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'I will sleep with fear': Romanians shaken after block of flats hit by drone
A Russian drone hit a block of flats in Romania on Friday, causing a fire and injuring two people, Romanian officials say.
May 30, 2026Ukraine using AI drones to strike vital convoys supplying Russian troops
BBC Verify has analysed videos of attacks in occupied Ukraine on Russian trucks carrying ammunition, fuel and food.
May 30, 2026Putin says remark on Ukraine war coming to an end was based on battlefield advances - Reuters
Putin says remark on Ukraine war coming to an end was based on battlefield advances Reuters
May 29, 2026Ukraine says Russian drones attacked three foreign-flagged vessels - Reuters
Ukraine says Russian drones attacked three foreign-flagged vessels Reuters
May 29, 2026Russian drone crashes into apartment building in Romania
The drone hit a residential building, injuring two people and causing a fire, officials said.
May 29, 2026Russia brushes off US call not to launch 'systemic strikes' on Kyiv - Reuters
Russia brushes off US call not to launch 'systemic strikes' on Kyiv Reuters
May 28, 2026Russia will not choose who speaks for Europe in potential Ukraine talks, EU ministers say - Reuters
Russia will not choose who speaks for Europe in potential Ukraine talks, EU ministers say Reuters
May 28, 2026Three tankers reportedly attacked by drones in Black Sea, shipping agency says - Reuters
Three tankers reportedly attacked by drones in Black Sea, shipping agency says Reuters
May 28, 2026Latvia to strengthen anti-drone defences along its Russia and Belarus border - Reuters
Latvia to strengthen anti-drone defences along its Russia and Belarus border Reuters
May 27, 2026Exclusive: Senior Ukrainian commander sees imminent 'turning point' in war - Reuters
Exclusive: Senior Ukrainian commander sees imminent 'turning point' in war Reuters
May 27, 2026Russia 'relentlessly targeting' critical infrastructure and democracy, GCHQ says
The spy agency's head will set out threats facing the UK and the measures she believes need to be taken to confront them on Wednesday.
May 26, 2026Russia says US did not grant visa for vice minister to attend UN - Reuters
Russia says US did not grant visa for vice minister to attend UN Reuters
May 26, 2026Breakingviews - Kaput Pax Americana clears way for Pax Planetaria - Reuters
Breakingviews - Kaput Pax Americana clears way for Pax Planetaria Reuters
May 26, 2026Morning Bid: Peace talks hit turbulence - Reuters
Morning Bid: Peace talks hit turbulence Reuters
May 26, 2026Lavrov tells Rubio of Russian decision to strike Kyiv sites linked to military - Reuters
Lavrov tells Rubio of Russian decision to strike Kyiv sites linked to military Reuters
May 25, 2026Russia threatens more Kyiv strikes and tells foreign nationals to leave
It comes after the Ukrainian capital suffered one of the biggest aerial assaults of the war overnight on Saturday.
May 25, 2026RAF jet carrying defence secretary has signal jammed near Russian border
Pilots on board had to use a different navigation system while the plane's GPS was disabled.
May 24, 2026Iran negotiations, Oreshnik missile strike and Enhanced Games - Reuters
Iran negotiations, Oreshnik missile strike and Enhanced Games Reuters
May 24, 2026One dead, multiple injured after Russia launches wave of strikes on Ukraine
Twenty-one people have been injured, including a 15-year-old boy, with damage reported across all districts of Kyiv.
May 24, 2026Rosenberg: Luhansk strike sparks Russian accusations and vow to retaliate
Eighteen people were killed and 42 others injured in the strike on the town in Russian-occupied eastern Ukraine.
May 23, 2026Russia says 18 killed in strike on student dorm that it blamed on Ukraine - Reuters
Russia says 18 killed in strike on student dorm that it blamed on Ukraine Reuters
May 23, 2026Russia preparing strike on Ukraine using hypersonic 'Oreshnik' missile, Zelenskiy says - Reuters
Russia preparing strike on Ukraine using hypersonic 'Oreshnik' missile, Zelenskiy says Reuters
May 23, 2026Russia's Putin vows retaliation after accusing Ukraine of hitting student dormitory
Ukraine said it hit Russia's elite Rubicon drone military unit in a Moscow-occupied part of eastern Ukraine.
May 22, 2026Putin accuses Ukraine of deadly attack on student dorm, orders military to prepare options - Reuters
Putin accuses Ukraine of deadly attack on student dorm, orders military to prepare options Reuters
May 22, 2026Swiss widen sanctions against Russia, Belarus in line with EU measures - Reuters
Swiss widen sanctions against Russia, Belarus in line with EU measures Reuters
May 22, 2026Russia delivers nuclear munitions in Belarus as part of nuclear drills - Reuters
Russia delivers nuclear munitions in Belarus as part of nuclear drills Reuters
May 21, 2026From AI to interceptors, Ukraine is trying to drone-proof its skies
After four years of Russia's full-scale invasion, Ukraine has become far more successful at fighting off air raids.
May 21, 2026Why Russian jets intercepting an RAF spy plane is 'serious incident'
The BBC's Frank Gardner explained how the incident highlighted tense relations between Russia and Nato.
May 20, 2026Austrian ex-intelligence officer found guilty of Russia spying charges
The spy scandal has revived fears that Austria remains a hotbed of Russian espionage activity.
May 20, 2026Rosenberg: Putin enjoys Xi's Chinese welcome but heads home without pipeline deal
Russia and China showed they were shoulder-to-shoulder on the world stage, but it became clear there are limits, says the BBC's Russia Editor.
May 20, 2026Watch: Did Trump and Putin get the same treatment in China?
Chinese President Xi Jinping welcomed Russia's Vladimir Putin with a near-identical ceremony to Trump's last week.
May 20, 2026Xi basks in spotlight as he hosts Putin days after Trump
Two presidential visits days apart is how Xi Jinping wants the world to see him: talking to everyone, tied to no-one.
May 20, 2026Putin says Russia-China ties at unprecedented level, invites Xi to Russia - Reuters
Putin says Russia-China ties at unprecedented level, invites Xi to Russia Reuters
May 20, 2026Russia considers joint projects with US and China, media quote Putin's envoy - Reuters
Russia considers joint projects with US and China, media quote Putin's envoy Reuters
May 20, 2026Russia is concerned by US, EU rare earth activity in Central Asia, media reports - Reuters
Russia is concerned by US, EU rare earth activity in Central Asia, media reports Reuters
May 20, 2026Xi, Putin to meet in Beijing for tea diplomacy after Trump visit - Reuters
Xi, Putin to meet in Beijing for tea diplomacy after Trump visit Reuters
May 19, 2026Estonia says Nato jet shot down drone over its territory
Estonia suspects the drone was a Ukrainian projectile knocked off course by Russian electronic jamming.
May 19, 2026Russia says Latvia could face retaliation despite NATO, drawing sharp US rebuke - Reuters
Russia says Latvia could face retaliation despite NATO, drawing sharp US rebuke Reuters
May 19, 2026Risks of direct Russia-NATO clash are increasing, senior Russian diplomat says - Reuters
Risks of direct Russia-NATO clash are increasing, senior Russian diplomat says Reuters
May 19, 2026Xi to host 'old friend' Putin as China projects stable global role after Trump visit - Reuters
Xi to host 'old friend' Putin as China projects stable global role after Trump visit Reuters
May 19, 2026Putin says Russia, China ready to back each other on issues such as protecting sovereignty - Reuters
Putin says Russia, China ready to back each other on issues such as protecting sovereignty Reuters
May 19, 2026Belarus holds drills with Russian nuclear weapons - Reuters
Belarus holds drills with Russian nuclear weapons Reuters
May 18, 2026Kremlin says it has 'serious expectations' for Putin's trip to China - Reuters
Kremlin says it has 'serious expectations' for Putin's trip to China Reuters
May 18, 2026Russia destroyed over 3,000 Ukrainian drones last week, RIA says - Reuters
Russia destroyed over 3,000 Ukrainian drones last week, RIA says Reuters
May 17, 2026Inside the 'kill-zone' on Ukraine's front line, where new weapons have transformed war
Machines are increasingly replacing humans on the front line, but troops are still vital for defending territory.
