Russia

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, during an official visit to the Czech Republic, said a ceasefire with Russia "could start even today" if Moscow were serious. He stressed the need for at least a 30-day ceasefire to allow diplomacy…

Russia and North Korea have started building a highway bridge over the Tumen River to boost trade and regional ties. Speaking at the launch ceremony, Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin called the project a symbol of growing strategic…

Russia launched drone and missile attacks on Ukraine’s capital Kiev, killing at least 2 and injuring 54, including a pregnant woman and six children, according to Mayor Vitali Klitschko. The Kiev Military Administration reported widespread…

Two of five Turkish climbers stranded on Russia’s Mount Elbrus have died, according to Russian and Turkish authorities. The group called for help at 5,350 meters, prompting a rescue operation by Russian teams. Three climbers were…

An explosion at a military ammunition depot in Russia’s Vladimir region prompted the evacuation of Barsovo and Mirniy villages. Authorities declared a state of emergency. Russia’s Defense Ministry said the blast was caused by a fire linked…

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said it should become clear within days whether a peace deal between Ukraine and Russia is possible. Speaking in Paris after meetings with Ukrainian, European, and French officials, Rubio stressed, “If…

Russian intelligence chief Sergey Naryshkin warned that Poland and the Baltic states would be the first to suffer if NATO attacks Russia or Belarus. Speaking in Minsk after meeting Belarusian President…

Russia's Investigative Committee reported that nine civilians were found dead in the village of Makhnovka, Kursk region, allegedly killed in a targeted Ukrainian attack. The victims showed signs of violent death, including…