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Xi assures Russia of China's friendship as ties grow with other nations - Reuters
Xi assures Russia of China's friendship as ties grow with other nations Reuters
April 15, 2026Hungary's next PM would pick up if Putin calls and tell him to stop Ukraine war
Russia has offered "pragmatic" relations, but Péter Magyar says he will not call Vladimir Putin himself.
April 13, 2026Katya Adler: Jubilation in Budapest will be felt in Europe but leaves Moscow cold
European leaders share Hungarians' joy over the ousting of Vladimir Putin's EU ally, writes the BBC's Europe editor.
April 13, 2026Russia, Ukraine trade accusations of Orthodox Easter ceasefire violations - Reuters
Russia, Ukraine trade accusations of Orthodox Easter ceasefire violations Reuters
April 12, 2026Ukraine and Russia accuse each other of hundreds of ceasefire violations
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky says his nation's forces would respond "symmetrically" to Russian attacks.
April 12, 2026Hungarians vote in landmark election closely watched by EU, Russia, US - Reuters
Hungarians vote in landmark election closely watched by EU, Russia, US 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, 2026After years of war with Russia, Ukraine's farmers are hit by Iran conflict - Reuters
After years of war with Russia, Ukraine's farmers are hit by Iran conflict Reuters
April 10, 2026Former Russian defence official is jailed for 19 years for corruption - Reuters
Former Russian defence official is jailed for 19 years for corruption Reuters
April 10, 2026Ukraine faces months of diplomatic and military pressure, Zelenskiy says - Reuters
Ukraine faces months of diplomatic and military pressure, Zelenskiy says Reuters
April 10, 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, 2026Kremlin says Russia has right to defend itself from 'piracy' after report of warship escort near UK - Reuters
Kremlin says Russia has right to defend itself from 'piracy' after report of warship escort near UK Reuters
April 9, 2026UK says it deployed military to deter Russian submarines from attack on undersea cables - Reuters
UK says it deployed military to deter Russian submarines from attack on undersea cables Reuters
April 9, 2026IMF, World Bank and UN food agency say war is increasing food prices, insecurity - Reuters
IMF, World Bank and UN food agency say war is increasing food prices, insecurity Reuters
April 8, 2026Cameroon 'military contractors' killed in Russia-Ukraine war - BBC confirms leaked message
The government usually refrains from commenting on the participation of its citizens in the conflict.
April 8, 2026India expects US to extend waiver on Russian oil purchases, govt source says - Reuters
India expects US to extend waiver on Russian oil purchases, govt source says Reuters
April 8, 2026China and Russia veto UN resolution on protecting Hormuz shipping - Reuters
China and Russia veto UN resolution on protecting Hormuz shipping Reuters
April 7, 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, 2026Russian drone attack on Ukraine's Odesa kills three, regional governor says - Reuters
Russian drone attack on Ukraine's Odesa kills three, regional governor says Reuters
April 6, 2026Russia says it downed 148 Ukrainian drones in three hours - Reuters
Russia says it downed 148 Ukrainian drones in three hours Reuters
April 5, 2026Russia says US should abandon 'language of ultimatums' on Iran - Reuters
Russia says US should abandon 'language of ultimatums' on Iran Reuters
April 5, 2026Fire breaks out at Russia's NORSI oil refinery after drone attack, governor says - Reuters
Fire breaks out at Russia's NORSI oil refinery after drone attack, governor says 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, 2026Russian attack on Ukraine market kills five
A Russian drone hit a busy spot in the southern Ukrainian town on Saturday morning, injuring another 21 people.
April 4, 2026Russia chose 'Easter escalation' over ceasefire, says Zelensky
Six civilians were killed and 40 others injured as Russia launched hundreds of drones and missiles.
