The Latest Breaking News from Vladimir Putin

Why does Russia want to block Ukraine from joining Nato?

Vladimir Putin is vehemently opposed to neighbouring Ukraine signing up to the military alliance

The Independent UK · Jan 28, 2022

Why is Turkey trying to mediate the Ukraine-Russia crisis?

The NATO member is aligned with Russia on several conflicts but also sells weapons to Ukraine.

Al Jazeera · Jan 28, 2022

Putin, Xi to Discuss European Security amid Ukraine Standoff, Says Kremlin

Russian and Chinese presidents Vladimir Putin and Xi Jinping will spend a "lot of time" discussing security in Europe and the set of demands Moscow has made of the West when they meet for talks next week, the Kremlin said on Friday. Putin will travel to China to attend the…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Jan 28, 2022

Martin Schram: Sanctions — truth or consequences

It is time for President Joe Biden to use one countermeasure to Russia’s military menace at the Ukraine border that he has so far failed to deploy. It’s way past time, in fact.

Tribune News Service · Jan 28, 2022

Russian buildup at Ukraine border includes blood for wounded, U.S. officials say

A Russian troop buildup along its border with Ukraine includes supplies of blood for the wounded, three U.S. officials told Reuters, a detail reinforcing U.S. comments that Russia "clearly" now has the capability to move on its neighbour.

Reuters · Jan 28, 2022

US government fears dirty money in ‘Londongrad’ would kneecap sanctions on Russia

US diplomats have expressed ‘dismay and frustration’ at the government’s failings, according to reports

The Independent UK · Jan 28, 2022

What is happening between Russia and Ukraine and how does it impact Ireland?

The Department of Transport issued a Marine Notice advising all seafarers to remain a safe distance away from the exercises as fishermen say the Russian ambassador has reassured them that the exercises will be safe

Irish Mirror · Jan 28, 2022

Latest Ukraine updates: Zelenskyy urges no ‘panic’ over tensions

Latest Ukraine news from January 28: President calls on the West to avoid creating ‘panic’ as Russia tensions simmer.

Al Jazeera · Jan 28, 2022

Commentary: Ukraine is a test for Biden’s foreign policy doctrine

President Joe Biden promised to change U.S. foreign policy after two decades of a costly military-driven approach and four years of an America-first shift away from our allies. He committed to using military power only as a tool of last resort, in defense of vital national interests, and to work…

Chicago Tribune · Jan 28, 2022

Macron to speak to Putin, seek clarity over Ukraine, France says

French President Emmanuel Macron will try to assess whether Russian President Vladimir Putin wants "consultations or confrontation" over Ukraine when they speak by phone on Friday, France's foreign minister said.

Reuters · Jan 28, 2022