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Russia has launched one of its largest attacks on Ukraine since the war began

According to Ukrainian officials, the attacks targeted 15 regions — more than half the country. Power and water supplies across Ukraine were disrupted by the attacks.

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US journalist sentenced to 16 years in a Russian prison

US journalist Evan Gershkovich sentenced to 16 years in a Russian prison after he was accused of spying for American intelligence.

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Russia and North Korea sign defence pact

It comes after Russian President Vladimir Putin met with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un in his first visit to the country in 24 years.

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Four arrested for terrorism over Moscow concert shooting

Islamic State has claimed responsibility for a suspected terrorism attack at Moscow concert hall that killed more than 130 people.

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Why Russia’s presidential election doesn’t matter

Russia is holding its presidential election this weekend, and we already know who will win: Vladimir Putin, who’s been in power since 2000.

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Putin’s biggest critic is dead

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Putin’s biggest critic is dead. What was Alexei Navalny’s cause of death?

Russia’s Opposition leader Alexei Navalny died in jail at 47. Russia’s prison service said his cause of death is “being established.”

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Kim Jong-un is in Russia to meet Vladimir Putin

North Korean leader Kim Jong-Un is in Russia, where he is expected to meet with President Vladimir Putin.

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The BRICS countries’ leaders are meeting this week

Leaders of Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa have gathered in Johannesburg for their first in-person summit since the pandemic. 

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A warrant has been issued for the arrest of Vladimir Putin

The International Criminal Court has issued an arrest warrant for Russian President Vladimir Putin. Read more on Putin’s arrest warrant.

The Ukraine war's bloodiest battle yet is raging over a tiny abandoned town
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The Ukraine war’s bloodiest battle yet is raging over a tiny abandoned town

Ukrainian & Russian forces battle for Bakhmut: Uncover the town’s importance in the persistent conflict.

Investigators Say the Missile That Downed MH17 Was Likely Supplied by Vladimir Putin
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Investigators say the missile that downed MH17 was likely supplied by Vladimir Putin

MH17 probe finds Putin likely supplied missile that hit plane.

What's in store for 2023?
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What’s in store for 2023?

Here are eight stories that might shape the next year of news.

The war in Ukraine has passed 300 days
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The war in Ukraine has passed 300 days

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky says Ukraine is willing to adopt 'neutrality' to end the war
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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky says Ukraine is willing to adopt ‘neutrality’ to end the war

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Instagram and Facebook have been blocked in Russia for “extremist activities”

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Why is Biden voicing concerns that Russia may invade Ukraine?

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Why is there an energy crisis in Europe?

Why is there an energy crisis in Europe?

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