April 4, 2026Russian oil terminals under attack unable to accept shipments for second week, sources say - Reuters
Russian oil terminals under attack unable to accept shipments for second week, sources say Reuters
April 3, 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, 2026Kremlin's drive for a state-backed messaging app touches a nerve for some - Reuters
Kremlin's drive for a state-backed messaging app touches a nerve for some Reuters
April 3, 2026Russia's services sector contracts for first time in six months, PMI shows - reuters.com
Russia's services sector contracts for first time in six months, PMI shows reuters.com
April 3, 2026Russian mariner held after Houthi Red Sea attack leaves Yemen for home - reuters.com
Russian mariner held after Houthi Red Sea attack leaves Yemen for home reuters.com
April 2, 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, 2026Russia says it will expel Dutch journalist in tit-for-tat move - Reuters
Russia says it will expel Dutch journalist in tit-for-tat move Reuters
April 1, 2026Russia's pipeline gas exports to Europe jump 22% year-on-year in March amid Mideast crunch - Reuters
Russia's pipeline gas exports to Europe jump 22% year-on-year in March amid Mideast crunch Reuters
April 1, 2026Russian oil tanker docks in Cuba ending near-total blockade
A Russian oil tanker has docked in Cuba, providing temporary relief after months of shortages.
March 31, 2026Soaring fuel prices drive German far-right calls for a turn back to Russia - Reuters
Soaring fuel prices drive German far-right calls for a turn back to Russia Reuters
March 31, 2026Ukrainian drones damage Russia's Ust-Luga port again, governor says - Reuters
Ukrainian drones damage Russia's Ust-Luga port again, governor says Reuters
March 31, 2026White House says no change in Cuba policy after Russian tanker waiver - Reuters
White House says no change in Cuba policy after Russian tanker waiver Reuters
March 30, 2026Global bonds stagger toward steep monthly losses as war's economic toll mounts - Reuters
Global bonds stagger toward steep monthly losses as war's economic toll mounts Reuters
March 30, 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, 2026Russian oil tanker reaches Cuba after Trump appears to loosen blockade
The tanker has reached Cuban waters just hours after Donald Trump said he had "no problem" with it.
March 30, 2026Russia expels British diplomat for alleged economic espionage - Reuters
Russia expels British diplomat for alleged economic espionage Reuters
March 30, 2026Russia expels British diplomat over spying allegations
A UK Foreign Office spokesman accused Russia of an "aggressive and co-ordinated campaign of harassment against British diplomats".
March 30, 2026Three dead in Russian attack on Kramatorsk in eastern Ukraine, police say - Reuters
Three dead in Russian attack on Kramatorsk in eastern Ukraine, police say Reuters
March 29, 2026From jammed broadcasts to a blocked website: BBC Russian's 80 years of defiance
For half a century, BBC Russian had to fend off jammers. Now its website is blocked, but millions still read it.
March 28, 2026Russian and Iranian foreign ministers discuss possibility of conflict settlement - reuters.com
Russian and Iranian foreign ministers discuss possibility of conflict settlement reuters.com
March 27, 2026Kremlin says US is wrong to condition economic cooperation with Russia on Ukraine peace deal - Reuters
Kremlin says US is wrong to condition economic cooperation with Russia on Ukraine peace deal Reuters
March 27, 2026How Russia's threat forced Germany to radically rethink its military
Germany once terrorised Europe, but now Europe is welcoming a resurgent German military.
March 27, 2026Belarus leader gifts rifle to North Korea's Kim as they sign friendship treaty
Two key supporters of Russia's war in Ukraine close ranks as Alexander Lukashenko visits Pyongyang.
March 27, 2026Russia says Britain's decision to detain its vessels is hostile, vows response - Reuters
Russia says Britain's decision to detain its vessels is hostile, vows response Reuters
March 26, 2026Russia says it hopes for new round of Ukraine talks with US as soon as conditions allow - Reuters
Russia says it hopes for new round of Ukraine talks with US as soon as conditions allow Reuters
March 26, 2026Zimbabwe says 15 nationals killed after being lured to fight for Russia
Zimbabwe says it is engaging the Russian government to repatriate bodies and bring home those still alive.
March 26, 2026'We are being choked': Philippines transport workers strike over fuel costs
It comes as a ship carrying barrels of Russian crude oil arrived in the Philippines earlier this week.
March 26, 2026Area near one of Russia's biggest oil refineries damaged by Ukrainian drones, official says - Reuters
Area near one of Russia's biggest oil refineries damaged by Ukrainian drones, official says Reuters
March 26, 2026Russian attacks kill two in Ukraine's Kharkiv, damage infrastructure on the Danube - Reuters
Russian attacks kill two in Ukraine's Kharkiv, damage infrastructure on the Danube Reuters
March 26, 2026Russia sought to blackmail US using intelligence to Iran, Zelenskiy says - Reuters
Russia sought to blackmail US using intelligence to Iran, Zelenskiy says Reuters
March 25, 2026Exclusive: At least 40% of Russia's oil export capacity halted, Reuters calculations show - Reuters
Exclusive: At least 40% of Russia's oil export capacity halted, Reuters calculations show Reuters
March 25, 2026Blaze at Russia's Baltic Sea port of Ust-Luga after major Ukrainian drone attack - Reuters
Blaze at Russia's Baltic Sea port of Ust-Luga after major Ukrainian drone attack Reuters
March 25, 2026Russia launches 948 drones at Ukraine in largest attack over 24-hour period
Cities across the west of Ukraine were hit, with residential buildings damaged and many injured.
March 24, 2026Russia launches over 400 drones at Ukraine in rare daytime attack, air force says - Reuters
Russia launches over 400 drones at Ukraine in rare daytime attack, air force says Reuters
March 24, 2026At least five killed in massive wave of Russian strikes across Ukraine, officials say
Officials said the attacks were among the worst in ten days, with damage reported in eleven regions across the country.
March 24, 2026India File: War and a searing summer test coal readiness - Reuters
India File: War and a searing summer test coal readiness Reuters
March 24, 2026Inside the alleged Russian operation to trigger anti-government protests in Angola
A group of Russians and Angolans are going on trial in Angola after being accused of fomenting protests, which they deny.
March 24, 2026Ukraine's Zelenskiy says intelligence shows Russia preparing new massive attack - Reuters
Ukraine's Zelenskiy says intelligence shows Russia preparing new massive attack Reuters
March 23, 2026Exclusive: Russia delays change to fiscal fund after Iran war energy price surge - Reuters
Exclusive: Russia delays change to fiscal fund after Iran war energy price surge Reuters
March 23, 2026Ukraine has 'irrefutable' evidence of Russia providing intelligence to Iran, Zelenskiy says - Reuters
Ukraine has 'irrefutable' evidence of Russia providing intelligence to Iran, Zelenskiy says Reuters
March 23, 2026Czechs looking into possible Russian trail in fire at defence factory - Reuters
Czechs looking into possible Russian trail in fire at defence factory Reuters
March 23, 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, 2026Libya hires firm to tackle stricken Russian tanker drifting towards coast - Reuters
Libya hires firm to tackle stricken Russian tanker drifting towards coast Reuters
March 21, 2026Russian drone attack kills two in Ukraine ahead of talks in US, officials say
Two children, aged 11 and 15 were also injured in the attack which took place in Zaporizhzhia.
March 21, 2026Putin tells Tehran: Russia stands by Iran - Reuters
Putin tells Tehran: Russia stands by Iran Reuters
March 21, 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, 2026Ukraine-Hungary oil pipeline row threatens EU loan
Kyiv and Budapest disagree on how badly damaged a hub in western Ukraine bombed by Russia really is, as its oil flow remains suspended.
March 20, 2026Hungary's Orbán accused of disloyalty and blackmail over Ukraine loan veto
The Hungarian leader says a pipeline carrying Russian oil through Ukraine to Hungary must be repaired before any funds can be released.
March 20, 2026Russian drones hit two foreign-flagged ships in Ukraine's Odesa region, governor says - Reuters
Russian drones hit two foreign-flagged ships in Ukraine's Odesa region, governor says Reuters
March 20, 2026Russia, China and the US – the global winners and losers of the Iran war
As the conflict triggers economic disruption some risk being hit hard, while others stand to benefit.
March 20, 2026US issues new 30-day waiver for sale of Russian oil, adding Cuba, N.Korea exceptions - Reuters
US issues new 30-day waiver for sale of Russian oil, adding Cuba, N.Korea exceptions Reuters
March 19, 2026Russia to step up security for military officials after string of assassinations - Reuters
Russia to step up security for military officials after string of assassinations Reuters
March 19, 2026Russian archaeologist can be sent to Ukraine for trial, Polish judge rules
Archaeologist Alexander Butyagin is accused of conducting illegal excavations in Crimea - Ukraine's peninsula annexed by Russia.
