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Freed U.S.-Russian Journalist Alsu Kurmasheva: ‘Our Work Right Now Is to Be a Witness to History’

Kurmasheva spoke to MT about her experience in prison, the prisoner swap, life since being released and her work to support her imprisoned colleagues.

U.S. Cites Changing Russian Tactics as Reason for Reversing Landmine Policy

Rights groups have condemned the move, saying that Ukraine’s use of the mines would violate the 1997 Mine Ban Treaty.

U.S. Closes Kyiv Embassy, Warns of ‘Potential Significant Air Attack’

The warning comes after Moscow pledged to respond to a Ukrainian attack on Russian territory using U.S.-supplied long-range missiles.

U.S. Confirms Authorization for Ukraine to Use Long-Range Missiles Against Russia

Assistant Secretary of State Brian Nichols told Brazilian media that the policy change was aimed at pressuring Moscow into peace talks.

Kremlin Warns of Major Escalation After U.S. Allows Ukraine to Strike Russia With Long-Range Weapons

“It marks a significant escalation and a fundamentally new stage in terms of U.S. involvement in this conflict,” the Kremlin’s spokesman said.

Biden Authorizes Ukraine to Use Long-Range U.S. Missiles Inside Russia – NYT

The major policy change reportedly comes in response to Russia's deployment of North Korean troops to the Kursk region.

Then and Now: Trump Cabinet Picks’ Stances on Russia and Ukraine

President-elect Donald Trump’s cabinet selections offered clues about the new administration’s Russia policy, and potentially the future of U.S. support...

Court Rejects U.S.-Russian Woman’s Appeal Against ‘Treason’ Sentence

Ksenia Karelina was sentenced to 12 years in prison after she allegedly donated around $50 to a pro-Ukraine charity.

No ‘Trump Rally’ for Russian Stocks, Tycoons

The Russian benchmark stock index gained following Trump’s victory, but it remains lower than it was this summer or before the Kremlin’s full-scale...

‘My Culture is Not Your Costume’: Russian Internet Reacts to Donald Trump’s Re-Election

For those who need a dose of humor in dark times.

Putin Says 'Ready' to Talk With 'Courageous' Trump

"I take this opportunity to congratulate him," Putin said following Trump's election victory.

Belarusian Leader Praises Trump, Says U.S. ’Not Ready’ for Female President

“America was ready to elect a Black president, but America is not ready to elect a woman,” Alexander Lukashenko said at a woodchopping event.

3 Ways Trump's Victory Will Impact the Russian Economy

At least from an economic point of view, there are no good omens for a second Trump administration.

Kremlin Officials Hope Trump Will Hand Putin an Advantage in Ukraine – and Europe

Senior officials in the Kremlin, the Russian government and the Foreign Ministry are expressing cautious optimism about Trump’s victory in private.

How Russia Attempted to Influence the U.S. Presidential Election

U.S. officials identified several ways Russia tried to interfere in the election, but observers cautioned against overstating their influence.

Will a Second Trump Presidency Reshape U.S.-Russia Ties? Experts Weigh In

While the president-elect's fondness for Putin could have a positive impact on bilateral ties, a full “reset” in relations is unlikely, analysts say...

Russian Officials Cautiously Welcome Donald Trump's Re-Election

While Putin has yet to comment on the election results, other officials expressed tentative hopes that Trump will cut aid to Kyiv and repair relations...

Moscow Court Upholds 12.5-Year Sentence for U.S.-Russian Man on Drug Charges

Robert Woodland was arrested in January for trying to hide 47 grams of mephedrone, and he was sentenced to jail in July.

Russia Jails Former U.S. Consulate Employee Nearly 5 Years for ‘Collaborating’ With Foreign State

Robert Shonov, a Russian citizen, was arrested in early 2023 on suspicion of passing secret information about Russia’s war to the United States.

U.S. Says North Korean Troops Ready for Ukraine Combat as Missile Raises Tensions

Secretary of State Antony Blinken said around 8,000 North Korean troops believed to be in Russia have made their way to the Kursk region.

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