The Latest Breaking News from Russia

Priti Patel rejects call for visa waiver for Ukrainians fleeing war zone

The Home Secretary said Russian forces were ‘infiltrating’ Ukraine and she also warned that ‘extremist groups’ could threaten the UK.

The Independent UK · Feb 28, 2022

North Korea blames Ukraine crisis on 'hegemonic high-handedness' of U.S

North Korea broke its silence on Russia's invasion of Ukraine on Monday, blaming the "hegemonic policy" and "high-handedness" of the United States and the West.

Reuters · Feb 28, 2022

Putin says Ukrainian neutrality key to any settlement

Russia's Vladimir Putin told French President Emmanuel Macron on Monday that a Ukraine settlement was only possible if Kyiv was neutral, "denazified" and "demilitarised" and Russian control over annexed Crimea was formally recognised, the Kremlin said.

Reuters · Feb 28, 2022

Mid-Morning Market Update: Markets Open Lower Amid Ongoing Russia-Ukraine Conflict

U.S. stocks opened on a downbeat note this morning, amid the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict, which has led to increased US sanctions on Russia.

Benzinga · Feb 28, 2022

Trump claims there would be low gas prices and no Russia war in Ukraine if not for ‘rigged’ election

‘The world would have had no problems whatsoever,’ claims former president

The Independent UK · Feb 28, 2022

Abramovich's Ambiguity Is at the Heart of Football's Role in the Russia-Ukraine War

Shows of solidarity with Ukraine on the field are made more complicated by entanglements between clubs, organizations and Russian leadership.

Sports Illustrated · Feb 28, 2022

UK will lead on efforts to get Russia suspended from Interpol, says minister

Britain will lead international efforts to see Russia suspended from the global police agency Interpol, interior minister Priti Patel said on Monday, after the invasion of Ukraine.

Reuters · Feb 28, 2022

Ukrainian Federation Calls on FIA to Ban Russian Drivers From Racing

If the governing body grants the request, Nikita Mazepin would not be allowed to compete for Haas F1.

Sports Illustrated · Feb 28, 2022

Macron demands Russia stop offensive, says Putin agrees to halt strikes on civilians

French President Emmanuel Macron reiterated the international community's demands to halt Russia's offensive in Ukraine in a phone call with Russian President Vladimir Putin on Monday, Macron's office said.

Reuters · Feb 28, 2022

Elon Musk Offers Free EV Charging To Tesla, Other EV Owners Fleeing Ukraine

The invasion of Ukraine by Russia has led many people in the smaller Eastern European country to leave for other countries for refuge and safety.

Benzinga · Feb 28, 2022