The Latest Breaking News from Moscow

Ukrainians who grew up speaking Russian learn a new mother tongue

For many, switching from Russian to the Ukrainian language is an act of resistance.

Al Jazeera · Apr 28, 2023

Can China broker peace in Ukraine? Don’t rule it out

Xi Jinping’s courting of both Moscow and Kyiv seems to be making headway, say Rajan Menon and Daniel R DePetris of Defense Priorities

The Guardian - UK · Apr 28, 2023

Russia boosting combat readiness of its C. Asia bases to counter U.S. - defence minister

Russian Defence Minister Sergei Shoigu said on Friday that Moscow was boosting the combat readiness of its military bases in Central Asia to counter what he said were U.S. efforts to grow its presence, the RIA news agency reported.

Reuters · Apr 28, 2023

Ukraine 'tried to assassinate Vladimir Putin' using explosive-packed Kamikaze drone

Ukrainian forces launched a UJ-22 drone, laden with 17 kilograms of C4 plastic explosives, from Ukraine on Sunday with the aim of reaching a newly built industrial estate near Moscow where Vladimir Putin was due to visit

Daily Mirror · Apr 27, 2023

Analysis: China's Ukraine plan mixes peace, self-interest

Chinese leader Xi Jinping’s plan to send an envoy to Ukraine allows his government to deflect criticism of its support for Moscow and pursue a bigger role as a diplomatic force, but Xi faces daunting obstacles if he is serious about trying to help end the 14-month-old war

The Independent UK · Apr 27, 2023

Russia demands full implementation of Black Sea grain deal

Only its full implementation can save the Black Sea grain deal from collapse, Russia's foreign ministry said on Thursday, reaffirming Moscow's dissatisfaction with an accord that aims to prevent a global food crisis.

Reuters · Apr 27, 2023

Concern as Russia sets up fighting positions on top of Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant reactor buildings

Ministry of Defence warns of development at Europe’s biggest power plant as Moscow becomes increasingly concerned about a Ukraine counteroffensive

Evening Standard · Apr 27, 2023

Xi holds first call with Zelensky since Russia’s invasion – and promises delegation to Kyiv

Beijing is trying to bolster its claim to be a neutral peacemaker, but in reality, China’s president has provided plenty of diplomatic cover for Vladimir Putin

The Independent UK · Apr 26, 2023

Ukrainians Mark Chernobyl Disaster amid Nuclear Threats

Workers at the Chernobyl nuclear power plant on Wednesday marked the 37th anniversary of the world's worst nuclear disaster amid an ongoing war and nuclear threats, somberly laying flowers at a monument for victims. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy used the day to repeat his warnings about the potential threat of…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Apr 26, 2023

Western anger over China’s ambiguity on Ukraine cannot hide growing divisions in EU over support for Kyiv

Much like Washington’s stance on Taiwan, China’s position on the invasion of Ukraine has been one of “strategic ambiguity”. China has consistently emphasised the importance of sovereignty and territorial integrity while failing to condemn the invasion and reassuring Moscow of its “friendship without limits”.

The Conversation · Apr 26, 2023