Russia

Putin's unusual request of Israel

Moscow sought to make sure that Israel would not interfere with the transfer of defense measures from Syria to Ukraine.

Canada sanctions Iran over supply of drones to Russia

The sanctions target a technology company that developed components of drones.

Report: Putin falls down stairs at Moscow residence

Russian president stumbles down steps at official residence, fueling theories about his health troubles.

Noble people standing up to Chinese, Iranian and Russian tyrants

It's easy to mock democratic freedoms and support nefarious terror groups from an academic ivory tower or luxury penthouse. Op-ed.

Russia cancels nuclear arms control treaty talks with US

Summit was to discuss renewing intercontinental-range nuclear weapons treaty between US and Russia past 2026.

Zelenskyy warns:

'Russian terrorists are planning new strikes'

Ukrainian President calls on defense forces and citizens to be prepared for new Russian missile attacks.

Merkel on Ukraine war: ‘I didn't have the power to get my way’

Ex-German chancellor regrets not being able to convince Putin not to invade Ukraine but says she was considered a lame duck at that point.

Zelenskyy:

'We cannot be hostage to one international terrorist'

Ukrainian President calls for "firm reaction" to Russian air strikes targeting vital infrastructure.

Ukrainian infant killed after rocket hits maternity hospital

Russian strike destroys hospital in Zaporizhzhia region, injuring multiple doctors.

Sweden:

Two suspected Russian spies arrested in predawn operation

Russian couple arrested in unusual early morning raid by agents repelling from two helicopters.

Ukraine to study video showing surrendering Russians being shot

Footage circulating on Russian social media appears to show Ukrainian troops firing on surrendering Russian soldiers.

Finland to build high tech barrier at Russia border

Fence along border with Russia expected to be completed within 3-4 years.

Watch: Mysterious explosion rocks Russian city

A huge fireball could be seen in what was presumably a gas pipeline explosion in Russia's second largest city.

Report:

Iran to begin manufacturing weaponized drones for Russia

Officials say Moscow has quietly reached an agreement with Tehran to begin manufacturing hundreds of unmanned weaponized aircraft.

Dutch court:

Russian missile downed Malaysian Airlines plane in 2014

Two Russians and pro-Russian Ukrainian given life sentences in deaths of 298 people on board Malaysian Airlines flight that crashed in 2014.

US sanctions Iranian firms providing drones to Russia

New sanctions target Iranian aviation companies involved in manufacturing and shipping of drones to Russia for use in Ukraine.

Polish President:

'No conclusive evidence as to who launched missile'

Comments come after Polish Foreign Ministry confirmed missile that caused explosion near Ukraine border was fired by Russia.

Poland military on heightened alert after missile explosion

Poland putting some military units on a heightened state of readiness after missiles reportedly fired by Russia land in the country.

Russian missile hits Poland, two dead

Missile lands in Polish village near Ukrainian border, killing two people.

Putin plans to revoke citizenship of military critics

Putin plans new laws to take away citizenship of Russians criticizing military and long list of other offenses.

Zelenskyy:

'Russia committed more than 400 war crimes in Kherson'

Ukrainian President says Russian soldiers committed hundreds of war crimes in Kherson, from which they withdrew late last week.

Putin and Iranian President speak, stress cooperation

Russian President Vladimir Putin speaks to Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi, with both leaders placing emphasis on deepening cooperation.

Wives of Russian soldiers storming front line in protest

Military wives protest in Russian border town, demanding officials bring their husbands back after their unit came under heavy fire.

'Today is a historic day'

Ukrainian forces retake Kherson after Russian withdrawal

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says special units are already in the southern city following Russia's withdrawal.

Chabad files J'lem lawsuit in fight to return Schneerson archive

Lawsuit aims to use previous US rulings to compel Russia to finally turn over Schneerson library archive.

Watch: Ukrainian fighters rejoice as Russia orders retreat

In an embarrassing announcement, Russia ordered its troops to withdraw 'so they can fight another day' from the highly-prized city.

Russian activists meet in Poland, plot Putin’s removal

Group of ex-Russian officials and activists discuss regime change, including eliminating Putin or triggering a civil war inside Russia.

Is the US secretly urging Ukraine to hold talks with Russia?

Insiders warn that 'Ukraine fatigue' among Western leaders could worsen if Zelenskky continues refusing peace talks with Russia.

North Korea:

'US claims we're supplying Russia with weapons are groundless'

North Korea denies claims made by US last week that Pyongyang is supplying artillery ammunition to Moscow.

Oligarch on US elections: ‘We interfere and we will interfere’

Close confidant of Putin tells reporter that Russia uses 'pinpoint operations' to meddle in US elections.

