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Russian hackers targeted NATO and eastern European militaries - Google

For the first time, a Russian hacker group called Coldriver - or Callisto - has tried to target NATO networks and those of eastern European forces.

30/03/2022

Russia

McDonald's franchisees keep restaurants in Russia open

Mcdonald's has temporarily closed all of the Russian outlets that it owns because of the country's invasion of Ukraine -- but around 100 under franchise remain open.

30/03/2022

Tech News

'Sadgram': Russians plan melancholy version of Instagram after ban

Domestic alternatives to Facebook and Instagram are appearing in Russia, the latest being "Grustnogram," or "Sadgram" in English.

30/03/2022

Russia

Poland to ban Russian oil imports, as Germans urged to save energy

Poland says it is putting in place Europe's most radical plan to cut dependence on Russian energy sources. Germany, meanwhile, is preparing for Russian gas to be cut suddenly.

30/03/2022

Russia

EU countries expel dozens of Russian envoys amid war in Ukraine

The Netherlands, Belgium, Ireland and the Czech Republic all expelled Russian officials.

29/03/2022

Russia

Russia expels three Slovakian diplomats in retaliatory move

Bratislava had expelled three Russian officials earlier this month for alleged diplomatic violations.

28/03/2022

Russia

Leading Russian independent newspaper shuts down amid media crackdown

Novaya Gazeta said they'd had two warnings from Russian press watchdog Roskomnadzor, which put their operating licence at risk.

28/03/2022

Russia

Which are some of the Western firms still operating in Russia?

Many Western companies have stopped their Russian operations to comply with sanctions, but some very recognisable brands are still doing business there - so what's the deal?

25/03/2022

Tech News

Russia banned Facebook and Instagram. What will Russians use now?

A Russian court ruled that Meta was guilty of “extremist” activity, effectively banning Instagram and Facebook. Where does this leave Russian social media users?

25/03/2022

Mobility

Russia's space chief says EU cooperation 'impossible' over Ukraine

The head of Roscosmos, Russia's space agency, told Chinese state TV the EU had "taken a frenzied position" over the Ukraine war.

25/03/2022

Tech News

Russia blocks access to Google News over Ukraine war 'fake news'

Google joins the ranks of other local and international media which have been banned, including Meta's platforms Instagram and Facebook.

24/03/2022

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Soyuz rocket takes off featuring letter Z

The Russian Defense Ministry released footage Wednesday that it says shows a Soyuz rocket taking off with a Meridian M communications satellite with the letter Z featuring prominently on the rocket, in support of the Russian military operation in Ukraine.

23/03/2022

Russia

Fears Russia could use chemical weapons grow as ground offensive slows

President Biden warned there are "clear signs" Moscow is considering use of chemical weapons as Russian ground offensive appears to stall

22/03/2022

Russia

Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny given eight years in jail for fraud

The prosecution requested 13 years in prison for "fraud" and "offending" a magistrate.

22/03/2022

Russia

Russia 'could retaliate' if EU imposes energy supply embargo

An oil and gas industry expert says Russia 'could retaliate' if EU imposes an energy supply embargo, but cutting off gas supplies to European countries.

21/03/2022

Europe News

Euroviews. In Ukraine, there is no line that Vladimir Putin won't cross | View

Every day we ponder and doubt, Ukrainians are dying.

21/03/2022

Mobility

ISS cosmonauts' suits were not inspired by Ukraine flag, says Russia

The colours of the suits was picked because there was a surplus of yellow material and they were the colours of their alma mater, the cosmonauts said.

20/03/2022

Mobility

Russian cosmonauts arrive at ISS in flight suits in Ukraine colours

The mission to the International Space Station is the first since Russia launched its invasion of Ukraine.

19/03/2022

Russia

Russia's new Ukraine weapon: What is a hypersonic missile?

Russia's military says it has used hypersonic missiles for the first time ever, during the Ukraine war. But what are the capabilities of this new weapon?

19/03/2022

Russia

Putin broadcast interrupted at flag-waving rally in Moscow

President Putin delivered a speech during a rally in Moscow to mark the eight-year anniversary since Russia's annexation of Crimea. The broadcast was cut off, but the Kremlin says it was due to a technical glitch.

18/03/2022

Russia

Putin's rhetoric now more virulent amid Ukraine war, says expert

“The Russian people will always be able to distinguish true patriots from scum and traitors,” said Putin this week.

18/03/2022

Tech News

Russia tells YouTube to take down 'threats' against its citizens

The Kremlin's clash with foreign tech firms over the war in Ukraine continued as Russia's media regulator accused YouTube of hosting "anti-Russia" videos.

18/03/2022

Sport

Russia lose appeal to freeze FIFA ban on its football teams

Russia have lost an appeal to freeze their World Cup qualifying ban from FIFA ahead of next week's playoff game against Poland

18/03/2022

Green News

Does Russia have a climate plan to reduce carbon emissions?

Russia has committed to reaching net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2060.

18/03/2022

Tech News

What do Russians see on TikTok?

European social media researchers found the video sharing app had blocked 95 per cent of its content in Russia, leaving room for propaganda about the war in Ukraine to run wild.

17/03/2022

Economy

What is life like for Westerners in Russia amid the war in Ukraine?

With relations between Russia and Europe reaching a new all-time low, what is life like for Westerners in the country?

17/03/2022