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Putin replaces his defense minister as he starts his 5th term in office

Putin proposed Andrei Belousov, who until recently served as the first deputy prime minister, to replace Sergei Shoigu in a Cabinet shakeup.

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Andrei Belousov: Putin's Pick For Russian Defence Minister

Andrei Belousov appointed as Russia's defence minister amid Ukraine crisis, facing challenges and drawing mixed international reactions.

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Russia’s Putin to remove Sergei Shoigu as defence minister

President proposes Andrei Belousov as defence minister with Sergei Shoigu to become secretary of Security Council.

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Russian President Putin Replaces Defense Minister With Civilian Belousov

Putin replaces Defense Minister Shoigu with civilian Belousov to focus on defense innovation amidst rising military spending. Shoigu appointed as Secretary...

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Putin Removes Defence Minister Shoigu

Putin proposed economist Andrey Belousov as Shoigu's replacement, according to a list of the ministerial nominations published by the Federation Council, Russia's upper house of parliament.

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Putin Suggests New Defense Minister, Shoigu Replacement

Putin's proposal to replace Sergei Shoigu as Russia's defense minister sparks speculation and interest domestically and internationally.

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Putin Proposes Surprise Reshuffle, Moving Defence Chief Shoigu

Putin's proposal to reshuffle defense chief Shoigu amidst Ukraine crisis sparks speculation and scrutiny.

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Several hospitals in Delhi, IGI Airport receive bomb threats

Bomb threats via email target eight hospitals and Indira Gandhi International Airport in Delhi, traced to Russia.

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Russia's Shoigu: Political Survivor Blamed For Ukraine Setbacks

Sergei Shoigu, who is being replaced as Russia's defence minister, spearheaded Moscow's offensive in Ukraine and has been the country's longest-serving minister, as well as being one of Vladimir Putin's few close friends.

International Business Times

Vladimir Putin's surprise reshuffle sign of 'serious instability' in Kremlin, says ex-MI6 intelligence officer

Sergei Shoigu, defence minister of 12 years, has been appointed secretary of Russia’s security council

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'Live A Bit More': Kharkiv Region Residents Flee Russian Attacks

Lyuda Zelenskaya and Liuba Konovalova, both in their 70s, held each other through "terrifying" Russian attacks on their village near Vovchansk in Ukraine's Kharkiv region, where Russia launched a surprise ground offensive.

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Ukraine’s military chief admits ‘difficult situation’ in Kharkiv region

General Syrskii says situation in northeastern oblast ‘significantly worsened’ this week as Russian forces advance.

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Former Albanian President Urges U.S. To Remember Western Balkans

Former Albanian President Meta raises concerns about U.S. neglect of Western Balkans and Russian interference, urging continued American engagement.

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Seven killed in 'Ukrainian missile strike' on Russian apartment block

Russian officials say 17 people were also injured in the attack on Belgorod, while others were thought to be trapped in the rubble

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Ukraine facing ‘difficult’ situation in Kharkiv region, military chief says

Ukrainian commander admits his forces are on the back foot as Russia claims to have taken more villages

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Thousands flee Kharkiv area amid Russia's renewed ground offensive in Ukraine

Photos showed elderly civilians being helped into evacuation vehicles with their pets and belongings

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Lithuania set for presidential election run-off with incumbent Nausėda clear favourite

Results put Gitanas Nausėda ahead but he will face Ingrida Šimonytė in a run-off election on 26 May

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Vladimir Putin's Russian spies 'recruiting far-right activists to carry out terror attacks in UK'

Britain has expelled dozens of Russian spies after the Salisbury poisonings in 2018.

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Russian Apartment Block Collapses Amid Ukrainian Shelling

Belgorod apartment block collapse due to Ukrainian shelling leads to casualties. Rescue operations ongoing in the region.

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Thousands Flee As Russia Advances In Northeast Ukraine

Russia's renewed ground offensive in Ukraine leads to civilian displacement and territorial shifts amid intense battles and strategic maneuvers.

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Russia Captures Villages In Kharkiv Region Amid New Offensive

Russia captures villages in Kharkiv region, Ukraine repels attacks. Speculation on objectives and heavy fighting reported.

International Business Times

Thousands Evacuated As Russia Pounds Ukraine Border Town

Thousands of people been evacuated from border areas in Ukraine's Kharkiv region, as Russia kept up constant strikes on a key town as part of a cross-border offensive, officials said Sunday.

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Ukraine Shelling In Belgorod Kills One, Injures 29

Cross-border shelling from Ukraine causes casualties in Belgorod, highlighting tensions between Russia and Ukraine. Diplomatic efforts are crucial to preve...

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Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 808

As the war enters its 808th day, these are the main developments.

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Lithuanians Vote In Presidential Election Amid Russian Tensions

Lithuania's presidential election, with incumbent Gitanas Nauseda leading, amid regional tensions and referendum on dual citizenship.

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