Hungary is blocking Russia sanctions package over €16B in EU defense loans, diplomats say ⊖
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PM Viktor Orbán continues to joust with Brussels over aid to Ukraine.
Kenyan man charged with duping people to fight for Russia in Ukraine war ⊖⊖
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Kenya's director of public prosecutions office says Festus Omwamba is accused of human trafficking.
Russia and Ukraine exchange more than 1,000 soldiers' bodies ⊕
Russia's announcement comes as Ukraine's top negotiator met US peace envoys in Geneva.
Russia Plans to Block Telegram in April, Sources Say ⊖
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Two sources close to the Kremlin told the RBC news outlet that the decision to completely block the messaging app was “final.”
Russia Linked to 151 Hybrid Warfare Operations in Europe Since 2022, Dutch Think Tank Says ⊖
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The ICCT said the real number of incidents is likely higher.
Kenyan Police Arrest Man Suspected of Tricking People Into Joining Russian Army ⊖
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The Kenyan man was described as a key figure in a network that sent more than 1,000 Kenyans to Russia, where many were forcibly conscripted into the army and sent to Ukraine.
State Duma Passes Bill Protecting Foreign Fighters From Criminal Prosecution Back Home ⊖⊖
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The bill would make it illegal for authorities in Russia to extradite foreigners at the request of other governments if they signed military contracts and served in combat.
Ukrainian Drone Attacks, Rising Airfares Dent Demand for Sochi Trips – Kommersant ⊕
Interest in trips to one of Russia’s most popular domestic holiday destinations dropped by 30% year-on-year in February 2026.
Far-right Base group claims murders in Ukraine amid questions over Russia ties ⊖⊖
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Leaked information obtained by Guardian paints disturbing picture of violence waged by terror group’s Ukrainian cell
The Ukrainian wing of an internationally proscribed terrorist organization with sus…
Russia says Cuba situation is escalating after deadly incident with U.S.-tagged speedboat ⊖
The incident comes at a time of heightened tensions between Washington and Havana.