March 18, 2026Damaged Russian LNG tanker has reached Libyan waters, Italy says - Reuters
Damaged Russian LNG tanker has reached Libyan waters, Italy says Reuters
March 18, 2026Italy warns Russian tanker could explode in Mediterranean at any time
Italy is one of nine EU countries urging the European Commission to act over the Arctic Metagaz, drifting out of control in the Mediterranean Sea.
March 17, 2026Water supply cut in Moldova after oil spill blamed on Russian strike in Ukraine
Moldova has imposed a 15-day state of alert in the Dniester river basin as a precaution.
March 17, 2026Turkey ready to host next round of Russia-Ukraine talks, Fidan tells Lavrov - Reuters
Turkey ready to host next round of Russia-Ukraine talks, Fidan tells Lavrov Reuters
March 17, 2026Russian attack damages energy, port infrastructure in Ukraine's south, governor says - Reuters
Russian attack damages energy, port infrastructure in Ukraine's south, governor says Reuters
March 17, 2026Mediterranean states say adrift Russian tanker poses 'imminent and serious' threat - Reuters
Mediterranean states say adrift Russian tanker poses 'imminent and serious' threat Reuters
March 16, 2026Russia has taken 12 settlements in Ukraine in first two weeks of March, top general says - Reuters
Russia has taken 12 settlements in Ukraine in first two weeks of March, top general says Reuters
March 16, 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, 2026Asia shares wary, oil volatile as war drags on - Reuters
Asia shares wary, oil volatile as war drags on Reuters
March 16, 2026'Mr. Nobody Against Putin' wins best documentary feature Oscar - Reuters
'Mr. Nobody Against Putin' wins best documentary feature Oscar Reuters
March 16, 2026Sweden detains captain of Russian shadow fleet ship
The skipper of the Sea Owl One is suspected of producing forged documents when it was boarded by coast guard.
March 15, 2026African nations tiptoe around recruitment of citizens by Russian networks - Reuters
African nations tiptoe around recruitment of citizens by Russian networks Reuters
March 15, 2026Zelensky accuses EU allies of 'blackmail' in oil pipeline row
Volodymyr Zelensky says restoring the flow of Russian oil via Ukraine into the EU would be like lifting sanctions on Russia.
March 15, 2026Russia is supplying Iran with Shahed drones, Zelenskiy says - Reuters
Russia is supplying Iran with Shahed drones, Zelenskiy says Reuters
March 15, 2026Russia exploiting Iran war, Zelensky says after fresh bombardment
Volodymyr Zelensky cast concern over the supply of air-defence missiles after a heavy overnight attack kills at least five.
March 14, 2026Iran vows retaliation, Russia-Ukraine, Oscars and ant-smuggling - Reuters
Iran vows retaliation, Russia-Ukraine, Oscars and ant-smuggling Reuters
March 14, 2026EU extends sanctions against people over Russia's war against Ukraine - Reuters
EU extends sanctions against people over Russia's war against Ukraine Reuters
March 14, 2026Russian attacks cause casualties, injuries in Ukraine's Dnipropetrovsk, Zaporizhzhia regions, local officials say - Reuters
Russian attacks cause casualties, injuries in Ukraine's Dnipropetrovsk, Zaporizhzhia regions, local officials say Reuters
March 13, 2026Russia names great-granddaughter of Soviet leader Khrushchev as 'foreign agent' - Reuters
Russia names great-granddaughter of Soviet leader Khrushchev as 'foreign agent' Reuters
March 13, 2026Pentagon chief says he's eager for Trump ally to buy CNN as he blasts war coverage - Reuters
Pentagon chief says he's eager for Trump ally to buy CNN as he blasts war coverage Reuters
March 13, 2026Ukraine and allies fear easing Russian sanctions will prolong war
Ukraine's president says the US decision "certainly does not help achieve peace".
