Kaliningrad
Russian Su-30 fighter jet crashes during training exercise
Both crew members were killed after the plane went down in Russia's western Kaliningrad region.
Putin ally jokes over taking Russian territory
Alexander Lukashenko made the comments in a meeting with the governor of the Russian exclave of Kaliningrad.
Russian troops flee Ukraine, order taxi to take them 300 miles back home
The men said instead of receiving training to fight in the conflict, commanders used them to build dugouts.
Czech lawmaker who joked about annexing Kaliningrad receives death threats
A joke about annexing Kaliningrad to Poland and the Czech Republic was taken seriously by many in Russia.
Czech petition on annexing Kaliningrad from Russia signed by thousands
"As Russia showed us in Crimea and...now in the east of Ukraine, it is perfectly fine to step onto the territory of a foreign state," the petition reads.
Mikhail Gorbachev Funeral: What Vladimir Putin Is Doing as He Skips Event
Putin had a tense relationship with Gorbachev, who oversaw the end of the Soviet Union.
Russia Sends Jets With Hypersonic Missiles to NATO Borders for 24/7 Duty
Russia reportedly said the MiG-31 aircraft are now based at a Kaliningrad airfield "as part of the implementation of additional strategic deterrence measures."
Ukraine Fears Western Capitulation on Russia as Cracks Emerge
Russia has scored two big victories this week in its sanctions battle with the West, leaving Ukraine enraged.
Europe Condemned for Caving to Russia on Kaliningrad Blockade: 'Pathetic'
Social media users have reacted with anger to the EU decision to let Russian goods pass through Lithuania to Moscow's exclave.
EU Allows Russia to Move Goods Through NATO Nations After Putin Warning
Guidance from the European Commission indicated that the transit of sanctioned goods by rail to Kaliningrad through Lithuania and Poland is permitted.
Putin and Lukashenko Planning 'Joint Response' to Lithuania Blockade
Lithuania angered Moscow after it imposed the European Union's restrictions on materials heading to Russia's Kaliningrad region on the Baltic sea coast.
Lithuania Targeted by Massive Russian Cyberattack Over Transit Blockade
Lithuania's defense ministry said similar cyberattacks are likely to continue after Moscow warned of "serious consequences" related to the transit blockade.
Putin's Nuclear-Capable Missiles Only 50 Miles From Polish Border
In 2018, Russia reportedly sent the missiles to the region, which is sandwiched between NATO members Poland and Lithuania.
How Kaliningrad Blockade Could Spark Escalation of Russia-Ukraine War
The region is sandwiched between NATO member countries Lithuania and Poland and has been Russian territory since 1945.
Russia's Connecticut-Sized Exclave in Europe Becomes New Flashpoint
One Baltic diplomatic official said Russia is "trolling" NATO states as it seeks new leverage in Ukraine.
Vladimir Putin's Ukraine Nuclear Threats Create Dangerous Guessing Game
Putin and other Russian officials have repeatedly warned Russia could use nuclear weapons against NATO nations if they intervene in the Ukraine invasion.
Russian State TV Threatens Nuclear Attack On Europe
Countries behave "too boldly" and they don't realize we can "handle them way faster" than Ukraine, a Russian TV panelist warned.
Police Arrest Man for Stealing of $6000 Moose Antlers
Russian police found the antlers outside a small town near the Polish border.
14th-Century Knights' Castle Is Up for Sale in Europe
Russia's Kaliningrad region has announced the castle is up for sale.
Russian Restaurants Buy Tripadvisor Review for $570
Some outlets have seen a huge spike in people leaving comments.
Flight Attendant 'Fired' After Russian City Name Gaffe
Kaliningrad received its current name by the Soviet Union, after serving as a German bastion in Eastern Europe for centuries.
Russia Threatens to Cut U.S. Military's Recon Jets
Moscow says it is fed up with "groundless" U.S. accusations that it is obstructing U.S. observation jets, so it will now do exactly that.
Russia Unveils Newest Missile Kit on NATO's Borders
Russia's Baltic fleet has put its newest rockets and artillery on display in the middle of Kaliningrad.
Russia Is Testing Out Live Bombings
Latvia's emergency services hotline went dead for the first time ahead of Russia's biggest nearby war game in years. Some suspect this was no coincidence.
Russia Launches Massive Armada for Latest Baltic Drill
The Baltic Fleet has called on 70 ships from its main ports and 2,000 troops ahead of a military drill on land in nearby Belarus.
Russia Points Missile at Ally China
Russia and China appear to be getting along better than ever, so why is Russia moving nuclear-capable missiles to its far eastern border?
Russian Aircraft Fire Away as NATO Boosts Air Defense
Russian helicopters blasted their targets not far from where the U.S. and NATO allies have just begun fortifying their air defenses.
U.S. Set to Sell Poland Missiles as Russia Arms Region
Poland has long called for U.S. backing in deterring Moscow, and Russian missiles are set to arrive near its border.
Russian Military Plane Confronts NATO Jet Over Baltic
A Russian jet tried to intimidate a NATO jet while attempting to escort the Russian defense minister's plane in international airspace, state news agencies claim.
Latvia Spots Two Russian Navy Ships Off Its Own Waters
The Baltic country claims Russian jets and vessels neared its borders 13 times last month.