The Russian war economy is facing a ‘moment of truth’ as Putin’s dwindling cash reserves raise odds of a financial crash, expert says
"As the risk of a financial crash rises, Russia’s imperiled economy is about to pose serious constraints on Putin’s war." ...
Putin lauds the strength of Russia’s war economy. Others see a mirage
Since Moscow’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022, Russia’s economy has surpassed expectations. But some experts say this ...
Russia recruits Chinese volunteers for Ukraine war as Putin scrambles to boost army
EXCLUSIVE: The Chinese soldier filmed himself walking through the captured city of Kurakhove, and said his commander was ...
Putin Ally Issues Warning on Risks of War Between Nuclear Powers
Shoigu, who leads the Kremlin's security council, told Tass, "Amid increased conflict behavior and intensified geopolitical ...
Putin ally Lukashenko declared winner of Belarus vote that West calls a charade
Belarusian leader and Russian ally Alexander Lukashenko extended his 31-year rule on Monday after electoral officials ...
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The Cold War Putin Wants
Three years after launching his “special military operation” in Ukraine, Russian President Vladimir Putin faces a looming ...
Putin's Ally in NATO Backs Down in Russia Sanctions Standoff
Hungary has stopped delaying the renewal of European sanctions on Moscow, which may have detrimental consequences on its relationship with Russia.
Inside the vast military cemetery that lays bare the 100,000 Ukrainian troops lost since Putin’s invasion
GRIEVING families prayed for peace yesterday as a vast military cemetery laid bare Ukraine’s war losses. The embattled nation ...