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Moscow's fuel stations limit sales amid shortages - Reuters
Moscow's fuel stations limit sales amid shortages Reuters
August 19, 2026Russia says UK 'will pay' for supplying drones to Ukraine
An MoD spokesperson responds by saying Britain stands "shoulder to shoulder" with Ukraine.
August 18, 2026Russia downs 180 drones in Moscow region overnight, mayor says - Reuters
Russia downs 180 drones in Moscow region overnight, mayor says Reuters
August 18, 2026EXCLUSIVE: Binance gave Moscow client details used to charge Russian over Ukraine donations, documents show - Reuters
EXCLUSIVE: Binance gave Moscow client details used to charge Russian over Ukraine donations, documents show Reuters
August 17, 2026Ukrainian strikes kill six in Russia, acting governor says
A 14-year-old child was among four others injured, the acting governor of Russia's Belgorod region says.
August 17, 2026Ukrainian drones strike Moscow region, killing one - Reuters
Ukrainian drones strike Moscow region, killing one Reuters
August 16, 2026Five killed as Russia launches fresh aerial attacks across Ukraine
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky accuses Russia of targeting civilian infrastructure, while Moscow reports that a warehouse was hit.
August 16, 2026Putin can no longer claim victory in Ukraine, Nobel Peace Prize winner tells BBC
In an exclusive interview with the BBC’s Steve Rosenberg, Dmitry Muratov says the Kremlin leader can only "destroy Ukraine, not conquer it", with the war now in its fifth year.
August 13, 2026Russia releases former US Marine reported in poor health
Trump said Robert Gilman, who was arrested in 2022, was released on a humanitarian basis, after he had reportedly been in a catatonic-like state.
August 11, 2026Ousted Syrian dictator Bashar al-Assad sentenced to death in absentia
The ex-president is convicted of committing war crimes and crimes against humanity during the country's civil war.
August 11, 2026Russian court bars only anti-war party from standing in parliamentary elections
Russia's only liberal, anti-war party will not be able to take part in next month's parliamentary elections, a Moscow court rules.
August 10, 2026Outside the Moscow restaurant where bomb killed three
The BBC's Russia editor reports from Kudrinskaya Square, where the blast took place.
August 3, 2026At the scene of deadly Moscow bomb blast
Three people have been killed and 21 injured after an explosive device detonated at an Italian restaurant, Russian media reports.
August 2, 2026PODCAST: Iran pause, Moscow restaurant attack and GLP-1 clothes shopping - Reuters
PODCAST: Iran pause, Moscow restaurant attack and GLP-1 clothes shopping Reuters
August 2, 2026Three killed after bomb detonated at Moscow restaurant, state media say
Security officials said a woman tried to enter the restaurant with explosives but was stopped by a security guard.
August 2, 2026Three killed, 15 injured in Moscow explosion, TASS says - Reuters
Three killed, 15 injured in Moscow explosion, TASS says Reuters
August 1, 2026Courting controversy and befriending Trump - the story of Fifa boss Infantino
Gianni Infantino has clashed with unions and European football, but after 10 years as Fifa president he remains in a powerful position.
August 1, 2026Zelensky to press Trump on air defences while in Washington
Ukraine's leader is hoping to firm up US commitments to bolstering Kyiv's anti-ballistic missile defences, as Russia has escalated deadly attacks.
July 28, 2026Pirlo out of Italy football top job after backlash over Russian betting firm links
The uproar throws the Italian Football Federation into further disarray following Italy's third consecutive failure to qualify for the World Cup.
July 27, 2026North Korea, Russia foreign ministers hold strategic talks in Moscow, KCNA says - Reuters
North Korea, Russia foreign ministers hold strategic talks in Moscow, KCNA says Reuters
July 20, 2026Ten killed as Russian attacks on merchant ships in Black Sea intensify
Russian strikes on the Odesa region have killed 28 people in July alone, local authorities say.
July 20, 2026Russia says Ukraine launched 400 drones at Moscow region, two wounded, buildings set ablaze - Reuters
Russia says Ukraine launched 400 drones at Moscow region, two wounded, buildings set ablaze Reuters
July 20, 2026Russia launches major ballistic missile attack on Ukrainian cities
Four people are killed and at least 36 injured as Ukraine's two largest cities are targeted, as Kyiv continues its own assault on Russian infrastructure.
July 19, 2026Russians turn to cash, putting more strain on slowing wartime economy
Russians have been hit by mobile internet shutdowns and more businesses are seeking to dodge tax after more than four years of war with Ukraine.