US officials:

Iran seeking Russia’s help to bolster nuclear program

US intelligence suggests Iran has been asking Russia for help acquiring additional nuclear materials.

North Korea supplying Russia with artillery for Ukraine war

White House reveals that Moscow has been secretly receiving artillery shells from North Korea to use in Ukraine.

Russia sending jets with “Killjoy” ballistic missiles to Belarus

UK Defense Ministry reveals Russian deploying ballistic “Killjoy” missile equipped MiG-31s to Belarus.

Russia apologizes for op-ed calling Chabad a neo-pagan cult

Russian Security Council apologizes for op-ed that country’s Jewish leaders called ‘vulgar antisemitism’

IAEA to conduct probe into claims of Ukrainian 'dirty bombs'

UN's nuclear watchdog will carry out independent verification of Russian allegations concerning production of “dirty bombs” in Ukraine.

Russian TV star flees to Lithuania using Israeli passport

Ksenia Sobchak leaves Russia after her mansion searched by police as part of extortion case against her media director.

Russia tests its strategic nuclear missile capabilities

President Putin oversaw the exercises, warning the West to stop interfering in Ukraine.

Russian rabbi demands apology for 'vulgar antisemitism'

In rare rebuke, Russian chief rabbi Berel Lazar accuses senior defense official of antisemitism.

Russian hackers attack Knesset website

'Xaknet Team' behind attack which took down Knesset website for short time this week amid fear of foreign interference in Israel's election.

Russia conducts nuclear attack response drill

Moscow rehearses drill responding to nuclear strike with subs, planes and missiles.

Watch: Jailed basketball star's court appeal rejected by Russia

Despite Biden's claims that he's 'constantly negotiating' for her release, US basketball phenom Brittney Griner remains behind bars.

International Space Station:

Last minute maneuver avoids collision with Russian space junk

ISS forced to use five minute “pre-determined debris avoidance maneuver” thruster burn to move out of the path of oncoming satellite debris.

US official:

'No indication that Russia has decided to use dirty bomb'

US military official: The Ukrainians are not building a dirty bomb, nor do we have indications that the Russians are planning to use one.

Zelenskyy blames Israel for Russia-Iran alliance

Ukrainian President tells Israeli audience Russia providing Iran with support for its nuclear program in exchange for weapons.

Fake news:

Russian sites claim INN behind anti-Ukrainian propaganda video

Russia-based media sites falsely attribute anti-Ukrainian propaganda cartoon to Israel National News.

Russia claims:

'Ukraine planning to use dirty bomb'

Ukrainian Foreign Minister rejects the claim as a "disinformation campaign".

White House rejects annexation comparison between Russia, Israel

Biden administration says UN unfairly singles out Israel, rejects comparisons between Israel's presence in Judea and Samaria to Ukraine war.

Russian 'spies' apprehended in Norway

Drones have been spotted above some of Norway's most critical national assets.

White House:

'Iranians are supporting Russian drone attacks on Ukraine'

National Security Council spokesman confirms Iran sent personnel to assist Russian troops in launching Iranian-made drones against Ukraine.

12 charged by US for sending military tech to Russia

Two European companies also charged for scheme to illegally send sensitive US technology to Russia.

Russia transfers troops from Syria to Ukraine

As Russia scales back in Syria, Israel says it still won’t give Ukraine weapons.

US alarmed Saudi Arabia may share military secrets with Russia

A US researcher says the Saudis have access to sensitive weapons system no other ally has been able to get their hands on so far.

Russia warns UN:

'Don't probe drone strikes in Ukraine'

Russian envoy warns against any UN probe of his country's alleged use of Iranian-made drones against Ukraine.

Putin declares martial law in 4 annexed Ukrainian regions

Russian leader also announces that movement is being restricted in eight areas bordering Ukraine.

US officials:

'Iran sent drone trainers to help Russia'

Officials confirm that Iran has sent trainers to Ukraine to help Russians overcome problems with drones they purchased from Tehran.

After Iranian drone strikes:

Ukraine to formally ask Israel for military aid

Ukrainian Foreign Min. Dmytro Kuleba says country to ask Israel for air defense systems after former Russian pres. warns against such aid.

Military plane crashes in Yeysk, Russia

A Su-34 bomber, was on a training flight when one of its engines caught fire

Report:

IRGC members trained Russian troops in Ukraine

Report says Russian forces may have brought members of IRGC to Ukraine to help train Russian troops on use of Iranian drones.

Putin:

'No need for massive new strikes on Ukraine'

Days after missile strikes on Kyiv, Russian President says his country is not looking to destroy Ukraine.

Kremlin:

Nuclear world war will be ‘catastrophic for all mankind’

Moscow issues dire warning less than a day after NATO warns Russia not to consider hitting Ukraine with nuclear strike.