May 17, 2026Russia says it took control of two villages in Ukraine's Kharkiv region, RIA reports - Reuters
Russia says it took control of two villages in Ukraine's Kharkiv region, RIA reports Reuters
May 16, 2026BRICS talks end without joint statement, exposing divisions over war in Iran - Reuters
BRICS talks end without joint statement, exposing divisions over war in Iran Reuters
May 15, 2026Rescuers pull dead from rubble of Kyiv flats after massive Russian strikes
A girl, 12, is among the dead after Russia launched attacks across Ukraine overnight, officials say.
May 14, 2026Latvian PM resigns after row over stray Ukrainian drones
Drones bound for Russia crashed down in Latvia last week, prompting a political fallout.
May 14, 2026Putin visit to China will take place very soon, Kremlin says - Reuters
Putin visit to China will take place very soon, Kremlin says Reuters
May 14, 2026Russia says it's establishing 'full partnership' with Afghan Taliban - Reuters
Russia says it's establishing 'full partnership' with Afghan Taliban Reuters
May 14, 2026Poland says it intercepts Russian aircraft over Baltic Sea - Reuters
Poland says it intercepts Russian aircraft over Baltic Sea Reuters
May 13, 2026Deadly Russian drone attacks on Ukraine resume after ceasefire expires
Six people have been killed after Zelensky warned of "more waves" of Russian strikes through Wednesday.
May 13, 2026Russia's Lavrov says 'nothing is happening' with US-Russia relations - Reuters
Russia's Lavrov says 'nothing is happening' with US-Russia relations Reuters
May 13, 2026Ukraine's Zelenskiy: Russia has no intention of ending this war - Reuters
Ukraine's Zelenskiy: Russia has no intention of ending this war Reuters
May 12, 2026Putin says Russia will deploy new Sarmat nuclear missile this year - Reuters
Putin says Russia will deploy new Sarmat nuclear missile this year Reuters
May 12, 2026Russia strikes Ukraine with drones as ceasefire ends, Ukrainian officials say - Reuters
Russia strikes Ukraine with drones as ceasefire ends, Ukrainian officials say Reuters
May 12, 2026EU ministers reject Putin's idea of role for Schroeder in future security talks - Reuters
EU ministers reject Putin's idea of role for Schroeder in future security talks Reuters
May 11, 2026Trump says Polish, Moldovan prisoners released from Belarusian, Russian detention - Reuters
Trump says Polish, Moldovan prisoners released from Belarusian, Russian detention Reuters
May 10, 2026Ukraine, Russia trade accusations of violating US-backed ceasefire - Reuters
Ukraine, Russia trade accusations of violating US-backed ceasefire Reuters
May 10, 2026Hantavirus ship, Putin talks war end and Congo misinformation killings - Reuters
Hantavirus ship, Putin talks war end and Congo misinformation killings Reuters
May 10, 2026Kremlin accuses Armenia of providing platform for Ukraine's Zelenskiy, agencies report - Reuters
Kremlin accuses Armenia of providing platform for Ukraine's Zelenskiy, agencies report Reuters
May 10, 2026Russia says Ukraine violates ceasefire by launching drones and artillery attacks, Ifax reports - Reuters
Russia says Ukraine violates ceasefire by launching drones and artillery attacks, Ifax reports Reuters
May 10, 2026Putin says he thinks Ukraine conflict 'coming to an end'
The Russian leader sees potential for Ukraine negotiations, but condemns the West's backing for President Zelensky.
May 10, 2026Putin says he thinks Russia-Ukraine war is coming to an end - Reuters
Putin says he thinks Russia-Ukraine war is coming to an end Reuters
May 9, 2026Ukraine-Russia three-day ceasefire, UK elections, Virginia redistricting upset - Reuters
Ukraine-Russia three-day ceasefire, UK elections, Virginia redistricting upset Reuters
May 9, 2026Putin denounces Nato at scaled back Victory Day parade
The Russian leader used his annual speech to justify his so-called special military operation in Ukraine.
May 9, 2026Putin tells Fico: Russia will meet Slovakia's energy demand - Reuters
Putin tells Fico: Russia will meet Slovakia's energy demand Reuters
May 9, 2026Ukrainians welcome respite from Russian attacks, Moscow says peace still far off - Reuters
Ukrainians welcome respite from Russian attacks, Moscow says peace still far off Reuters
May 9, 2026Kremlin says peace in Ukraine is still a very long way off - Reuters
Kremlin says peace in Ukraine is still a very long way off Reuters
May 9, 2026Trump announces three-day ceasefire between Ukraine and Russia - Reuters
Trump announces three-day ceasefire between Ukraine and Russia Reuters
May 8, 2026Greece examines mystery naval drone found in Ionian Sea
Greek media say the drone, which reportedly had explosives, could be either Ukrainian or linked to the Russia-Ukraine war.
May 8, 2026Russia and Ukraine accuse each other of breaching Victory Day ceasefire
The two sides report responding to hundreds of drone attacks, just hours into a truce to cover celebrations of the Soviet Union's victory over Nazi Germany.
May 8, 2026Global perceptions of US fall below Russia under Trump, survey finds - Reuters
Global perceptions of US fall below Russia under Trump, survey finds Reuters
May 8, 2026More than 50 Moscow-bound drones intercepted by Russia, mayor says - Reuters
More than 50 Moscow-bound drones intercepted by Russia, mayor says Reuters
May 7, 2026Thousands of North Koreans fought for Russia. A memorial hints at the death toll
An estimated 11,000 North Korean soldiers were sent to fight in Russia's war against Ukraine.
May 7, 2026Russia declares ceasefire to mark WWII anniversary - Reuters
Russia declares ceasefire to mark WWII anniversary Reuters
May 7, 2026Key bridge linking North Korea and Russia almost finished, satellite images show
The road crossing is the latest sign of the deepening relationship between Pyongyang and Moscow.
May 6, 2026'Enjoy the show. Ignore the war': Venice Biennale faces backlash after including Russia
Protests have taken place at the prestigious arts fair over the inclusion of Russia for the first time since the full-scale invasion of Ukraine.
May 6, 2026Robot wars - what an operation in Ukraine tells us about the battlefield of the near future
After Ukraine's President Zelensky said territory had been captured using just robots and drones, what is the future of unmanned warfare?
May 6, 2026Russia ignores Ukraine's unilateral ceasefire and attacks kindergarten
Ukraine's president says Russia has "spurned the ceasefire" and Kyiv is deciding on further action to take.
May 6, 2026Ukraine says Russia violated ceasefire initiated by Kyiv - Reuters
Ukraine says Russia violated ceasefire initiated by Kyiv Reuters
May 6, 2026Russian attacks kill 25 hours before deadline for ceasefire proposed by Kyiv - Reuters
Russian attacks kill 25 hours before deadline for ceasefire proposed by Kyiv Reuters
May 5, 2026Russia and Ukraine announce rival ceasefires as deadly strikes continue
Russia demanded a ceasefire on 8 and 9 May but Ukraine said it would pause the fighting sooner, meaning any violations would be pinned on Moscow.