March 13, 2026Trump says Putin may be helping Iran a bit - Reuters
Trump says Putin may be helping Iran a bit Reuters
March 13, 2026Italy weighs options as damaged Russian LNG tanker drifts in the Mediterranean - Reuters
Italy weighs options as damaged Russian LNG tanker drifts in the Mediterranean Reuters
March 13, 2026Germany's Merz says easing Russia sanctions is wrong - Reuters
Germany's Merz says easing Russia sanctions is wrong Reuters
March 13, 2026US eases Russia oil sanctions as Iran war pushes up energy prices
Washington says a 30-day waiver is only for sanctioned Russian oil already loaded on vessels at sea.
March 13, 2026Trading Day: The destructive power of $100 oil - Reuters
Trading Day: The destructive power of $100 oil Reuters
March 12, 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, 2026EU reaffirms it will end or suspend Venice Biennale funding if Russia returns - Reuters
EU reaffirms it will end or suspend Venice Biennale funding if Russia returns Reuters
March 12, 2026Russia's Rosatom says it will stay in Iran despite war - Reuters
Russia's Rosatom says it will stay in Iran despite war Reuters
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, 2026Russia accuses Ukraine, Britain of 'terrorist attack' on border city - Reuters
Russia accuses Ukraine, Britain of 'terrorist attack' on border city Reuters
March 11, 2026Ukraine says it has hit Russian 'missile component' plant
Russia says the attack hit civilians and could not have been carried out without British help.
March 11, 2026Kremlin says it is in constant touch with Iranian leaders - Reuters
Kremlin says it is in constant touch with Iranian leaders Reuters
March 11, 2026Russian consulate in Iran's Isfahan damaged in strikes, spokeswoman says - Reuters
Russian consulate in Iran's Isfahan damaged in strikes, spokeswoman says Reuters
March 10, 2026Steve Rosenberg: Russia seeks diplomatic and economic gains from Iran war
President Putin pits himself as a potential mediator but that's not an easy sell, writes the BBC's Russia editor.
March 10, 2026Russia's deportation of Ukrainian children amounts to crime against humanity, UN says
Vladimir Putin's direct involvement in the forcible deportation of Ukrainian children has been visible from the outset, the UN says.
March 10, 2026Russia told Trump it isn't sharing US military asset info with Iran, says Witkoff - Reuters
Russia told Trump it isn't sharing US military asset info with Iran, says Witkoff Reuters
March 10, 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, 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, 2026US weighs easing Russian oil sanctions to cool global price surge, sources say - Reuters
US weighs easing Russian oil sanctions to cool global price surge, sources say Reuters
March 9, 2026Ukraine ready for new peace talks 'at any moment', Zelenskiy says - Reuters
Ukraine ready for new peace talks 'at any moment', Zelenskiy says 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 hits Ukraine with drones, missiles, kills at least seven in Kharkiv - Reuters
Russia hits Ukraine with drones, missiles, kills at least seven in Kharkiv Reuters
March 7, 2026Trump demands 'unconditional surrender' from Iran as Putin speaks with Iran's president
The president also calls on Tehran to pick new leaders who are "acceptable" to the White House after six days of war.
March 7, 2026As war spreads, airline pilots contend with drones, missiles - and stress - Reuters
As war spreads, airline pilots contend with drones, missiles - and stress Reuters
March 7, 2026Armed robots take to the battlefield in Ukraine war
Ukraine has embarked on a programme to deploy armed robots on the battlefield against Russian forces.
