Russia

UN condemns Russia's annexation of areas in Ukraine

143 countries, including Israel, vote in favor of the resolution. Four countries vote against.

Germany rejects Russian offer to renew Nord Stream gas exports

Putin's offer to reestablish natural gas exports to Germany through Nord Stream 2 pipeline rebuffed by German government.

Russia: Jewish man imprisoned for Facebook post against war

Lev Lerman to serve 4 years in a penal colony after arrest for calling on Russians to protest the invasion of Ukraine.

At least 10 killed in Russian missile attacks on Ukranian cities

Russia launches 83 missiles at Ukraine in retaliation for bombing of bridge in Crimea.

Putin accuses Ukraine of terrorism after bridge explosion

Russian President says explosion on a key bridge linking Crimea and the Russian mainland was planned by Ukrainian special services.

Ukrainian offensive?

Watch: Russian bridge explodes in purported Ukrainian bombing

CCTV footage shows the moment the bridge linking Crimea to Russia is hit by huge explosion early on Saturday.

Putin’s inner circle beginning to show cracks over Ukraine war

One of Putin's trusted inner circle expressed impatience with Putin over handling of Ukraine war, according to US intelligence briefing.

White House:

'No indication Russia is preparing to use nuclear weapons'

White House Press Secretary on Biden's comments regarding nuclear "Armageddon": He was reinforcing what we have been saying.

Russian nuclear threat:

US buys nearly $300 million worth of radiation sickness drug

Days after Biden warns Putin serious about 'use of tactical nuclear weapons' Department of Health and Human Services buys anti-nuke drugs.

Nobel Peace Prize goes to activists from Ukraine and Russia

Groups from Ukraine and Russia along with jailed Belarusian civic activist win 2022 Nobel Peace Prize.

Biden:

'Risk of nuclear 'Armageddon' at its highest level since 1962'

Biden warns that Putin was not joking when he threatened to use nuclear weapons against Ukraine.

Iranian drones used in Russian attack on town southwest of Kyiv

One injured in attack using Iranian-made drones in the Ukrainian town of Bila Tserkva.

Russia praises Musk peace proposal rejected by Ukraine

Tesla CEO's plan for ways to achieve peace in Ukraine soundly rejected by Zelenskyy and majority of Twitter users polled.

Russian nuclear sub with ‘doomsday weapon’ disappears in Arctic

Next gen Belgorod submarine able to trigger 1,600 foot ‘radioactive tsunami’ leaves cold water base without a trace.

Bombshell evidence revealed in Trump's 'Russian collusion' case

One of the individuals behind the 'Trump collusion' hoax turns out to have been on the FBI's payroll.

US official:

'No sign of imminent use of nuclear weapons by Putin'

US National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan: We take Putin's threats seriously but don't see indications of use of nuclear weapons right now.

NATO condemns Russia's annexation of Ukrainian regions

In response to annexation, Zelenskyy submits 'accelerated' application for Ukraine to join NATO.

Foreign Ministry warns against conscription to Russian army

Israel's Foreign Ministry has warned individuals in or intending to travel to Russia against conscription into the Russian army.

As Putin’s war sputters, antisemitism seeps into Russian media

After years-long crackdown on overt antisemitism, anti-Jewish sentiment now rearing its head in mainstream Russian media.

Watch: Russia calls situation 'very dangerous' as new leak found

A fourth leak in the underwater Nord Stream gas pipeline has the West screaming 'sabotage' while Russia dismisses all allegations.

Ahead of annexation:

Putin recognizes independence of two Ukrainian regions

Russian President signs decrees paving the way for Kherson and Zaporizhzhia to be formally annexed into Russia.

Russia to annex occupied parts of Ukraine tomorrow

Spokesman for Russian President Vladimir Putin says formal order annexing 4 occupied parts of Ukraine to Russia to be signed tomorrow.

British source:

Leaks to Nord Stream pipelines likely a premeditated attack

British defense source underwater explosive devices likely used in suspected act of sabotage against Nord Stream gas pipelines.

Ukraine Ambassador:

'We shot down drones launched against Israelis in Uman'

Ukrainian Amb. to Israel Yevgen Korniychuk confirms reports Ukrainian troops shot down Iranian-produced drones launched by Russia at Uman.

Former Russian President:

'Putin's threat of nuclear weapons is not a bluff'

Former Russian President Dmitry Medvedev says Russia has the right to defend itself if pushed.

Zelenskyy:

'Russian referendums in occupied parts of Ukraine are a farce'

Ukrainian President stresses Ukraine would defend its people still living under occupation.

Is Russia trying to hit Jews?

Attack drones launched over Uman amid Rosh Hashanah pilgrimage

According to Ukrainian media Russia launched several Iranian-made attack drones over the city while Jews celebrated the holiday

Israel does not recognize Russian referendums in Ukraine

Foreng Ministry issues statement supporting Ukraine's territorial integrity as Moscow claims overwhelming support for annexation.

15 killed in shooting at Russian school

Man goes on shooting rampage in school in Izhevsk before killing himself.