May 5, 2026Russian attack at Ukraine's gas production facilities kills five, officials say - Reuters
Russian attack at Ukraine's gas production facilities kills five, officials say Reuters
May 5, 2026Russia limits mobile internet ahead of scaled-back WW2 victory parade - Reuters
Russia limits mobile internet ahead of scaled-back WW2 victory parade Reuters
May 5, 2026Putin declares May 8-9 ceasefire for war commemoration, Zelenskiy announces his own ceasefire - Reuters
Putin declares May 8-9 ceasefire for war commemoration, Zelenskiy announces his own ceasefire Reuters
May 4, 2026Three Russian diplomats expelled from Austria over spying accusations
They gathered information using a "forest of antennas" installed on top of diplomatic buildings, the foreign minister says.
May 4, 2026Austria expels three Russian diplomats over signals spying - Reuters
Austria expels three Russian diplomats over signals spying Reuters
May 4, 2026Russian strikes kill 10 as Zelensky says Ukraine hits oil tankers and terminal
Fatalities have been reported around Ukraine as Kyiv says Russian "shadow fleet" tankers were hit by drones.
May 3, 2026Germany troop cuts send wrong signal to Russia, say two top US Republicans
The chairs of the House and Senate armed services committees say withdrawing 5,000 service personnel risked undermining deterrence.
May 3, 2026The Iran war has strengthened Ukraine in surprising ways. Could a ceasefire with Russia be closer?
President Zelensky has been visiting the Gulf to demonstrate his country's military nous.
May 2, 2026OPEC+ set for another oil output quota hike despite Hormuz closure, sources say - Reuters
OPEC+ set for another oil output quota hike despite Hormuz closure, sources say Reuters
May 2, 2026Russian attack hit port infrastructure in Ukraine's Odesa region, officials say - Reuters
Russian attack hit port infrastructure in Ukraine's Odesa region, officials say Reuters
May 1, 2026Exclusive: Syria relies on Russia's oil despite pivot to the West - Reuters
Exclusive: Syria relies on Russia's oil despite pivot to the West Reuters
May 1, 2026Venice Biennale jury resigns days before start of exhibition
It follows growing tensions over the return of Russia for the first time since the full-scale invasion of Ukraine.
April 30, 2026Ukrainian drones strike Russian oil facilities some 1,500 km away - Reuters
Ukrainian drones strike Russian oil facilities some 1,500 km away Reuters
April 30, 2026Russia says OPEC+ will continue after UAE exit, no price war expected - Reuters
Russia says OPEC+ will continue after UAE exit, no price war expected Reuters
April 30, 2026Russia to remain in OPEC+, hopes UAE exit does not spell end of group - Reuters
Russia to remain in OPEC+, hopes UAE exit does not spell end of group Reuters
April 29, 2026Russia says it's scaling down WW2 victory parade due to Ukrainian threat - Reuters
Russia says it's scaling down WW2 victory parade due to Ukrainian threat Reuters
April 29, 2026Putin says Ukraine has intensified attacks on civilian targets in Russia - Reuters
Putin says Ukraine has intensified attacks on civilian targets in Russia Reuters
April 28, 2026Third Ukrainian strike hits Russian oil refinery and prompts evacuations
Residents near a burning refinery in Tuapse are told to leave, as efforts continue to contain an oil spill caused by earlier strikes.
April 28, 2026Ukraine accuses Israel of receiving shipments of grain 'stolen' by Russia
Israel's foreign minister says it has received no evidence to support the claim that a vessel carrying grain from occupied Ukraine has reached Haifa.
April 28, 2026Russian superyacht sails through Strait of Hormuz despite blockade
The 141m-long vessel, linked to a close ally of Russian President Vladimir Putin, cleared the waterway despite an ongoing blockade.
April 28, 2026Russian superyacht crosses blockaded Strait of Hormuz - Reuters
Russian superyacht crosses blockaded Strait of Hormuz Reuters
April 27, 2026Lithuania charges 13 people with attempted murders linked to Russia's GRU, police say - Reuters
Lithuania charges 13 people with attempted murders linked to Russia's GRU, police say Reuters
April 27, 2026Kim Jong Un opens memorial for N Korean soldiers killed in Ukraine war
Kim Jong Un and Russian Defence Minister Andrey Belousov unveiled the memorial in Pyongyang.
April 27, 2026Ukraine's drone commander has Russian oil, troops and morale in his sights
In a rare interview, Commander Robert Brovdi shared how his unit accounts for a third of all targets destroyed on the battlefield.
April 27, 2026Iranian foreign minister heads to Russia, Trump says 'call us' to negotiate - Reuters
Iranian foreign minister heads to Russia, Trump says 'call us' to negotiate Reuters
April 27, 2026North Korea's Kim to continue support for Russia, state media says - Reuters
North Korea's Kim to continue support for Russia, state media says Reuters
April 26, 2026Russian defence minister visits North Korea - Reuters
Russian defence minister visits North Korea Reuters
April 26, 2026Fertiliser plant in Russia's Vologda region damaged in Ukrainian drone attack, governor says - Reuters
Fertiliser plant in Russia's Vologda region damaged in Ukrainian drone attack, governor says Reuters
April 26, 2026Russian forces pound Ukraine's Dnipro, other areas, killing 10 people - Reuters
Russian forces pound Ukraine's Dnipro, other areas, killing 10 people Reuters
April 25, 2026Finland joins hosting boycott over World Aquatics decision on Russia - Reuters
Finland joins hosting boycott over World Aquatics decision on Russia Reuters
April 25, 2026German government suspects Russia of Signal attack targeting politicians, sources say - Reuters
German government suspects Russia of Signal attack targeting politicians, sources say Reuters
April 25, 2026Seven dead in major Russian attack on Ukraine
The city of Dnipro was hardest hit, with officials saying four died in a strike on a residential building.
April 25, 2026Russia's Lavrov says US discarding international conventions, pursuing its own interests - Reuters
Russia's Lavrov says US discarding international conventions, pursuing its own interests Reuters
April 24, 2026Watch: Demonstrators display 20,000 teddy bears for missing Ukrainian children
Each bear in the installation in Washington, DC, is meant to represent one of the children Ukraine says have been abducted by Russia.
April 24, 2026Putin's approval rating falls to lowest since before Ukraine war, state pollster says - Reuters
Putin's approval rating falls to lowest since before Ukraine war, state pollster says Reuters
April 24, 2026Steve Rosenberg: Kremlin's tightening grip on internet fuels Russian discontent
Officials say the restrictions are for public safety, but businesses and the public are feeling the impact.
April 24, 2026Trump to invite Russia's Putin to G20 summit in Miami, WaPo reports - Reuters
Trump to invite Russia's Putin to G20 summit in Miami, WaPo reports Reuters
April 23, 2026Prince Harry, on visit to Kyiv, tells Putin to 'stop this war' - Reuters
Prince Harry, on visit to Kyiv, tells Putin to 'stop this war' Reuters
April 23, 2026EU formally approves Ukraine loan and 20th sanctions package against Russia - Reuters
EU formally approves Ukraine loan and 20th sanctions package against Russia Reuters
April 23, 2026Russian billionaires boost wealth by 11% over a year despite war and sanctions, Forbes says - Reuters
Russian billionaires boost wealth by 11% over a year despite war and sanctions, Forbes says Reuters
April 23, 2026Russian drone attack kills three in Ukrainian city of Dnipro - Reuters
Russian drone attack kills three in Ukrainian city of Dnipro Reuters
April 23, 2026China weathered Trump's tariffs - but the Iran war is taking a toll
The Middle East conflict is putting pressure on factory orders, costs and jobs in China's export-driven economy.