July 18, 2026One anti-war critic fined, another held as Russia clamps down on opponents
While Boris Nadezhdin is barred from running for parliament, blogger Ilya Remeslo is remanded in custody.
July 17, 2026Effort, spirit and moments - but do England lack all-round quality?
As England reflect on their World Cup semi-final defeat by Argentina, BBC Sport's Phil McNulty looks at what Thomas Tuchel's team were lacking.
July 17, 2026England's biggest match since 1966 as Three Lions close in on immortality
England face Argentina in the World Cup semi-finals on Wednesday - and BBC Sport's Phil McNulty explains why it is the Three Lions' biggest match since 1966.
July 15, 2026Moscow mayor says 340 Ukrainian drones sent towards the capital, most downed - Reuters
Moscow mayor says 340 Ukrainian drones sent towards the capital, most downed Reuters
July 14, 2026Is it time to give record-breaker Pickford the credit he deserves?
Is it time to finally give England keeper Jordan Pickford the credit he deserves as he enters the World Cup history books, asks chief football writer Phil McNulty.
July 11, 2026Ukraine strikes Russian ships near Crimea, escalating attacks on fuel supplies
The attacks appear to be the latest phase of Ukraine's bid to choke off supplies and routes into and out of occupied Crimea.
July 9, 2026Russia tries to jam Musk's Starlink systems to counter Ukrainian drones - Reuters
Russia tries to jam Musk's Starlink systems to counter Ukrainian drones Reuters
July 8, 2026Russian fuel shortages bite – but will Putin change tack in Ukraine war?
Even in Moscow, authorities are unable to guarantee fuel supplies, but will economic pressure lead to talks or escalation?
July 8, 2026Zelensky to press Nato for air defence systems after intense Russian strikes
The Ukrainian president will use the Nato meeting in Turkey to argue he needs more interceptor missiles.
July 7, 2026Fury, Joshua, Dubois and Itauma - UK's heavyweight boom
BBC Sport looks at why so many elite-level heavyweight boxers have emerged from Britain and how the future looks in the sport's glamour division.
July 3, 2026Google must pay €4.1bn fine for using Android to 'block' rivals
A Google spokesperson said the judgement "fails to recognise" the firm's "significant investment to ensure Android remains open."
July 2, 2026They quit the West for Russia's traditional values, but it wasn't what they expected
The BBC asks Westerners who moved to Russia if life there lives up to expectations.
June 26, 2026Ukraine strikes knock out power in key city in Russian-occupied Crimea
Sevastopol's Moscow-installed governor warns there will be no electricity in some areas until the evening.
June 24, 2026Moscow shoots down nearly 60 drones, airports reopen, authorities say - Reuters
Moscow shoots down nearly 60 drones, airports reopen, authorities say Reuters
June 22, 2026Russian troop build-up threatens city seen as key to seizing Ukraine's Donbas
If Kostyantynivka falls, Russian forces would be able push towards Ukraine's last remaining strongholds in the east.
June 21, 2026Steve Rosenberg: Moscow oil refinery attack brings Russia's war with Ukraine closer to home
There are moments when life in Moscow feels completely normal - Thursday morning wasn't one of them, writes Steve Rosenberg.
June 20, 2026Ukraine brings the war to Moscow as huge blasts shake refinery - Reuters
Ukraine brings the war to Moscow as huge blasts shake refinery Reuters
June 18, 2026Second Moscow refinery attack this week damages units, sparks fires, sources say - Reuters
Second Moscow refinery attack this week damages units, sparks fires, sources say Reuters
June 18, 2026Fans boo hydration break during England-Croatia World Cup match - Reuters
Fans boo hydration break during England-Croatia World Cup match Reuters
June 17, 2026Trump tells Putin he is ready to help end Ukraine conflict, Kremlin adviser says - Reuters
Trump tells Putin he is ready to help end Ukraine conflict, Kremlin adviser says Reuters
June 14, 2026Russia's Putin sends birthday greetings to 'bright, remarkable' Trump - Reuters
Russia's Putin sends birthday greetings to 'bright, remarkable' Trump Reuters
June 14, 2026Russian families use AI to 'resurrect' loved ones killed in Ukraine
The highly controversial trend lies at the intersection of Russia's war on Ukraine, new AI technologies and grief.
June 13, 2026More time needed for deadly Air India crash inquiry, officials say
A statement says "significant progress" has been made into investigating the crash, in which 260 people died a year ago.
