MOSCOW

The UN also accused pro-Russian separatist groups of torture in the conflict-ridden Donbass region.

The account @DarthPutinKGB was taken offline sparking fears Twitter was responding to Russian government pressure.

Savchenko was imprisoned in Russia for nearly two years before Vladimir Putin granted her release.

General Sir Richard Shirreff called on the West to act to 'avert a potential catastrophe'.

Police said up to 200 people were involved and two victims were hit by a car.

Parade marking 75th anniversary of Allied world war victory saw military show off new weapons and equipment.

Minister Tobias Ellwood said Vladimir Putin told him Peake would not be left on the ISS.

Security service claims terrorists were found in possession of weapons and explosives.

About 20 protesters of the People's Liberation Front nationalist movement had gathered outside the event venue.

Kremlin-backed media have pounced on reports claiming conspiracy behind airline tragedy.

If you love British literary works and if you are in Russia – this year is for you.

The latest instalment of the Divinity series shows the Russian president keen to restore a lost empire.

In his annual Q&A, the Russian president fielded questions on the economy and foreign policy.

Medinsky told IBTimes UK corruption allegations in the leaked documents damaged the west more than Russia.

No one else was injured according to Russian news agencies.

Forensic investigation begins after city workers find what appears to be human remains.

Five reasons that could make you 'Putinphobic'.

Dozens of arrests in Montenegro and Russia of members highlight how Japanese cult has resurfaced in Europe.

Japanese cult, responsible for deadly sarin nerve gas attack on Tokyo metro in 1995, has 30,000 members in Russia.

He is described as the Russian president's best friend, whom he has known for decades.

Emergency services evacuated 50 people from the building.