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2 Killed in Ukrainian Drone Attack on Chuvashia

Authorities suspended public transit in the city of Cheboksary, while schools were ordered to switch to online classes following the attack.

U.K. Targets Russian Army Recruitment Network and Drone Suppliers in Latest Sanctions Package

The new measures target what British officials condemned as a “barbaric” network that lures foreign nationals to Russia with the promise of work,...

Mobile Internet Outages Reported in Moscow and St. Petersburg Amid ‘Security Concerns’

The Digital Ministry confirmed restrictions were introduced in the Russian capital on Tuesday morning, stating that they were a temporary measure.

Novosibirsk Court Jails 2 Hypersonic Researchers for Treason

A judge sentenced Valery Zvegintsev and Vladislav Galkin to 12.5 years in prison each after finding them guilty of treason.

Ukraine and Russia Declare Separate Temporary Ceasefires

The Russian Defense Ministry threatened a "massive missile strike on the center of Kyiv" if Ukraine violated its ceasefire.

Russia Lost Ground in Ukraine in April, a First Since Mid-2023 – AFP Analysis

The Ukrainian army's net gains — their first in more than two years — were marginal, representing only 0.02% of Ukrainian territory.

Attacks on Belgorod Region Leave At Least 1 Dead, Multiple Wounded

Meanwhile, Russian attacks against Ukraine on Monday killed at least seven people and injured dozens of others.

Putin Replaces Aerospace Commander With EU-Sanctioned General Amid Drone Surge, Reports Say

General Viktor Afzalov, who assumed command in 2023, has been replaced by Colonel General Alexander Chaiko, according to RBC and the pro-war Telegram channel...

This Mysterious Occult Healer Is Behind Some of Russia’s Biggest Wartime Protests

Svetlana Lada-Rus defies conventional expectations of who a worthy Putin opponent should be. What's the secret to her popularity?

Austria Expels 3 Russian Diplomats on Suspicion of Spying

The Russian Embassy called the expulsions "outrageous" and "politically motivated," vowing a "harsh" retaliatory response against Austria.

Mobile Network Operators Warn Customers of Internet and Phone Disruptions Ahead of Victory Day

Beeline sent out a text notification stating that “temporary mobile internet and SMS restrictions may occur” between Tuesday and Saturday due to security...

Dagestan Leader Steps Down, Putin Names High Court Judge as Successor

The major reshuffle, surprising in its speed, comes weeks after deadly floods ravaged the North Caucasus region.

All 8 Miners Confirmed Dead After Coal Mine Collapse in Russia’s Far East

The CEO of the mining company that operates the site said the collapse was likely caused by melting permafrost.

Ukrainian Drone Slams Into Skyscraper Near Central Moscow

The attack on the Russian capital comes just days ahead of the annual Victory Day military parade on Red Square.

OPEC+ Hikes Oil Production Quotas Without Mentioning UAE Exit

Analysts had expected the increase of 188,000 barrels, similar to the 206,000-barrel daily increases OPEC+ in March and April.

Ukraine Hits Russian Oil Sites as 8 Killed in Both Countries

Ukraine said Sunday it had hit several Russian ships as both sides fired hundreds of drones.

Japan Buys Russian Oil for the First Time Since Hormuz Closure

The Japanese refiner Taiyo Oil plans to receive the cargo through the Sakhalin-2 project in Russia’s Far East, the Mainichi newspaper reported.

Russia Fired Record Number of Drones at Ukraine in April – AFP Analysis

The wave of attacks saw Moscow significantly increase the number of long-range drones fired in the middle of the day, a tactic Kyiv condemned as trying...

Sacked Russian Deputy Minister Flees to U.S. Amid Fraud Probe, Sources Say

Denis Butsayev was dismissed from the Natural Resources and Environment Ministry shortly after he reportedly slipped out of the country.

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