June 12, 2026Drones hit historic museum in Russia-annexed Crimea as officials alter train schedule - Reuters
Drones hit historic museum in Russia-annexed Crimea as officials alter train schedule Reuters
June 10, 2026Three blasts hit gas pipeline in Russia's Dagestan, TASS reports - Reuters
Three blasts hit gas pipeline in Russia's Dagestan, TASS reports Reuters
June 9, 2026Hormuz strait will be open but with transit fees, Iran envoy to Moscow quoted - Reuters
Hormuz strait will be open but with transit fees, Iran envoy to Moscow quoted Reuters
June 8, 2026European leaders ready to support ceasefire talks between Ukraine, Russia - Reuters
European leaders ready to support ceasefire talks between Ukraine, Russia Reuters
June 7, 2026With China's Xi in North Korea, Kim to project confidence, defiance - Reuters
With China's Xi in North Korea, Kim to project confidence, defiance Reuters
June 7, 2026Astronauts return to ISS after sheltering during air leak repair attempt
Russian attempt to repair tunnel area sparks safe-haven procedure for five other astronauts onboard.
June 5, 2026Seven killed after drone hits bus in Russia-controlled part of Ukraine
The bus was travelling between Moscow and Simferopol, in Russian-occupied Crimea, an official says.
June 3, 2026Russia attacks Ukraine's Danube port, Ukraine launches drones towards Moscow - Reuters
Russia attacks Ukraine's Danube port, Ukraine launches drones towards Moscow Reuters
May 19, 2026Ukraine drones kill four in Russia, Moscow faces biggest attack in over a year - Reuters
Ukraine drones kill four in Russia, Moscow faces biggest attack in over a year Reuters
May 17, 2026Steve Rosenberg: This year's Victory Day parade in Moscow felt very different
The BBC's Russia editor reports from a Red Square with none of the military hardware which the Kremlin normally showcases to project power internationally.
May 9, 2026Rosenberg: Scaled-back Victory Parade in Moscow's Red Square
The BBC's Russia editor reports from Moscow, where the annual Victory Day display was quieter than usual.
May 9, 2026More than 50 Moscow-bound drones intercepted by Russia, mayor says - Reuters
More than 50 Moscow-bound drones intercepted by Russia, mayor says Reuters
May 7, 2026Rosenberg: Russia's Victory Day parade with no tanks a sign Ukraine war not going to plan
For the first time in nearly two decades, there will be no military hardware, just soldiers during Saturday's parade in Moscow.
May 7, 2026Ukrainian drone hits upmarket Moscow high-rise ahead of Victory Day celebrations
The attack comes as the Kremlin prepares to hold a scaled-back military parade on Saturday.
May 4, 2026Slovakia's PM Fico to attend Victory Day parade in Moscow, Russian TV says - Reuters
Slovakia's PM Fico to attend Victory Day parade in Moscow, Russian TV says Reuters
May 3, 2026Russia scales back Moscow Victory Day parade, blaming threat from Ukraine
Russia says the annual commemoration of Soviet victory in World War Two will not feature military vehicles or cadets.
April 29, 2026Zelensky says failure of US envoys to visit Kyiv is 'disrespectful'
US envoy Steve Witkoff and Donald Trump's son-in-law Jared Kushner have travelled to Moscow several times, but never to Kyiv.
April 21, 2026Russian regional officials say Ukraine attacked Kursk, Belgorod regions - Reuters
Russian regional officials say Ukraine attacked Kursk, Belgorod regions Reuters
April 11, 2026Russia, Ukraine carry out POW swap, defence ministry says - Reuters
Russia, Ukraine carry out POW swap, defence ministry says Reuters
April 11, 2026Russian diplomat: Moscow will not abandon Cuba, help with energy - Reuters
Russian diplomat: Moscow will not abandon Cuba, help with energy Reuters
April 10, 2026Russia and Ukraine agree to truce for Orthodox Easter
Vladimir Putin announced the truce, which will last from Saturday afternoon on 11 April through Easter Sunday.