US official:

'We'll respond decisively to Russian use of nuclear weapons'

US National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan: If Russia uses nukes against Ukraine, there will be catastrophic consequences.

Iran 'regrets' Ukraine's decision to reduce diplomatic presence

Ukraine announced it would downgrade diplomatic ties with Iran due to its decision to supply Russian forces with drones.

"An unfriendly act"

Ukraine downgrades ties with Iran over drones to Russia

The move comes hours after Ukraine said it downed four Iranian-made unmanned aerial vehicles.

Zelenskyy:

'Israel provided us with nothing'

Ukrainian President says he is "shocked" that Israel did not provide his country with advanced weapons during war with Russia.

Amid protests, some Russians leaving country to avoid draft

Polls show invasion of Ukraine still popular inside Russia, despite recent protests and emigration by some seeking to avoid mobilization.

Stopping Israel’s blood diamond sightholders

Several Israeli companies are helping Russia (willingly or not) through 'blood diamonds' a favorite commodity for sanctioned states. Op-ed.

Zelenskyy to UN:

'We want just punishment for Russia's crime'

Ukrainian President proposes five-point plan to establish peace, rules out any other peace proposal.

Biden accuses Putin of 'reckless nuclear threats' at UN

US President says Russia's President "shamelessly violated" the UN charter in seeking war on Ukraine.

Putin sends serial killers and cannibal to fight in Ukraine

As losses mount, Russia reportedly mobilizes over 50,000 convicts to fight in war.

Putin announces partial mobilization ahead of annexation

Russia to call up reservists for army service in Ukraine as President Putin pushes for 'referendums' to enable annexation of eastern Ukraine

Watch: Putin announces partial mobilization of Russian troops

Soldiers who have previously served in the army will be chosen first - and provided specialized military training.

Separatists in Ukraine’s Kherson region to vote on joining Russia

Kherson announces referendum on joining Russia as other Russian-controlled breakaway regions announce similar votes.

Iconic Russian singer condemns war, attack on Jewish husband

Alla Pugacheva condemns Russian invasion of Ukraine after Moscow declares her husband, comedian Maksim Galkin, a 'foreign agent.'

Report:

Jewish Agency's Russia office halts data sharing with Israel

With Russian court set to hold hearing Monday on Jewish Agency's activities, organization's Russia office halts data sharing with Israel.

Biden warns Putin:

'Don't use nuclear weapons in Ukraine'

US President urges Russian President to not use tactical nuclear or chemical weapons: The US response will be consequential.

Russia: Germany crossed ‘red line’ in sending arms to Ukraine

Russia threatens response after Germany announces additional shipment of weapons to Ukraine.

Ukraine war:

Mass grave found in city recaptured from Russian forces

Zelenskyy says Ukrainian authorities found a mass burial site near the city of Izium.

Sens. call for Russia to be on state sponsors of terrorism list

Lindsey Graham and Richard Blumenthal to introduce legislation to add Russia to list that includes Iran, North Korea, Cuba and Syria.

Putin facing calls to resign over disastrous Ukraine war

Dozens of Russian deputies from 18 municipalities urge Putin to resign over invasion of Ukraine.

Zelenskyy:

'More than 30 settlements liberated in Kharkiv region'

Ukrainian President says troops have retaken more than 1,000 sq km of territory in the south and east from Russia in the past week.

US Treasury sanctions producers of Iranian drones sent to Russia

Producers and manufacturers of drones to be subjected to sanctions and asset blocking in the United States.

Russia’s Chabad rabbis call to ‘end the suffering’

Conference of Chabad rabbis in Russia makes thinly veiled call to end invasion of Ukraine.

Putin falls asleep during meeting, suffers health issues on trip

Russian leader appears shaky and unwell at meeting in eastern Russia, said to be suffering from fatigue and shortness of breath.

Blinken visits Kyiv, announces $2 billion in military aid

US secretary of state makes unannounced visit, pledging additional funds for Ukraine and countries in region at risk from Russia.

Western sanctions are moving Russia closer to Iran, Putin says

Russian president says sanctions imposed on his country won't bring Moscow down, are only leading to closer ties between Russia and Mideast.

Watch: Russian journalist given 'unprecedented' 22 years in jail

The investigative reporter's father died when he mysteriously fell out of a window after exposing arms sales to Iran.

Biden decision not to declare Russia a sponsor of terror 'final'

US rebuffs Ukrainian President's request on declaration against Russia on grounds the consequences could be worse.

Putin unveils new ‘Russian World’ foreign policy

Plan would see Russia pivoting to an expansionist foreign policy based on Ukraine war in order to increase international influence.

Moscow:

Russian Rabbis convene emergency conference

Rabbis reiterate commitment to Jewish community of Russia and issue call for immediate peace

One of Russia’s last independent news outlets loses licence

Investigative newspaper critical of Kremlin has its print license revoked by Russian court.

Ukrainian pensioner downs $85 million Russian jet with rifle

Elderly Ukrainian man shoots down million dollar Russian Su-34 jet and is awarded medal for heroism.