Putin likely didn’t intend for Navalny to die in February, US intelligence agencies assess: report

U.S. intelligence agencies have assessed that Russian President Vladimir Putin likely did not order Alexei Navalny's death when he collapsed and died in February, according to a report.

Russian troops went on drunken killing spree in occupied Ukraine: reports

The Kherson region, which remains partially under Russian occupation, has allegedly suffered abuses under the reign of Moscow, with troops targeting marginalized populations.

Former Russian sex spy says she was trained as a ‘master manipulator’

The podcast "To Die For," was launched by Neil Strauss, author of “The Game" who also wrote “The Dirt" about rock band Mötley Crüe. It's from Tenderfoot TV and iHeartPodcasts.

Ukraine lawmaker, 34, fights for Kharkiv in the public square

Ukrainian parliament member Mariia Mezentseva constantly posts about the damage done to her hometown of Kharkiv due to Russia attacks, including damaging power in residential areas.

Mexican film wins top prize at Moscow International Film Festival while major studios boycott Russia

Mexican film 'Shame' has won the top prize at the Moscow International Film Festival, as major studios in the U.S. and many European countries boycott the Russian market over its war in Ukraine.

British man linked to Russian mercenary group charged with plotting arson attack on London business

A 20-year-old British man has been charged with conducting hostile activity to benefit Russia. He is accused of plotting to torch a London business connected to Ukraine.

Russian journalist detained for posts criticizing the military, lawyer says

A journalist for the Russian edition of Forbes magazine has been arrested in Khabarovsk on charges of spreading false information about the Russian military.

Russian defense minister proposes expanded military exercises in Asia to counter US security expansion

Russia's defense minister has voiced the need for Russia and its allies in Asia to expand joint military exercises, citing what he perceives as a direct threat from the U.S.

Americans face 'direct' threats from foreign dictators, terrorists, migrants: 3 things to know

A threat assessment released by the U.S. Intelligence Community said the country "faces an increasingly fragile global order strained by accelerating strategic competition."

Russia may downgrade relations with US if its assets are confiscated, deputy foreign minister says

The U.S. and some European countries are considering confiscating frozen Russian assets and using them to fund Ukraine. Russia said it was considering downgrading U.S. ties in response.

Russia claims US pressured Turkish Airlines into preventing Russians from flying into Mexico

A Russian official claimed that the United States was forcing Turkish Airlines to prevent Russians from flying into Mexico, but provided no evidence for the accusation.

Russian court fines TV presenter who threw 'almost naked' party over her calls for peace

Anastasia Ivleeva, a TV presenter and actress, has been fined for social media posts advocating peace during Russia's invasion of Ukraine, officials said.

Ukraine implements passport renewal restriction for military-age men outside the country

Ukraine has announced that men of conscription age cannot renew their passports from outside the country in an effort to stem the outflow of potential soldiers.

Russia sinks space nuke ban at UN amid rumors of Putin's orbital weapon

The White House in February claimed that it had intelligence suggesting Russia was developing a space-based weapon that would destroy satellites and cause untold chaos.

Key NATO ally shocks with its 'single largest' pledge to Ukraine: 'They need our support'

Ukraine has for months implored its allies to continue and, in some cases, increase aid to help push back Russia's invasion, often warning that Russian President Vladimir Putin will not stop if he succeeds.

Brittney Griner details conditions during Russian imprisonment: 'I was just so scared'

Basketball star Brittney Griner was arrested at an airport on a drug-related charge in 2022. She was later released via a prisoner exchange for convicted Russian arms dealer.

Zelenskyy says Russian missile strike on Kharkiv's TV tower part of intimidation campaign

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Monday said a Russian strike on a TV tower in Kharkiv was part of an effort to intimidate the city and limit its access to information.

Evan Gershkovich loses another appeal in Russia, will remain jailed through June

Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich lost an appeal against extending his pretrial detention in Russia and will remain jailed until at least June 30.

UK pledges $620M in new military aid for Ukraine, officials say

The U.K. has pledged an additional $620 million in military supplies for Ukraine, including long-range missiles and ammunition, according to British officials.

Georgian opposition parties urge mass protests against 'Russian' bill

Six Georgian opposition parties appealed last week for mass protests against a bill on "foreign agents" which they say aims to block the South Caucasus country's path towards the European Union and NATO.

Thousands in central Russia plagued by flooding as rivers start to recede

Flooding remains widespread in central Russia as water levels of some overflowing rivers have started to decrease; 5,000 properties are flooded in Russia's Kurgan region.

