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US official indicates that Washington doesn't take Russia's forthcoming presidential election seriously.
Dec. 9, 2023
Putin
Friday, the 71-year-old said after a military awards ceremony at the Kremlin that - as expected - he will run in next March's presidential elections.
Dec. 8, 2023
War in Ukraine
This potential fifth term will keep Putin in power until 2030 although 2020’s constitutional reform in 2020, would allow him to continue for six terms until 2036.
Dec. 8, 2023
Putin
“I don't know about you, but I don't want to give either Putin or Xi a Christmas present,” he said.
Dec. 8, 2023
War in Ukraine
With no end to the war or likelihood of release from service in sight, the number of Russian soldiers seeking a way out has increased sharply over the last few months.
Dec. 7, 2023
War in Ukraine
Orban seems set on dealing Ukraine a double whammy: he has warned that he will veto plans for the EU to give Kyiv a green light on EU accession, along with EUR50bn in funding for 2024-27.
Dec. 6, 2023
Putin
President Putin touched down in Abu Dhabi to hold talks with President Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, who referred to Russia’s leader as his “dear friend.”
Dec. 6, 2023
Putin
Fears are growing that President Putin’s demand that the Ukrainian city of Avdiivka be taken before his end of year press conference will result in horrific casualty rates among mobilized troops.
Dec. 6, 2023
War in Ukraine
Experts warn that just as Putin’s fortunes have recovered in recent months, they could turn downward again – especially on the battlefield.
Dec. 6, 2023
Putin
The manifesto of the soldiers' wives group 'Way Home' reads: "We’re being betrayed and exterminated by our own people... We were screwed over and you’ll be screwed over."
Dec. 5, 2023
Putin
Iran’s official news agency Irna said Raisi would be travelling to Moscow following an invitation from Putin.
Dec. 5, 2023
War in Ukraine
The comments came as Moscow has punished thousands of Russians -- either with a fine or prison sentence -- for denouncing the Kremlin’s Ukraine campaign.
Dec. 5, 2023
War in Ukraine
In November, Russia’s casualty rates were so high they’re comparable to those during World War I. Meanwhile, President Putin is proposing solutions to a possible demographic crisis.
Dec. 1, 2023
War in Ukraine
At NATO-Ukraine Council meeting, Stoltenberg warns that Russia is still “on war footing” and has a stockpile of missiles. Twenty NATO members comprise air-defense coalition for Ukraine
Nov. 29, 2023