March 7, 2026US could lift sanctions on more Russian oil, says Bessent - Reuters
US could lift sanctions on more Russian oil, says Bessent Reuters
March 6, 2026Scenes from a week of war - Reuters
Scenes from a week of war Reuters
March 6, 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, 2026Finland plans to lift decades-old ban on hosting nuclear weapons
The government says the nation's defence environment has "significantly changed" since Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
March 5, 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, 2026Russian-flagged sanctioned LNG tanker on fire in the Mediterranean, crew fate unknown – sources - Reuters
Russian-flagged sanctioned LNG tanker on fire in the Mediterranean, crew fate unknown – sources Reuters
March 3, 2026Russia raises alarm over conflict's impact on Bushehr nuclear plant in Iran - Reuters
Russia raises alarm over conflict's impact on Bushehr nuclear plant in Iran Reuters
March 3, 2026Putin will convey Arab concerns to Iran about attacks on oil infrastructure, Kremlin says - Reuters
Putin will convey Arab concerns to Iran about attacks on oil infrastructure, Kremlin says Reuters
March 3, 2026Russia says war could backfire by spurring Iran and Arab nations to seek nuclear weapons - Reuters
Russia says war could backfire by spurring Iran and Arab nations to seek nuclear weapons Reuters
March 3, 2026Russians in Iran can leave via Turkmenistan, Russian embassy says - Reuters
Russians in Iran can leave via Turkmenistan, Russian embassy says Reuters
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, 2026About 500 Russians to be evacuated from Iran via Azerbaijan, says Russian embassy - Reuters
About 500 Russians to be evacuated from Iran via Azerbaijan, says Russian embassy Reuters
March 1, 2026Putin slams killing of Iran's Khamenei but offers little beyond condolences so far - Reuters
Putin slams killing of Iran's Khamenei but offers little beyond condolences so far Reuters
March 1, 2026Kyiv says Russia accepted US plan for Ukraine security guarantees - Reuters
Kyiv says Russia accepted US plan for Ukraine security guarantees Reuters
February 28, 2026Exclusive: Druzhba pipeline carried Ukrainian and Russian oil before attack, sources say - Reuters
Exclusive: Druzhba pipeline carried Ukrainian and Russian oil before attack, sources say Reuters
February 27, 2026At least 55 Ghanaians killed in Russia-Ukraine war, minister says
This is the highest number of confirmed casualties from a single African country in the Ukraine-Russia war.
February 27, 2026Drone jammed near French aircraft carrier was probably Russian, says Sweden
Sweden's defence minister says there is likely a "strong link" between the drone and a Russian naval vessel in the area.
February 27, 2026The AI videos supercharging Russia's online disinformation campaigns
Security experts have warned that Western governments are poorly equipped to counter a new frontier of online disinformation.
February 27, 2026Russia says local truce established to enable repairs at Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant - Reuters
Russia says local truce established to enable repairs at Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant Reuters
February 27, 2026Morning Bid: AI woes and 'open war' - Reuters
Morning Bid: AI woes and 'open war' Reuters
February 27, 2026Kenyan charged with luring young men to fight for Russia in Ukraine
A total of 1,000 Kenyans have reportedly been recruited to fight for Russia in its war against Ukraine.
February 26, 2026US threatens to cut off Swiss bank MBaer from financial system over alleged Iran, Russia, Venezuela ties - Reuters
US threatens to cut off Swiss bank MBaer from financial system over alleged Iran, Russia, Venezuela ties Reuters
February 26, 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, 2026Senate Democrats blast Trump for failing to use sanctions to pressure Russia - Reuters
Senate Democrats blast Trump for failing to use sanctions to pressure Russia Reuters
February 24, 2026UN chief calls Ukraine war 'a stain on our collective conscience' - Reuters
UN chief calls Ukraine war 'a stain on our collective conscience' Reuters
February 24, 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, 2026Ukraine denies 'absurd' Russian claims on nuclear weapons - Reuters
Ukraine denies 'absurd' Russian claims on nuclear weapons 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, 2026South Africa says most of a group of 17 men lured into fighting for Russia set to return home - Reuters
South Africa says most of a group of 17 men lured into fighting for Russia set to return home Reuters
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, 2026'Anyone who runs is shot': Watch Russian soldiers describe killings of troops who refuse orders
The men, who are on the run, told of the horrors they witnessed on the Russian side of the front lines in Ukraine.
February 24, 2026Russia soldiers tell BBC they saw fellow troops executed on commanders' orders
Four men expose the horror and brutality of conditions in the Ukraine war, with two saying they saw soldiers being shot for refusing orders.
February 24, 2026US meeting Russian and Chinese delegations for nuclear arms control talks, official says - Reuters
US meeting Russian and Chinese delegations for nuclear arms control talks, official says Reuters
February 23, 2026Ukraine negotiator tells BBC how it feels to sit across table from Russia
Sergiy Kyslytsya is among those trying to negotiate an end to the conflict, which is entering its fifth year.
