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Putin
Although its illegal for the conscripted to be sent to the front line for two years, this may not be the whole story, Ukrainian analysts say.
Apr. 2
War in Ukraine
All men in Russia are required to do a year-long military service, or equivalent training during higher education, from the age of 18.
Apr. 1
Putin
Russian state news agency says nine people have been detained by Tajikistan’s state security service over suspected links with the perpetrators of the Crocus City attack.
Mar. 29
Zelensky
In an interview with CBS News, Zelensky clarified that the US has not directly transferred Patriot air defense systems to Ukraine, rather they’ve been provided by other countries.
Mar. 29
War in Ukraine
As the Kremlin said President Putin had no plans to visit either the site or the victims of Friday’s attack, the actor who is one of his admirers did.
Mar. 28
Putin
Regardless of who was behind the attack – be they jihadist terrorists or FSB operatives – the very fact that it happened bodes ill for Russia’s internal security.
Mar. 28
Putin
There are none so blind as those who will not see – English proverb. In President Putin’s case he can’t or won’t see anything beyond his hatred for all things Ukrainian.
Mar. 28
Putin
A recent inquiry by the UK’s Commons Defense Committee revealed that its Armed Forces are “increasingly overstretched” and not adequately prepared or equipped for a war with Russia.
Mar. 27
Ukraine
Bloomberg, citing sources “with knowledge of the situation,” said even Putin’s inner circle does not believe that Kyiv was involved in the Moscow attack.
Mar. 27
War in Ukraine
The distinguished signatories, comprising scientists, economists, and writers, have unequivocally called upon world leaders to bolster their backing for Ukraine's defense efforts.
Mar. 27
Putin
Seven suspects are now in custody. Four of them have already been brought to court, showing visible signs of torture. Commentators see this as a symptom of the climate in Russian society as a whole.
Mar. 27
War in Ukraine
Recent anonymous insights from sources close to the Kremlin suggest that Russian political elites believe that Vladimir Putin is weighing two potential strategies to conclude the war in Ukraine.
Mar. 26
Putin
The Islamic State (IS) has claimed responsibility for the attack, and eleven suspects have been detained. Putin has alleged that Ukrainians had a hand in the massacre, which Kyiv denies.
Mar. 26
Putin urges increased protection for the fleet against long-range missiles, after Ukraine eliminates another missile ship in Sevastopol, forcing Moscow to move the fleet to mainland Russia.
Jun. 27