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29 Jun 2023
UkraineIndia attended secret meeting to discuss Ukraine-Russia peace plan: Report
India reportedly attended a secret conclave of more than 15 nations in Denmark to plan for an alleged peace conference in July.
27 Jun 2023
UkraineRussia detained 800 civilians, executed 77 in Ukraine: UN
A United Nations (UN) monitoring team in Ukraine said on Tuesday that Russia had detained over 800 civilians since the Russia-Ukraine crisis began in February 2022, with almost 77 of them being executed, according to Reuters.
26 Jun 2023
Russia'Careful around windows': Ex-CIA director warns Wagner chief of assassination
In an apparent reference to possible assassination, former director of the United States' premier intelligence agency, the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA), David Petraeus warned Yevgeny Prigozhin, chief of the powerful Russian mercenary group Wagner, to "stay away from open windows."
25 Jun 2023
RussiaWho is Yevgeny Prigozhin—'Putin's chef' behind coup against Russian president
Russia's powerful mercenary group Wagner and its chief Yevgeny Prigozhin on Saturday launched what was called a "coup" against President Vladimir Putin—which has now been halted—after they decided to take over Moscow.
25 Jun 2023
RussiaWhy Wagner chief Prigozhin stopped Russia coup: Everything to know
The military coup in Russia, headed by Wagner Group chief Yevgeny Prigozhin, has been halted suddenly after a deal was reportedly struck between the powerful mercenary group and the Kremlin.
24 Jun 2023
Russia'Russia will have new president soon,' says mercenary Wagner Group
Russia's powerful mercenary group Wagner on Saturday reportedly said that Russian President Vladimir Putin "made the wrong choice" during his latest speech, claiming the country will soon have a new premier.
24 Jun 2023
Russia'Russia's future at stake': Putin vows action against rebel mercenaries
Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Saturday that "Russia's future was at stake" after the country's powerful mercenary group Wagner rebelled against the Defence Ministry over an alleged Russian strike against its forces.
24 Jun 2023
RussiaHigh alert in Russia as Putin's mercenary group launches rebellion
Russia's powerful mercenary group Wagner reportedly threatened Russia's Defence Ministry on Saturday to topple its leadership over the Ukraine stalemate.
17 Jun 2023
Ukraine'Nuclear weapons moved...: Putin warns West amid Ukraine counterattack
Russian President Vladimir Putin on Friday said the country has already sent its first batch of "tactical nuclear weapons" to Belarus amid Ukraine's counterattack with help from the Western countries.
11 Jun 2023
Bhagwant MannModi will become 'Narendra Putin' after winning 2024 elections: Mann
Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann on Sunday said that if the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) wins the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, then PM Narendra Modi would become "Narendra Putin."
03 Jun 2023
Volodymyr ZelenskyyUkraine ready for counteroffensive against Russia: President Volodymyr Zelenskyy
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Saturday said that the country was ready to launch its "long-awaited counteroffensive" to recapture the territory occupied by Russia in the ongoing Russia-Ukraine crisis.
30 May 2023
RussiaRussia: Drone attack on Moscow causes 'minor' damage to buildings
Russia's capital city Moscow witnessed a drone attack on Tuesday, causing "minor" damage to buildings and no serious injuries, Mayor Sergei Sobyanin said in a statement, Reuters reported.
25 May 2023
Narendra ModiRussia-Ukraine crisis: Zelenskyy seeks Modi's support for peace proposal
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the sidelines of the G7 Summit in Japan's Hiroshima on Sunday and sought India's support for a proposed peace plan to end the Russia-Ukraine war.
21 May 2023
RussiaRussia claims Ukrainian city of Bakhmut captured, Kyiv denies
Russia claimed on Saturday that it has fully captured the key eastern Ukrainian city of Bakhmut, which marks the end of one of the longest and bloodiest battles of the 15-month war, reported Reuters.
20 May 2023
Narendra ModiPM Modi, Zelenskyy meet for 1st time since Russia-Ukraine war
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy reportedly held bilateral talks on the sidelines of the G7 Summit in Japan's Hiroshima on Saturday.
16 May 2023
Donald TrumpFBI shouldn't have launched full Trump-Russia probe, says special counsel
United States (US) Special Counsel John Durham has said the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) lacked "actual evidence" to investigate ties between former President Donald Trump's 2016 presidential campaign and Russia.
