Russia

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Capital Moscow
Continent Asia
Currency Russian ruble(RUB)
Languages Russian

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Founded in the 12th century, the Principality of Muscovy, was able to emerge from over 200 years of Mongol domination (13th-15th centuries) and to gradually conquer and absorb surrounding principalities. In the early 17th century, a new Romanov Dynasty continued this policy of expansion across Siberia to the Pacific. Under PETER I (ruled 1682-1725), hegemony was extended to the Baltic Sea and the country was renamed the Russian Empire. During the 19th century, more territorial acquisitions were made in Europe and Asia. Defeat in the Russo-Japanese War of 1904-05 contributed to the Revolution of 1905, which resulted in the formation of a parliament and other reforms. Repeated devastating defeats of the Russian army in World War I led to widespread rioting in the major cities of the Russian Empire and to the overthrow in 1917 of the imperial household. The Communists under Vladimir LENIN seized power soon after and formed the USSR. The brutal rule of Iosif STALIN (1928-53) strengthened Communist rule and Russian dominance of the Soviet Union at a cost of tens of millions of lives. The Soviet economy and society stagnated in the following decades until General Secretary Mikhail GORBACHEV (1985-91) introduced glasnost (openness) and perestroika (restructuring) in an attempt to modernize Communism, but his initiatives inadvertently released forces that by December 1991 splintered the USSR into Russia and 14 other independent republics. Since then, Russia has shifted its post-Soviet democratic ambitions in favor of a centralized semi-authoritarian state whose legitimacy is buttressed, in part, by carefully managed national elections, former President PUTIN's genuine popularity, and the prudent management of Russia's windfall energy wealth. Russia has severely disabled a Chechen rebel movement, although violence still occurs throughout the North Caucasus.

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Russia returns bodies of 1,200 more Ukrainians as part of POW swap - Al Jazeera
  1. Russia returns bodies of 1,200 more Ukrainians as part of POW swap  Al Jazeera
  2. Ukraine war: 1,212 soldiers' bodies repatriated in latest swap with Russia  BBC
  3. Russia And Ukraine Exchange Prisoners, But Moscow Says No War Dead Received  NDTV


Russia’s strong ties with both Israel and Iran could help it emerge as a power broker - AP NewsRussia’s strong ties with both Israel and Iran could help it emerge as a power broker  AP News

Russia Day observed with silence, solidarity & reflection - Times of IndiaRussia Day observed with silence, solidarity & reflection  Times of India

Israel Takes Control of Iran’s Skies—a Feat That Still Eludes Russia in Ukraine - WSJIsrael Takes Control of Iran’s Skies—a Feat That Still Eludes Russia in Ukraine  WSJ

Will Russia, Turkiye and China provide support to Iran in its conflict? - Al JazeeraWill Russia, Turkiye and China provide support to Iran in its conflict?  Al Jazeera

Iranian Attack KILLS 5 Ukrainians In Israel; Russia Pulls Out Its Citizens From Iran, Halts Consulate Activity - EurAsian TimesIranian Attack KILLS 5 Ukrainians In Israel; Russia Pulls Out Its Citizens From Iran, Halts Consulate Activity  EurAsian Times

Russia says it struck oil refinery that supplies Ukrainian army with fuel - The HinduRussia says it struck oil refinery that supplies Ukrainian army with fuel  The Hindu

Russia Says It Struck Kremenchuk Oil Refinery in Ukraine - MintRussia Says It Struck Kremenchuk Oil Refinery in Ukraine  Mint

Russia says it struck oil refinery that supplies Ukrainian army with fuel - ThePrintRussia says it struck oil refinery that supplies Ukrainian army with fuel  ThePrint

Russian foreign minister Lavrov calls off planned visit to India | Latest News India - Hindustan Times - Hindustan TimesRussian foreign minister Lavrov calls off planned visit to India | Latest News India - Hindustan Times  Hindustan Times

Zelenskyy warns oil price surge could help Russia's war effort - ABC NewsZelenskyy warns oil price surge could help Russia's war effort  ABC News

