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WorldUS calls out Russian pressure on UkraineUS Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken calls manoeuvres an 'urgent challenge to peace'.05 Jan 06:17 PM
WorldUS and Russia face deep differences ahead of Ukraine talksBiden and Putin are hopeful that diplomatic talks set for this month will ease tensions.01 Jan 07:18 PM
WorldBiden, Putin trade frank talk as alarm rises over UkraineThe leaders spoke amid growing alarm over Russia's troop buildup near Ukraine.31 Dec 03:33 AM
WorldEastern Europe: Biden, Putin to meet 'on a range of topics'The leaders will discuss "a range of topics, including upcoming diplomatic engagements".29 Dec 07:10 PM
WorldUkraine crisis: US, Russia to hold security talks over Nato expansionMoscow has demanded Western guarantees precluding Nato's expansion to Ukraine.28 Dec 07:57 AM
WorldPutin to mull options if West refuses guarantees on UkraineUS President warned Putin Russia will face 'severe consequences' if it attacks Ukraine.27 Dec 07:31 AM
WorldRussia pulls back troops from near Ukraine in surprise de-escalationThe move comes ahead of expected talks with the US about potential NATO concessions.25 Dec 10:08 PM
World'Red line': Russia expects response about security guarantees in JanuaryMoscow presented its demand amid soaring tensions over Russian troop buildup near Ukraine.24 Dec 09:42 PM
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WorldPutin to the West: 'It is not us who threaten anyone'Russian President Vladimir Putin has urged the US to meet demand for security guarantees.23 Dec 10:57 PM
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WorldRussia halts 'threat to security' resolution on climate changeUN Security Council resolution cast out with support of India while China abstains.13 Dec 05:56 PM
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SportChess grandmaster retains title back after challenger's blunderChampion Magnus Carlsen retains world chess title after Ian Nepomniachtchi's error.11 Dec 01:32 AM
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WorldInside Putin's scary new year invasion planRussia has been warned against invading Ukraine by NATO allies.08 Dec 08:01 PM
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WorldUS intelligence warns Russia preparing for new Ukraine invasionUkrainian officials have warned that Russia could invade next month04 Dec 10:35 PM
WorldRussia jails five people over coal mine disaster that killed 51Five people remain in detention pending an investigation into a coal mine blast in Siberia27 Nov 10:25 PM
WorldDeath toll in Siberian coal mine blast raised to 52Officials said there was no chance of finding more survivors in the Listvyazhnaya mine.26 Nov 04:40 AM
WorldAt least 14 dead in Russian coal mine fire, dozens still missingEfforts to rescue those trapped in the mine were halted because of an explosion threat.25 Nov 07:06 PM
WorldRussia dismisses concerns of imminent Ukraine invasion as 'absolute lies'The US has suggested a buildup of Russian troops on the border points to invasion.23 Nov 02:14 AM
TravelP*ssy riot: Russian activists and social stars post racy photosRussia has seen a succession of such cases featuring activists and social media stars.22 Nov 02:11 AM
WorldRussia will invade in new year, says Ukraine militaryIntelligence officials claim Moscow will launch air and sea offensive in early 2022.21 Nov 11:33 PM
New ZealandKiwi radar tracks debris from Russian space missileEvidence from NZ backs US claims Russian blast endangered International Space Station.18 Nov 05:19 PM
WorldUK anxious at reports of Russian troops on Ukraine borderTens of thousands of troops massed on border, Washington officials tell EU counterparts.11 Nov 10:44 PM
WorldInside Russia's 'conveyor belt of torture': Leaked video reveals jail horrorLeaked footage exposes rampant sexual abuse and torture inside a notorious Russian jail.11 Nov 05:28 PM
WorldRussia flies nuclear bombers over BelarusTwo supersonic warplanes were sent over Belarus to test missile defence shields10 Nov 10:44 PM
WorldObama hits Russia, China for 'lack of urgency' on emissionsObama met with a dozen climate activists, urging them to keep up their public pressure.08 Nov 07:50 PM