05 May 2023
UkraineOn camera: Ukrainian MP punches Russian official at Turkey conference
In a shocking incident, a Ukrainian Member of Parliament allegedly punched a Russian representative at a conference in Turkey's Ankara on Thursday.
04 May 2023
Volodymyr ZelenskyyEx-Russian president calls for Zelenskyy's 'elimination,' Ukraine reacts
Former Russian President Dmitry Medvedev on Wednesday said that Russia has no option left but to "eliminate" Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
03 May 2023
RussiaRussia accuses Ukraine of attempted drone attack on Putin's residence
Russia on Wednesday accused Ukraine of attempting an overnight drone strike on the Kremlin to assassinate President Vladimir Putin, Al Jazeera reported, quoting Russian news agencies.
30 Apr 2023
RussiaRussia could face mutiny from Wagner Group: Former Russian commander
Russia could face mutiny from the Wagner Group, a private military company reportedly with close ties to President Vladimir Putin, in its ongoing war against Ukraine, former Russian commander Igor Girkin has claimed.
27 Apr 2023
Joe BidenUS: Joe Biden caught with cheat sheets detailing reporter's question
United States (US) President Joe Biden has landed in a fresh controversy after he was spotted with cheat sheets during a press conference at the White House.
25 Mar 2023
RussiaRussia to recruit 400,000 soldiers amid Ukraine's 'major counteroffensive' plans
Russia's Ministry of Defence is planning to recruit 400,000 additional contract soldiers from April, with a focus on thwarting a "major counteroffensive" being planned by Ukraine, Bloomberg reported.
23 Mar 2023
UkraineRussia will 'bomb' country that arrests President Putin, warns ally
Dmitry Medvedev, Russian President Vladimir Putin's close ally, warned that Russia will launch a war and bomb any country that arrests Putin. The threatening message was made by him in a video posted on Telegram.
22 Mar 2023
RussiaRussian musician known for anti-Putin war songs dies at 35
Prominently known as the founder of the Russian band Cream Soda, musician Dmitry Svirgunov, also known as Dima Nova died at 35.
19 Mar 2023
Russia-Ukraine crisisPutin's replacement in offing, dissatisfaction growing within Russia: Ukraine official
Vladimir Putin might soon be replaced as Russia's president as dissatisfaction against him is allegedly growing within the country amid the Russia-Ukraine crisis, claimed a Ukrainian intelligence official.
18 Mar 2023
RussiaArrest warrant issued against Putin, but can he be apprehended
An arrest warrant was issued by the International Criminal Court (ICC) on Friday against Russian President Vladimir Putin over war crime allegations of illegally deporting children from Ukraine.
13 Mar 2023
Xi JinpingXi Jinping to visit Russia soon, might mediate Ukraine conflict
Chinese President Xi Jinping is expected to visit Russia next week to hold bilateral talks with his counterpart Vladimir Putin.
03 Mar 2023
UkrainePolitician who watched Putin's speech with noodles to face court
Russian politician Mikhail Abdalkin will appear in court on Tuesday for allegedly discrediting the army in a viral video, Reuters reported. On February 21, Abdalkin posted a video of himself listening to President Vladimir Putin's speech with noodles hanging over his ear.
02 Mar 2023
RussiaPutin living secretly in $120M palace with girlfriend, kids: Report
Russian President Vladimir Putin is rumored to be living with his alleged girlfriend, Alina Kabaeva, in a vast countryside estate that reportedly features numerous grand mansions and a playground for their kids.
22 Feb 2023
RussiaRussia suspends last US nuclear treaty after Biden's Ukraine visit
Russian President Vladimir Putin declared on Tuesday that Moscow will suspend the New Strategic Arms Reduction Treaty (START)—its last remaining nuclear pact with the United States.
21 Feb 2023
UkraineImpossible to defeat Russia, will continue Ukraine offensive 'systematically': Putin
In his annual state of the nation address on Tuesday, Russian President Vladimir Putin vowed to "systematically" continue its offensive against Ukraine.
14 Feb 2023
United States of AmericaUS concerned about Russia's alleged 'coup' attempts in Moldova
The United States (US) on Tuesday voiced serious concern over suspected Russian plans to stage a coup in Ukraine's ally Moldova.