April 22, 2026Turkey trying to revive Russia-Ukraine negotiations, Erdogan tells NATO chief - Reuters
Turkey trying to revive Russia-Ukraine negotiations, Erdogan tells NATO chief Reuters
April 22, 2026Russia to stop Kazakh oil flows to German PCK refinery via Druzhba - Reuters
Russia to stop Kazakh oil flows to German PCK refinery via Druzhba Reuters
April 22, 2026EU approves €90bn loan for Ukraine as pipeline is turned on ending deadlock
Ukraine says it has reopened the Druzhba pipeline, after months of stalemate over stalled oil supplies to neighbouring Hungary.
April 22, 2026Italy summons Russian ambassador over TV host insults to PM Meloni - Reuters
Italy summons Russian ambassador over TV host insults to PM Meloni Reuters
April 21, 2026Ukraine hits Russian oil pumping station, part of Druzhba pipeline - Reuters
Ukraine hits Russian oil pumping station, part of Druzhba pipeline Reuters
April 21, 2026Russian interior minister arrives in North Korea for talks - Reuters
Russian interior minister arrives in North Korea for talks Reuters
April 20, 2026Russia says it detains a German woman with a bomb in her rucksack - Reuters
Russia says it detains a German woman with a bomb in her rucksack Reuters
April 20, 2026Germany to begin privatization of seized Gazprom division, FT reports - Reuters
Germany to begin privatization of seized Gazprom division, FT reports Reuters
April 20, 2026Pope Leo decries ramp-up in Ukraine war, calls for 'weapons to fall silent' - Reuters
Pope Leo decries ramp-up in Ukraine war, calls for 'weapons to fall silent' Reuters
April 19, 2026Ukraine strikes Russian refineries, Crimea oil depot, Baltic Sea port - Reuters
Ukraine strikes Russian refineries, Crimea oil depot, Baltic Sea port Reuters
April 18, 2026Russia hits port, power facility in Ukraine overnight - Reuters
Russia hits port, power facility in Ukraine overnight Reuters
April 18, 2026Zelenskiy: Ukraine believes Russia will try again to involve Belarus in the war - Reuters
Zelenskiy: Ukraine believes Russia will try again to involve Belarus in the war Reuters
April 17, 2026Russia summons Mexican envoy over case involving young Russian girl held in 'illegal custody' - Reuters
Russia summons Mexican envoy over case involving young Russian girl held in 'illegal custody' Reuters
April 16, 2026Kremlin says US has rejected its proposal that Russia take Iranian uranium stocks - Reuters
Kremlin says US has rejected its proposal that Russia take Iranian uranium stocks Reuters
April 15, 2026IMF cautions countries against broad fuel subsidies to deal with war-driven energy shock - Reuters
IMF cautions countries against broad fuel subsidies to deal with war-driven energy shock Reuters
April 15, 2026Xi assures Russia of China's friendship as ties grow with other nations - Reuters
Xi assures Russia of China's friendship as ties grow with other nations Reuters
April 15, 2026World Bank could provide up to $100 billion in funds for countries hit by war, Banga says - Reuters
World Bank could provide up to $100 billion in funds for countries hit by war, Banga says Reuters
April 14, 2026War spurs EU plan for electricity tax cuts, faster shift from fossil fuels, draft shows - Reuters
War spurs EU plan for electricity tax cuts, faster shift from fossil fuels, draft shows Reuters
April 14, 2026Hungary's next PM would pick up if Putin calls and tell him to stop Ukraine war
Russia has offered "pragmatic" relations, but Péter Magyar says he will not call Vladimir Putin himself.
April 13, 2026Russia and Belarus to compete again with uniforms, flags and anthems - Reuters
Russia and Belarus to compete again with uniforms, flags and anthems Reuters
April 13, 2026Katya Adler: Jubilation in Budapest will be felt in Europe but leaves Moscow cold
European leaders share Hungarians' joy over the ousting of Vladimir Putin's EU ally, writes the BBC's Europe editor.
April 13, 2026Russia, Ukraine trade accusations of Orthodox Easter ceasefire violations - Reuters
Russia, Ukraine trade accusations of Orthodox Easter ceasefire violations Reuters
April 12, 2026Ukraine and Russia accuse each other of hundreds of ceasefire violations
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky says his nation's forces would respond "symmetrically" to Russian attacks.
April 12, 2026How Hungary's knife-edge election could impact the US and Russia
The BBC's Europe Editor Katya Adler reports from Prime Minister Victor Orbán's home town of Felscút.
April 12, 2026Hungarians vote in landmark election closely watched by EU, Russia, US - Reuters
Hungarians vote in landmark election closely watched by EU, Russia, US Reuters
April 11, 2026Russia, Ukraine carry out POW swap, defence ministry says - Reuters
Russia, Ukraine carry out POW swap, defence ministry says Reuters
April 11, 2026Wall St Week Ahead: US earnings season set to test war-rattled stocks - Reuters
Wall St Week Ahead: US earnings season set to test war-rattled stocks Reuters
April 10, 2026After years of war with Russia, Ukraine's farmers are hit by Iran conflict - Reuters
After years of war with Russia, Ukraine's farmers are hit by Iran conflict Reuters
April 10, 2026Former Russian defence official is jailed for 19 years for corruption - Reuters
Former Russian defence official is jailed for 19 years for corruption Reuters
April 10, 2026Ukraine faces months of diplomatic and military pressure, Zelenskiy says - Reuters
Ukraine faces months of diplomatic and military pressure, Zelenskiy says Reuters
April 10, 2026Russian diplomat: Moscow will not abandon Cuba, help with energy - Reuters
Russian diplomat: Moscow will not abandon Cuba, help with energy Reuters
April 10, 2026Russia and Ukraine agree to truce for Orthodox Easter
Vladimir Putin announced the truce, which will last from Saturday afternoon on 11 April through Easter Sunday.
April 9, 2026Kremlin says Russia has right to defend itself from 'piracy' after report of warship escort near UK - Reuters
Kremlin says Russia has right to defend itself from 'piracy' after report of warship escort near UK Reuters
April 9, 2026UK says it deployed military to deter Russian submarines from attack on undersea cables - Reuters
UK says it deployed military to deter Russian submarines from attack on undersea cables Reuters
April 9, 2026IMF, World Bank and UN food agency say war is increasing food prices, insecurity - Reuters
IMF, World Bank and UN food agency say war is increasing food prices, insecurity Reuters
April 8, 2026Cameroon 'military contractors' killed in Russia-Ukraine war - BBC confirms leaked message
The government usually refrains from commenting on the participation of its citizens in the conflict.
April 8, 2026India expects US to extend waiver on Russian oil purchases, govt source says - Reuters
India expects US to extend waiver on Russian oil purchases, govt source says Reuters
April 8, 2026China and Russia veto UN resolution on protecting Hormuz shipping - Reuters
China and Russia veto UN resolution on protecting Hormuz shipping Reuters
April 7, 2026Russian grain ship believed sunk in Ukrainian drone attack is found and towed to shore, TASS says - Reuters
Russian grain ship believed sunk in Ukrainian drone attack is found and towed to shore, TASS says Reuters
April 6, 2026Russian court sentences former governor to 14 years in prison for corruption - Reuters
Russian court sentences former governor to 14 years in prison for corruption Reuters
April 6, 2026Kremlin says 'highly likely' that Ukraine planted explosives near Hungary-bound gas pipeline - Reuters
Kremlin says 'highly likely' that Ukraine planted explosives near Hungary-bound gas pipeline Reuters
April 6, 2026Russian drone attack on Ukraine's Odesa kills three, regional governor says - Reuters
Russian drone attack on Ukraine's Odesa kills three, regional governor says Reuters
April 6, 2026Russia says it downed 148 Ukrainian drones in three hours - Reuters
Russia says it downed 148 Ukrainian drones in three hours Reuters
April 5, 2026Russia says US should abandon 'language of ultimatums' on Iran - Reuters
Russia says US should abandon 'language of ultimatums' on Iran Reuters
April 5, 2026Fire breaks out at Russia's NORSI oil refinery after drone attack, governor says - Reuters
Fire breaks out at Russia's NORSI oil refinery after drone attack, governor says Reuters
April 5, 2026Russia evacuates 198 more staff from Iran's Bushehr nuclear plant, agencies report - reuters.com
Russia evacuates 198 more staff from Iran's Bushehr nuclear plant, agencies report reuters.com
April 4, 2026Russian attack on Ukraine market kills five
A Russian drone hit a busy spot in the southern Ukrainian town on Saturday morning, injuring another 21 people.
