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US pressuring Ukraine to hold elections soon – Reuters
The Americans are “in a hurry” to persuade Vladimir Zelensky to organize the vote, a report says
Feb 7, 2026 00:55
OSCE officials arrive in Moscow for ‘dialogue’ on Ukraine
Russian officials have said the organization has been used by the West as a tool for “hybrid war and coercion”
Feb 5, 2026 20:55
Freed Russians return from Ukraine after prisoner exchange (VIDEOS)
Released soldiers and civilians have arrived in Belarus following the latest swap between Moscow and Kiev
Feb 5, 2026 18:59
Why Trump administration takes ‘Russophobic steps’ Exclusive
The current administration must balance appeasing its European allies and Russophobes at home while pursuing its economic interests, Sergey Lavrov has said
Feb 5, 2026 17:56
Russia ready to collaborate with US – Lavrov Exclusive
The policies of the two countries won’t always coincide, but relations must not be allowed to slide into conflict, the Russian foreign minister has told RT
Feb 5, 2026 14:48
Idea of strategically defeating Russia an ‘illusion’ – Lavrov to RT Exclusive
The Russian foreign minister believes that some Western leaders are changing their tune
Feb 5, 2026 14:30
Russia doubts ‘bright future’ for US economic ties – Lavrov Exclusive
Washington has teased “enormous deals” with Moscow after the Ukraine conflict ends
Feb 5, 2026 14:02
Russia and Ukraine exchange dozens of POWs
Three civilian hostages abducted in Kursk Region were among the repatriated Russian nationals
Feb 5, 2026 12:10
Dozens of Ukrainian MPs seeking to quit – lawmaker
The country already has fewer MPs than at any point in history, Maryana Bezuglaya has said
Feb 5, 2026 11:02
Trump envoy hails ‘detailed and productive’ US-Russia-Ukraine talks
Moscow and Kiev have reportedly agreed to exchange 314 captives following the second round of US-mediated consultations in Abu Dhabi
Feb 5, 2026 10:40
Zelensky interview exposes contradiction on Ukraine war dead tally
Media outlets suspect Kiev of falsifying figures to withhold up to $30 billion in compensation to the families of killed soldiers
Feb 5, 2026 09:16
European warmongers seeking to derail Ukraine peace talks – Putin envoy
Increased attempts to hinder a settlement are an indication of progress in diplomacy, Kirill Dmitriev has said
Feb 5, 2026 08:17
Iran escalation could blow up entire Middle East – Lavrov Exclusive
Moscow is offering to play a role if Washington and Tehran strike a deal, the Russian foreign minister has said
Feb 5, 2026 07:00
Russia hosts civil aviation and drone expo (VIDEO)
The organizers say more than 200 companies from Russia, China, Iran, and Belarus are showcasing their products
Feb 5, 2026 00:53
Western troop plans for Ukraine are ‘dead’ – Russian envoy to UK
Ambassador Andrey Kelin has said Moscow would treat NATO soldiers on the ground as a security threat
Feb 4, 2026 23:02
Peace won’t save Ukraine: What comes after the war may be worse FEATURE
History suggests the country’s physically and mentally decimated population is in for years of prolonged social strife
Feb 4, 2026 20:48
New START treaty ending – Moscow
Russia has not received any formal response from the US on renewing the compact
Feb 4, 2026 18:32
Zelensky thinks about nothing except his own ‘survival’ – Lavrov to RT Exclusive
The Ukrainian leader is not interested in peace, as any agreement would end his political career, Sergey Lavrov has told the network in an exclusive interview
Feb 4, 2026 18:04
Almost half of Ukrainians want government out after war ends – poll
Only about a quarter of respondents genuinely support Vladimir Zelensky, the survey authors have claimed
Feb 4, 2026 16:15
Moscow warns West against ‘military intervention’ in Ukraine
Foreign troops would be treated as “legitimate targets” if deployed to the country, Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova has said
Feb 4, 2026 14:26
NATO prepares Ukraine for the politics of defeat ANALYSIS
Mark Rutte’s Kiev visit highlights the gap between the military bloc’s plans and Russian red lines
Feb 4, 2026 11:03
Power outages in Russian region after Ukrainian attack – governor
Drone and artillery strikes have caused severe damage to Belgorod’s energy infrastructure, disrupting utilities, Vyacheslav Gladkov has said
Feb 4, 2026 10:03
Ukraine strikes Russian homes with US-made missiles – governor
HIMARS rockets were used in the latest cross-border strikes on Bryansk Region, Aleksandr Bogomaz has said
Feb 4, 2026 08:39
Russia and Ukraine holding new Abu Dhabi talks: What you need to know EXPLAINER
The US has returned to the table, as territorial disputes persist
Feb 4, 2026 08:38

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