Vladimir Putin: News
Russia fires record 728 drones, 13 ballistic missiles at Ukraine
Russia has launched its largest missile and drone attack on Ukraine since the war began over three years ago.
Russian minister dies by suicide hours after Putin fired him
Roman Starovoit, the former Russian transport minister, reportedly died by suicide on Monday.
'Given Ukraine too many weapons': Trump after Putin phone call
United States President Donald Trump has said that his country had supplied too many weapons to Ukraine under the previous administration.
Russia attacks Ukraine with 550 drones, missiles—its largest-ever aerial assault
Kyiv has been hit by the largest drone and missile attack since Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
Russia becomes 1st country to recognize Taliban government
Russia has become the first country to officially recognize the Taliban government in Afghanistan.
North Korea planning to send 30,000 more troops to Russia
North Korea is reportedly planning to send up to 30,000 additional troops to Russia, further strengthening Moscow's military presence on the front lines with Ukraine.
Ukraine launches one of deepest drone strikes into Russia
In one of the deepest strikes inside Russian territory, Ukrainian drones hit the Russian city of Izhevsk on Tuesday. The attack killed three people and injured dozens more.
Russia launches largest aerial assault on Ukraine; F-16 pilot dies
Russia has launched its largest aerial assault on Ukraine since the start of the war in February 2022.
35,000 Ukrainian children still missing; likely held in Russia
An estimated 35,000 Ukrainian children are still missing and believed to be detained in Russia or Russian-occupied territories, according to a team of American experts.
After US, Israel attacks Iran's Fordow nuclear site
Israel has reportedly launched an attack on Iran's Fordow nuclear facility, a day after the United States bombed the secretive underground site.
Why is Putin not helping ally Iran? His reply
Russian President Vladimir Putin has clarified why his country is not intervening in the conflict between Iran and the United States.
Trump to leave G7 Summit early amid Israel-Iran tensions
United States President Donald Trump is leaving the Group of Seven (G7) summit in Canada a day early due to rising tensions in the Middle East, the White House said on Monday.
Putin 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.
Russia launches massive drone and missile attack on Ukraine
In a major escalation of the ongoing conflict, Russia has launched a massive attack on Ukraine using over 400 drones and 40 missiles.
Russia's mysterious 'doomsday radio' is transmitting again
The mysterious Russian radio station, UVB-76, referred to by some as the 'Doomsday Radio,' has resumed its cryptic transmissions.
'Playing with fire': Trump warns Putin amid Ukraine war escalation
United States President Donald Trump has issued a stern warning to Russian President Vladimir Putin over the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.
Putin targeted? Russian commander alleges drone attack on his helicopter
A Russian military commander has claimed that President Vladimir Putin's helicopter was "at the epicenter" of a Ukrainian drone attack on May 20 in Kursk Oblast.
Trump calls Putin 'crazy' after Russia's largest attack on Ukraine
United States President Donald Trump has slammed both Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in a recent social media post.
Russia bombards Ukraine, kills 13 as prisoner swap continues
Russia has launched a major attack on Ukraine, including its capital, Kyiv, resulting in at least 13 deaths across the country.
'Russia, Ukraine will immediately start ceasefire negotiations': Trump
United States President Donald Trump has announced that Russia and Ukraine will begin ceasefire negotiations immediately.
Ukraine reports largest Russian drone attack since 2022
Ukraine has reported its largest drone attack by Russia since the war started in 2022.
Russian drone strike on civilian bus in Ukraine kills 9
A Russian drone strike hit a minibus carrying civilians in Ukraine's northern Sumy region on Saturday, killing nine people.
Trump accuses Zelenskyy of 'pissing away' US aid to Ukraine
President Donald Trump has accused Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy of misusing billions of dollars in United States aid.
Russian, Ukrainian negotiators meet for first talks in 3 years
Peace talks between Ukrainian and Russian representatives have commenced in Istanbul, Turkey. This is the first direct dialogue between Kyiv and Moscow since 2022.
Zelenskyy says he's ready to meet Putin this week
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has said that he is ready to meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin this week in Istanbul on Thursday.
Trump praises Putin's peace overture to Ukraine
United States President Donald Trump has praised Russian President Vladimir Putin for proposing direct negotiations with Ukraine.
Putin pledges 'full support' to India after Pahalgam attack
Russian President Vladimir Putin has condemned the Pahalgam terror attack and assured India of his full support in its fight against terrorism.
