Russia has limited mobile internet access in major cities including Moscow and St Petersburg ahead of the May 9 World War II Victory Day parade. Authorities say the мера is necessary to ensure security amid fears of Ukrainian drone attacks, which have intensified in recent months. While mobile data services were disrupted, basic phone calls […]
The United Kingdom is set to begin talks to join the European Union’s £78 billion ($105.9 billion) loan programme for Ukraine, signalling closer defence and financial cooperation. Prime Minister Keir Starmer is expected to announce the move at the European Political Community summit in Yerevan, highlighting Britain’s intent to support Ukraine with critical military
Austria has expelled three Russian diplomats over concerns they were involved in signals intelligence activities, citing suspicious satellite installations on diplomatic buildings in Vienna. Authorities flagged an “antenna forest” of satellite dishes, believed capable of intercepting communications, as a potential security threat. Foreign Minister Beate Meinl-Reisinger
More than 30 European leaders have gathered in Yerevan for back-to-back summits, marking a significant geopolitical shift for Armenia—a country historically aligned with Russia. The meetings, including the European Political Community summit and a landmark EU-Armenia bilateral, signal growing ties between Armenia and Europe despite its longstanding dependence on Moscow for
Russia will mark its annual Victory Day celebration on May 9 in Moscow’s Red Square, but this year’s military parade will not feature any heavy equipment. The Defence Ministry said the decision is due to the ongoing operational situation linked to the war in Ukraine. Instead, the parade will focus on marching servicemen from various […]
Animal rescue groups in Ukraine are working under constant danger to save pets and stray animals affected by the ongoing war. In the frontline city of Zaporizhzhia, a Russian drone strike destroyed part of a shelter, killing more than a dozen animals and leaving others injured or scattered. Despite the risks, volunteers and local residents […]
Ukraine and Russia exchanged 193 prisoners of war each on Friday in a swap facilitated with assistance from the United States and the United Arab Emirates. The exchange is part of ongoing efforts to repatriate captured personnel amid the prolonged conflict, now in its fourth year. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy confirmed the return of the […]
Russian billionaires increased their combined wealth by 11% over the past year to a record $696.5 billion, according to Forbes. The rise comes despite ongoing war-related pressures and sweeping Western sanctions, highlighting the resilience of Russia’s resource-driven economy. Much of the wealth growth is tied to Russia’s vast natural resources, with higher global
Pavel Durov, the founder and CEO of Telegram, said he has received a legal summons in Russia that labels him a “suspect” in a criminal case. The notice was reportedly sent to an apartment where he lived two decades ago, raising questions about the intent and timing of the move. Russian authorities have intensified pressure […]
One of Russia’s largest publishers, Eksmo, said several employees have been questioned by authorities over alleged “LGBT propaganda” in its book catalogue. The development follows reports of raids by investigators in Moscow, though the company denied any searches or seizures, stating that four staff members, including its director, were taken in for questioning. The case