30 Jan 2023
United KingdomPutin threatened with missile strike before Russia-Ukraine war: Boris Johnson
Former UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson claimed in a new BBC documentary that Russian President Vladimir Putin once threatened him with a missile strike during a lengthy phone call before Russia invaded Ukraine in February last year.
18 Jan 2023
UkraineUkraine: Minister, 17 others die in Helicopter crash near Kyiv
At least 18 persons died including a Ukraine minister after a helicopter crashed near a Kindergarten in the city of Brovary outside Kyiv city on Wednesday, AFP reported.
29 Dec 2022
UkraineRussia fires over 120 missiles into Ukraine, 3 injured
An air raid alert was issued across Ukraine on Thursday morning as Russia fired over 120 missiles from air and sea, targeting the former's population and civilian infrastructure in major cities.
23 Dec 2022
RussiaVladimir Putin says Russia wants to end war in Ukraine
President Vladimir Putin said on Thursday that Russia wants to end the war in Ukraine, and suggested that the only way to achieve a peaceful outcome will involve a diplomatic resolution.
16 Dec 2022
Narendra ModiRussia-Ukraine conflict: PM Modi reiterates need for dialogue to Putin
Speaking to Russia's President Vladimir Putin over the phone, Prime Minister Narendra Modi reiterated his call for dialogue and diplomacy to resolve the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, as the former launched fresh strikes on it.
25 Nov 2022
Russia'Purple hands': Putin's ill health British media's yet another speculation?
Russian President Vladimir Putin is sick, as per a new report by the British daily The Mirror, known for its tabloid-style journalism.
14 Nov 2022
UkraineUkrainian President Zelenskyy visits liberated city of Kherson
Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has reportedly visited the country's southern city of Kherson, which was recently liberated from Russian control by its troops.
08 Nov 2022
S JaishankarWorks to India's advantage: Jaishankar on buying oil from Russia
External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar on Tuesday held a crucial meeting with his Russian counterpart Sergei Lavrov in Moscow.
05 Nov 2022
Narendra ModiPutin praises India, calls Indians talented and driven
Russian President Vladimir Putin on Friday praised Indians once again, calling them "talented" and "driven".
28 Oct 2022
Narendra ModiModi true patriot, can pursue independent foreign policy: Putin
Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday praised India's "independent" foreign policy and called Prime Minister Narendra Modi a true patriot.
16 Oct 2022
RussiaRussia: Putin's mobilization chief found dead under 'suspicious circumstances'
The mobilization efforts by Russian President Vladimir Putin in Ukraine received a major setback on Sunday.
12 Oct 2022
Russia-Ukraine crisisBiden claims Putin miscalculated Ukraine invasion; Zelenskyy demands 'air shield'
Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy called for a fresh wave of sanctions on Russia following its deadly missile strike across Ukraine which left 19 dead on Monday.
10 Oct 2022
Ukraine'Russia trying to wipe us out': Zelenskyy after latest airstrikes
After Russia's alleged missile strikes across Ukraine on Monday, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskky said many were killed and injured in these attacks.
08 Oct 2022
Russia-Ukraine crisisTruck bomb blows up only bridge connecting Crimea to Russia
A suicide attack using a truck bomb blew up portions of the bridge connecting the Crimean Peninsula to Russia on Saturday.
26 Sep 2022
RussiaRussia: 11 children among 15 killed in Izhevsk school shooting
At least 15 people, including 11 children, were killed and 24 others injured after a gunman opened fire at a school in Izhevsk, the capital of Central Russia's Udmurtia province, reported Reuters.
23 Sep 2022
RussiaPutin's 'war': Russian airlines, airports employees ordered to join military
People employed in Russian airlines and those working at airports have been asked to join the military, reports said on Friday.
21 Sep 2022
RussiaRussia-Ukraine crisis: Putin announces partial military mobilization
Days after Prime Minister Narendra Modi told Vladimir Putin that this is not the time for war, the Russian President announced that his military will commence partial mobilization from Wednesday.
31 Aug 2022
RussiaEx-Soviet President Mikhail Gorbachev, who ended cold war, no more
Mikhail Gorbachev, the Soviet Union's last premier, died on Tuesday aged 91 after a long and serious illness, said the Central Clinical Hospital in Moscow.
21 Aug 2022
UkraineRussia: Daughter of Putin's close aide killed in car explosion
The daughter of Putin's close aide and a journalist — Darya Dugin died in a car explosion near Moscow while she was on her way home from an event on Sunday.
