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President Putin says more US-Russia prisoner exchanges are possible

After WNBA star and two-time Olympian Brittney Griner returned home to the United States, Russian President Vladimir Putin says more prisoner exchanges between his country and Washington are possible.

Russia

LGBTQ history museum in St Petersburg is shut down

A museum devoted to Russia's LGBTQ history in St Petersburg has opened and closed in the space of a few days after Russia's tough new 'gay propaganda' law came into force.

United Kingdom

Russian president says war in Ukraine could be a ‘lengthy process’

Russian President Vladimir Putin says that the war in Ukraine can be a “lengthy process,” as NATO chief Jens Stoltenberg says Moscow aims to “freeze” its operation "to regroup, repair, recover.”

Russia

US basketball star Brittney Griner released in Russian prisoner swap

The two-time Olympic gold medalist had been held in a Russian jail on drugs charges.

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Milan’s La Scala opera house shows Russian piece despite criticism

It’s known across the world as one of the finest opera houses. However, Italy’s La Scala theatre is faced with a controversial matter: Can we separate Russian culture from the decisions of the Russian government?

Belgium

EU targets 200 Russian individuals in prosposed sanctions package

The European Commission proposes a new round of sanctions on Russia in a bid to cripple Russian President Vladimir Putin's war chest.

Russia

Vladimir Putin admits fight in Ukraine is taking longer than expected

Russian President Vladimir Putin acknowledged Wednesday that his “special military operation” in Ukraine is taking longer than expected but hailed the seizure of his neighbor's territory.

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EU to target Russia's armed forces and drone supplies in new sanctions

The new package of EU sanctions will also blacklist Russia's armed forces, together with governors, ministers and political parties.

Ukraine

Frost falls on Kyiv as workers race to restore energy grids

As Russia continues targeting energy facilities, the frosty winter weather hits the Ukrainian capital.

Ukraine

Six new developments to know about Russia's war in Ukraine

Here is our summary of the latest news on Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

Culture news

David Tennant on timely TV retelling of Litvinenko murder

The British actor vividly remembers seeing the image of former Russian spy Alexander Litvinenko lying in a hospital bed in the news back in 2006.

Europe News

Russia's aggression and 'imperialistic dreams' can't pay off – Kallas

In an interview with Euronews, Kaja Kallas replied to the controversial comments made by President Emmanuel Macron of France.

Russia

Several dead after explosions hit two Russian military airfields

Three Russian servicemen were killed and four injured in the incidents in the Ryazan and Saratov regions. Hours later, Russia launched a wave of missiles at targets around Ukraine, although Kyiv says it shot most of them down.

Culture news

From museums to books: How Russia's anti-LGBT laws will impact culture

Russia's first queer museum closes its door after Putin approves anti-LGBTQ laws

Ukraine

Russia strikes the Zaporizhzhia region of Ukraine

Russia launched a barrage of 70 missiles towards Ukraine on Monday, in its latest attack on the country’s infrastructure. According to Kyiv, “most” were intercepted despite Moscow saying it had hit all 17 of its targets.

Ukraine

Ukrainian air force shoots down barrage of Russian missiles

Ukrainian officials reported a new barrage of Russian missile strikes across the country, an attack that was anticipated as Russia continues to seek to disable Ukraine’s energy supplies and infrastructure during this winter.

World News

Vladimir Putin visits Crimea bridge following October bomb attack

It was the Russian president's first visit to the peninsula since Moscow invaded Ukraine.

Ukraine

Russia airbase 'explosions' and other key developments in Ukraine war

Here is our summary of the latest news from Russia's war in Ukraine.

Russia

Price cap on Russian oil comes into force despite Moscow's threats

The $60-a-barrel cap on Russian oil approved by the G7 comes into force on Monday despite Moscow's threats.

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Life in Lviv continues through blackouts as cafes and bars stay open

Bars and restaurants are still open in downtown, using candles and phone lights to see.

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