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War in Ukraine
The distinguished signatories, comprising scientists, economists, and writers, have unequivocally called upon world leaders to bolster their backing for Ukraine's defense efforts.
Mar. 27
Putin
Seven suspects are now in custody. Four of them have already been brought to court, showing visible signs of torture. Commentators see this as a symptom of the climate in Russian society as a whole.
Mar. 27
War in Ukraine
Recent anonymous insights from sources close to the Kremlin suggest that Russian political elites believe that Vladimir Putin is weighing two potential strategies to conclude the war in Ukraine.
Mar. 26
Putin
The Islamic State (IS) has claimed responsibility for the attack, and eleven suspects have been detained. Putin has alleged that Ukrainians had a hand in the massacre, which Kyiv denies.
Mar. 26
Putin
Islamic State jihadists have said several times since Friday that they were responsible, and IS-affiliated media channels have published graphic videos of the gunmen inside the venue.
Mar. 26
War in Ukraine
US State Dept. says it had “privately” warned Moscow of Islamic terrorist attack; Injury toll from assault on capital sits at 10; Russians bomb another school on Monday, in Sumy.
Mar. 26
Putin
Putin claimed that the terrorists were attempting to escape and were moving towards Ukraine, where “a window was prepared for them from the Ukrainian side to cross the state border.”
Mar. 23
Putin
According to Ukrainian officials, more than half of the people who donated to a Ukrainian drone fundraiser happened to be Russians, who did so during the Russian presidential election.
Mar. 22
Putin
The three-day vote last weekend saw Putin cruise to an easy victory for a fifth Kremlin term, unchallenged by any meaningful opposition.
Mar. 21
Putin
Proposed changes to Russia’s current laws will see military contracts and pardons offered to suspected or convicted criminals who are at any stage of the criminal process.
Mar. 21
Putin
Putin opponents gathered in Kyiv this week to discuss future action after Putin’s sham election.
Mar. 19
Putin
Putin has been confirmed as the country's leader until 2030 - having secured almost 88 per cent of the vote, according to the Central Election Commission. Europe's press discusses what the vote means.
Mar. 19
War in Ukraine
Finally, a European leader has woken up to challenge Putin by reminding him that Russia is not the only nuclear power on the continent. With the US in hibernation, Europe must now lead the way.
Mar. 19
Putin
In power since the last day of 1999, he is now on course to become the longest-serving Russian leader in more than two centuries.
Mar. 19
War in Ukraine
Russian President Vladimir Putin has made thinly veiled threats to use nuclear weapons as he warns the West against its support for Ukraine, which Moscow invaded more than two years ago.
Mar. 18
Citing three separate intelligence agencies, the FT has assessed that Kremlin proxies are preparing to carry out violent sabotage attacks in Europe as part of a broader strategy to confront the West.
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