The Latest Breaking News from Russia

Is claim Ukraine deal is ‘95% done’ just another empty assertion from Trump?

A sober observer assessing the US president’s claim may react the same way as Zelenskyy – with shock and disbelief

The Guardian - UK · Dec 29, 2025

Britain needs new defence pact with Europe amid fears Trump won’t defend it from attack, voters say

Polling for The Independent shows voters are concerned the US may not come to Britain’s aid in the event of an attack by Putin

The Independent UK · Dec 29, 2025

Russian diplomat accused of spying for CIA sentenced to 12 years in maximum security prison

This is the moment that a Russian diplomat was arrested by FSB officers after being accused of selling state secrets to the United States.

The Independent UK · Dec 29, 2025

‘Russia wants to see Ukraine succeed’: Trump insists that Putin actually has Ukraine’s best interests at heart

He's got a funny way of showing it!

We Got This Covered · Dec 29, 2025

Ukrainian POWs ‘being systematically executed’ by Russia, says top commander

One of Ukraine’s most decorated soldiers says he often intercepts transmissions in which orders to kill surrendering troops are given

The Independent UK · Dec 29, 2025

Trump's 'Very Productive' Putin Call Sparks Renewed Claims He's a 'Russian Asset'

Trump faces scrutiny after revealing a productive call with Vladimir Putin before speaking to Ukraine's president, reviving claims about his Russia ties today.

International Business Times UK · Dec 29, 2025

Kim Jong Un's 2025 Visibility Surge Tied to Growing 'Blood' Pact With Russia

Kim Jong Un made a record number of public appearances in 2025 as North Korea deepened its military and political alliance with Russia.

International Business Times UK · Dec 29, 2025

Trump Claims Ukraine Peace Talks Are Nearing Breakthrough but Admits 'Thorny' Land Disputes Remain

Trump says progress has been made with Ukraine but warns land disputes and security guarantees could still derail a final peace agreement.

International Business Times UK · Dec 29, 2025

Ukraine-Russia war latest: Trump says he was ‘very angry’ over claims Putin’s residence was attacked by drones

Kyiv hit back at claim that Putin’s Valdai residence was targeted by 91 drones

The Independent UK · Dec 29, 2025

Trump uses Zelensky peace talks to indulge in conspiracy theories about 2020 election and the ‘Russia hoax’

NEWS ANALYSIS: Trump still can’t stop talking about 2020 when Zelensky is in the room. John Bowden ponders: Will that make dragging Putin to the table impossible?

The Independent UK · Dec 29, 2025