North Korean losses exceed 6,000 in Russia's Kursk Oblast, UK intelligence reports - The Kyiv IndependentNorth Korean losses exceed 6,000 in Russia's Kursk Oblast, UK intelligence reports  The Kyiv Independent

Ukraine attack on Russia’s Tatarstan leaves 13 injured - The TribuneUkraine attack on Russia’s Tatarstan leaves 13 injured  The Tribune

Russia launches fresh massive aerial attack on Ukraine. 2 Khinzal missiles downed - Euronews.comRussia launches fresh massive aerial attack on Ukraine. 2 Khinzal missiles downed  Euronews.com

Russia Pulls Citizens From Iran, Halts Tehran Consular Activity - The Moscow TimesRussia Pulls Citizens From Iran, Halts Tehran Consular Activity  The Moscow Times

Ukraine war briefing: Russian drone factory attacked, 1,000km away in Tatarstan - The GuardianUkraine war briefing: Russian drone factory attacked, 1,000km away in Tatarstan  The Guardian

Russia air attack damaged Boeing offices in Ukraine - Financial TimesRussia air attack damaged Boeing offices in Ukraine  Financial Times

Russian Offensive Campaign Assessment, June 15, 2025 - Institute for the Study of WarRussian Offensive Campaign Assessment, June 15, 2025  Institute for the Study of War

'Everybody hates Russia but loves Germany and Japan': Donald Trump reflects on World War II in talks with - Times of India'Everybody hates Russia but loves Germany and Japan': Donald Trump reflects on World War II in talks with  Times of India

Russia pulls citizens from Iran, halts Tehran consulate - Arab NewsRussia pulls citizens from Iran, halts Tehran consulate  Arab News

Russia embassy in Tehran working on option of evacuating Russians from Iran by land route - Al Arabiya EnglishRussia embassy in Tehran working on option of evacuating Russians from Iran by land route  Al Arabiya English

RVNL in talks with Russia’s Rosatom to build nuclear reactors for its 4 big railway projects - The Indian ExpressRVNL in talks with Russia’s Rosatom to build nuclear reactors for its 4 big railway projects  The Indian Express

Khamenei's top aide planning to flee Iran, held secret talks with Russia: Report - theweek.inKhamenei's top aide planning to flee Iran, held secret talks with Russia: Report  theweek.in

May 2025 — Monthly analysis of Russian fossil fuel exports and sanctions - Centre for Research on Energy and Clean AirMay 2025 — Monthly analysis of Russian fossil fuel exports and sanctions  Centre for Research on Energy and Clean Air

'Spit in face' — Zelensky condemns Russia's mass attack, dismisses Putin as peacemaker - The Kyiv Independent'Spit in face' — Zelensky condemns Russia's mass attack, dismisses Putin as peacemaker  The Kyiv Independent

Trump sparks outrage with rambling Russia remarks, critics say he's showing signs of cognitive decline - The Economic TimesTrump sparks outrage with rambling Russia remarks, critics say he's showing signs of cognitive decline  The Economic Times

Ukraine war latest: Kyiv strikes Russian drone factory, Moscow targets Boeing's office - The Kyiv IndependentUkraine war latest: Kyiv strikes Russian drone factory, Moscow targets Boeing's office  The Kyiv Independent

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,207 - Al JazeeraRussia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,207  Al Jazeera

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,206 - Al JazeeraRussia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,206  Al Jazeera

Russia says it struck oil refinery that supplies Ukrainian army with fuel - ReutersRussia says it struck oil refinery that supplies Ukrainian army with fuel  Reuters

Can Russia broker peace between Israel and Iran amid West Asia tensions? - FirstpostCan Russia broker peace between Israel and Iran amid West Asia tensions?  Firstpost

World’s nuclear arsenals expanding, driven by US and Russia, researchers warns - France 24World’s nuclear arsenals expanding, driven by US and Russia, researchers warns  France 24

New Footage Of Bucha Massacre Reveals How Russia Targeted Civilians On Yablunska Street - Radio Free Europe/Radio LibertyNew Footage Of Bucha Massacre Reveals How Russia Targeted Civilians On Yablunska Street  Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty

India must stand with international law and UN charter: Ukraine Minister - The HinduIndia must stand with international law and UN charter: Ukraine Minister  The Hindu

