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Foreign Secretary William Hague: We condemn any act of aggression against Ukraine

Russian President wins backing of parliament for troop deployment in neighbouring Ukraine.

As Russian troops reported on ground, President Obama warns Moscow of "destabilising" consequences of military action.

On 23 February 2014, Russia's Sochi Winter Olympics Medal Tally was first with a total of 13 Gold, 11 Silver and nine Bronze, with Norway coming second and Canada third in the medal table. Russia's neighbour and close ally, Belarus, won a very respectable five Gold. Russia can take much satisfaction in staging a very successful Games.

Viktor Yanukovich has claimed that his luxurious mansion, which held a zoo and a converted ship restaurant, was 'really old' and 'needed renovations'.

Russia says Black Sea Fleet operations are as per international regulations but insists Moscow's interests will be protected.

Ex-president Viktor Yanukovich expected to speak publicly in Russia's Rostov-on-Don for first time after revolution

Nato's top military commander has declared that no contingency plans have been made by US or NATO if Russia invades Crimea.

The sequel of the The Next Assassins Creed game might be set in Russia or England.

Moscow accuses EU and US of 'power grabbing'.

Bunker located in Volnovakha in Donetsk region, Yanukovich's stronghold.

The Qualifying Draw for the Euro 2016 will take place in France on Sunday. Find out how to follow the draw live in UK.

Moscow will fight to protect Russian diaspora and strategic naval base if Ukraine crisis spills into neighbouring territory.

F1 chief supports Russian leader over outlawing of homosexual propaganda.

EU foreign ministers decide on Ukraine sanctions at emergency meeting in Brussels.

Ukrainian president calls for Moscow's direct intervention amid EU sanctions over unrest.

Protest group Pussy Riot give first interview since being detained at Sochi Winter Olympics.

EXCLUSIVE: Kiev correspondent of Russia Today tells IBTimes UK civil war has already started in Ukraine.

A new report shows that cybercriminals are increasingly targeting victims depending on where they live in the world.

Shocking video shows live ammunition is being used by government snipers in Kiev unrest.

Fierce clashes between protesters and police kill three and injure 150, according to opposition sources

Law prohibits underwear containing less than 6% cotton being imported, made or sold in Russia, Belarus and Kazakhstan.

As XXII Olympic Winter Games are under way in Russia, IBTimes UK takes a look at some stunning pictures.

Biggest Moscow-Cairo weapons deal as post-Morsi regime seen leaning towards Russia.

Competitors' dreams come to a crashing end at the Winter Olympics.

Olga Graf laughs off her wardrobe malfunction

Our pick of the competitors least unlikely to pick up a medal at the Sochi Winter Olympics.

Gunman goes on rampage in a cathedral on the Russian island of Sakhalin, killing a nun and a churchgoer and wounding six others.

Russian Deputy Prime Minister Dmitry Kozak says surveillance in place, but remarks later withdrawn.

Russia banned bitcoin and Cyprus warned consumers about its risks.