The Latest Breaking News from Russia

France impounds yacht owned by head of Russian state oil giant

Rosneft Chief Executive Officer Igor Sechin’s superyacht was blocked by French customs officials on the Cote D’Azur, part of the European Union’s sanctions against wealthy Russians with close ties to President Vladimir Putin.

Tribune News Service · Mar 3, 2022

Formula One Has No Plans of Holding Russian GP in Foreseeable Future

The sport confirmed on Thursday that it terminated its contract with the promotor of the Russian Grand Prix.

Sports Illustrated · Mar 3, 2022

Russian Football Union to appeal against ban imposed by FIFA and UEFA

The ban means Russia will not participate in the upcoming men’s World Cup qualifying play-offs or UEFA Women’s Euro 2022 this summer.

The Independent UK · Mar 3, 2022

Russian Football Union announces Court of Arbitration for Sport appeal against international ban

Russian football bosses have launched a Court of Arbitration appeal against the country’s international ban.

Evening Standard · Mar 3, 2022

Co-op removes Russian vodka brand from sale over Ukraine invasion

Co-op has announced it is removing a Russian vodka brand from sale with immediate effect “as a sign of solidarity with the people of Ukraine”.

Evening Standard · Mar 3, 2022

Fearing martial law or conscription, some Russians try to flee abroad

As Russian troops slowly advanced on Ukraine's capital Kyiv on Thursday, some people back in Moscow were attempting to flee to destinations abroad that have not banned flights from Russia, stomaching soaring prices in the rush to escape.

Reuters · Mar 3, 2022

Vitali Klitschko vows "not to surrender" as boxing legend speaks out from Ukraine shelter

Kyiv mayor and former boxing champion Vitali Klitschko has called on Russian people to overthrow Vladimir Putin as troops surround the city

Daily Mirror · Mar 3, 2022

Putin plans to take 'all of Ukraine', French president claims as he warns 'the worst is still to come'

Russia's president made the the comments while on the phone to France's President Macron

Manchester Evening News · Mar 3, 2022

Premier League considers "terminating" Russian TV deal in wake of Ukraine invasion

The Premier League's chief executive, Richard Masters, says agreements are "under review" over Russian rights as another sporting sanction to oppose the war

Daily Mirror · Mar 3, 2022

Lawmakers push Navy to reconsider plans in light of Ukraine - Roll Call

Lawmakers said the Navy needs to focus on immediate threats after the Russian invasion of Ukraine, such as a Chinese invasion of Taiwan.

Roll Call · Mar 3, 2022