Putin told Pashinyan that Armenia’s move toward EU membership would effectively mean leaving the EAEU, sharpening a dispute over the country’s economic alignment.
Ilya Remeslo, former pro-Kremlin blogger turned critic, detained amid investigation for spreading fake news about Russian military, facing up to 10 years in custody.
Russia permits people missing limbs to drive buses, trams, and trucks, expanding employment opportunities for war veterans and leveraging automation advancements.
Ukrainian President Zelensky's first Serbia visit since the war includes talks with President Vučić to boost economic ties and discuss security amid complex Russia-Europe dynamics.
Russia deploys the large anti-submarine ship Admiral Levchenko from the Northern Fleet to the Baltic Sea near Germany, replacing Severomorsk to protect maritime logistics.
The EU Commission has recommended revoking €2M funding from the Venice Biennale due to Russia’s participation, citing breaches of democratic values and EU sanctions.
Russian ballistic missile strikes on Kyiv injured six as air raid warnings were delayed. The attacks reflect escalating conflict with significant civilian and infrastructural damage.
Fuel prices in Crimea nearly doubled in early July amid Russia's domestic supply shortages and export restrictions, with prices rising 78.4% on average for the week.
Russia permits circulation of higher-sulfur Euro-3 fuels domestically until 2026 to address fuel shortages caused by refinery strikes and supply disruptions.
Bulgaria intends to veto the EU's latest sanctions package against Russia, citing threats to its economy and energy sector, notably concerns over Lukoil's operations.
The EU initiates discreet talks with the Kremlin aiming to pave the way for future Ukraine peace negotiations amid changing war and economic conditions.
Ukrainian President Zelensky engaged with Trump's envoys on advancing diplomatic efforts to end the Ukraine war amid ongoing high-level talks with European leaders.
Ukraine urges the UN to ban Russian troops from peacekeeping roles due to documented sexual crimes, calling for Russia's withdrawal from the UN amid ongoing conflict.
Armenia’s ruling party leads parliamentary elections amid opposition disputes and Russia’s trade restrictions, signaling geopolitical shifts that may impact regional markets.
Ukrainian drones attacked Russia's Leningrad region hours before the St. Petersburg Economic Forum, prompting air defense responses and airport restrictions.
Russia launched overnight drone and missile strikes on Ukrainian cities, causing multiple deaths, injuries, and widespread damage amid heightened conflict.
NATO confirms the drone that crashed into a Romanian residential building is Russian-made, intensifying regional security concerns near the Ukraine border.
Putin warns Armenia of tariff hikes and work restrictions if it leaves the Eurasian Economic Union amid rising tensions over the country’s EU integration efforts.
Investigations reveal Western governesses teach foreign languages to Vladimir Putin’s alleged children, with annual costs reaching hundreds of thousands of dollars.
Russia and the Taliban have signed a military-technical cooperation deal, signaling potential arms transfers and expanded strategic ties between Moscow and Kabul.
The EU delays appointing a negotiator for talks with Russia, focusing first on clarifying goals and increasing sanctions pressure amid the Ukraine conflict.
Russia warns Armenia that closer EU ties risk ending duty-free gas and oil supplies, threatening Armenia’s energy security and strategic cooperation with Moscow.
Kremlin refuses to forward Cannes winner Zvyagintsev’s anti-war appeal, illustrating the widespread silencing of dissenting voices among millions of Russians.
Senior Kremlin officials warned President Putin against harsher internet restrictions amid economic losses and rising public dissatisfaction in Russia.
Russian missile strikes on May 24 inflicted severe damage on Kyiv’s National Chernobyl Museum and multiple cultural sites, with up to 40% of exhibits lost and several institutions forced to close temporarily.
Russian drone strikes hit Kyiv causing casualties and fires, with possible use of the 'Oreshnik' ballistic missile raising escalation concerns in Ukraine conflict.
EU foreign policy chief Kaya Kallas warns that Russia, China, and the US use divide-and-rule tactics to weaken European Union unity, urging member states to maintain collective strength.
Putin's decree simplifies Russian citizenship for Transnistrian residents by removing language and history exam requirements, affecting regional market and geopolitical dynamics.
Ukraine has escalated its deep-strike capabilities and regained territory, shifting momentum decisively against Russia in the ongoing conflict.
Germany considers President Steinmeier as EU representative for peace talks with Russia, amid skepticism over Putin's proposal to appoint Schröder alone.
Putin favors former German Chancellor Gerhard Schröder as the EU's negotiator for ending the Ukraine conflict, signaling Moscow's readiness for peace talks under respectful terms.
Russia and Ukraine use the May 9-11 ceasefire to rotate troops and prepare offensives, while limited attacks continue amid efforts for prisoner exchange.
EU leaders coordinate potential talks with Russia amid ongoing tensions, while Moscow shows no clear readiness for serious negotiations.
Despite Ukraine's unilateral ceasefire starting May 6, Russian forces continued attacks in multiple regions, intensifying conflict ahead of Victory Day celebrations.
Moscow’s May 9 Victory Day parade will omit military vehicles for the first time in years due to operational security concerns amid heightened regional tensions.
King Charles III visits the US amid US-UK tensions over Iran conflict and NATO, meeting former President Trump and addressing Congress in a bid to restore ties.
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban declines parliamentary seat post-election, focusing on party leadership amid incoming new government led by Peter Marki-Zay.
President Trump says Putin’s attendance at the 2026 G20 summit in Miami would be beneficial but is uncertain about Russia’s official invitation and participation.
Turkey is actively working to resume peace talks between Russia and Ukraine, positioning itself as a key diplomatic intermediary amidst escalating regional conflicts.