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,205 - Al JazeeraRussia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,205  Al Jazeera

G7 to discuss further sanctions if Russia fails to come to negotiating table, PM says - Sky NewsG7 to discuss further sanctions if Russia fails to come to negotiating table, PM says  Sky News

Russia returns 1,200 bodies of fallen Ukrainian soldiers - Al JazeeraRussia returns 1,200 bodies of fallen Ukrainian soldiers  Al Jazeera

Putin Condemns Israeli Strikes on Iran, Says Ready to Mediate - The Moscow TimesPutin Condemns Israeli Strikes on Iran, Says Ready to Mediate  The Moscow Times

Russia, Ukraine conduct another round of POWs exchange - Al JazeeraRussia, Ukraine conduct another round of POWs exchange  Al Jazeera

Israel-Iran crisis: 'Adrenaline shot' moment for Russian crude oil exports amid Strait of Hormuz, Red Sea threats - Business TodayIsrael-Iran crisis: 'Adrenaline shot' moment for Russian crude oil exports amid Strait of Hormuz, Red Sea threats  Business Today

Russia reports Ukrainian drone attack on drone factory in Tatarstan - The Kyiv IndependentRussia reports Ukrainian drone attack on drone factory in Tatarstan  The Kyiv Independent

Drones, Distractions, Diplomacy: How Could The Israel-Iran Conflict Affect Russia’s War Against Ukraine? - Radio Free Europe/Radio LibertyDrones, Distractions, Diplomacy: How Could The Israel-Iran Conflict Affect Russia’s War Against Ukraine?  Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty

Ukrainian MiG-29 strikes Russian drone hub, ammo depot in Zaporizhzhia direction, releases video - The Kyiv IndependentUkrainian MiG-29 strikes Russian drone hub, ammo depot in Zaporizhzhia direction, releases video  The Kyiv Independent

Where Russia Is Advancing in Ukraine and What It Hopes to Gain - WSJWhere Russia Is Advancing in Ukraine and What It Hopes to Gain  WSJ

Ukraine keeps up pressure on Russian airfields and war production - Al JazeeraUkraine keeps up pressure on Russian airfields and war production  Al Jazeera

Pakistan Launches Landmark Freight Train to Russia - Railway SupplyPakistan Launches Landmark Freight Train to Russia  Railway Supply

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,204 - Al JazeeraRussia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,204  Al Jazeera

Russian air attack damaged Boeing offices in Ukraine, FT reports - ReutersRussian air attack damaged Boeing offices in Ukraine, FT reports  Reuters

Zelenskyy: Russia aims to take Odesa and threaten Moldova and Romania - Euronews.comZelenskyy: Russia aims to take Odesa and threaten Moldova and Romania  Euronews.com

Israel-Iran war could provide economic boost Russia needs to continue fight against Ukraine - The Kyiv IndependentIsrael-Iran war could provide economic boost Russia needs to continue fight against Ukraine  The Kyiv Independent

Ukraine war briefing: Kyiv repatriates more bodies of fallen soldiers amid major exchange with Russia - The GuardianUkraine war briefing: Kyiv repatriates more bodies of fallen soldiers amid major exchange with Russia  The Guardian

Why Ukraine peace talks are failing - Al JazeeraWhy Ukraine peace talks are failing  Al Jazeera

Leaders from U.S., Russia, Pak., Australia, Israel express condolences for victims of air crash - The HinduLeaders from U.S., Russia, Pak., Australia, Israel express condolences for victims of air crash  The Hindu

India May Buy Russia’s Fifth-Generation Su-57 Felon Fighter - The National InterestIndia May Buy Russia’s Fifth-Generation Su-57 Felon Fighter  The National Interest

Ukrainian agents cause millions in damage during secret sabotage operation in Russia, HUR source says - The Kyiv IndependentUkrainian agents cause millions in damage during secret sabotage operation in Russia, HUR source says  The Kyiv Independent

Ukraine blasts Russia Day well-wishers as Rubio sends greetings to Moscow - politico.euUkraine blasts Russia Day well-wishers as Rubio sends greetings to Moscow  politico.eu

