The Latest Breaking News from Russia

Putin claims he’s back in control. Russia’s elite isn’t so sure

MOSCOW: Vladimir Putin tried this week to show he was firmly in control after the dramatic attempted mutiny by mercenary commander Yevgeny Prigozhin.

The Times of India · Jun 28, 2023

Nato warning over Wagner troops in Belarus

Nato has issued a stark warning that the presence of Russia’s Wagner Group in Belarus could create issues for the bloc’s Eastern European members.

The Week · Jun 28, 2023

Top Russian general arrested after going missing amid claims he knew about Wagner mutiny

It is alleged that General Sergei ‘Armageddon’ Surovikin is being held at the Lefortovo pre-trial detention centre over a plot to oust defence minister Sergei Shoigu

Daily Mirror · Jun 28, 2023

Four children among 11 killed in missile strike on Ukraine pizza restaurant

At least 56 people injured when Russian rocket hit packed restaurant in eastern city of Kramatorsk

The Guardian - UK · Jun 28, 2023

The Russian coup-that-wasn’t fell flat. The next one might not

While some analysts have argued that Putin’s rule was never truly threatened, Putin’s actions suggest he believed otherwise

The Guardian - US · Jun 28, 2023

When is the Wimbledon draw and what are the seeds?

Everything you need to know ahead of the Wimbledon main draw at the All England Club

The Independent UK · Jun 28, 2023

Ukraine defence minister expects Nato guarantee for after war

Exclusive: Oleksii Reznikov says entry to alliance non-negotiable and pledges need to be made now

The Guardian - UK · Jun 28, 2023

Why are Russian and Belarusian players allowed back at Wimbledon?

Top players such as Aryna Sabalenka and Daniil Medvedev are back after the All England Club lifted its controversial ban

The Independent UK · Jun 28, 2023

Wagner debacle in Russia raises red flags for African states and how they manage their security

The brief rebellion led against the Kremlin by the head of the Wagner mercenary forces in Russia last week sent shock waves across the world.

The Conversation · Jun 28, 2023

At least 10 dead, including children, in Russian missile strike in eastern Ukraine

The pizza restaurant in the city of Kramatorsk took a direct hit on Tuesday night. The place was a popular hangout for local residents, as well as Ukrainian troops, journalists and aid workers.

WEKU · Jun 28, 2023