Crimea
Putin Extends Russian Sanctions on Western Countries Through 2021
Facing sanctions on many fronts, the Russian president extended by a year its own measures on countries that have tried to punish Moscow.
It's Time to Get Concerned About Russia
The travesty of Xinjiang focuses a lot of attention on China, but we must not forget that Russia is also a notorious infringer of human rights and civil liberties.
Swarms of Jellyfish Invade Crimea Shores Incredible Images Show
While jellyfish are fairly common in the area, such large congregations are quite unusual at this time of year.
Ukrainian President Says Trump Pledged to Help Him Take Crimea Back
The two men met on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly amid allegations that Trump asked Zelensky to investigate accusations of corruption against 2020 rival Joe Biden.
Why Does Ukraine Need Aid? Explaining the Anti-Russian Military Funds
The U.S. has been sending military aid to Ukraine to help its forces battle Russian-backed separatists in the east of the country.
Ukrainian President Thanks Trump for Releasing Delayed Anti-Russian Funds
Volodymyr Zelensky also thanked the U.S. for its continued support, noting he hoped to visit the White House soon for a meeting with Trump.
Trump's Praise of Putin Mocked On Russian TV With 'Señorita' Mash-Up
The current affairs show 60 Minutes on the Kremlin-backed channel Channel 1 poked fun at the U.S. president's promotion of his Russian counterpart at the G-7 summit which has just finished.
MSNBC Host: 'Staggering' to See Trump Attack Obama to Defend Russia's Putin
"I've never seen it before," the former GOP congressman said, pointing out that the attack came "in defense of an autocrat."
Trump Says It's 'Certainly Possible' He'd Invite Russia's Putin to Next G-7
"Under no condition can we agree with this logic," European Council President Donald Tusk said.
Why I Allow Adaptations of my Books—Including Under Authoritarian Regimes
Where I had reason to believe a sensitive example could lead to a book being banned, I authorized replacing it.
Author Harari Removes Putin Criticism From Russian Translation of New Book
The author replaced criticism of Putin with attacks on President Donald Trump and softened his description of Moscow's annexation of Crimea.
Two Million Years Ago, Humans Were Eating 11-Foot Tall, 1,000-Pound Birds
Remains belonging to one of the biggest birds that ever lived have been discovered in a cave in Crimea.
Russia Is Building Up Its Military In Crimea Say U.S. Defense Officials
One military expert said Crimea is "bristling with missiles like a hedgehog."
Russia: Comedian's Win in Ukraine Was 'Obvious' Choice
"It is too early to talk about President Putin's offering his congratulations to Zelensky, as well as speaking about the possibilities of working together," a Kremlin spokesperson said about comedian-actor Volodymyr Zelensky, Ukraine's new president.
Putin: Sanctioned Russians Must Be Doing a Good Job
"This is a sure sign of your successful work in Russia," Russian President Vladimir Putin told a director from the country's Ministry of Energy.
Ukraine Has Right to Develop Missiles After INF Ends
The Trump administration recently announced that it would pull out of the INF treaty, which was signed between the U.S. and the Soviet Union in 1987.
Ukraine Building Anti-Ship Missiles to Protect Itself
Months after Russia seized three Ukrainian navy ships in the Sea of Azov, the project is more relevant than ever.
Ukraine to Send More Warships Into Sea of Azov
A top Ukrainian official said the military would place new missiles onshore that would be capable of taking out distant targets, specifically mentioning the bridge linking the disputed Crimean Peninsula to Russia.
Russia Deploys More Fighter Jets to Crimea
Tensions have risen between Russia and Ukraine ever since Russian troops attacked three Ukrainian navy ships that were traveling into the Sea of Azov from the Black Sea via the Kerch Strait on November 25.
Ukrainian Troops Sent to Russian Border
"We call for calm and restraint. Russia must release the Ukrainian sailors and ships," NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg said.
Ukraine Bans Russian Men From Entering Country
Ukrainian President Petro Poroshenko said the measures would "prevent the Russian Federation from forming private armies" on Ukrainian soil.
Russia-Ukraine War? Merkel Says Putin Fully to Blame
"We know that we can only solve things through being reasonable and through dialogue," the German chancellor said.
Russia to Deploy Advanced Anti-Air Missiles to Crimea
The S-400 system is considered the most advanced in the world.
Ukraine Warns 'Full-Scale War' as Russia Tests Troops
Ukrainian President Petro Poroshenko said that the number of Russia forces at the border had "grown dramatically."
Russia Releases Videos of Seized Ukrainian Sailors
The men were captured during a violent confrontation with Russian navy ships on Sunday.
Russia and Ukraine: Protests Rage as Warships Captured
Angry anti-Russian demonstrators set fires and threw smoke bombs and flares outside the compound.
Video: Russians Cross Car-only Bridge In Cardboard Bus
The group had a novel solution to a pedestrian ban.
Trump Says Obama Allowed Crimea to be 'Taken' by Putin
"That was President Obama's regime. That was during President Obama, right?" Trump said.
Russia Angered by Largest NATO Drill Since Cold War
Around 50,000 troops, 65 vessels, 150 aircraft and 10,000 vehicles will take part in Trident Juncture 2018.
Attack at Crimean College Kills Multiple People
Russian authorities said an explosive device was used.