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The role of Belarus' Lukashenko in resolving the Russia-Wagner Group conflict
Wednesday, June 28, 2023
A major player in resolving the dispute between the Wagner Group and the Russian state over the weekend was Belarus' leader Alexander Lukashenko.
Putin addresses Russians after Wagner Group's failed uprising
Tuesday, June 27, 2023
In a short speech, Putin talked about the mutiny and said he was always in charge. Russian authorities have dropped the charges against the mercenary leader and others involved in the brief rebellion.
What's next for Putin's rule and the war in Ukraine
Monday, June 26, 2023
The private military contractor Wagner Group launched a brief uprising this weekend, raising big questions about the Russian military and the conduct of the "special military operation" in Ukraine.
The Wagner group retreated from its 'march on justice' in Russia, ending the rebellion
Sunday, June 25, 2023
The so called "march for justice" on Moscow has been halted, and Wagner mercenaries are returning to base, their leader exiled - we get the latest from our correspondent in Russia's capital.
Wagner chief aborts march on Moscow
Saturday, June 24, 2023
Wagner mercenaries have halted their march on Moscow and agreed to return to their bases in Ukraine, to avoid what the Wagner chief described as "inevitable bloodshed."
Wagner Group chief says his mercenaries will halt their march on Moscow
Saturday, June 24, 2023
Yevgeny Prigozhin posted a message on social media claiming Wagner troops have agreed to stand down and return to bases. The Kremlin said the criminal case against Prigozhin will be dropped.
Putin is denouncing the private military Wagner group after it said it was rebelling
Saturday, June 24, 2023
The latest on a developing situation in Russia involving the high-profile leader of a mercenary group that's been key in Russia's war effort in Ukraine.
Putin accuses Wagner Group of a treasonous 'military uprising' in Russia
Saturday, June 24, 2023
Russia's Defense Ministry says Wagner mercenaries are marching on Moscow. Wagner head Yevgeny Prigozhin has been formally charged with "inciting an armed revolt" by Russia's Federal Security Bureau.
Alexey Navalny is one of many Kremlin opposition activists getting lengthy sentences
Saturday, June 17, 2023
Russia's crackdown on opposition activists continues.
An associate of Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny is sentenced to prison for extremism
Friday, June 16, 2023
Lilia Chanysheva was sentenced to 7 1/2 years in prison in the latest in a series of lengthy prison terms handed down to Kremlin political opponents. Women are increasingly singled out for repression.
Dam destruction in Ukraine threatens floods
Tuesday, June 06, 2023
In Ukraine, a major dam has been breached, threatening towns and cities in the country's south with floods. Russia and Ukraine are blaming each other for the destruction.
Russian authorities reported several drone attacks on the capital Moscow
Tuesday, May 30, 2023
Russia launched a pre-dawn air raid on Ukraine's capital Tuesday, killing at least one person while Moscow authorities said the Russian capital was attacked by drones.
Russia reports several drone strikes on Moscow buildings as Kyiv is attacked again
Tuesday, May 30, 2023
Explosions were reported in several districts of Moscow and outlying regions of the city Tuesday as Russia launched a pre-dawn air raid on Ukraine's capital Tuesday that killed at least one person.
Russia's long-held influence over former Soviet republics is starting to fade
Saturday, May 27, 2023
While Russia is bogged down militarily by its invasion of Ukraine, there are signs that Moscow's long-held influence over the southern Caucasus is fading.
A Russian court has extended Evan Gershkovich's detention until the end of August
Tuesday, May 23, 2023
A Russian court extended the detention of Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich for another three months on Tuesday. The American journalist faces unsubstantiated charges of espionage.
The Ukraine grain deal is extended 2 months, helping ease the global food crisis
Wednesday, May 17, 2023
An agreement allowing Ukrainian grain to ship through the Black Sea has been extended for two months just a day before its expiration — overcoming Russia's threats to pull out of the deal.
Putin assails West for unleashing 'real war' against Russia, as it marks Victory Day
Tuesday, May 09, 2023
Russia's Victory Day ceremony was scaled back this year, amid the war in Ukraine.
Russia marks Victory Day — although celebrations are scaled back
Tuesday, May 09, 2023
The annual event commemorates the Soviet Union's victory over Nazi Germany in World War Two. But it's hard to watch without thinking about that other war — Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
Russia alleges Ukraine tried to attack the Kremlin in a Putin assassination attempt
Wednesday, May 03, 2023
Russia said Ukraine tried to attack the Kremlin with drones in an alleged attempt to kill President Vladimir Putin. Ukraine denies it, accusing Moscow of using this to justify a war escalation.
Russia says its air force accidentally bombed its own city near Ukraine
Friday, April 21, 2023
A Russian fighter jet had an "accidental discharge" of its payload over the Russian city of Belgorod on Thursday, according to Russia's Defense Ministry, causing injuries and damaging buildings.