The Latest Breaking News from Russia

Russia's incoming defence minister on Tuesday said that Moscow's priority was to secure victory on the battlefield against Ukraine while minimising human losses.

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Russian forces exploit vulnerabilities in Donetsk region, advancing towards key town of Pokrovsk. Ukrainian forces under pressure in Zaporizhzhia.

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For almost a month now, tens of thousands of Georgians, particularly young people, have been protesting a controversial bill on “foreign agents”. Inspired by Russia's 2012 law, the new legislation will require NGOs and media outlets to register as agents of foreign influence if 20 percent or more of their…

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Russian President Vladimir Putin has replaced Sergei Shoigu as defence minister in a cabinet shakeup that comes as the leader begins his fifth term in office.

Kremlin critic Kara-Murza's failed appeal against treason sentence in Russia sparks international concern over political dissent and human rights.

Yuri Kuznetsov, the second senior official arrested in the case, is accused of bribery after being found holding $1m.

Russian forces advance into Ukrainian villages in Kharkiv region using glide bombs, posing a serious threat to Ukrainian defenses.

President Zelensky emphasizes the critical need for air defense systems in Ukraine to counter Russian aggression.