April 4, 2026Russia chose 'Easter escalation' over ceasefire, says Zelensky
Six civilians were killed and 40 others injured as Russia launched hundreds of drones and missiles.
April 4, 2026Russian oil terminals under attack unable to accept shipments for second week, sources say - Reuters
Russian oil terminals under attack unable to accept shipments for second week, sources say Reuters
April 3, 2026Putin holds call with Turkey's Erdogan to discuss Middle East - Reuters
Putin holds call with Turkey's Erdogan to discuss Middle East Reuters
April 3, 2026Kremlin's drive for a state-backed messaging app touches a nerve for some - Reuters
Kremlin's drive for a state-backed messaging app touches a nerve for some Reuters
April 3, 2026Russia's services sector contracts for first time in six months, PMI shows - reuters.com
Russia's services sector contracts for first time in six months, PMI shows reuters.com
April 3, 2026Russian mariner held after Houthi Red Sea attack leaves Yemen for home - reuters.com
Russian mariner held after Houthi Red Sea attack leaves Yemen for home reuters.com
April 2, 2026Russia will ask US and Israel to cease fire while it evacuates staff from Iranian nuclear plant, RIA reports - Reuters
Russia will ask US and Israel to cease fire while it evacuates staff from Iranian nuclear plant, RIA reports Reuters
April 2, 2026Russia says it will expel Dutch journalist in tit-for-tat move - Reuters
Russia says it will expel Dutch journalist in tit-for-tat move Reuters
April 1, 2026Russia's pipeline gas exports to Europe jump 22% year-on-year in March amid Mideast crunch - Reuters
Russia's pipeline gas exports to Europe jump 22% year-on-year in March amid Mideast crunch Reuters
April 1, 2026Russian oil tanker docks in Cuba ending near-total blockade
A Russian oil tanker has docked in Cuba, providing temporary relief after months of shortages.
March 31, 2026Soaring fuel prices drive German far-right calls for a turn back to Russia - Reuters
Soaring fuel prices drive German far-right calls for a turn back to Russia Reuters
March 31, 2026Ukrainian drones damage Russia's Ust-Luga port again, governor says - Reuters
Ukrainian drones damage Russia's Ust-Luga port again, governor says Reuters
March 31, 2026White House says no change in Cuba policy after Russian tanker waiver - Reuters
White House says no change in Cuba policy after Russian tanker waiver Reuters
March 30, 2026Global bonds stagger toward steep monthly losses as war's economic toll mounts - Reuters
Global bonds stagger toward steep monthly losses as war's economic toll mounts Reuters
March 30, 2026Zelensky says allies asked him to scale back attacks on Russian energy
Ukraine's president says partners asked if the attacks could be "reduced" as prices soar due to the Iran war.
March 30, 2026Russian oil tanker reaches Cuba after Trump appears to loosen blockade
The tanker has reached Cuban waters just hours after Donald Trump said he had "no problem" with it.
March 30, 2026Russia expels British diplomat for alleged economic espionage - Reuters
Russia expels British diplomat for alleged economic espionage Reuters
March 30, 2026Russia expels British diplomat over spying allegations
A UK Foreign Office spokesman accused Russia of an "aggressive and co-ordinated campaign of harassment against British diplomats".
March 30, 2026Three dead in Russian attack on Kramatorsk in eastern Ukraine, police say - Reuters
Three dead in Russian attack on Kramatorsk in eastern Ukraine, police say Reuters
March 29, 2026How Trump and the oil markets move in sync: a tango in five charts
Oil markets have been sensitive to Donald Trump's comments on the war. But are traders growing less responsive?
March 28, 2026From jammed broadcasts to a blocked website: BBC Russian's 80 years of defiance
For half a century, BBC Russian had to fend off jammers. Now its website is blocked, but millions still read it.
March 28, 2026Russian and Iranian foreign ministers discuss possibility of conflict settlement - reuters.com
Russian and Iranian foreign ministers discuss possibility of conflict settlement reuters.com
March 27, 2026Kremlin says US is wrong to condition economic cooperation with Russia on Ukraine peace deal - Reuters
Kremlin says US is wrong to condition economic cooperation with Russia on Ukraine peace deal Reuters
March 27, 2026How Russia's threat forced Germany to radically rethink its military
Germany once terrorised Europe, but now Europe is welcoming a resurgent German military.
March 27, 2026Belarus leader gifts rifle to North Korea's Kim as they sign friendship treaty
Two key supporters of Russia's war in Ukraine close ranks as Alexander Lukashenko visits Pyongyang.
March 27, 2026Russia says Britain's decision to detain its vessels is hostile, vows response - Reuters
Russia says Britain's decision to detain its vessels is hostile, vows response Reuters
March 26, 2026Russia says it hopes for new round of Ukraine talks with US as soon as conditions allow - Reuters
Russia says it hopes for new round of Ukraine talks with US as soon as conditions allow Reuters
March 26, 2026Zimbabwe says 15 nationals killed after being lured to fight for Russia
Zimbabwe says it is engaging the Russian government to repatriate bodies and bring home those still alive.
March 26, 2026'We are being choked': Philippines transport workers strike over fuel costs
It comes as a ship carrying barrels of Russian crude oil arrived in the Philippines earlier this week.
March 26, 2026Area near one of Russia's biggest oil refineries damaged by Ukrainian drones, official says - Reuters
Area near one of Russia's biggest oil refineries damaged by Ukrainian drones, official says Reuters
March 26, 2026Russian attacks kill two in Ukraine's Kharkiv, damage infrastructure on the Danube - Reuters
Russian attacks kill two in Ukraine's Kharkiv, damage infrastructure on the Danube Reuters
March 26, 2026Russia sought to blackmail US using intelligence to Iran, Zelenskiy says - Reuters
Russia sought to blackmail US using intelligence to Iran, Zelenskiy says Reuters
March 25, 2026Exclusive: At least 40% of Russia's oil export capacity halted, Reuters calculations show - Reuters
Exclusive: At least 40% of Russia's oil export capacity halted, Reuters calculations show Reuters
March 25, 2026Blaze at Russia's Baltic Sea port of Ust-Luga after major Ukrainian drone attack - Reuters
Blaze at Russia's Baltic Sea port of Ust-Luga after major Ukrainian drone attack Reuters
March 25, 2026Russia launches 948 drones at Ukraine in largest attack over 24-hour period
Cities across the west of Ukraine were hit, with residential buildings damaged and many injured.
March 24, 2026Russia launches over 400 drones at Ukraine in rare daytime attack, air force says - Reuters
Russia launches over 400 drones at Ukraine in rare daytime attack, air force says Reuters
March 24, 2026At least five killed in massive wave of Russian strikes across Ukraine, officials say
Officials said the attacks were among the worst in ten days, with damage reported in eleven regions across the country.
March 24, 2026India File: War and a searing summer test coal readiness - Reuters
India File: War and a searing summer test coal readiness Reuters
March 24, 2026Inside the alleged Russian operation to trigger anti-government protests in Angola
A group of Russians and Angolans are going on trial in Angola after being accused of fomenting protests, which they deny.