April 9, 2026Russian grain ship believed sunk in Ukrainian drone attack is found and towed to shore, TASS says - Reuters
Russian grain ship believed sunk in Ukrainian drone attack is found and towed to shore, TASS says Reuters
April 6, 2026Russian court sentences former governor to 14 years in prison for corruption - Reuters
Russian court sentences former governor to 14 years in prison for corruption Reuters
April 6, 2026Kremlin says 'highly likely' that Ukraine planted explosives near Hungary-bound gas pipeline - Reuters
Kremlin says 'highly likely' that Ukraine planted explosives near Hungary-bound gas pipeline Reuters
April 6, 2026Russia says US should abandon 'language of ultimatums' on Iran - Reuters
Russia says US should abandon 'language of ultimatums' on Iran Reuters
April 5, 2026OPEC+ agrees to boost oil output when Strait of Hormuz reopens - Reuters
OPEC+ agrees to boost oil output when Strait of Hormuz reopens Reuters
April 5, 2026Russia evacuates 198 more staff from Iran's Bushehr nuclear plant, agencies report - reuters.com
Russia evacuates 198 more staff from Iran's Bushehr nuclear plant, agencies report reuters.com
April 4, 2026Putin holds call with Turkey's Erdogan to discuss Middle East - Reuters
Putin holds call with Turkey's Erdogan to discuss Middle East Reuters
April 3, 2026Moscow shoppers and travellers hit by payment system problem - Reuters
Moscow shoppers and travellers hit by payment system problem Reuters
April 3, 2026Russia will ask US and Israel to cease fire while it evacuates staff from Iranian nuclear plant, RIA reports - Reuters
Russia will ask US and Israel to cease fire while it evacuates staff from Iranian nuclear plant, RIA reports Reuters
April 2, 2026Zelenskiy says US talks "positive," Russian response to truce offer was strikes - Reuters
Zelenskiy says US talks "positive," Russian response to truce offer was strikes Reuters
April 1, 2026US conservatives watch nervously as Orban faces tough test in Hungary vote - Reuters
US conservatives watch nervously as Orban faces tough test in Hungary vote Reuters
March 31, 2026Zelensky says allies asked him to scale back attacks on Russian energy
Ukraine's president says partners asked if the attacks could be "reduced" as prices soar due to the Iran war.
March 30, 2026Russia expels British diplomat for alleged economic espionage - Reuters
Russia expels British diplomat for alleged economic espionage Reuters
March 30, 2026Estonia and Latvia say territories hit by stray Ukrainian drones
The incidents occurred on the same night that Ukraine launched a massive attack on Russia's port of Ust-Luga, near the Estonian border.
March 25, 2026Kenyans fighting illegally for Russia in Ukraine to be granted amnesty
It is illegal for Kenyans to serve in foreign armies and can carry a sentence of up to 10 years in jail.
March 22, 2026Russia's school propaganda was highlighted by Oscar-winning film - but does it work?
The messages are clear: the full-scale invasion is a defensive war and patriotism means unquestionable loyalty.
March 21, 2026Exclusive: EU's Kallas rejects Belgian PM's call to normalise Moscow ties, get cheap Russian energy - Reuters
Exclusive: EU's Kallas rejects Belgian PM's call to normalise Moscow ties, get cheap Russian energy Reuters
March 17, 2026Russia agrees to stop using Kenyan recruits in Ukraine conflict, Kenya says
Some 1,000 Kenyans are believed to have recruited to fight in Ukraine - many say they were lured under false pretences.
March 16, 2026Russia says Ukraine struck Moscow with about 250 drones this weekend - Reuters
Russia says Ukraine struck Moscow with about 250 drones this weekend Reuters
March 16, 2026US and allies clash with Russia and China over Iran nuclear program - Reuters
US and allies clash with Russia and China over Iran nuclear program Reuters
March 12, 2026Nineteen jailed over deadly Moscow concert attack
Gunmen opened fire at Crocus City Concert hall near Moscow in 2024, killing 149 and injuring more than 500.
March 12, 2026US, Russian teams met in Florida and discussed 'variety of topics,' Witkoff says - Reuters
US, Russian teams met in Florida and discussed 'variety of topics,' Witkoff says Reuters
March 12, 2026Kremlin says it is in constant touch with Iranian leaders - Reuters
Kremlin says it is in constant touch with Iranian leaders Reuters
March 11, 2026Russia's deportations of Ukrainian children amount to crimes against humanity, UN inquiry finds - Reuters
Russia's deportations of Ukrainian children amount to crimes against humanity, UN inquiry finds Reuters
March 10, 2026Kremlin says Moscow mobile internet outages are done for sake of security - Reuters
Kremlin says Moscow mobile internet outages are done for sake of security Reuters
March 10, 2026Trump says he discussed Ukraine and Iran conflicts with Putin - Reuters
Trump says he discussed Ukraine and Iran conflicts with Putin Reuters
March 9, 2026Kremlin: Putin, in a phone call with Trump, shares proposals to end Iran war quickly - Reuters
Kremlin: Putin, in a phone call with Trump, shares proposals to end Iran war quickly Reuters
March 9, 2026Russian strike on Kharkiv apartment block kills seven
Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky says ten other people - including children - are injured as rescuers continue to search through rubble.
