the…

France 24 · Aug 20, 2024

Indian PM Modi To Visit Ukraine, Poland This Week

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Ukraine on Friday, officials said, weeks after Kyiv condemned him for hugging President Vladimir Putin during a visit to traditional ally Russia. New Delhi's foreign ministry said on Monday Modi will visit Poland on Thursday before travelling on to Ukraine the next day.

International Business Times · Aug 20, 2024

Russia Rules Out Peace Talks As Ukraine Claims Advances

The biggest attack on Russian soil since World War II has rattled Russia and penetrated several kilometres into Russia's Kursk region. President Volodymyr Zelensky said Ukraine now controls over 1,250 square kilometres (480 square miles) and 92 settlements.

International Business Times · Aug 20, 2024

India’s Modi to visit Ukraine on Friday, weeks after trip to Russia

India’s government has sought to balance close ties with both Russia and Western allies.

Al Jazeera · Aug 19, 2024