March 24, 2026Ukraine's Zelenskiy says intelligence shows Russia preparing new massive attack - Reuters
Ukraine's Zelenskiy says intelligence shows Russia preparing new massive attack Reuters
March 23, 2026Exclusive: Russia delays change to fiscal fund after Iran war energy price surge - Reuters
Exclusive: Russia delays change to fiscal fund after Iran war energy price surge Reuters
March 23, 2026Ukraine has 'irrefutable' evidence of Russia providing intelligence to Iran, Zelenskiy says - Reuters
Ukraine has 'irrefutable' evidence of Russia providing intelligence to Iran, Zelenskiy says Reuters
March 23, 2026Czechs looking into possible Russian trail in fire at defence factory - Reuters
Czechs looking into possible Russian trail in fire at defence factory Reuters
March 23, 2026Kenyans fighting illegally for Russia in Ukraine to be granted amnesty
It is illegal for Kenyans to serve in foreign armies and can carry a sentence of up to 10 years in jail.
March 22, 2026Libya hires firm to tackle stricken Russian tanker drifting towards coast - Reuters
Libya hires firm to tackle stricken Russian tanker drifting towards coast Reuters
March 21, 2026Russian drone attack kills two in Ukraine ahead of talks in US, officials say
Two children, aged 11 and 15 were also injured in the attack which took place in Zaporizhzhia.
March 21, 2026Putin tells Tehran: Russia stands by Iran - Reuters
Putin tells Tehran: Russia stands by Iran Reuters
March 21, 2026Russia's school propaganda was highlighted by Oscar-winning film - but does it work?
The messages are clear: the full-scale invasion is a defensive war and patriotism means unquestionable loyalty.
March 21, 2026Ukraine-Hungary oil pipeline row threatens EU loan
Kyiv and Budapest disagree on how badly damaged a hub in western Ukraine bombed by Russia really is, as its oil flow remains suspended.
March 20, 2026Hungary's Orbán accused of disloyalty and blackmail over Ukraine loan veto
The Hungarian leader says a pipeline carrying Russian oil through Ukraine to Hungary must be repaired before any funds can be released.
March 20, 2026Russian drones hit two foreign-flagged ships in Ukraine's Odesa region, governor says - Reuters
Russian drones hit two foreign-flagged ships in Ukraine's Odesa region, governor says Reuters
March 20, 2026Russia, China and the US – the global winners and losers of the Iran war
As the conflict triggers economic disruption some risk being hit hard, while others stand to benefit.
March 20, 2026US issues new 30-day waiver for sale of Russian oil, adding Cuba, N.Korea exceptions - Reuters
US issues new 30-day waiver for sale of Russian oil, adding Cuba, N.Korea exceptions Reuters
March 19, 2026Russia to step up security for military officials after string of assassinations - Reuters
Russia to step up security for military officials after string of assassinations Reuters
March 19, 2026Russian archaeologist can be sent to Ukraine for trial, Polish judge rules
Archaeologist Alexander Butyagin is accused of conducting illegal excavations in Crimea - Ukraine's peninsula annexed by Russia.
March 18, 2026Damaged Russian LNG tanker has reached Libyan waters, Italy says - Reuters
Damaged Russian LNG tanker has reached Libyan waters, Italy says Reuters
March 18, 2026Italy warns Russian tanker could explode in Mediterranean at any time
Italy is one of nine EU countries urging the European Commission to act over the Arctic Metagaz, drifting out of control in the Mediterranean Sea.
March 17, 2026Water supply cut in Moldova after oil spill blamed on Russian strike in Ukraine
Moldova has imposed a 15-day state of alert in the Dniester river basin as a precaution.
March 17, 2026Turkey ready to host next round of Russia-Ukraine talks, Fidan tells Lavrov - Reuters
Turkey ready to host next round of Russia-Ukraine talks, Fidan tells Lavrov Reuters
March 17, 2026Russian attack damages energy, port infrastructure in Ukraine's south, governor says - Reuters
Russian attack damages energy, port infrastructure in Ukraine's south, governor says Reuters
March 17, 2026Mediterranean states say adrift Russian tanker poses 'imminent and serious' threat - Reuters
Mediterranean states say adrift Russian tanker poses 'imminent and serious' threat Reuters
March 16, 2026Russia has taken 12 settlements in Ukraine in first two weeks of March, top general says - Reuters
Russia has taken 12 settlements in Ukraine in first two weeks of March, top general says Reuters
March 16, 2026Russia agrees to stop using Kenyan recruits in Ukraine conflict, Kenya says
Some 1,000 Kenyans are believed to have recruited to fight in Ukraine - many say they were lured under false pretences.
March 16, 2026Asia shares wary, oil volatile as war drags on - Reuters
Asia shares wary, oil volatile as war drags on Reuters
March 16, 2026'Mr. Nobody Against Putin' wins best documentary feature Oscar - Reuters
'Mr. Nobody Against Putin' wins best documentary feature Oscar Reuters
March 16, 2026Sweden detains captain of Russian shadow fleet ship
The skipper of the Sea Owl One is suspected of producing forged documents when it was boarded by coast guard.
March 15, 2026African nations tiptoe around recruitment of citizens by Russian networks - Reuters
African nations tiptoe around recruitment of citizens by Russian networks Reuters
March 15, 2026Zelensky accuses EU allies of 'blackmail' in oil pipeline row
Volodymyr Zelensky says restoring the flow of Russian oil via Ukraine into the EU would be like lifting sanctions on Russia.
March 15, 2026Russia is supplying Iran with Shahed drones, Zelenskiy says - Reuters
Russia is supplying Iran with Shahed drones, Zelenskiy says Reuters
March 15, 2026Russia exploiting Iran war, Zelensky says after fresh bombardment
Volodymyr Zelensky cast concern over the supply of air-defence missiles after a heavy overnight attack kills at least five.
March 14, 2026Iran vows retaliation, Russia-Ukraine, Oscars and ant-smuggling - Reuters
Iran vows retaliation, Russia-Ukraine, Oscars and ant-smuggling Reuters
March 14, 2026EU extends sanctions against people over Russia's war against Ukraine - Reuters
EU extends sanctions against people over Russia's war against Ukraine Reuters
March 14, 2026Russian attacks cause casualties, injuries in Ukraine's Dnipropetrovsk, Zaporizhzhia regions, local officials say - Reuters
Russian attacks cause casualties, injuries in Ukraine's Dnipropetrovsk, Zaporizhzhia regions, local officials say Reuters
March 13, 2026Russia names great-granddaughter of Soviet leader Khrushchev as 'foreign agent' - Reuters
Russia names great-granddaughter of Soviet leader Khrushchev as 'foreign agent' Reuters
March 13, 2026Pentagon chief says he's eager for Trump ally to buy CNN as he blasts war coverage - Reuters
Pentagon chief says he's eager for Trump ally to buy CNN as he blasts war coverage Reuters
March 13, 2026Ukraine and allies fear easing Russian sanctions will prolong war
Ukraine's president says the US decision "certainly does not help achieve peace".
March 13, 2026Trump says Putin may be helping Iran a bit - Reuters
Trump says Putin may be helping Iran a bit Reuters
March 13, 2026Italy weighs options as damaged Russian LNG tanker drifts in the Mediterranean - Reuters
Italy weighs options as damaged Russian LNG tanker drifts in the Mediterranean Reuters
March 13, 2026Germany's Merz says easing Russia sanctions is wrong - Reuters
Germany's Merz says easing Russia sanctions is wrong Reuters
March 13, 2026US eases Russia oil sanctions as Iran war pushes up energy prices
Washington says a 30-day waiver is only for sanctioned Russian oil already loaded on vessels at sea.