08 Aug 2022
FacebookVladimir Putin's statue in NYC shows him playing war games
Russian President Vladimir Putin has been making headlines for quite some time, over declaring war and destroying Ukraine.
24 Jun 2022
UkraineEU grants Ukraine candidate status in 'historic moment' amid war
In a strong show of solidarity against Russia's invasion, European Union (EU) leaders conferred candidate status on Ukraine and Moldova, acting with unusual speed and unity to lift the besieged country farther away from Russia's influence and connect it more closely to the West.
03 Jun 2022
Russia NewsPutin losing eyesight, has 3 years to live: Russian Spy
Russian President Vladimir Putin has only three years left to live as he has a "rapidly progressing cancer," The Independent reported, attributing the information to a Russian intelligence officer.
31 May 2022
European CouncilEuropean Union bans most Russian oil imports: Details here
The leaders of the European Union (EU) on Monday agreed to put an embargo on most imports of Russian oil.
30 May 2022
UkraineVladimir Putin not suffering from serious ailment: Russian foreign minister
Amid speculations of Russian President Vladimir Putin suffering from a serious illness, the country's Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov on Sunday denied the same, claiming there were no signs that pointed to any such ailment.
18 May 2022
RussiaRussian President Vladimir Putin undergoes new surgery
Days after former British spy Christopher Steele claimed that Russian President Vladimir Putin is "seriously ill," Express reported that he recently underwent a surgery to remove fluid from his abdomen.
16 May 2022
Russia NewsCoup to overthrow Putin underway: Ukraine amid 'ill health' reports
A top Ukrainian defense official has stated that a coup to depose Russian President Vladimir Putin is currently underway and cannot be stopped.
16 May 2022
Russia NewsPutin 'seriously ill,' claims ex-spy; oligarch says it's blood cancer
Russian President Vladimir Putin is "seriously ill," claimed former British spy Christopher Steele, adding his illness is an "element" of everything that is happening in Ukraine.
09 May 2022
UkraineRussia defending 'motherland' in Ukraine, says Putin on Victory Day
Russian President Vladimir Putin opened the annual grand parade commemorating Nazi Germany's defeat in World War II on Monday, saying the Russian military in Ukraine was protecting the "motherland" from an "absolutely unacceptable threat."
03 May 2022
New York PostPutin to undergo cancer treatment, transfer power to Patrushev: Reports
Russian President Vladimir Putin is likely to undergo cancer surgery soon and temporarily transfer power to the country's Security Council Secretary Nikolai Patrushev.
21 Apr 2022
MoscowSarmat: Russia tests new nuclear-capable missile, Vladimir Putin warns enemies
Russia successfully test-fired its new intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM), called the Sarmat, on Wednesday.
05 Apr 2022
UkraineRussia-Ukraine war: Ukrainian President Zelenskyy to address UNSC today
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy will address the United Nations Security Council on Tuesday.
23 Mar 2022
Ukraine'Will use nuclear weapons if...': Russia on Ukraine invasion
Russia has made it clear that it would only use nuclear weapons in the Ukrainian context if there is an "existential threat" for it.
22 Mar 2022
Ukraine'Say openly you're scared of Russia': Zelenskyy to NATO
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has taken a dig at the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO), claiming that it is "scared" of Russia.
20 Mar 2022
ChinaRussia bombs school in Ukraine's Mariupol sheltering nearly 400 residents
Russian forces have bombed an art school in the besieged Ukrainian port city of Mariupol, where about 400 residents had taken shelter, Reuters reported on Sunday.
19 Mar 2022
RussiaRussia strikes Ukraine with newest hypersonic missiles for first time
Russia fired its newest Kinzhal hypersonic missiles in Ukraine for the first time on Friday to destroy a weapons storage complex in the country's west, AFP reported on Saturday
17 Mar 2022
UkraineUkraine: Mariupol theater sheltering children bombed; Russia denies targeting civilians
Ukraine has accused Russian forces of destroying a theater in Mariupol, the besieged southern city where hundreds of people, including pregnant women and children, are said to have sought refuge from the war.
15 Mar 2022
UkraineMusk challenges Putin for 'single combat', puts Ukraine at stake
Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, challenged Russian President Vladimir Putin to a "single combat" on Monday as Moscow continued its military offensive against Ukraine.