Poland 'ready' to host NATO members’ nuclear weapons to counter Russia, president says

Polish President Andrzej Duda said his country would be ready to host the nuclear weapons of NATO's other members; this comes in response to Russia's movement of nuclear weapons to Belarus.

European nations hesitant to provide missile systems to Ukraine in war against Russia

European Union countries are hesitant to provide Patriot air defense systems to Ukraine, which is urgently seeking them to defend against Russian air attacks.

Russia has grounds to seize Western assets after US legislative move, top lawmaker says

Top Russian lawmaker Vyacheslav Volodin on Monday warned of potential consequences of the passing of the "REPO Act" by the U.S. House of Representatives.

US aid to Ukraine will not change situation on battlefield, Russia says

Russia has responded to the approval of a new $60 billion military aid package for Ukraine by the U.S. House of Representatives, saying that it won't make an impact.

America First foreign policy ‘profoundly dangerous,' invites multi-front war, eminent historian warns

Eminent historian Baron Roberts of Belgravia spoke to Fox News Digital about the growing isolationist strand in American politics and gives his thoughts on the trend.

Blinken returns to China with warning over Russian military aid

Secretary of State Antony Blinken will make a April 24-26 trip to China as the Biden administration threatens "steps" necessary against firms sending aid to Russia.

Ukraine's 1-ton payload drones can help retake Crimea as Kyiv seeks to destroy bridge: report

Ukraine has used drones, a relatively cheap weapon compared to the larger war machines Russia deploys. The latest in its drone arsenal are two sea drones that can carry up to one-ton of explosives.

EU commission president urges unity as Finland closes Russian borders over migration surge

The European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has voiced the significance of Finland's decision to close its border with Russia due to a surge in migrants.

Poland detains 2 suspects in attack on Alexei Navalny ally in Lithuania

Two Polish citizens have been detained in connection with the assault on Russian activist Leonid Volkov in Vilnius, Lithuania. The attack occurred on March 12.

Russia, Saudi Arabia may be manipulating oil prices to help Trump: MSNBC

A panel on MSNBC’s “The 11th Hour with Stephanie Ruhle" suggested that Russia and Saudi Arabia are halting oil production and raising gas prices to hurt Biden.

Trump demands Europe cough up more cash for Ukraine, says war with Russia wouldn’t have happened on his watch

Former President Trump is demanding that Europe do more to help Ukraine in its ongoing war with Russia, saying the U.S. has played too big a role.

2 arrested in Germany for alleged plot to sabotage US military facilities on behalf of Russia

Two German-Russian nationals have been arrested in Germany for allegedly planning sabotage attacks, including targeting U.S. military facilities, officials said.

As someone who grew up in Soviet Russia, don't let America turn into a Godless nation

Rebekah Koffler: The assault on religious freedoms is transforming America from a nation steeped in the Judeo-Christian tradition to one more kin to my birthplace, Soviet Russia.

America First means helping Ukraine. It never meant America Alone

America First never meant our nation abandoning its friends and allies. It never meant America Alone. It meant providing Ukrainians with the weapons they could use to stop Putin.

Belarus votes to suspend Conventional Forces participation

Belarus' parliament on Wednesday voted to suspend Minsk's participation in the Conventional Forces in Europe treaty, which could lead to military expansion by the Lukashenko regime.

Ukraine city hit with Russian missiles, killing at least 14 people and leaving many more civilians wounded

At least 14 civilians have been killed in a recent Russian missile attack on the Ukraine. The attack came as the U.S. is in the process of approving a $60 billion aid package to Ukraine.

Ukraine alleges Russia increasingly using tear gas illegally in battle

Ukrainian military officials allege Russian forces have increasingly used riot control agents that are illegal to use in war under the international Chemical Weapons Convention.

Sweden's Eurovision Song Contest to have strict security due to heightened threat of terrorism, police say

Security will be tight during next month's Eurovision Song Contest in Malmo, Sweden, due to potential unrest and terrorism threats, according to local police.

US intends to monitor North Korean nuclear weapons with or without UN, ambassador says

Russia vetoed a U.N. resolution, effective ending the monitoring of weapons program sanctions against North Korea. The U.S. is determined to continue monitoring these sanctions.

French organizers exclude Putin from D-Day anniversary event due to Ukraine war

French organizers of the 80th anniversary of the 1944 D-Day landings have announced that Russian President Vladimir Putin will not be invited to the event.

Georgia parliament advances controversial 'Russian law' targeting media organizations

Georgia's parliament has approved a law requiring media organizations to register being under foreign influence if they receive over 20 percent of their funding from abroad.