March 13, 2026Trading Day: The destructive power of $100 oil - Reuters
Trading Day: The destructive power of $100 oil Reuters
March 12, 2026US and allies clash with Russia and China over Iran nuclear program - Reuters
US and allies clash with Russia and China over Iran nuclear program Reuters
March 12, 2026Nineteen jailed over deadly Moscow concert attack
Gunmen opened fire at Crocus City Concert hall near Moscow in 2024, killing 149 and injuring more than 500.
March 12, 2026EU reaffirms it will end or suspend Venice Biennale funding if Russia returns - Reuters
EU reaffirms it will end or suspend Venice Biennale funding if Russia returns Reuters
March 12, 2026Russia's Rosatom says it will stay in Iran despite war - Reuters
Russia's Rosatom says it will stay in Iran despite war Reuters
March 12, 2026US, Russian teams met in Florida and discussed 'variety of topics,' Witkoff says - Reuters
US, Russian teams met in Florida and discussed 'variety of topics,' Witkoff says Reuters
March 12, 2026Russia accuses Ukraine, Britain of 'terrorist attack' on border city - Reuters
Russia accuses Ukraine, Britain of 'terrorist attack' on border city Reuters
March 11, 2026Ukraine says it has hit Russian 'missile component' plant
Russia says the attack hit civilians and could not have been carried out without British help.
March 11, 2026Kremlin says it is in constant touch with Iranian leaders - Reuters
Kremlin says it is in constant touch with Iranian leaders Reuters
March 11, 2026Russian consulate in Iran's Isfahan damaged in strikes, spokeswoman says - Reuters
Russian consulate in Iran's Isfahan damaged in strikes, spokeswoman says Reuters
March 10, 2026Steve Rosenberg: Russia seeks diplomatic and economic gains from Iran war
President Putin pits himself as a potential mediator but that's not an easy sell, writes the BBC's Russia editor.
March 10, 2026Russia's deportation of Ukrainian children amounts to crime against humanity, UN says
Vladimir Putin's direct involvement in the forcible deportation of Ukrainian children has been visible from the outset, the UN says.
March 10, 2026Russia told Trump it isn't sharing US military asset info with Iran, says Witkoff - Reuters
Russia told Trump it isn't sharing US military asset info with Iran, says Witkoff Reuters
March 10, 2026Russia's deportations of Ukrainian children amount to crimes against humanity, UN inquiry finds - Reuters
Russia's deportations of Ukrainian children amount to crimes against humanity, UN inquiry finds Reuters
March 10, 2026Trump says he discussed Ukraine and Iran conflicts with Putin - Reuters
Trump says he discussed Ukraine and Iran conflicts with Putin Reuters
March 9, 2026Kremlin: Putin, in a phone call with Trump, shares proposals to end Iran war quickly - Reuters
Kremlin: Putin, in a phone call with Trump, shares proposals to end Iran war quickly Reuters
March 9, 2026US weighs easing Russian oil sanctions to cool global price surge, sources say - Reuters
US weighs easing Russian oil sanctions to cool global price surge, sources say Reuters
March 9, 2026Ukraine ready for new peace talks 'at any moment', Zelenskiy says - Reuters
Ukraine ready for new peace talks 'at any moment', Zelenskiy says Reuters
March 9, 2026Russian strike on Kharkiv apartment block kills seven
Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky says ten other people - including children - are injured as rescuers continue to search through rubble.
March 7, 2026Putin calls for immediate halt to Iran conflict - Reuters
Putin calls for immediate halt to Iran conflict Reuters
March 7, 2026Russia hits Ukraine with drones, missiles, kills at least seven in Kharkiv - Reuters
Russia hits Ukraine with drones, missiles, kills at least seven in Kharkiv Reuters
March 7, 2026Trump demands 'unconditional surrender' from Iran as Putin speaks with Iran's president
The president also calls on Tehran to pick new leaders who are "acceptable" to the White House after six days of war.
March 7, 2026As war spreads, airline pilots contend with drones, missiles - and stress - Reuters
As war spreads, airline pilots contend with drones, missiles - and stress Reuters
March 7, 2026Armed robots take to the battlefield in Ukraine war
Ukraine has embarked on a programme to deploy armed robots on the battlefield against Russian forces.
March 7, 2026US could lift sanctions on more Russian oil, says Bessent - Reuters
US could lift sanctions on more Russian oil, says Bessent Reuters
March 6, 2026Scenes from a week of war - Reuters
Scenes from a week of war Reuters
March 6, 2026Russia is providing Iran intelligence to target US forces, Washington Post reports - Reuters
Russia is providing Iran intelligence to target US forces, Washington Post reports Reuters
March 6, 2026Finland plans to lift decades-old ban on hosting nuclear weapons
The government says the nation's defence environment has "significantly changed" since Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
March 5, 2026Isolated and under fire: Iran strikes out as Russia and China stand aside - Reuters
Isolated and under fire: Iran strikes out as Russia and China stand aside Reuters
March 5, 2026Watershed moment as Russia's sporting exile ends
Sports Editor Dan Roan analyses Russia's controversial return to global sporting action at the Winter Paralympics and what it might mean for other sports.
March 4, 2026Russia may halt gas supplies to Europe amid Iran energy spike, Putin says - Reuters
Russia may halt gas supplies to Europe amid Iran energy spike, Putin says Reuters
March 4, 2026Trump's Iran attack rattles Russian hardliners who call for Putin to double down on war in Ukraine - Reuters
Trump's Iran attack rattles Russian hardliners who call for Putin to double down on war in Ukraine Reuters
March 3, 2026Russian-flagged sanctioned LNG tanker on fire in the Mediterranean, crew fate unknown – sources - Reuters
Russian-flagged sanctioned LNG tanker on fire in the Mediterranean, crew fate unknown – sources Reuters
March 3, 2026Russia raises alarm over conflict's impact on Bushehr nuclear plant in Iran - Reuters
Russia raises alarm over conflict's impact on Bushehr nuclear plant in Iran Reuters
March 3, 2026Putin will convey Arab concerns to Iran about attacks on oil infrastructure, Kremlin says - Reuters
Putin will convey Arab concerns to Iran about attacks on oil infrastructure, Kremlin says Reuters
March 3, 2026Russia says war could backfire by spurring Iran and Arab nations to seek nuclear weapons - Reuters
Russia says war could backfire by spurring Iran and Arab nations to seek nuclear weapons Reuters
March 3, 2026Russians in Iran can leave via Turkmenistan, Russian embassy says - Reuters
Russians in Iran can leave via Turkmenistan, Russian embassy says Reuters
March 2, 2026Putin will relay UAE president's complaints about Iranian strikes to Tehran, Kremlin says - Reuters
Putin will relay UAE president's complaints about Iranian strikes to Tehran, Kremlin says Reuters
March 2, 2026About 500 Russians to be evacuated from Iran via Azerbaijan, says Russian embassy - Reuters
About 500 Russians to be evacuated from Iran via Azerbaijan, says Russian embassy Reuters
March 1, 2026Putin slams killing of Iran's Khamenei but offers little beyond condolences so far - Reuters
Putin slams killing of Iran's Khamenei but offers little beyond condolences so far Reuters
March 1, 2026Kyiv says Russia accepted US plan for Ukraine security guarantees - Reuters
Kyiv says Russia accepted US plan for Ukraine security guarantees Reuters
February 28, 2026Exclusive: Druzhba pipeline carried Ukrainian and Russian oil before attack, sources say - Reuters
Exclusive: Druzhba pipeline carried Ukrainian and Russian oil before attack, sources say Reuters
February 27, 2026At least 55 Ghanaians killed in Russia-Ukraine war, minister says
This is the highest number of confirmed casualties from a single African country in the Ukraine-Russia war.
