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Russia Says Hit Power Substations in Ukraine and 3 Ships in Black Sea

Russia said on Sunday overnight strikes by its forces had hit three cargo vessels that were carrying military goods for Ukraine and two electricity substations...

Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Plant Relying on Generators Again After Losing Internal Power Supply

The Russian-controlled Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant in southeastern Ukraine has lost its external electricity supply and is again using backup generators...

Official Data Shows 450,000 Russians Killed in War, Death Rate Accelerating – Rosstat Leaks

The war in Ukraine has become the fourth most common cause of death in Russia since 2022, according to official statistics released by hackers.

Russian Diplomats and Military Officials to Join Talks with U.S. and Ukraine, Kremlin Says

Kremlin aide Vladimir Mendinsky will lead a delegation of Russian officials in Abu Dhabi on Tuesday and Wednesday.

Russia Pounds Power Facilities Around Kyiv, Damages Major Bridge

With temperatures reaching freezing in the Ukrainian capital, Russian energy strikes are putting Ukraine's heating system under strain.

Anti-Kremlin Political Parties Peaceful Russia and Rassvet Named ‘Foreign Agents’

Rassvet, founded by 2024 presidential hopeful Yekaterina Duntsova, denied allegations that it received foreign funding.

Russian Security Council Calls for Rapid Deployment of Starlink Rival Satellites

A group of experts on the council warned that Elon Musk's satellite network could be used to destabilize countries throughout the world.

Father and Daughter Who Fled Russia Win Magnitsky Human Rights Award

The organization behind the annual honor said the Moskalyovs received the “Courage Under Fire” award for their refusal to remain silent in the face...

Communist Lawmaker Slams Culture Ministry Over Lenin Library Rave

The Russian State Library, popularly known as “Leninka,” hosted the literary-themed rave on Halloween together with Russia’s largest publishing...

Rare Thundersnow Strikes Ural Mountains, Ripping Off Roofs and Causing Power Outages

At least one person was reportedly killed in a highway traffic accident in the Sverdlovsk region on Friday morning due to icy road conditions.

Kremlin Accuses Europe of Struggling to Decide Who Will Represent It in Future Security Talks

Spokesman Dmitry Peskov said messaging from officials in Brussels suggests that Europe is still unwilling to engage with Russia in serious discussions...

Ukraine and Russia Trade Volley of Strikes Against Each Other’s Energy Infrastructure

In the southern Krasnodar region, drone debris was reported to have crashed into the Afipsky oil refinery and sparked a fire.

Trump Meets Privately With Putin Envoy After White House Event Marking Oleshky Ceasefire

The U.S. president did not disclose what he discussed with envoy Kirill Dmitriev, but he predicted a deal to end the war in Ukraine could emerge soon.

Pro-War Blogger Vanishes From Public After Telegram Post About Oleshky Evacuation

Vladimir Romanov posted and then later deleted a message on his channel that said only four buses filled with residents from Oleshky had departed for Russia...

Kremlin Seizes Japan Tobacco International’s Russian Assets

The move against the Japanese tobacco giant comes amid a sharp deterioration of relations between Japan and Russia.

Moscow Denies It’s Behind Freezer Attacks at European Supermarkets

Hackers have targeted European supermarket refrigeration units in recent weeks, turning up temperatures and spoiling millions of euros worth of frozen...

Finland Jails Russian Captain and Azerbaijani Crew Member Over Baltic Sea Cable Damage

The Helsinki District Court said the two men acted intentionally when their ship dragged an anchor chain and shank along the seabed, damaging an underwater...

Moldova Hits Kremlin-Backed Transnistria Leader With 5-Year Travel Ban After Putin Award

Putin on Wednesday presented Vadim Krasnoselsky with Russia’s Order of Honor during a Kremlin ceremony, crediting him with “strengthening ties” with...

Regions Calling: Budget Cuts Are Hitting Ordinary Russians Hard. Will They Protest?

A ballooning budget deficit across the regions is eating into public services and benefits.

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