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War in Ukraine
Czech President Says Ukraine May Face ‘Painful Compromises’ to End War
Czech President Petr Pavel said Ukraine may need “painful compromises” to end the war with Russia, saying the U.S. is key and Prague supplies about half of Kyiv’s ammo.
Jan. 16, 2026
War in Ukraine
Most Ukrainians Doubt Peace Talks With Russia Will End the War, Poll Shows
Nearly 70% of Ukrainians doubt talks with Russia will bring lasting peace, and 57% expect Moscow to attack again even if the war is frozen, a new nationwide poll shows.
Jan. 16, 2026
War in Ukraine
Kremlin Welcomes Calls by Some European States to Resume Dialogue
Dialogue between the EU and Russia has been virtually frozen since Moscow launched its full-scale offensive on Ukraine in 2022, with the bloc imposing huge sanctions on Russia.
Jan. 16, 2026
Russia
Surveillance, Harassment and Bribes: Everyday Life for Migrants in Russia
Pressure on the estimated 6.5 million foreign citizens in Russia – mostly labour migrants from Central Asia who work in low-skilled jobs – is ramping up from all sides
Jan. 16, 2026
War in Ukraine
War in Ukraine Longer Than German-Soviet War
Putin’s ‘special military operation’ against its neighbour, which began on 24 February 2022, has now lasted longer than the ‘Great Patriotic War’ - this is how the German-Soviet War during WWII.
Jan. 16, 2026
Ukraine
Putin’s Global Attrition: How Russia Is Losing Friends, Allies, Credibility
From Latin America to the Sahel, experts say Moscow’s muted interventions and unkept promises are eroding its influence – and even loyal partners are reconsidering ties.
Jan. 16, 2026
Russia
‘Pressure, Not Patience’ – US Lawmakers Urge Trump Administration to Sink Putin’s ‘Shadow Fleet’
Bipartisan Helsinki Commission leaders press the administration to match EU action against Russia’s oil-smuggling armada, arguing the ships bankroll the war and threaten global security.
Jan. 16, 2026
Russia
Russia Draws Closer to Niger With New Ambassador
Russia has aided Niger in a long-running conflict with jihadist fighters, after the junta asked US and French troops who previously fought the insurgents to leave.
Jan. 15, 2026
‘How Are We Supposed to Live Now?’: Russians React to Massive Moscow Drone Attack
Russians responded to a massive Ukrainian drone attack on Moscow with a mix of panic, frustration, dark humor and calls for retaliation.
June 18, 2026