February 27, 2026Drone jammed near French aircraft carrier was probably Russian, says Sweden
Sweden's defence minister says there is likely a "strong link" between the drone and a Russian naval vessel in the area.
February 27, 2026The AI videos supercharging Russia's online disinformation campaigns
Security experts have warned that Western governments are poorly equipped to counter a new frontier of online disinformation.
February 27, 2026Russia says local truce established to enable repairs at Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant - Reuters
Russia says local truce established to enable repairs at Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant Reuters
February 27, 2026Morning Bid: AI woes and 'open war' - Reuters
Morning Bid: AI woes and 'open war' Reuters
February 27, 2026Kenyan charged with luring young men to fight for Russia in Ukraine
A total of 1,000 Kenyans have reportedly been recruited to fight for Russia in its war against Ukraine.
February 26, 2026US threatens to cut off Swiss bank MBaer from financial system over alleged Iran, Russia, Venezuela ties - Reuters
US threatens to cut off Swiss bank MBaer from financial system over alleged Iran, Russia, Venezuela ties Reuters
February 26, 2026Russia and Ukraine exchange more than 1,000 soldiers' bodies
Russia's announcement comes as Ukraine's top negotiator met US peace envoys in Geneva.
February 26, 2026Russia eyes higher Urals oil exports to China amid Indian cutbacks, traders say - Reuters
Russia eyes higher Urals oil exports to China amid Indian cutbacks, traders say Reuters
February 26, 2026Russia says sending British troops to Ukraine would prolong war, not end it - Reuters
Russia says sending British troops to Ukraine would prolong war, not end it Reuters
February 26, 2026Senate Democrats blast Trump for failing to use sanctions to pressure Russia - Reuters
Senate Democrats blast Trump for failing to use sanctions to pressure Russia Reuters
February 24, 2026UN chief calls Ukraine war 'a stain on our collective conscience' - Reuters
UN chief calls Ukraine war 'a stain on our collective conscience' Reuters
February 24, 2026Ukraine remembers its dead as war enters a fifth year
Events were held across Ukraine to mark four years since Russia launched its full-scale invasion.
February 24, 2026Russia accuses Ukraine of seeking to acquire nuclear weapon with help from UK and France - Reuters
Russia accuses Ukraine of seeking to acquire nuclear weapon with help from UK and France Reuters
February 24, 2026Ukraine denies 'absurd' Russian claims on nuclear weapons - Reuters
Ukraine denies 'absurd' Russian claims on nuclear weapons Reuters
February 24, 2026Ramaphosa thanks Putin for release of South Africans lured into Russia-Ukraine war
The men believed they were going to Russia for training as bodyguards but ended up on the front line.
February 24, 2026South Africa says most of a group of 17 men lured into fighting for Russia set to return home - Reuters
South Africa says most of a group of 17 men lured into fighting for Russia set to return home Reuters
February 24, 2026Kremlin says Ukraine conflict has evolved into a much wider confrontation with the West - Reuters
Kremlin says Ukraine conflict has evolved into a much wider confrontation with the West Reuters
February 24, 2026'Anyone who runs is shot': Watch Russian soldiers describe killings of troops who refuse orders
The men, who are on the run, told of the horrors they witnessed on the Russian side of the front lines in Ukraine.
February 24, 2026Russia soldiers tell BBC they saw fellow troops executed on commanders' orders
Four men expose the horror and brutality of conditions in the Ukraine war, with two saying they saw soldiers being shot for refusing orders.
February 24, 2026US meeting Russian and Chinese delegations for nuclear arms control talks, official says - Reuters
US meeting Russian and Chinese delegations for nuclear arms control talks, official says Reuters
February 23, 2026Ukraine negotiator tells BBC how it feels to sit across table from Russia
Sergiy Kyslytsya is among those trying to negotiate an end to the conflict, which is entering its fifth year.
February 23, 2026Ukrainian drones hit facility for Druzhba oil pipeline in Russia, Kyiv says - Reuters
Ukrainian drones hit facility for Druzhba oil pipeline in Russia, Kyiv says Reuters
February 23, 2026EU adds eight Russian officials to human rights sanctions list - Reuters
EU adds eight Russian officials to human rights sanctions list Reuters
February 23, 2026Ukraine touts recapture of eight settlements in rare battlefield success - Reuters
Ukraine touts recapture of eight settlements in rare battlefield success Reuters
February 23, 2026EU not likely to agree on Russian sanctions on Monday, Kallas says - Reuters
EU not likely to agree on Russian sanctions on Monday, Kallas says Reuters
February 23, 2026Four years into its full-scale war in Ukraine, Russia is feeling the effects
Steve Rosenberg reports on the economic consequences of Russia's war, and how people are coping.
February 23, 2026South Korea urges Russian embassy to remove 'victory' banner as Ukraine war anniversary nears - Reuters
South Korea urges Russian embassy to remove 'victory' banner as Ukraine war anniversary nears Reuters
February 23, 2026Zelensky tells BBC Putin has started WW3 and must be stopped
Ukraine's president sat down with the BBC's Jeremy Bowen in Kyiv days before the four-year anniversary of the war.
February 22, 2026Power restored to most households in Ukraine's Russia-controlled Zaporizhzhia region - Reuters
Power restored to most households in Ukraine's Russia-controlled Zaporizhzhia region Reuters
February 22, 2026Iran agreed secret shoulder-fired missile deal with Russia, FT reports - Reuters
Iran agreed secret shoulder-fired missile deal with Russia, FT reports Reuters
February 22, 2026Russian Nepryaeva disqualified from women's 50km cross-country for taking wrong skis - Reuters
Russian Nepryaeva disqualified from women's 50km cross-country for taking wrong skis Reuters
February 22, 2026Hungary to block new EU sanctions on Russia over Ukraine pipeline dispute - Reuters
Hungary to block new EU sanctions on Russia over Ukraine pipeline dispute Reuters
February 22, 2026Russia hits Ukraine energy infrastructure with major missile, drone strikes, Kyiv says - Reuters
Russia hits Ukraine energy infrastructure with major missile, drone strikes, Kyiv says Reuters
February 22, 2026Russian missile strikes Oreo factory in Ukraine, foreign minister says - Reuters
Russian missile strikes Oreo factory in Ukraine, foreign minister says Reuters
February 22, 2026Morning Bid: Oil engulfed - Reuters
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February 20, 2026Eight feared dead after a bus with Chinese tourists sinks into Russia's Lake Baikal - Reuters
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February 20, 2026Over 5,000 women, girls killed in Ukraine since 2022, says UN - Reuters
<a href="https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMingFBVV95cUxOZjRUYWlMUzdTcWlIUGIwcnZHLU13Rkd6MmJFRVg1aUxtNjJUODdUcTBsMWhweUFXZXp0Z3hzZjN4ODFvVThQMGFVdWRBc3FBLV92bnJubmNEbEs1QVBKOXljamVWeWNFWXVIT05MMlJ1RnNwRU05eFZ6QUFFNWE4MWJoYjFxZ25tWjRMdEUwQi10SXJ4aU1pdUd0b3pQZw?oc=5" target="_blank">Over 5,000 women, girls killed in Ukraine since 2022, says UN</a> <font color="#6f6f6f">Reuters</font>
February 20, 2026Dollar headed for best week in four months as geopolitics loom over markets - Reuters
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February 20, 2026Ukraine Paralympians to boycott opening ceremony
Ukraine's Winter Paralympics team will boycott the event's opening ceremony next month after Russian and Belarusian athletes were invited to compete under their national flags.
February 20, 2026Trump mixes diplomacy and flattery at peace board meeting - Reuters
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