Kaliningrad
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.
Russia Intercepts U.S. Bomber Flying Over Baltic Sea
American forces are currently deployed to the region for a series of exercises with NATO allies.
Russia Wants to Extend Nuclear-Capable Missiles' Range
Russia's decision last year to deploy of the Iskander-M to a region bordering Poland and Lithuania prompted concern among both NATO allies.
Russia's Baltic Fleet To Receive New Corvette and Jets
Russian Baltic crews are already trained in using the new multirole fighter-bombers.
Russia Prepares for Show of War on West, Says Lithuania
The upcoming mass drill is the largest such operation on Lithuania's borders, according to a lawmaker.
Russia to Ramp Up Air Defence for Europe Missile Shield
Moscow has been working on missiles to overwhelm defences.
Russia Moves Nuke-Missiles Near Poland, Lithuania
Kremlin says the deployment is part of routine drills but an intelligence official says it may be a way of expressing displeasure with NATO.
Putin's Ex-Bodyguard Removed As Governor In Two Months
The Kremlin confirmed Yevgeny Zynychev had left Kaliningrad for personal reasons.
Swedes Reinforce Gotland Against Russian Invasion
In a war between NATO and Russia, Russian troops would try to occupy the island.
Putin Appoints Crimean Commander to Head Baltic Fleet
Alexander Nosatov was deputy commander of the Black Sea Fleet during the Crimea annexation.
Putin's Purge Puts Kremlin Elites on Notice
The Russian ruling class is learning a painful lesson: they are expendable.
Russia Arms Western Troops With Drones
Russia's budding drone service is being set up in the region bordering EU and NATO members.
Putin Orders Mass Reshuffle of Government: Why?
The major rotation of regional government positions hints at Putin's political strategy.
Latvia Spots 'Russian Navy Boat' Near Its Waters
The Russian tugboat Neptune was reportedly tracked approaching Latvia's sovereign waters.
Russia Stops Construction on World Cup 2018 Stadium
Sports Minister says Moscow is faced with "serious issues" over two stadiums.