The Latest Breaking News from Moscow

Over 1m Ukrainians without power after major Russian assault on energy system

Kyiv says the country’s largest dam and hydroelectric plant were hit as Moscow unleashed 88 missiles and 63 drones

The Guardian - UK · Mar 22, 2024

‘Maximally pragmatic’: How Central Asia navigates Russia’s war on Ukraine

Most leaders tread a careful line to avoid conflict as Moscow tries to uphold its relevance in a vast neighbourhood.

Al Jazeera · Mar 22, 2024

Renegade Nell to A Gentleman in Moscow: the seven best shows to stream this week

Sally Wainwright’s wildly enjoyable new period drama sees an ex-Derry Girl turn highway robber, while Ewan McGregor’s portrayal of a Russian aristocrat beautifully evokes the start of the 20th century

The Guardian - UK · Mar 22, 2024

‘Record falsification’: Kremlin critics decry vote won by Russia’s Putin

Although Putin’s popularity among most Russians is not in doubt, observers say the recent election was far from fair.

Al Jazeera · Mar 20, 2024

Slovakia’s opposition sounds alarm over Russia tilt as election looms

Report alleges that candidate asked Hungary to help arrange visit to Moscow in 2020 – when prime minister – to boost popularity

The Guardian - UK · Mar 19, 2024

Russia-Ukraine war: 900 Russian bombs launched at Ukraine in March, Zelenskiy says – as it happened

Russia attacking Ukraine with drones, guided bombs and missiles, says president; Kaja Kallas says spending should rise to over 3% GDP

The Guardian - UK · Mar 19, 2024

Who congratulated Putin on his election victory and what does it say about global alliances?

While the Russian election results were condemned in the west, the reaction across Asia, Africa and Latin America shows a new global dynamic is emerging

The Guardian - AU · Mar 19, 2024

Ukraine war briefing: Putin hails ‘return’ of annexed Ukrainian territories at rally

Russian president tells Red Square crowd Crimea is ‘pride of Russia’ on 10th anniversary of annexation. What we know on day 755

The Guardian - AU · Mar 19, 2024

Can Russia disconnect from the World Wide Web?

In the wake of Russia's presidential election, we take a look at Moscow's efforts to disconnect from the global internet. The Kremlin regularly expresses concerns about its dependence on the World Wide Web. In the past few years, Moscow has undertaken initiatives aimed at creating its own independent internet infrastructures.…

France 24 · Mar 18, 2024

West condemns ‘undemocratic’ Russian election as results show Putin landslide

UK, US and Germany denounce poll that was said to give president vote share of 87.28% amid crackdown on dissent

The Guardian - UK · Mar 18, 2024