March 7, 2026Putin calls for immediate halt to Iran conflict - Reuters
Putin calls for immediate halt to Iran conflict Reuters
March 7, 2026Russia is providing Iran intelligence to target US forces, Washington Post reports - Reuters
Russia is providing Iran intelligence to target US forces, Washington Post reports Reuters
March 6, 2026Ukraine accuses Hungary of taking seven bank workers hostage in Budapest
Their bank said they were in two vans carrying $80m (£60m) worth of cash between Austria and Ukraine.
March 6, 2026Isolated and under fire: Iran strikes out as Russia and China stand aside - Reuters
Isolated and under fire: Iran strikes out as Russia and China stand aside Reuters
March 5, 2026Watershed moment as Russia's sporting exile ends
Sports Editor Dan Roan analyses Russia's controversial return to global sporting action at the Winter Paralympics and what it might mean for other sports.
March 4, 2026Russia may halt gas supplies to Europe amid Iran energy spike, Putin says - Reuters
Russia may halt gas supplies to Europe amid Iran energy spike, Putin says Reuters
March 4, 2026Trump's Iran attack rattles Russian hardliners who call for Putin to double down on war in Ukraine - Reuters
Trump's Iran attack rattles Russian hardliners who call for Putin to double down on war in Ukraine Reuters
March 3, 2026Attack on Iran could buoy Trump in talks with China's Xi - Reuters
Attack on Iran could buoy Trump in talks with China's Xi Reuters
March 3, 2026Hegseth on Iran attacks: 'This is not Iraq, this is not endless'
US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth offered few details about the operation, leaving questions unanswered about the scope or duration.
March 2, 2026Putin will relay UAE president's complaints about Iranian strikes to Tehran, Kremlin says - Reuters
Putin will relay UAE president's complaints about Iranian strikes to Tehran, Kremlin says Reuters
March 2, 2026US and Israel strike Iran, seeking to topple its leaders - Reuters
US and Israel strike Iran, seeking to topple its leaders Reuters
February 28, 2026Russia and Ukraine exchange more than 1,000 soldiers' bodies
Russia's announcement comes as Ukraine's top negotiator met US peace envoys in Geneva.
February 26, 2026Russia eyes higher Urals oil exports to China amid Indian cutbacks, traders say - Reuters
Russia eyes higher Urals oil exports to China amid Indian cutbacks, traders say Reuters
February 26, 2026Russia says sending British troops to Ukraine would prolong war, not end it - Reuters
Russia says sending British troops to Ukraine would prolong war, not end it Reuters
February 26, 2026OPEC+ to consider 137,000 bpd oil output increase for April, sources say - Reuters
OPEC+ to consider 137,000 bpd oil output increase for April, sources say Reuters
February 25, 2026Russia accuses Ukraine of seeking to acquire nuclear weapon with help from UK and France - Reuters
Russia accuses Ukraine of seeking to acquire nuclear weapon with help from UK and France Reuters
February 24, 2026Russia issues statement warning of risks of clash between nuclear powers - Reuters
Russia issues statement warning of risks of clash between nuclear powers Reuters
February 24, 2026Ramaphosa thanks Putin for release of South Africans lured into Russia-Ukraine war
The men believed they were going to Russia for training as bodyguards but ended up on the front line.
February 24, 2026Kremlin says Ukraine conflict has evolved into a much wider confrontation with the West - Reuters
Kremlin says Ukraine conflict has evolved into a much wider confrontation with the West Reuters
February 24, 2026Canada plans to assist Cuba while Washington squeezes the island - Reuters
Canada plans to assist Cuba while Washington squeezes the island Reuters
February 24, 2026Explosion near Moscow train station kills police officer
The unidentified suspect also died at the scene where another two officers were injured, Russian officials said.
February 24, 2026Next round of Ukraine peace talks could be this week, Kyiv says - Reuters
Next round of Ukraine peace talks could be this week, Kyiv says Reuters
February 23, 2026Ukraine attack seriously damages infrastructure in Russia's Belgorod, governor says - Reuters
Ukraine attack seriously damages infrastructure in Russia's Belgorod, governor says Reuters
February 22, 2026Iran agreed secret shoulder-fired missile deal with Russia, FT reports - Reuters
Iran agreed secret shoulder-fired missile deal with Russia, FT reports Reuters
February 22, 2026Pope says peace in Ukraine 'cannot be postponed' - Reuters
Pope says peace in Ukraine 'cannot be postponed' Reuters
February 22, 2026Drone attacks prompt suspension of operations at some Moscow airports - Reuters
Drone attacks prompt suspension of operations at some Moscow airports Reuters
February 22, 2026US and Iran slide towards conflict as military buildup eclipses talks - Reuters
US and Iran slide towards conflict as military buildup eclipses talks Reuters
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