G7 to meet in Italy, expected to call for sanctions on Iran

Iran's attack on Israel gave new urgency to the meeting of the Group of Seven in Italy. The member countries are expected to call for sanctions on Iran and restraint from Israel.

Croatia votes in a bitter showdown of a parliamentary election between president and prime minister

Croatia's parliamentary election is viewed by some as the culmination of a rivalry between the country's pro-Western prime minister and pro-Russian president.

The Ukraine war is lost, but Hollywood and DC don’t know it

There are three big reasons why the Ukraine war is already lost. Unfortunately, Hollywood activists and DC politicians don't know and don't really seem to care.

River suddenly turns bright green, residents demand tests amid toxic pollution: report

A waterway in a small Russian city has turned bright green and residents are demanding tests amid fears of toxic pollution in the area.

Putin shared surprising advice with Iranian counterpart following unprecedented attack on Israel

President Biden reportedly warned Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu that America will not support further, direct action taken against Iran, suggesting his counterpart "take the win."

Russia’s invasion of Ukraine threatens global security, German chancellor says

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz met with Chinese leader Xi Jinping and conveyed concerns about Russia's invasion of Ukraine, voicing the threat it poses to global security.

US envoy to UN urges Russia, China to halt support for North Korea's weapon programs

U.S. Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield urged Russia and China to halt their support for North Korea, saying that it shields the country from sanctions.

Russian deserters of Ukraine war hide abroad, but as asylum claims surge, foreign countries are suspicious

Russian soldiers who defected and fled Russia since the start of the war with Ukraine speak about their reasons for leaving and their struggles finding a safe place to land.

American appears in Russian court on drug charges

Robert Woodland Romanov, a U.S. citizen, appeared in court Monday after being arrested in Moscow on charges alleging he trafficked large amounts of illegal drugs.

Georgia parliament descends into chaos as lawmakers throw punches over Putin-style ‘foreign agent’ bill

Georgia’s parliament descended into chaos Monday after the leader of the ruling party was punched in the face while discussing a controversial law on “foreign agents."

Ukraine official points to Israel's response to Iranian attack as blueprint for Kyiv's defense needs

Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba cited Israel's success in thwarting an Iranian missile and drone attack, crediting support from allies like the U.S. and Britain.

Delays in US aid leave Ukraine vulnerable to Russian offensives that kill civilians, analysts warn

Russia has been advancing on Ukraine, resulting in civilian deaths, as Ukraine's ability to push back is hampered without aid. A U.S. aid package for Ukraine is stuck in Congress.

Trump considering ‘loan’ system for future Ukraine aid

Former President Donald Trump and House Speaker Mike Johnson held a joint press conference at Mar-a-Lago in Florida on Friday, where Trump suggested future aid to Ukraine should come in the form of a loan.

New Russian heavy-lift rocket makes it into space after 2 failed launches

Russia has developed a new rocket and a new launch site as it considers a lunar research program. After two aborted launches, the Angara-A5 was successfully test-launched.

2022 draft document could serve as starting point for Russia-Ukraine peace talks, Kremlin says

Russia said a 2022 draft document between it and Ukraine could be the starting point for peace talks, but also that a lot has changed since then.

'Pro-Russian interference networks' exist in European countries, Belgian PM says

Belgian PM Alexander De Croo said his county's intelligence service has found pro-Russian networks trying to undermine support for Ukraine in several European countries.

Russia destroys one of Ukraine's largest power plants, damaging energy infrastructure

Russia destroyed one of Ukraine's largest power plants and damaged energy infrastructure. Putin claims retaliation for Ukrainian strikes on Russian oil refineries.

Putin mocks planned Ukraine conference and says Russia won't accept any enforced peace plans

Russia's President Vladimir Putin has mocked a scheduled international conference focused on Ukraine peace talks, adding that Moscow will not accept any plans that ignore its interests.

Almost 12,000 houses flooded along Russia's Kazakh border

Some 11,972 homes were flooded out in Russia's Orenburg Oblast following a dam rupture last week, according to regional governor Denis Pasler.

Zelenskyy blasts allies who turn 'blind eye' to Ukraine struggles as ammunition dwindles, Russia advances

The U.S. remains divided on continued aid for Ukraine, with some Republicans calling Russia's invasion "another forever war" while leadership continues pressing the need to oppose Moscow.

Putin's warlord ally adds 3,000 former Wagner mercenaries to his forces: 'Fulfilling the task of the state'

Chechen warlord Ramzan Kadyrov eagerly looked to benefit from the Wagner troops after the group dissolved following Yevgeny Prigozhin's failed coup attempt.

