Russia: News
11 Jun 2025
Vladimir PutinPutin wants national messenger app to replace WhatsApp in Russia
Russian President Vladimir Putin has called for the development of a "national messaging app" to replace WhatsApp, the last remaining foreign messaging platform in Russia.
03 Jun 2025
IndiaRussia to deliver India's remaining S-400 missile systems by 2026
Russia has confirmed its commitment to deliver the remaining units of the S-400 air defense system to India by 2025-2026.
25 May 2025
IndiaIndia, Russia begin talks to co-develop next-generation BrahMos missile
India and Russia have started talks to co-develop an advanced version of the BrahMos missile, according to The Economic Times.
18 May 2025
Donald TrumpUkraine reports largest Russian drone attack since 2022
Ukraine has reported its largest drone attack by Russia since the war started in 2022.
13 May 2025
UkraineUN aviation agency holds Russia accountable for 2014 MH17 downing
The International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), a United Nations aviation agency, has blamed Russia for the downing of Malaysian Airlines flight MH17.
06 May 2025
United KingdomMany in US, Western Europe think WW3 imminent: Poll
A new YouGov poll has shown that many Americans and Western Europeans think a third global conflict could erupt in the next 10 years.
30 Apr 2025
UkraineUkrainian journalist tortured, had organs removed in Russian captivity
Ukrainian journalist Viktoriia Roshchyna, who died in Russian detention, underwent brutal torture and organ removal before her body was released.
23 Apr 2025
UkraineVance issues Russia, Ukraine ultimatum after Rubio snubs London summit
United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio has pulled out of a crucial London summit to solve the ongoing Ukraine war.
14 Apr 2025
HungaryHungary to vote on constitutional amendment to ban LGBTQ+ gatherings
Hungarian lawmakers will vote on Monday on a contentious constitutional amendment that rights advocates have labeled a significant escalation in the government's efforts to suppress dissent and undermine human rights.
13 Apr 2025
Donald TrumpRussia, Ukraine trade blame over US-brokered ceasefire violation
Russia and Ukraine's foreign ministers traded allegations of breaching a temporary US-brokered ceasefire agreement.
05 Apr 2025
MyanmarMyanmar earthquake death toll rises to 3,354: Here's why
The death toll from Myanmar's recent earthquake has reached 3,354, with over 200 still unaccounted for, state media said on Saturday.
03 Apr 2025
Donald TrumpWhy Trump excluded Russia from his reciprocal tariff list
United States President Donald Trump recently announced a sweeping reciprocal tariff plan, placing a 'baseline' 10% tariff on all imports to the US.
29 Mar 2025
ChinaUS VP JD Vance criticizes Denmark over Greenland's security
United States Vice President JD Vance has slammed Denmark for what he sees as its inability to adequately protect Greenland.
26 Mar 2025
UkraineWhat's Black Sea deal that US brokered between Russia, Ukraine
The United States on Tuesday successfully brokered a naval ceasefire agreement between Russia and Ukraine after three days of talks in Saudi Arabia.
25 Mar 2025
Donald TrumpWhy Serbians are protesting against Trump son-in-law's real estate project
Thousands of people marched through Serbia's capital, Belgrade, on Monday, discontent over a luxury real estate project spearheaded by Jared Kushner, the son-in-law of United States President Donald Trump.
25 Mar 2025
ChinaTrump announces 25% tariff on nations buying Venezuelan oil
United States President Donald Trump has announced a 25% tariff on countries purchasing oil or gas from Venezuela.
25 Mar 2025
CanadaIndia has 'intent, capability' to meddle in elections: Canada
The Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS) has alerted that both India and China could try to meddle in the upcoming Canadian general election.
24 Mar 2025
United States of AmericaUS, Russia begin talks in Saudi; Black Sea on focus
Representatives from the US and Russia are in talks for a partial ceasefire in the Ukraine conflict.
13 Mar 2025
Donald Trump'Would be disastrous': Trump warns Russia against blocking Ukraine ceasefire
United States President Donald Trump has warned Russia that it could face heavy financial consequences if it doesn't accept the 30-day ceasefire brokered during Kyiv and Washington negotiations in Saudi Arabia.
12 Mar 2025
Donald TrumpUkraine says ready for 30-day ceasefire with Russia
United States President Donald Trump welcomed Ukraine's decision to push for a ceasefire with Russia.
11 Mar 2025
UkraineUkraine launches biggest drone attack on Moscow
Ukraine has launched a massive early morning drone attack on Moscow, killing at least one person and injuring several others.
