Despite intimidation by the authorities, relatives of conscripted Russian soldiers are campaigning for them to be brought back from the…
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Russia’s Putin says he will run for president again in 2024
In a move that had been widely expected, Russian President Vladimir Putin has announced his intention to run for another…
Continue ReadingUkraine updates: Russia fires biggest missile salvo in weeks
Kyiv says Russian warplanes fired 19 long-range missiles at targets in Ukraine. It was the first major salvo of missiles…
Continue ReadingUkraine updates: Kremlin hopes US Congress will block aid
The Kremlin said it hoped the US Congress would continue to block requests for emergency aid for Ukraine. Meanwhile, Russia…
Continue ReadingUkraine updates: Zelenskyy to join G7 summit
Volodymyr Zelenskyy will join the G7 via video link after skipping a virtual meeting with US senators. Meanwhile, Ukraine’s air…
Continue ReadingUkraine updates: Zelenskyy to address US senators
The Ukrainian president’s appearance comes after the White House urged Congress to approve more funds to support Kyiv. Meanwhile, both…
Continue ReadingUkraine updates: Russia confirms death of general
Vladimir Zavadsky is the seventh Russian general whose death has been confirmed in the war. Meanwhile, Ukraine is shifting its…
Continue ReadingUkraine updates: Russia shot surrendering troops, says Kyiv
Ukraine has accused Russia of committing a war crime by killing surrendering soldiers. Meanwhile, Zelenskyy said Germany’s defense aid is…
Continue ReadingAfter ruling, LGBTQ+ communities in Russia brace for worst
Russia’s Supreme Court has classified the LGBTQ+ “movement” as extremist, effectively banning any related activism. Critics say the opaque decision…
Continue ReadingRussia charges jailed dissident Navalny with ‘vandalism’
Russian prosecutors have brought fresh charges against jailed Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny. He has been prosecuted under a section of…
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