US sends seized Iranian weapons to Ukraine, greenlights $138M in HAWK missile support systems

The U.S. has greenlit $138 million in foreign military sales to Ukraine for its HAWK missile systems, while the U.S. military transferred seized weapons from Iran to the war-torn country.

Russia aborts heavy-lift rocket launch second day in a row

Russia's launch of a heavy-lift rocket from the Vostochny spaceport was canceled two minutes before it was planned to occur due to a failure of the pressurization system.

NPR editor found registered Democrats outnumbered Republicans 87 to zero in newsroom

An NPR editor blowing the whistle on the newsroom found an 87-to-zero ratio in registered Democrats versus Republicans in its headquarters of Washington, D.C.

'Satanic ritual murders' result in lengthy prison sentences for 3 Russians

Four Russians were arrested in connection with three murders described as "satanic ritual killings." The perpetrators lured two of their victims into the forest to kill them in secret.

UK's Cameron meets Trump ahead of push for more US Ukraine funding

UK Foreign Secretary David Cameron met with former President Donald Trump in a surprise visit to Mar-a-Lago, ahead of his push to urge lawmakers to approve funding to Ukraine

Russians stage a rare protest after a dam bursts and homes flood near the Kazakh border

Russians gathered to protest in the city of Orsk on Monday, calling for compensation after the collapse of a dam caused flooding in the Orenburg region near the Kazakhstan border.

Ukraine denies Russian claim of drone strikes on Europe's largest nuclear plant

A Ukrainian spokesperson denied Russian claims that Ukraine launched drone strikes on the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant, but the U.N. confirmed a strike took place.

US concerned over South Africa's growing ties with Russia, Iran and Hamas: 'Fallen' for propaganda

South Africa's doubled down on its role in the BRICS economic bloc, forming tighter relationships with Russia, China and, now, Iran, after the group agreed to expand its membership.

Former Air National Guardsman allegedly defected to Russian military after child porn charges

A former Air National Guardsman allegedly defected and joined the Russian army in its war against Ukraine after he was charged with possession of child pornography.

Moldova's Russia-backed Transnistria region claims drone attacked military unit

The Moscow-backed Transnistria region of Moldova claimed Friday that a drone attacked a military unit near the Ukrainian border, though no casualties were reported.

Denmark's top military chief dismissed after incident involving ship deployed to Red Sea

Denmark's top military chief, General Flemming Lentfer, was dismissed from his position as the country faces a series of scandals plaguing the Armed Forces.

Finland extends closure of Russian border until further notice over migration concerns

Finland has decided to extend the closure of its border crossing points with Russia indefinitely due to concerns of organized migration orchestrated by Moscow.

NATO turns 75 as Ukraine decisions sow disagreement among members

NATO leaders took the alliance's 75th anniversary to celebrate and reflect upon its history. NATO is now faced with the question of how to aid Ukraine.

Austrian minister aims to tighten espionage law in response to concerns of foreign intelligence activities

Austria's justice minister shared plans to bolster the nation's espionage regulations, responding to heightened concerns over foreign intelligence activities.

Russian military recruitment numbers spike following Moscow concert hall attack

Russia has seen a spike in men signing contracts to join the military following the Moscow concert hall attack where a gunman killed at least 144 people.

Ukrainian foreign minister accused allies of not giving enough air defense to combat Russian missile attacks

Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba has accused the country's allies of not providing enough air defense or extra Patriot systems to fight off the Russian missile attacks.

NATO debating plan to provide additional long-term military support to Ukraine

As Russia holds military advantages in the ongoing war in Ukraine, NATO is debating a plan that would provide additional long-term military support for Ukraine.

Ukraine lowers military draft age in effort to bolster troop numbers in war against Russia

Ukraine has reduced its military conscription age as a measure to bolster its forces depleted by over two years of war following Russia's full-scale invasion.

RFK Jr. reaffirms he would pardon Edward Snowden on first day of his presidency

Independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. said he will pardon NSA whistleblower Edward Snowden on his first day as president if he is elected.

WATCH: Ukrainian drone strike creates huge fireball as Kyiv continues attack on Russian energy, weapons plants

The drone strike injured at least seven people after hitting a workers dormitory, Russian officials said after the attack, claiming that none of the industrial facilities suffered damage.

Putin vows to find the culprit behind the attack at the Moscow concert hall that left 144 dead

Russian President Vladimir Putin is determined to find the mastermind behind the attack on a Moscow concert hall that brought about the worst assault on Russian soil in 20 years.