10 Mar 2025
UkraineRussia using horses, donkeys to counter Ukraine's drone warfare
In an unexpected turn of military strategy, Russian troops are increasingly using horses and donkeys to carry out operations near the Ukrainian front lines.
10 Mar 2025
Donald TrumpUK concerned about sharing intelligence with US over Trump-Russia links
British intelligence agencies are reportedly re-evaluating their information-sharing partnership with the United States, especially when it comes to Russia.
04 Mar 2025
Donald TrumpTrump suspends Ukraine aid days after clash with Zelenskyy
In a move that puts more pressure on Ukraine to hold peace talks with Russia, United States President Donald Trump has suspended military aid to the former.
02 Mar 2025
ChhattisgarhChhattisgarh discussing defense manufacturing collaboration with US, Russian firms
Chhattisgarh is in talks with defense companies of the United States and Russia to set up manufacturing units in the state.
02 Mar 2025
United States of AmericaPutin ally seeks US support to revive Nord Stream 2
Matthias Warnig, a former executive of Nord Stream 2's parent company, is reportedly seeking US support to revive the pipeline project.
01 Mar 2025
Donald TrumpRussian drones attack Ukrainian medical facility after Trump-Zelensky meeting
Russian drones targeted a medical facility and civilian areas in Ukraine's second-largest city Kharkiv on Friday night.
25 Feb 2025
UkraineAir alert across Ukraine as authorities warn of incoming missiles
Air raid warnings were sounded across much of Ukraine early Tuesday as local authorities warned citizens of incoming missiles fired by Russia.
25 Feb 2025
Emmanuel MacronMacron interrupts, shuts down Trump over 'misleading' Ukraine claims
French President Emmanuel Macron publicly corrected former United States President Donald Trump during a meeting at the White House on Tuesday.
25 Feb 2025
UkraineUS votes against UN resolution urging Russia's withdrawal from Ukraine
In a first since Russia invaded Ukraine in 2022, the United States has joined hands with Moscow to vote against a draft resolution by Ukraine and the European Union at the United Nations.
24 Feb 2025
Ukraine'All-for-all prisoner exchange': Zelenskyy's first step toward Russia-Ukraine peace
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has proposed a full-fledged prisoner exchange with Russia as a first step toward restoring peace.
24 Feb 2025
FranceRussian consulate in France attacked; Molotov cocktails thrown
An explosion was heard at the Russian Consulate General in Marseille, France, early Monday morning on the third anniversary of Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
24 Feb 2025
Volodymyr ZelenskyyZelenskyy willing to resign for Ukraine's peace, NATO membership
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has said he is willing to resign if it would guarantee lasting peace and NATO membership for Ukraine.
18 Feb 2025
UkraineUS, Russia to appoint teams to negotiate ending Ukraine war
The United States and Russia started talks to end the ongoing conflict in Ukraine on Tuesday, as a follow-up to President Donald Trump's conversation with Russian President Vladimir Putin on February 12.
18 Feb 2025
UkraineAustralia 'seriously concerned' after Russia releases video of emaciated-looking soldier
The Australian government has expressed "serious concerns" over the welfare of Oscar Jenkins, an Australian citizen captured by Russian forces.
17 Feb 2025
GoogleRussia fines Google for telling its soldiers how to surrender
A Russian court has fined Google 3.8 million rubles (around ₹36 lakh).
14 Feb 2025
UkraineRussian drone attack hits Chernobyl nuclear plant
A Russian drone, equipped with a high-explosive warhead, hit the protective shelter over Chernobyl's destroyed reactor close to Ukraine's border with Belarus, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced on Friday.
12 Feb 2025
Donald TrumpTrump swaps bitcoin fraud suspect Alexander Vinnik for US teacher
United States President Donald Trump has swapped Russian computer whiz Alexander Vinnik for the release of American teacher Marc Fogel, the New York Post confirmed.
12 Feb 2025
Volodymyr ZelenskyyZelenskyy reverses stance, says 'open to land swap' with Russia
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has expressed willingness to negotiate a land swap with Russia. This is a major shift in Kyiv's stance on territorial concessions.
05 Feb 2025
MaldivesMaldives aims to attract 3 lakh Indian tourists in 2025
The Maldives government aims to attract 3 lakh Indian tourists in 2025.
02 Feb 2025
UkraineUkraine, Russia blame each other for missile strike on school
A missile strike on a boarding school in Sudzha, Russia's Kursk region, has killed four people. The school was being used as a civilian shelter, mostly housing the elderly.
