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Lavrov comments on Epstein-Russia spy claims
The allegations amount to “yellow journalism” and are politically motivated, the foreign minister has said
Feb 10, 2026 15:02
No option but to beef up defenses – key Russian ally
Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko has cited the buildup of NATO forces in Eastern Europe and the rapid militarization of the region
Feb 10, 2026 14:40
Kremlin confirms renewed dialogue with Paris
French President Emmanuel Macron has said dropping attempts to isolate Russia is required as the Ukraine conflict draws closer to a settlement
Feb 10, 2026 11:33
‘Avalanche’ of complaints against Ukrainian forced mobilization – ombudsman
The 340-fold increase in four years shows forced draft is causing a “systemic crisis,” the official has said
Feb 10, 2026 07:37
Terror attacks prove somebody in Kiev not ready for peace – Fyodor Lukyanov Exclusive
Russia has demonstrated a “very high degree of patience,” the Valdai Discussion Club research director has told RT
Feb 9, 2026 23:14
Ukraine to launch arms exports – Zelensky
Moscow has long accused Kiev of selling Western weaponry on the black market and arming terrorists in Africa
Feb 9, 2026 16:08
Prime suspect in shooting of Russian general admits working for Kiev (VIDEO)
The alleged shooter has told investigators he was already on Ukraine’s payroll when he was ordered to kill Vladimir Alekseyev
Feb 9, 2026 12:22
UK troops active on the ground in Ukraine – Moscow
Russia has every reason to say Britain is party to the conflict, Ambassador Andrey Kelin has said
Feb 9, 2026 10:35
Western network plotting coup in Belarus – Russian intelligence
Foreign NGOs are allegedly preparing a ‘color revolution’ targeting Moscow’s key ally
Feb 9, 2026 09:07
Poland involved in attempted assassination of Russian general – investigators
Warsaw’s special services helped Ukraine recruit the man suspected of targeting Vladimir Alekseyev, the FSB has claimed
Feb 9, 2026 06:44
Epstein case reveals ‘satanism’ of Western elites – Lavrov
Russia’s top diplomat said the late US financier’s crimes are “beyond comprehension”
Feb 9, 2026 04:42
Russia will not attack EU or NATO unless struck first – Lavrov
The foreign minister said Moscow would retaliate with full force against any aggression from the West
Feb 8, 2026 23:38
Ukrainian press gang beats recruit to death – police
Three enlistment officers were detained in the city of Dnepr after a civilian perished in their custody, local police have said
Feb 8, 2026 18:57
This European country is preparing to give up its future for an ‘EU dream’ FEATURE
With formal withdrawal from the CIS underway, Moldova faces mounting economic and political pressures amid unresolved questions about its place in Europe
Feb 8, 2026 16:08
The famous Slavic stare: Here’s something you can’t fake Opinion
Why a mild climate produces soft faces – and Russia doesn’t
Feb 8, 2026 08:55
Alleged would-be assassin of Russian general arrested – FSB
Vladimir Alekseyev, a senior GRU official, was shot three times in the back in Moscow on Friday
Feb 8, 2026 07:04
US wants Ukraine conflict to end by summer – Zelensky
Washington is pushing to resolve the hostilities before focusing on domestic issues, the Ukrainian leader has said
Feb 7, 2026 15:54
They tortured, murdered, committed ethnic cleansing. Meet Ukraine’s ‘national heroes’ FEATURE
Radical nationalists collaborated with Nazi Germany and left a bloody legacy that is still celebrated today
Feb 7, 2026 13:54
Russia launches large-scale ‘retaliatory’ strikes on Ukraine – MOD
Kiev has imposed emergency power shutdowns across the entire country, local officials say
Feb 7, 2026 10:14
US pressuring Ukraine to hold elections soon – Reuters
The Americans are “in a hurry” to persuade Vladimir Zelensky to organize the vote, a report says
Feb 7, 2026 00:55
Russian police bust hospital morgue for selling bodies
Human remains were allegedly supplied in exchange for bribes to commercial firms for use in cosmetic and surgical experiments
Feb 6, 2026 21:07
Ukrainian generals exposed in multimillion-dollar corruption scheme
Anti-graft agencies report evidence of high-level embezzlement in the Defense Ministry
Feb 6, 2026 21:00
Zelensky criticizes Ukrainian Air Force
A widespread failure to intercept Russian drones is at the root of the complaint
Feb 6, 2026 18:40
Russian gold reserves break record
The country’s bullion holdings were valued at $402.7 billion as of early February
Feb 6, 2026 18:25

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