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NATO seeks new chief and women top candidates' list
After Brexit a British leader might not be welcomed by some EU capitals.
Ukraine plays down Russian invasion fears as US sounds alarm
Kyiv -- backed up by some European allies -- has consistently sought to play down fears of an imminent attack.
Ukraine crisis reveals growing Republican rift on Russia
Republicans have been breaking with conservative orthodoxy to complain loudly that the United States should have no role in the crisis.
US orders departure of its diplomats' families from Kyiv
The State Department already advises against all travel to Ukraine because of the possibility of a Russian invasion.
Russian gas supplies to Europe under scrutiny
Some European states, such as Poland and Ukraine, have accused Moscow and Russian energy company Gazprom of cutting gas supplies to Europe
Putin warns West of military measures over Ukraine threats
Despite hinting at conflict, Putin insisted Russia wanted to avoid "bloodshed"
German Defence Minister says Russia cannot 'dictate' to NATO
The West has threatened Russia with harsh sanctions should its soldiers enter Ukraine.
EU threatens Russia sanctions as NATO backs Ukraine
On Thursday, the EU leaders agreed to renew for six months existing economic sanctions imposed on Russia in 2014
Biden warns Putin of unprecedented sanctions if Ukraine attacked
Biden said that in addition to economic measures, a new Russian attack on Ukraine would trigger a bolstered US military presence
Poles fire tear gas, water cannon at migrants on Belarus border
Belarusian foreign ministry spokesman Anataoly Glaz accused Poland of exacerbating the problem.
Polish PM accuses Putin of masterminding Belarus migrant 'attack'
Thousands of migrants have crossed or attempted to cross from Belarus into the eastern EU member states of Latvia, Lithuania and Poland in recent months.
Vladimir Putin says 'monstrous' West teaching kids they can change their gender is 'crime against humanity'
Putin said such teachings are "close to a crime against humanity dressed up in the name and under the flag of progress."
Queen Elizabeth II caught on microphone calling world leaders 'irritating'
The monarch also appeared to be proud of her grandson Prince William for recently slamming billionaires' space race.
World leaders scramble to limit 'Pandora Papers' damage
The ICIJ found links between almost 1,000 companies in offshore havens and 336 high-level politicians and public officials.
Russia threatens YouTube after suspension of German RT channels
The channel has been banned in several countries, including the ex-Soviet republics of Lithuania and Latvia.
Russia opposition claims mass fraud after Putin party sweeps vote
The gathering organised by members of the communist party was monitored by the police but there were no immediate detentions.
US, Russia seek to ease tensions in first meeting under Biden
Biden and Putin have agreed in principle to hold their first summit
Prince Michael of Kent, cousin of Queen Elizabeth II, accused of selling access to Putin
Prince Michael of Kent was the first member of the royal family to learn Russian, of which he is a qualified interpreter.
Putin warns West of 'red line' as thousands protest to back Navalny
A group of UN rights experts expressed alarm Wednesday over his deteriorating health.
Russia fines TikTok over calls for minors to join protests
Moscow regularly fines foreign internet companies like Twitter, Facebook and Google for failing to comply with its legislation.
US says Russia poisoned Navalny, imposes sanctions
Officials said that the United States would impose sanctions on "seven senior members of the Russian government"
US extends new START nuclear treaty with Russia as rifts rise
The Russian foreign ministry welcomed the extension of New START and said it hoped Biden was turning the page on the "destructive US policy" of ending arms control measures.
Russian billionaire Arkady says he owns 'Putin palace'
Russian state television on Friday rejected claims that the property was owned by Putin and dismissed reports that it had an aquatic disco, showing an empty fountain at the purported site.
Far from Moscow, disenchantment with Putin starts to show
The jailing of Navalny after the attempt on his life proved the last straw for many.
Sputnik Vaccine aims to bolster Russia's geopolitical influence
Russia confirmed an agreement with the Indian pharmaceutical group Hetero for the production of over 100 million doses per year.
Bolsonaro beams as Putin praises his 'masculinity'
Despite Putin's praise, public health experts have sharply criticized Bolsonaro's handling of Covid-19.
Will Vladimir Putin step down next year amid reports of growing health concerns?
Russian President Vladimir Putin's spokesperson has quashed claims that the former is preparing for a political exit early next year.
Global stocks surge, dollar slumps as Americans head to polls
The United States is in dire need of a fresh rescue package as the disease flares up again.
Despite setbacks, Russia still leans towards Trump: Analysts
The US director of national intelligence accused Russia and Iran of obtaining US voter information and taking actions to influence public opinion.
Putin invites Armenia, Azerbaijan foreign ministers for peace talks
Turkey's strong backing for Azerbaijan has sown fears in the West that the conflict could spiral into a full-blown war embroiling Ankara with Moscow.