The Latest Breaking News from Russia

Putin makes surprise trip to Chechnya for first time in 13 years - three weeks into Ukraine’s Kursk incursion

Vladimir Putin has made an unscheduled visit to Chechnya, his first trip to the mainly Muslim republic within the Russian Federation in nearly 13 years

The Independent UK · Aug 21, 2024

Putin inspects troops with Kadyrov on first Chechnya visit since 2011

The Russian president heaps praise on Chechen fighters due to head to Ukraine to support the full-scale invasion.

Al Jazeera · Aug 21, 2024

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 908

As the war enters its 908th day, these are the main developments.

Al Jazeera · Aug 21, 2024

Biden approves nuclear strategy refocusing on China threat – report

White House says plan was approved earlier this year and was not a response to a single country or threat

The Guardian - UK · Aug 20, 2024

Ukraine's parliament approves ban on Moscow-linked religious groups. One church is seen as a target

Ukraine’s parliament has banned the activities of religious groups tied to the Russian Orthodox Church or any other faith group supporting Russia’s invasion

The Independent UK · Aug 20, 2024

Ukraine's capture of hundreds of Russian conscripts in Kursk region undermines Putin's war rhetoric

In a northern Ukrainian prison, young Russian conscripts captured during Ukraine’s incursion into Russian territory await their fate. Ukraine sees them as crucial bargaining chips, while their families back in Russia are demanding their swift return.

France 24 · Aug 20, 2024

Fierce fighting in Russia as Ukrainian forces attempt to seize more territory

Pontoon bridge across Seym River blown up as Ukrainian army reportedly captures another village in Kursk region

The Guardian - UK · Aug 20, 2024

Will Grains and Oilseeds Find Bottoms?

The leading grain and oilseed futures markets have declined since the 2022 highs. After posting losses over the first half of 2024, the bearish price action continues in Q3 as corn, soybean, and soft red winter wheat futures search for bottoms.

Barchart · Aug 20, 2024

Russia's top court extends detention for Navalny's lawyers, pending trial on extremism charges

Russia’s Supreme Court has ruled to extend the pre-trial detention of three lawyers who once represented Russia’s slain opposition leader, Alexei Navalny, and are now facing charges of extremism

The Independent UK · Aug 20, 2024

Russian POWs Recount Capture As Ukraine Hopes For Quick Prisoner Swap

Some are wounded, most are very young and all want to go home. The young man, who wore checked trousers and plastic slippers, said his hope was "to be exchanged and go back home -- back home to my family".

International Business Times · Aug 20, 2024