Two Russians Get Heavy Prison Terms For Poetry Against Ukraine Campaign A Moscow court on Thursday sentenced two men to long prison terms for reading poems against the assault on Ukraine. International Business Times · Dec 28, 2023
Russian court bans anti-war candidate from election as Putin’s grip on power tightens Yekatrina Duntsova is third opposition figure to be sidelined since Putin announced next presidential term The Independent UK · Dec 28, 2023
Russia-Ukraine war: Zelenskiy says security of Ukraine, Europe and US relies on forceful response to Russia – as it happened Ukraine president thanks US for final aid package under current US legislation The Guardian - AU · Dec 28, 2023
Indian foreign minister meets Vladimir Putin despite western concerns India-Russia relationship, rooted in defence collaborations, is increasingly facing strains amid concerns that Moscow’s pariah status may drive it closer to China The Independent UK · Dec 28, 2023
Thursday briefing: Ukrainians believe they can win, but a breakthrough in 2024 looks remote In today’s newsletter: With US support uncertain and the world’s attention drifting, what will happen next in Ukraine? The Guardian - UK · Dec 28, 2023
Rapper at ‘almost naked party’ jailed in Russia as part of Putin anti-gay crackdown Party organiser Anastasia Ivleeva under investigation for alleged tax evasion The Independent UK · Dec 28, 2023
Takeaways from AP investigation into Russia's cover-up of deaths caused by dam explosion in Ukraine An AP investigation has found that Russian occupation authorities vastly and deliberately undercounted the dead in one of the most devastating chapters of the 22-month war in Ukraine — the flooding that followed the catastrophic explosion that destroyed the Kakhovka Dam in the southern Kherson region The Independent UK · Dec 28, 2023
AP concludes at least hundreds died in floods after Ukraine dam collapse, far more than Russia said An AP investigation has found that Russian occupation authorities vastly and deliberately undercounted the dead in one of the most devastating chapters of the 22-month war in Ukraine — the flooding that followed the catastrophic explosion that destroyed the Kakhovka Dam in the southern Kherson region The Independent UK · Dec 28, 2023
Modi 'willing to do his utmost' to resolve Russia-Ukraine issue: President Putin invites PM to visit Russia In a significant diplomatic move, Russian President Vladimir Putin has extended an invitation to Prime Minister Narendra Modi to visit Russia next year. This invitation, conveyed during a meeting with external affairs mnister S Jaishankar at the Kremlin, underscores the enduring strategic partnership between India and Russia amidst a complex… The Times of India · Dec 28, 2023
Stunning images reveal Ukraine's airstrike destroys Russian warship Get an inside look at the ongoing conflict between Ukraine and Russia, with stunning new images of a destroyed warship and updates on the battle lines. Top News · Dec 28, 2023
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 673 As the war enters its 673rd day, these are the main developments. Al Jazeera · Dec 28, 2023
Indian foreign minister in Moscow meets Putin and Lavrov, praises growing trade India’s foreign minister has met with Russian President Vladimir Putin, who said relations between the countries are progressing even amid turbulent times The Independent UK · Dec 27, 2023
U.S. to Provide 0 Million Military Aid to Ukraine Amidst a war-torn wasteland, Ukraine waits for US aid while Russia claims victory. As the battle rages on, casualties and destruction mount. Top News · Dec 27, 2023
President Vladimir Putin invites PM Modi to visit Russia The summit between the Prime Minister of India and the Russian President is the highest institutional dialogue mechanism in the strategic partnership between the two sides. The Hindu · Dec 27, 2023
The Guardian - UK · Dec 27, 2023 Azerbaijan close to peace agreement with Armenia, officials say Azerbaijani president Ilham Aliyev has met Armenian PM Nikol Pashinyan for bilateral talks in St Petersburg
The Independent UK · Dec 27, 2023 Free Alexei Navalny from his Polar Wolf prison colony hell The opposition leader and anti-corruption campaigner is facing decades in prison on charges his supporters and the international community have denounced as politically motivated, writes Kim Sengupta. With growing concerns over his health, The Independent calls on leaders around the globe to ramp up the pressure on Putin to release…
The Independent UK · Dec 27, 2023 Russia launches renewed frontline attacks as top Ukrainian general warns of a hard year ahead Russia is making gains through the southeastern section of the front line as western military support dwindles
Top News · Dec 27, 2023 Rising Star Aigul Akhmetshina Takes on Carmen at the Met Witness the extraordinary journey of Aigul Akhmetshina, the ordinary girl from Russia's heartland, as she takes on the role of Carmen at the Met Opera.
The Independent UK · Dec 27, 2023 Young Russian mezzo bids for breakout stardom in Met's new 'Carmen' Aigul Akhmetshina says she’s a fighter — and she’s had to be to make it to the Metropolitan Opera, where she leads a new production of Bizet’s “Carmen” opening on New Year’s Eve
Top News · Dec 27, 2023 Russian Aerial Barrage Hits Ukraine, Killing Civilians and Disrupting Power Russia's relentless drone attacks and artillery bombardments in Ukraine inflict devastation, leaving casualties and power outages, as the war rages on.
International Business Times · Dec 27, 2023 Russian Pro-peace Candidate, Barred From Vote, Will Create Own Party Russian former city councillor and pro-peace politician Yekaterina Duntsova vowed to form a political party on Wednesday after authorities confirmed she would not be able to run in the elections in 2024.
The Guardian - UK · Dec 27, 2023 Yes, Ukraine can still defeat Russia – but it will require far more support from Europe By finally delivering on their promises, Kyiv’s European allies will find the benefits extend to them, too, says Jack Watling of the Royal United Services Institute
Top News · Dec 27, 2023 Russian Politician Loses Appeal to Run Against Putin in Presidential Race Yekaterina Duntsova, a Russian politician advocating for peace in Ukraine, lost her appeal to participate in the upcoming presidential election. With Presi...
Evening Standard · Dec 27, 2023 Ukraine war: Russian drone strikes knock out power in major Ukrainian city as five killed Barrage of more than 50 drone strikes knock out power in Kherson
Top News · Dec 27, 2023 Ukraine strikes Russian naval tank landing ship, strategic victory achieved Ukraine strikes a Russian naval tank landing ship, dealing a blow to Russian logistics and challenging their dominance in the Black Sea. A strategic win.