Russia's Putin calls for quick development of drone forces - ReutersRussia's Putin calls for quick development of drone forces  Reuters

Russia says it's ready to remove highly enriched uranium from Iran - ReutersRussia says it's ready to remove highly enriched uranium from Iran  Reuters

Russian drone attacks kill three, wound 60 in Ukraine’s Kharkiv - Al JazeeraRussian drone attacks kill three, wound 60 in Ukraine’s Kharkiv  Al Jazeera

Ukraine: Europe’s war with Russia - The HinduUkraine: Europe’s war with Russia  The Hindu

What’s behind Russia’s ‘evolving’ drone warfare in Ukraine? - Al JazeeraWhat’s behind Russia’s ‘evolving’ drone warfare in Ukraine?  Al Jazeera

Putin forced to send wounded back to fight and offer huge military salaries as Russia suffers a million casualties - The ConversationPutin forced to send wounded back to fight and offer huge military salaries as Russia suffers a million casualties  The Conversation

Russia says it struck oil refinery that supplies Ukrainian army with fuel - bangkokpost.comRussia says it struck oil refinery that supplies Ukrainian army with fuel  bangkokpost.com

Ukraine Receives Another 1,200 Bodies From Russia As War Rages On - Radio Free Europe/Radio LibertyUkraine Receives Another 1,200 Bodies From Russia As War Rages On  Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty

Zelenskyy warns oil price surge could help Russia’s war effort - AP NewsZelenskyy warns oil price surge could help Russia’s war effort  AP News

Ukraine war briefing: Putin tells Trump in phone call Moscow ready to resume peace talks - The GuardianUkraine war briefing: Putin tells Trump in phone call Moscow ready to resume peace talks  The Guardian

Watch: Russia-Ukraine escalates | What is India’s position? | Worldview - The HinduWatch: Russia-Ukraine escalates | What is India’s position? | Worldview  The Hindu

Russian Offensive Campaign Assessment, June 12, 2025 - Institute for the Study of WarRussian Offensive Campaign Assessment, June 12, 2025  Institute for the Study of War

Russia says Putin urged Israel to use diplomacy, not bombs, with Iran - ReutersRussia says Putin urged Israel to use diplomacy, not bombs, with Iran  Reuters

Sanctions on Russia are working - Financial TimesSanctions on Russia are working  Financial Times

Russian Forces Expand Fighting to a New Region of Eastern Ukraine - The New York TimesRussian Forces Expand Fighting to a New Region of Eastern Ukraine  The New York Times

Iranian commander killed in Israeli airstrike oversaw Shahed drone supply to Russia - The Kyiv IndependentIranian commander killed in Israeli airstrike oversaw Shahed drone supply to Russia  The Kyiv Independent

Exploited in Russia: African women forced to make drones - DWExploited in Russia: African women forced to make drones  DW

Russia's Rosatom, China's CNNC to lead consortiums to build first nuclear power plants in Kazakhstan - ReutersRussia's Rosatom, China's CNNC to lead consortiums to build first nuclear power plants in Kazakhstan  Reuters

Putin says special attention should be paid to nuclear triad in Russia's new arms programme - ReutersPutin says special attention should be paid to nuclear triad in Russia's new arms programme  Reuters

What Russia's 1 million casualties mean for Ukraine - The Kyiv IndependentWhat Russia's 1 million casualties mean for Ukraine  The Kyiv Independent

Ukrainian held by Russia describes torture, sinister threats and Kafkaesque court process - The GuardianUkrainian held by Russia describes torture, sinister threats and Kafkaesque court process  The Guardian

Ukraine confirms drone strikes on Russian chemical plants tied to explosives production - The Kyiv IndependentUkraine confirms drone strikes on Russian chemical plants tied to explosives production  The Kyiv Independent

Russian Offensive Campaign Assessment, June 11, 2025 - Institute for the Study of WarRussian Offensive Campaign Assessment, June 11, 2025  Institute for the Study of War

Ukraine and Russia Conduct Fourth POW Swap in a Week - The Moscow TimesUkraine and Russia Conduct Fourth POW Swap in a Week  The Moscow Times