Russia urges India-Pakistan to resolve tensions peacefully after Pahalgam attack
Following the recent terror attack in Pahalgam, Russia has called upon India and Pakistan to settle their disputes through peaceful political dialogue.
Modi won't attend Victory Day parade in Moscow, Kremlin confirms
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi won't be attending Russia's Victory Day celebrations on 9 May, Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov confirmed to Reuters.
Putin announces 3-day ceasefire in Ukraine
Russian President Vladimir Putin has announced a "humanitarian" truce from May 8 until midnight May 11.
Ukraine rejects US peace proposal, vows never to surrender Crimea
Ukrainian officials have dismissed a peace proposal from the Trump administration that involves recognizing Russian control over Crimea.
Russia admits North Korean forces fighting Ukraine war
Russia has, for the first time, publicly acknowledged the participation of North Korean forces in its war with Ukraine.
'Vladimir, STOP!' Trump issues rare rebuke to Putin
United States President Donald Trump has publicly condemned Russia for an airstrike on Kyiv that has killed 12 people.
Who is Putin's 'secret' son Ivan, pictured for 1st time
A photo of Ivan Vladimirovich Putin, the alleged "secret son" of Russian President Vladimir Putin and his former girlfriend Alina Kabaeva, has emerged.
Putin proposes direct talks with Ukraine for the first time
Russian President Vladimir Putin has suggested bilateral peace talks with Ukraine for the first time since the early days of the war in 2022.
Russian attacks ongoing despite Putin's Easter ceasefire, claims Zelenskyy
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said fighting was ongoing in Russia's border regions of Kursk and Belgorod, despite a 30-hour Easter ceasefire announced by President Vladimir Putin.
Russian missile strike on Ukrainian city kills 31
A Russian ballistic missile strike in Sumy, Ukraine, has left at least 31 dead and dozens injured.
Russia, Ukraine trade blame over US-brokered ceasefire violation
Russia and Ukraine's foreign ministers traded allegations of breaching a temporary US-brokered ceasefire agreement.
Iran warns neighbors of consequences if they aid US attacks
Iran has refused US President Donald Trump's demand for direct negotiations, but is open to continuing indirect talks through Oman. An unnamed senior Iranian official told Reuters.
US warns Russia to act on Ukraine peace talks
United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio has issued a stern warning to Russia, urging it to demonstrate its commitment to the ongoing peace talks with Ukraine.
Why 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.
Trump 'very angry' with Putin, threatens tariffs on Russian oil
After weeks of trying to broker a ceasefire in Ukraine, US President Donald Trump has said he is "very angry" and "pissed off" with Russian President Vladimir Putin.
Putin to visit India after 4 years
Russian President Vladimir Putin will be visiting India soon to strengthen bilateral relations between the two countries.
'Truly worst': Trump fumes over his not-very-flattering portrait by Colorado
United States President Donald Trump has slammed a portrait of him in the Colorado State Capitol, calling it "purposefully distorted." He has called on Governor Jared Polis to remove the artwork immediately.
UK to host closed-door meeting for peacekeeping force in Ukraine
The United Kingdom (UK) will host a closed-door meeting on Thursday with senior military officials from more than 20 countries, BBC reported.
Zelenskyy agrees to partial ceasefire after 'frank' call with Trump
US President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy had a "very good telephone call," their first since a controversial meeting at the White House three weeks ago, on Wednesday.
'Showing mini-stroke signs': Kremlin insider drops health bombshell on Putin
Speculation about Russian President Vladimir Putin's health has intensified, with a former Kremlin speechwriter suggesting he may even have experienced a "mini-stroke."
Putin agrees to temporarily halt attacks on Ukraine's energy targets
Russian President Vladimir Putin has agreed to restrict Russian military activity on Ukrainian energy infrastructure, but not on an overall 30-day ceasefire as the US proposed.
Putin demands suspension of all Ukraine arms supplies for ceasefire
Russian President Vladimir Putin is demanding a halt to all arms deliveries to Ukraine as a condition for supporting a 30-day ceasefire suggested by former US President Donald Trump.
Putin says he will 'spare' Ukraine troops if they surrender
Russian President Vladimir Putin has urged Ukrainian soldiers in the Kursk region to "surrender."
Ukraine drones hit buildings near Kremlin amid US envoy-Putin meeting
Ukraine carried out drone attacks in central Moscow on Friday, hitting buildings not far from the Kremlin.
Is UK bringing back conscription amid fears of Russian aggression?
The United Kingdom government is reportedly considering reintroducing conscription amid growing fears over Russian President Vladimir Putin's belligerence.