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Russia Rejects Zelensky’s Ceasefire Proposal Ahead of Victory Day Parade in Moscow
The Kremlin says it ignored Ukraine’s proposed ceasefire as Moscow tightens security ahead of the May 9 Victory Day parade on Red Square.
May 7, 2026
Ukraine
Armenia Not Russia’s Ally on Ukraine, Pashinyan Says
Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan said Yerevan is not aligned with Russia on Ukraine, following criticism over Zelensky’s visit.
May 7, 2026
Zelensky
Russia Scolds Ally Armenia For Hosting Zelensky
Moscow criticised Armenia for hosting Zelensky at a European summit and warned that deeper EU integration could bring consequences as Yerevan moves away from Moscow.
May 7, 2026
War in Ukraine
Russia to Restrict Even ‘Whitelisted’ Internet in Moscow on May 9
Russia says it will restrict mobile internet, SMS, and even “whitelisted” sites in Moscow on May 9, citing security concerns during Victory Day events.
May 7, 2026
Ukraine
International Federation Expels Russian Journalists’ Union Over Kremlin War Ties
Russia’s journalists’ union has been expelled from the world’s largest media federation after accusations of supporting occupation structures in Ukraine.
May 7, 2026
War in Ukraine
Russia Spends Billions on Refineries, Loses Gains From Oil Surge
Russia’s oil and gas revenues surged in April, but heavy subsidies and refinery repairs linked to Ukrainian strikes are offsetting gains, analysts say.
May 7, 2026
Europe
EU Countries Split as Russian Visa Numbers Climb Again
The data has triggered tensions in closed-door meetings of EU diplomats
May 7, 2026
Russia
Italy’s UniCredit Sells Russian Subsidiary
UniCredit is among the last European banks still operating in Russia after Western sanctions over Moscow’s 2022 invasion of Ukraine.
May 7, 2026
Russia’s Growing Desertion Crisis Starting to Resemble WWI – Yerevan-Based Activist
An anti-war activist says Russia’s war in Ukraine is increasingly affecting daily life across Russia, while desertion is rising and state controls continue to tighten.
June 6, 2026
