The Latest Breaking News from Vladimir Putin

Ouster of Russian general ‘Spartacus’ sparks ruling party feud

A Russian general who accused army chiefs of “treacherously” ousting him for criticizing troop losses in the war in Ukraine has sparked a political feud within Russian President Vladimir Putin’s ruling party, the latest sign of tensions over the military following the mutiny by Wagner mercenaries.

Tribune News Service · Jul 13, 2023

Five years after Trump praised Putin in Finland, Biden vows unity against Russia

In the same room where former President Donald Trump praised Russian President Vladimir Putin five years ago, President Joe Biden celebrated the expansion of the alliance that has helped stall Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

Los Angeles Times · Jul 13, 2023

UK accuses Russia of ‘cynical brinkmanship’ over Ukraine grain deal threat

Ambassador Dame Barbara Woodward said that, without an accord in place, ships carrying food to famine-risk countries could be attacked by Russia.

The Independent UK · Jul 13, 2023

'A strong gesture': French delivery of SCALP missiles to Ukraine marks shift in Western strategy

French President Emmanuel Macron announced on Tuesday that SCALP missiles, capable of striking the Russian army at long range, would be delivered to Ukraine. Western countries had previously been hesitant to fulfil Ukraine’s long-standing request for these weapons for fear of escalating the conflict.

France 24 · Jul 13, 2023

Alexei Navalny: Jailed Putin critic forced to listen to presidential speech for over 100 days in a row

Jailed Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny revealed he has been forced to listen to the same Vladimir Putin speech for over 100 days in a row.

Evening Standard · Jul 13, 2023

‘Ghost trains’ and armoured limos: how Vladimir Putin travels in secret luxury

Images of the interior of Vladimir Putin’s luxury train, equipped with anti-ageing machines and a Turkish bath, have been leaked for the first time – offering a rare glimpse into the Russian president’s day-to-day life.

The Week · Jul 13, 2023

Biden says the right stuff — overseas

Biden gave a forceful speech on the Ukraine war and the climate crisis. Was anyone in America paying attention?

Salon · Jul 13, 2023

Wagner boss Yevgeny Prigozhin ‘dead or in prison’ after Putin meeting

Kremlin claims warlord Prigozhin met with president after failed rebellion but Robert Abrams, a retired US general, is doubtful we’ll ever see proof of talks

The Independent UK · Jul 13, 2023

Russian general says he has been fired for telling truth about dire situation on Ukraine frontlines

A voice message from Major General Ivan Popov – a commander in southern Ukraine – exposes the rising tension in the military in the aftermath of the Wagner mutiny

The Independent UK · Jul 13, 2023

Jailed Alexei Navalny ‘forced to listen to Putin speech for 100 days in a row’

Kremlin critic says he was told he has to listen to the speech for ‘education reasons’

The Independent UK · Jul 13, 2023