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Ukraine war briefing: Putin orders army expansion as Zelenskyy says more North Koreans to be deployed in Russia
Russian President Vladimir Putin has ordered an expansion of the country's army, citing mounting casualties in the Ukraine war. Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy reports an increase in North Korean troops in Russia.
Progressive Charlestown: Vladimir Putin
Putin's actions in Ukraine are being compared to US actions, raising concerns about precedent.
Victory will be ours Putin
Russian President Vladimir Putin says the country's people cannot be intimidated or defeated, citing the outcome of recent parliamentary elections.
Alexey Navalnys death is the latest: Family demands return of Putin critics mutilated body found in morgue
Alexey Navalny's death has sparked a demand for the return of his body from a Russian morgue by his family, who accuse authorities of hiding it.
Putin in China: Xi Jinping welcomes the Russian president
Russian President Vladimir Putin visited China on a two-day state visit, where he was welcomed by Chinese President Xi Jinping.
Putin signs decree adding 15,500 troops to Russian army
Putin has signed a decree to increase the size of the Russian army.
A short-term rebellion by Russian mercenaries could have long-term consequences for Putin
A brief uprising by Russian mercenaries led by Yevgeny Prigozhin has weakened President Vladimir Putin's image.
Ukraine defends from frontline, Putin talks nuclear weapons on war anniversary
Ukrainian forces have repelled Russian offensives along the front line, while President Vladimir Putin has announced plans to deploy new Sarmat multi-warhead intercontinental ballistic missiles and suspended Russia's participation in the START nuclear arms control treaty.
Do svidaniya Putin - Nassau Weekly
Russian voters are to cast ballots to confirm Dmitry Anatolyevich Medvedev as Vladimir Putin's chosen successor.
Russia issues chilling war threat to Europe as major Putin ally says it will be short
Russia's Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov has made comments that suggest a potential conflict with Europe could be devastating and short.
NATO country issues chilling warning to Putin over Russia invasion fears | World | News
A think tank scenario suggests a possible Russian incursion in Estonia, which could lead to a localized stalemate due to Estonia's unpreparedness to defend against Russian drones.
Vladimir Putin pressures Russian businesses to pay for drone defences in Ukraine war
Russian President Vladimir Putin has introduced measures to hold businesses accountable for protecting their assets from drone attacks in Ukraine.
Inside NATO nations huge conscription push to deter Putin
Denmark has expanded its conscription programme to include more young people and extend the service period from four to 11 months.
Putin humiliated as Russia heads for worst monthly losses of year in w | World | News
Russia's President Vladimir Putin is on course for his worst monthly losses of the war in Ukraine.
Caucasian Knot | The journalist urged Putin to investigate systemic corruption in Dagestan and Ingushetia.
A journalist has called on President Vladimir Putin to investigate systemic corruption in Dagestan and Ingushetia.
Trump told Zelensky to meet with Putin in Moscow Bloomberg
US President Donald Trump reportedly suggested Ukrainian leader Zelensky meet with Russian President Putin in Moscow.
Ukraine defends front line, Putin talks nukes on war anniversary
Russia's President Vladimir Putin has announced plans to deploy new Sarmat ICBMs this year, amid ongoing conflict in Ukraine.
Vladimir Putin Net Worth
Vladimir Putin's personal wealth is a subject of speculation, with estimates suggesting a net worth of $70 billion.