The Latest Breaking News from Vladimir Putin

Ukraine hit by second day of large-scale Russian missile and drone strikes

Widespread nature of attacks prompts warnings that Moscow is trying to overwhelm air defence systems

The Guardian - UK · May 14

Hungary summons Russian ambassador to protest attack in Ukraine near its border

New Hungarian Prime Minister Péter Magyar says his government has summoned the Russian ambassador over a massive drone attack near Hungary's border with Ukraine

The Independent UK · May 14

What is the range of Putin’s RS-28 Sarmat aka ‘Satan II’ nuclear ballistic missile?

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The Independent UK · May 14

Moscow pounds cities with over 1,500 drones in largest two-day aerial attack since war began

Zelensky says Kyiv is worst affected in overnight strikes targeting schools, a veterinary clinic and people's homes

The Independent UK · May 14

Ukraine war briefing: Six dead after Russia launches major drone attack

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The Independent UK · May 13

Russia presses its barrages of Ukraine as Trump talks of possible peace; Kyiv emboldened

As Ukraine endures unyielding drone strikes from Russia that are wreaking havoc on vital infrastructure and civilian locales, President Zelenskyy is calling on the international community for increased support in this pressing time of need.

The Economic Times · May 13

What do world leaders’ interactions with Xi Jinping reveal about his personality?

Other leaders’ accounts and unscripted moments portray a Chinese president with a quick wit, an unshakeable belief in authoritarianism – and a desperation to control his public image. Maroosha Muzaffar reports

The Independent UK · May 13

What you need to know about Russia’s new weapon Putin dubbed ‘most powerful missile in the world’

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The Independent UK · May 13

Russia presses its barrages of Ukraine as Trump talks of possible peace and Kyiv is emboldened

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said more than 100 Russian drones targeted Ukraine in the latest wave of strikes

The Independent UK · May 13

Most powerful missile system in the world: Putin hails "successful test" of Sarmat missile

Russia has successfully tested its Sarmat intercontinental ballistic missile. President Vladimir Putin called it the world's most powerful missile system. This advanced weapon is designed to penetrate any missile defense. The Sarmat is expected to be operational by the end of the year. Russia continues to develop its strategic deterrence…

The Economic Times · May 13