What to expect from Putin as Russian strongman begins new six-year term

Undeterred by the U.S.' unwavering support of Kyiv, Russia will likely ratchet up offensive operations against Ukraine and intensify non-kinetic confrontation with Washington.

Putin Sacks Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu and Shakes Up Russia's Security Council

Ex-Albanian president warns Biden that Russia seeks to 'undermine European values and foundations' in region

Albania's former president and leader of the Freedom Party wants to keep the United States in the Balkans and prevent forces Russia from destabilizing the region.

Putin's War, Week 115. ATACMS Makes a Splash and Russia Opens a New Front

US troops in standoff in African nations as Cold War-like tensions take hold on continent

A standoff is said to exist between Washington and the military juntas running Chad and Niger, who both want U.S. troops to leave, while welcoming Russian forces

Russian leader Mikhail Mishustin is reappointed by Putin as prime minister

Russian President Vladimir Putin reappointed Mikhail Mishustin as prime minister in a move expected to maintain stability in Russia's leadership, officials said.

Putin defends Russia's planned tactical nuclear weapons drill, calling exercise 'nothing unusual'

The planned exercise involving the practice deployment of tactical nuclear weapons in southern Russia is nothing unusual, according to Russian President Vladimir Putin.

House Democrat questions patriotism of Republicans criticizing NPR: Putin, CCP 'certainly enjoy it'

Kathy Castor, D-Fla., questioned the patriotism of Republicans criticizing NPR during a heated hearing about the taxpayer-funded outlet's bias issues on Wednesday.

Zelensky and Other Top Ukrainian Leaders Narrowly Avoid Russian Assassination Attempt

U.S. Soldier Detained in Russia

Ukraine busts up Russia's Zelenskyy assassination plot in massive 'failure' of Putin's spies

Russian intelligence service FSB has searched for members of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's inner circle who would participate in an operation to kidnap and assassinate him.

Pictures: Russia's Putin Sworn in for Fifth Term as President After Barely-Contested Election

Putin began his fifth term after destroying his political opponents, launching a war in Ukraine, and concentrating all power in his hands.

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Alexei Navalny's wife has 5 ominous words for Putin ahead of his inauguration

Yulia Navalnaya, the widow of late Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny said Tuesday that Putin's rule will "come to an end" ahead of his inauguration.

Army Confirms Russia Has Detained an American Soldier

The United States Army confirmed reports that Russia detained an American soldier. He is accused of "stealing from a woman," officials said.

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Putin's inauguration: France will send diplomat, Germany and Baltic states will not

While France will send its ambassador to the inauguration of Russian President Vladimir Putin, other countries will protest by withholding their own ambassadors.

Putin's War, Week 114. Russia Races Against Time As Ukraine Tries to Hold On

Russia's Kremlin parades Western equipment captured from Ukrainian army at exhibition

An exhibition in Moscow organized by the Russian Defense Ministry showcases over 30 pieces of Western military equipment captured from Kyiv forces during the war in Ukraine.

Trump declares he'll get WSJ reporter Evan Gershkovich home from Russia in second term

Former President Donald Trump said in a new interview that during a second term, he would get Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich freed from Russian prison.

Vladimir Putin Did Not Order Death of Opposition Leader Alexei Navalny, U.S. Intelligence Finds: Report

U.S. intelligence officials reportedly determined Russian President Vladimir Putin likely did not order the death of imprisoned opposition leader Alexei Navalny.

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Kremlin: What Do You Mean Putin Didn't Order Navalny's Death?

Russia kidnapped me and thousands more. We need US to help Ukraine free other stolen children

My little brother and I were kidnapped by Russia along with 19,000 other children when Putin invaded Ukraine. We need American help to save our nation and free the others.

US Intelligence Community Pronounces Putin Totally Not Involved in Ordering Alexei Navalny's Prison Death

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.

Top Aide to Russia's Defense Minister Arrested for Corruption and Maybe Treason. What's Going on?

Putin's War, Week 113. US Aid Arrives Just in Time and a Russian Attack Nearly Turns Into a Breakthrough

US Long Range Missiles Make Their Combat Debut in Ukraine and Put All Russian Forces Under the Gun

Russian Deputy Defence Minister Arrested on Suspicion of Taking Bribe

A top Russian military official arrested on suspicion of accepting a bribe was sent to pre-trial detention Wednesday.

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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.

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.

Russia Loses First Strategic Bomber in Combat Since World War II

Sad Faces in the Kremlin As the House Sends Ukraine Aid Package to Almost Certain Senate Approval

Graham: Ukraine Aid 'Would Not Have Passed Without Donald Trump'

Senator Lindsey Graham (R-SC) said on this week's broadcast on "Fox News Sunday" that Speaker Mike Johnson's (R-LA) aid package that included for Ukraine would not have passed the House without help from former President Donald Trump.

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It's 'Vietnam All Over Again' As Defense Department Prepares to Beef Up Number of US Advisers in Ukraine

Hillary Clinton: 'What Trump Really Wants' Is to 'Kill' and 'Imprison' Opposition, 'Exile' Journalists

Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton implied that if former President Donald Trump wins the upcoming 2024 presidential election, he would go to violent extremes regarding his opponents and journalists.

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Putin's War, Week 112. Ukraine Funding Passes and ATACMS Hit Crimea

Hillary Clinton: 'What Trump really wants' is to 'kill his opposition'

Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton suggested on a podcast that former President Trump aspires to be like Russian President Vladimir Putin and "kill his opposition."

Unhinged Hillary Clinton Accuses Trump of Wanting to Be Like Putin and Murder His Enemies

Pelosi: Trump Is 'Palsy-Walsy' with Putin

Representative Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) said Wednesday on MSNBC’s "Andrea Mitchell Reports" that former President Donald Trump was "palsy-walsy" with Russian President Vladimir Putin.

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Putin Praises Iran's Missile Assault on Israel: 'Best Way to Punish Aggressor'

Russian strongman Vladimir Putin praised Iran's unprecedented, 300+ missile and drone assault against Israel on Tuesday in conversation with Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi, claiming it was the "best way" for Tehran to address its tensions with Israel.

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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.

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."

Bashar al-Assad requests more Russian bases and troops in Syria 

Syrian President Bashar al-Assad has requested a greater Russian presence in Syria as he tries to adjust (like every leader and jihad group in the Middle East) to a new balance of power as America declines under Biden. Turkey has been heavily present in Syria, and ties between Assad and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan […]