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Russian journalist sets herself on fire and dies after police search

Irina Slavina set herself on fire outside a regional police headquarters on Friday.

Sweden

Swedish military exercises on Baltic island 'a signal to Russia'

Concerns about Russia’s intentions in the region have risen since Moscow’s annexation of Crimea in 2014.

Netherlands

MH17 suspect asks to address court in person as he denies involvement

A Russian suspect in the downing of flight MH17 has asked to be allowed to give his version of events in court, denying any involvement as the trial resumed in the Netherlands.

Germany

Angela Merkel visited Berlin sickbed of Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny

The opposition figure was in hospital in Berlin being treated for Novichok poisoning when Merkel came to the hospital for "a private meeting".

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Russia

Russia given five months to fix 'deficient' doping response

World Athletics had previously said RusAF could be expelled from membership if it didn't compose an anti-doping plan.

Germany

Navalny poisoning leaves Nord Stream 2 pipeline's fate in the balance

Construction is very nearly complete, but pressure is rising on Germany to declare that gas will never flow along the pipeline under the Baltic Sea

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The proud heritage and influence of Russian artists

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A century ago, a first wave of Russian emigration took the world of culture by storm. Euronews Cult examines that amazing heritage - and the promise of the new generation.

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Germany

Alexei Navalny is 'free' to return to Russia after hospital discharge

"Regarding his return to Moscow, he is free, like any Russian citizen, to do so at any time," Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said, according to Russian news agencies.

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Russia-Belarus military drills near Polish border as protests continue

It comes as Belarus President Alexander Lukashenko is facing regular protests calling on him to resign.

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Russian artist fills Moscow museum with colourful latex sculptures

The latex sculptures and dresses were made by Russian artist Sasha Frolova, who argues they represent extreme femininity, not overt sexuality.

World News

What is the Magnitsky Act and why is the EU planning one of its own?

Many countries now have a 'Magnitsky law' that allows sanctions on foreign officials suspected of human rights abuses. Now the EU is planning one of its own

Russia

'Venus is a Russian planet,' Russian space agency director says

Russia's space agency has announced an independent national effort to explore Earth's twin after news there could be signs of life in the Venus' clouds.

Belarus

Russia to hand €1.2 billion loan to 'closest ally' Belarus, says Putin

The meeting in Sochi between Russia's Putin and Belarus Lukashenko came a day after an estimated 150,000 people marched through Minsk demanding Lukashenko's resignation.

Travel News

The women keeping a Cossack tradition alive

These shawls have been made by Russia’s Cossack women for centuries, but its traditional production is under threat from mass, machine-produced garments

Belarus

Any Putin intervention in Belarus will meet 'huge pushback'

"Russia has not so much support inside the Belarusian society," says political analyst Katsiaryna Shmatsina, as Lukashenko meets Putin on Monday amid the ongoing political crisis in Belarus.

Ukraine

Ukraine: Music's most extreme genre uses history to fight Russia

'You can't be an apolitical musician in Ukraine,' says Konstantin 'Khaoth' Zmievsky, the drummer of Ukrainian black metal band Khors.

World News

Alexei Navalny's condition improves after being poisoned with Novichok

The Russian opposition leader is now able to leave his bed, the Berlin hospital treating him said.

Belarus

What Lukashenko's meeting with Putin could mean for Belarus' future

Belarus' fate could be sealed in Sochi as Lukashenko sits down with his 'elder brother' Putin to discuss the ongoing unrest. What will it mean for the country's future?

Germany

Russian police requests access to question Alexei Navalny in Germany

Navalny was taken out of an induced coma on Monday after being transferred to Germany to be treated for suspected Novichok poisoning.