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Russia
43 days ago
The relationship endures despite a power imbalance, with both sides recognising that it is too important to fail.
Ex-British soldier imprisoned by Russia says he feels abandoned in occupied Ukraine ⊖⊖
In letters sent to the BBC from prison, Hayden Davies says he has had no contact with British authorities.
Belarus dismisses concerns as it launches joint nuclear drills with Russia ○
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a story from Al Jazeera 🚨 › Al Jazeera English
Strong reactions from Ukraine and NATO allies as Belarusian and Russian forces train to use nuclear weapons.
Belarus stages nuclear drills with Russia as Kyiv warns of new offensive ⊖⊖
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Russia and Belarus conducted joint nuclear exercises on Monday as Kyiv warned Moscow was preparing a new offensive from Belarusian territory against Ukraine or NATO.
Even in Exile, Russia’s Political Opposition Struggles to Rise Above Its Divisions ⊖
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a story from The Moscow Times ✅ › The Moscow Times
Despite the exiled opposition’s reputation for infighting and ineffectiveness, some activists inside Russia say it still plays an important role.
44 days ago
Sorry, Europe, Russia Isn’t Satanic Enough for Eurovision ⊕
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a story from The Moscow Times ✅ › The Moscow Times
Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov claimed that “the criteria that now define Eurovision contestants... are honestly nothing short of outright Satanism.”
Russia and Belarus hold joint nuclear drills following Ukrainian strikes on Moscow ○
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a story from Politico EU ✅ › Politico EU
Minsk alleged the military exercise was a scheduled event and not aimed against any specific third party.
Germany’s Merkel criticizes EU for not talking to Russia ⊖
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a story from Politico EU ✅ › Politico EU
The former German chancellor also said she wouldn't be the right person to lead European talks with the Kremlin as she holds no power.
Government Auction Fails to Sell Majority Stake in Gold Miner After No Bids Submitted ⊖
Russia seized billionaire regional lawmaker Konstantin Strukov’s stake in Yuzhuralzoloto Group of Companies and affiliated firms last July on allegations that he had illegally taken control of the co…
Zelensky's long-range strikes on Russia are 'swinging the advantage back Ukraine's way' and momentum shift in war is 'finally filtering through' to Putin, expert reveals ⊖⊖
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a story from The Daily Mail 💩 › The Daily Mail
In recent weeks, Ukraine has stepped up its drone strikes on Russian territory as it increasingly relies on its own domestic weapons manufacturing.