Aircraft leasing firms win multibillion-dollar lawsuit over planes ‘lost’ in Russia - The GuardianAircraft leasing firms win multibillion-dollar lawsuit over planes ‘lost’ in Russia  The Guardian

Russian Offensive Campaign Assessment, June 14, 2025 - Institute for the Study of WarRussian Offensive Campaign Assessment, June 14, 2025  Institute for the Study of War

G7 summit in Canada to see how EU, US align on Russia sanctions, says German official - ReutersG7 summit in Canada to see how EU, US align on Russia sanctions, says German official  Reuters

Russian shelling kills 1 in Kherson, mass attack hits infrastructure in Poltava Oblast - The Kyiv IndependentRussian shelling kills 1 in Kherson, mass attack hits infrastructure in Poltava Oblast  The Kyiv Independent

As Russian losses in Ukraine hit 1 million, Putin's war economy heads toward breaking point - The Kyiv IndependentAs Russian losses in Ukraine hit 1 million, Putin's war economy heads toward breaking point  The Kyiv Independent

European foreign ministers ready to toughen action against Russia - ReutersEuropean foreign ministers ready to toughen action against Russia  Reuters

Ukraine and Russia exchange more prisoners of war under Istanbul deal - Euronews.comUkraine and Russia exchange more prisoners of war under Istanbul deal  Euronews.com

From buffer zone to new front: Russia pushes deeper into Sumy Oblast - The Kyiv IndependentFrom buffer zone to new front: Russia pushes deeper into Sumy Oblast  The Kyiv Independent

Top Khamenei aide in talks with Russia for possible evacuation plan - ????? ??????????Top Khamenei aide in talks with Russia for possible evacuation plan  ????? ??????????

Russian Offensive Campaign Assessment, June 13, 2025 - Institute for the Study of WarRussian Offensive Campaign Assessment, June 13, 2025  Institute for the Study of War

Russia is shifting tactics again, assaulting Ukrainian cities with swarms of killer drones - CNNRussia is shifting tactics again, assaulting Ukrainian cities with swarms of killer drones  CNN

Ukraine Says Received Another 1,200 Bodies From Russia - The Moscow TimesUkraine Says Received Another 1,200 Bodies From Russia  The Moscow Times

Zelenskyy: ‘Russia is simply lying to Trump’ - politico.euZelenskyy: ‘Russia is simply lying to Trump’  politico.eu

Ukraine and Russia hold another prisoner exchange - France 24Ukraine and Russia hold another prisoner exchange  France 24

Russian strikes in Ukraine hit Kyiv and kill two in Odesa - BBCRussian strikes in Ukraine hit Kyiv and kill two in Odesa  BBC

Ukraine war crime trial: A Russian soldier takes the stand for an execution - BBCUkraine war crime trial: A Russian soldier takes the stand for an execution  BBC

India, Russia look to firm up agenda for Putin’s visit; Lavrov may visit in June - Times of IndiaIndia, Russia look to firm up agenda for Putin’s visit; Lavrov may visit in June  Times of India

Ukrainian intelligence details Russia’s new V2U autonomous loitering munition - The Long War JournalUkrainian intelligence details Russia’s new V2U autonomous loitering munition  The Long War Journal

Russia adviser Fiona Hill’s alarming conclusion | Letter - The GuardianRussia adviser Fiona Hill’s alarming conclusion | Letter  The Guardian

Putin's recruits: The young Africans fighting for Russia in Ukraine - Reporters - France 24Putin's recruits: The young Africans fighting for Russia in Ukraine - Reporters  France 24

Why Russia wants war between Israel and Iran - The SpectatorWhy Russia wants war between Israel and Iran  The Spectator

Ukraine repatriates bodies of 1,200 citizens in latest swap with Russia - The Kyiv IndependentUkraine repatriates bodies of 1,200 citizens in latest swap with Russia  The Kyiv Independent

Russia recruited a teenage spy. His arrest led to a crypto money trail - ReutersRussia recruited a teenage spy. His arrest led to a crypto money trail  Reuters

Rubio marks Russia Day, reaffirms calls for peace with Ukraine - ReutersRubio marks Russia Day, reaffirms calls for peace with Ukraine  Reuters