Russia may remove Taliban from terrorist list, Kremlin spokesman says: 'De facto authority in Afghanistan'

Russian authorities are considering removing the Taliban from its list of terrorist organizations in order to facilitate communications with the regime, according to a spokesperson.

McConnell putting 'main part of my focus' on opposing Russia in Ukraine: 'A worldwide problem for democracies'

Sen. Mitch McConnell said he will focus on combating the "isolationist movement" in the GOP, insisting the Ukraine war is "a worldwide problem."

New evidence suggests Russia is behind the serious Havana Syndrome

A five year investigation from CBS's 60 Minutes, The Insider and Der Spiegel found new evidence showing that Russia is behind the weapon that has caused brain injury to hundreds of Americans serving overseas.

New evidence shows Russia is behind the serious Havana Syndrome

A five year investigation from CBS's 60 Minutes, The Insider and Der Spiegel found new evidence showing that Russia is behind the weapon that has caused brain injury to hundreds of Americans serving overseas.

Russian crews end 2-week rescue effort to reach 13 miners in a collapsed mine and declare them dead

Russian authorities declared 13 people dead, calling off a two-week long effort to rescue workers trapped in a collapsed gold mine; rescuers used pumps to try to remove water that flooded the mine.

Russian-American journalist to remain in custody for 2 more months following court order

Alsu Kurmasheva, a Russian-American journalist, has been ordered to remain in custody for another two months pending her investigation and trial after being arrested on Oct. 18.

Russia has detained suspects in Caucasus linked to Moscow terror attack, security agency says

Russia's Federal Security Service says that it has broken up a terrorist cell whose members "directly participated in financing the perpetrators" of the Moscow terror attack.

Controversial Grand Canyon uranium mining proceeds as US seeks to reduce reliance on Russian supply

A uranium mine south of the Grand Canyon faces backlash from a nearby Native American community, highlighting controversy over nuclear projects as Biden seeks to increase nuclear power.

Russian special unit linked to Havana Syndrome that sickened US officials overseas: report

A secretive Russian could be linked to mysterious attacks on Americans overseas despite a government report that found it “very unlikely" a foreign adversary is involved.

US faces 'inevitable' ISIS attacks at home following Moscow massacre: retired general

Retired Gen. Frank McKenzie warned of the Islamic State terror group's "inevitable" threat to the U.S. and other foreign powers after the deadly attack in Moscow.

Florida car chase in 2020 may be linked to Havana syndrome: report

A high-speed chase in Key West, Florida, may be linked to the mysterious phenomenon known as "Havana syndrome," according to a new report set to air Sunday.

Battlefield demands spark AI race in Ukraine as war with Russia rages on

Military strategists work to restore wartime doctrine in the era of drone warfare as an artificial intelligence race kicks off between Russia and Ukraine as the war rages on.

Aircraft in Baltic region hit by GPS jamming as some blame Russia

There has been a sharp uptick in the number of missing or fake Global Positioning System (GPS) signals known as jamming in aircraft in the Baltic region Russia being blamed by some experts.

Biden says he is working to secure release of Evan Gershkovich on 1-year anniversary of detention in Russia

President Biden said Friday that the U.S. government is "not giving up" on securing the release of Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich, who is detained in Russia.

Situation in Ukraine is 'dire' as ammunition supplies drop on US, Europe 'starvation diet'

Ukraine is forced to choose between protecting civilians' infrastructure and bolstering its front lines as Russia adapts its war strategy and Congress fails to send Kyiv more defensive aid.

Polish leader warns of 'prewar era,' urges European nations to invest in defense

Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk said European nations need to invest in defense in the face of Russian aggression against Ukraine

Wall Street Journal leaves front page portion blank in honor of Evan Gershkovich: 'His story should be here'

The Wall Street Journal put a large blank space in honor of reporter Evan Gershkovich on its front page Friday, to mark one year he's been imprisoned in Russia.

Russia launches barrage of 99 drones and missiles on Ukraine’s energy system, officials say

Moscow launched a barrage of 99 missiles and drones at 10 Ukrainian regions on Friday, in a 'large-scale attack' on the country's energy infrastructure.

More and more Americans are held in Russian jails as relations between countries continue to sink

Evan Gershkovich is perhaps the best-known American currently in a Russian jail, but he is not the only one. Negotiations for prisoners' releases appear stagnant.

Evan Gershkovich marks one year imprisoned in Russia as friends can only wait for 'nightmare' to end

Evan Gershkovich has been detained by Russia on dubious espionage charges for exactly one year on Friday as "a nightmare" plays out for his loved ones and colleagues.