February 23, 2026Ukrainian drones hit facility for Druzhba oil pipeline in Russia, Kyiv says - Reuters
Ukrainian drones hit facility for Druzhba oil pipeline in Russia, Kyiv says Reuters
February 23, 2026EU adds eight Russian officials to human rights sanctions list - Reuters
EU adds eight Russian officials to human rights sanctions list Reuters
February 23, 2026Ukraine touts recapture of eight settlements in rare battlefield success - Reuters
Ukraine touts recapture of eight settlements in rare battlefield success Reuters
February 23, 2026EU not likely to agree on Russian sanctions on Monday, Kallas says - Reuters
EU not likely to agree on Russian sanctions on Monday, Kallas says Reuters
February 23, 2026Four years into its full-scale war in Ukraine, Russia is feeling the effects
Steve Rosenberg reports on the economic consequences of Russia's war, and how people are coping.
February 23, 2026South Korea urges Russian embassy to remove 'victory' banner as Ukraine war anniversary nears - Reuters
South Korea urges Russian embassy to remove 'victory' banner as Ukraine war anniversary nears Reuters
February 23, 2026Zelensky tells BBC Putin has started WW3 and must be stopped
Ukraine's president sat down with the BBC's Jeremy Bowen in Kyiv days before the four-year anniversary of the war.
February 22, 2026Power restored to most households in Ukraine's Russia-controlled Zaporizhzhia region - Reuters
Power restored to most households in Ukraine's Russia-controlled Zaporizhzhia region 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, 2026Russian Nepryaeva disqualified from women's 50km cross-country for taking wrong skis - Reuters
Russian Nepryaeva disqualified from women's 50km cross-country for taking wrong skis Reuters
February 22, 2026Hungary to block new EU sanctions on Russia over Ukraine pipeline dispute - Reuters
Hungary to block new EU sanctions on Russia over Ukraine pipeline dispute Reuters
February 22, 2026Russia hits Ukraine energy infrastructure with major missile, drone strikes, Kyiv says - Reuters
Russia hits Ukraine energy infrastructure with major missile, drone strikes, Kyiv says Reuters
February 22, 2026Russian missile strikes Oreo factory in Ukraine, foreign minister says - Reuters
Russian missile strikes Oreo factory in Ukraine, foreign minister says Reuters
February 22, 2026Eight feared dead after a bus with Chinese tourists sinks into Russia's Lake Baikal - Reuters
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February 20, 2026Over 5,000 women, girls killed in Ukraine since 2022, says UN - Reuters
<a href="https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMingFBVV95cUxOZjRUYWlMUzdTcWlIUGIwcnZHLU13Rkd6MmJFRVg1aUxtNjJUODdUcTBsMWhweUFXZXp0Z3hzZjN4ODFvVThQMGFVdWRBc3FBLV92bnJubmNEbEs1QVBKOXljamVWeWNFWXVIT05MMlJ1RnNwRU05eFZ6QUFFNWE4MWJoYjFxZ25tWjRMdEUwQi10SXJ4aU1pdUd0b3pQZw?oc=5" target="_blank">Over 5,000 women, girls killed in Ukraine since 2022, says UN</a> <font color="#6f6f6f">Reuters</font>
February 20, 2026Dollar headed for best week in four months as geopolitics loom over markets - Reuters
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February 20, 2026Ukraine Paralympians to boycott opening ceremony
Ukraine's Winter Paralympics team will boycott the event's opening ceremony next month after Russian and Belarusian athletes were invited to compete under their national flags.
February 20, 2026Trump mixes diplomacy and flattery at peace board meeting - Reuters
<a href="https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMimwFBVV95cUxQSGp3MF9TMzNuMTdCbFJkQWhfUEN0eXZTWERYYW9PVEYybENvQk9zRVk0MnBrOFVaQXUzbDBOeTVZd1h0VjhBNFI3dVpta1h4bkdqLTF0b1lqcUw2VzY3VXBQeTZsaVV1OVgxUlhWS3RweU1xckRSZjIzRkYzX0VNUk9sbDFMUEQ3YUYyMjVBQmhyUVBRUFVKdnVVWQ?oc=5" target="_blank">Trump mixes diplomacy and flattery at peace board meeting</a> <font color="#6f6f6f">Reuters</font>
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