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Watch: Victory Day military parade as Putin accuses West over Ukraine

Critics accused the Russian leader of turning history on its head in his speech, by comparing today's action in Ukraine to that of Soviet forces in repelling Hitler.

Russia

Moscow fine-tunes Victory Day parade in midst of Ukraine invasion

Russia's military has been busy rehearsing for the country's annual Victory Day Parade on Monday as the war in Ukraine continues.

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Vladimir Putin holds talks with Antonio Guterres

Russian President Vladimir Putin held talks with UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on Tuesday at the Kremlin Palace in Moscow.

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Dozens detained in Russia for protesting "military operation" in Ukraine

Russia detains more than 250 people for protesting its "military operations" in Ukraine, as the conflict continues for a third week.

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Iggy Pop 'stands with Ukraine' as acts pull out of Moscow's Park Live

It's a far cry from the antics of 1989...

Russia

'The right thing to do': McDonald's closes all restaurants in Russia

“Our values mean we cannot ignore the needless human suffering unfolding in Ukraine,” the company's president and CEO said.

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Dancers resign from Russian Bolshoi ballet over Ukraine

The pair, who are Italian and Brazilian nationals, cite the war in Ukraine as they exit the Russian cultural institution.

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Police detain over 1,400 people across Russia amid calls to gather for peace demos

More than a thousand were detained at anti-war protests in 29 cities across Russia, OVD-INFO monitoring group claims.

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COVID-19: Russia's capital Moscow braces for Omicron 'storm'

Health authorities warn Moscow will be the first to face the Omicron "storm" forecasted between late January amd early February.

Moments

Tchaikovsky’s iconic Nutcracker ballet delights audiences in Moscow

Because of COVID, the Bolshoi Theatre limited audience capacity to 70%, but those in the house seemed to love what they saw.

Russia

Putin set to talk with US amid desire to stop NATO expansion in Europe

Talks to de-escalate tensions are set to take place in Geneva next year.

Art

Art trends 2022: The growing influence of independent art spaces

Often generously funded, these independent visual art spaces will continue to grow in importance throughout Europe.

Russia

Christmas trees from around the world light up Moscow festival

People in Moscow are being treated to a spectacular display of Christmas trees themed on cities from around the world, an attempt to cheer up Russians as the COVID pandemic continues to restrict travel this holiday season.

Sport

Divine Grace: Rhythmic gymnastics gets more spectacular contests under new tournament format

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A new tournament is underway in Moscow that it’s hoped will promote a more spectacular style of rhythmic gymnastics. The experimental rhythmic gymnastics international tournament has been entitled “Divine Grace” and is the brainchild of Olympic champion Alina Kabaeva.

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Russian teenager detonates explosive device outside Orthodox school

Several people -- including the suspected bomber -- were wounded in the blast near the Russian capital.

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Two people killed after gunman opens fire at Moscow government centre

Russian authorities said a 45-year-old suspect had been arrested following the deadly shooting.

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Traditional skating in Moscow while the Bidens unveil the White House Christmas decorations

The famous skating rink and Christmas fair traditionally opened on the Red Square as the main sign of the upcoming New Year and Christmas. The theme 'Gift from the Heart,' has been selected by the Bidens for their first Christmas at the White House.

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Moscow for everyone: Here's how to enjoy the Russian capital whatever your passion

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Flanked by the imposing buildings of the Kremlin, the stepped granite blocks of Lenin’s Mausoleum and the fanciful onion domes of St Basil’s Cathedral, Moscow's Red Square is nothing short of legendary, but only a taste of what the Russian capital has to offer.

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Operalia's rising stars take the Bolshoi by storm

Musica meets the rising stars of opera at 28th edition of Operalia, held this year for the first time at Moscow's iconic Bolshoi theatre.

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Russia shutting NATO mission 'not a major setback', expert says

Russia's Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said that NATO’s military liaison and information offices in Moscow would be closed in November, following the alliance's decision to expel 8 Russian diplomats.