The Latest Breaking News from Russia

Ukrainian trains in helmet honoring fellow athletes killed in war. IOC says it's banned for race

Ukrainian skeleton athlete Vladyslav Heraskevych will be allowed to wear a black armband at the Milan Cortina Games but the International Olympic Committee says he cannot wear a helmet painted to honor Ukrainian athletes killed in the war with Russia

The Independent UK · Feb 10

Should the EU speak directly with Putin? Leaders agree to disagree – for now

The idea of re-engaging with the Kremlin as part of the peace talks to end the war in Ukraine has sharply split EU countries, with some calling for a special envoy and others insisting that Russia make concessions first.

Euronews · Feb 10

BBC World Service faces funding cliff edge in seven weeks, says Tim Davie

As trust in Russia and China’s state broadcasters grows, director general warns of the dangers of cutting back the service

The Guardian - UK · Feb 10

EU’s von der Leyen calls for bloc to ‘deepen’ the single market – as it happened

The European Commission president said the bloc should complete more trade agreements around the world

The Guardian - UK · Feb 10

Infantino dogged by threat of Russia and fear of Trump as he heads to sweet-talk Uefa

Fifa president will be under major scrutiny when he goes to Brussels to address the Uefa annual congress on Thursday

The Guardian - UK · Feb 10

Newsletter: EU leaders raise the stakes ahead of talks on economic revival

Also in this newsletter: EU officials express reservations over Spain's decision to regularise undocumented migrants, and why the EU wants to end the price cap on Russian oil.

Euronews · Feb 10

Survey says democracies' anti-corruption efforts are slipping and raises concern about the US

Established democracies’ efforts against public-sector corruption appear to be flagging, according to a survey that serves as a barometer of perceived corruption worldwide

The Independent UK · Feb 10

From afterthought to asset: How NATO allies are reimagining their reserve forces

For governments, reservists come with three key benefits: they create mass, carry skills that can be difficult to find in the military, and build a bridge to civilian society. The goal? Boosting resilience.

Euronews · Feb 10

Russian oil revenue plummets as sanctions target Putin’s cash cow

A shadow fleet has sought to skirt around sanctions against Russia

The Independent UK · Feb 10

Ukraine-Russia war latest: Norway fears Putin could invade it next as Moscow claims gains in Zaporizhzhia

Moscow claims its forces have captured a rural settlement in Zaporizhzhia

The Independent UK · Feb 10