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Finland plans border wall with Russia to stop migrant crossings
Helsinki is concerned about Moscow using migration to pressure the country into lifting sanctions and travel bans on Russians.
Brittney Griner's birthday renews calls for her release from Russian prison
The WNBA star was arrested in the days leading up to Russian President Vladimir Putin's invasion of Ukraine.
Will Russia use nuclear weapons? Thousands are betting on it
Betting websites are offering odds on a Russian nuclear attack before the end of the year.
Has Putin ended his mobilization? Moscow says goals of draft "achieved"
Moscow Mayor Sergey Sobyanin said on Monday that the goals of the partial mobilization "have been achieved in full."
Russian official rips Putin's desperate forced draft effort: "Lawlessness"
Kirill Kabanov said Friday that he received a complaint from a Russian worker who was "detained during a 'raid' on draft dodgers."
Vladimir Putin has more friends than you think
The Russian president told a summit of leaders in Astana "we believe a revision is needed of the global financial system."
The biggest nuclear war threats since Cuban missile crisis
Newsweek takes you through the most serious nuclear war near misses since the Cuban Missile Crisis, and compares them with the ongoing Ukraine war.
Putin could be replaced by more extreme leader, former U.K. spy chief warns
"Putin, and this is the great irony, is in danger of being outflanked by the very political constituency he created," said former head of MI6 Alex Younger.
Russian "elite" guard arresting military in Moscow: Ukraine intelligence
The reported arrests come as the Kremlin faces mounting criticism over President Vladimir Putin's invasion of Ukraine.
Fact Check: Did Russia mobilize man blind from birth to fight in Ukraine?
A Russian athlete "completely blind" from birth was reportedly called up to join Putin's war effort.
Russian politician who urged Putin resign says he does not fear reprisal
Gordei Nefedov, a deputy from Moscow's Lomonosovsky Municipal Council, told Newsweek he expressed his opinion "as a deputy and as a citizen."
Steven Seagal given land by Russia previously allocated for sick children
A company the actor has a stake in plans to build a martial arts center on the land, which was to be the site of a children's cancer rehabilitation facility.
Fake cheers added to Putin annexation speech as "supporters" bussed In
"There were no people who wanted to rejoice at the occupation of part of Ukraine for free and without coercion," activist George Alburov tweeted.
Russian-State TV Stunned by Lyman Retreat, Say Kyiv May Bomb Moscow
Russian officials confirmed its forces had retreated from the city of Lyman, which had previously been under its occupation.
Russia Raises Price of Vodka Amid Nationwide Protests Over Conscription
The ministry said the measures are a response to increasing production costs as a result of sanctions imposed after the Russian invasion of Ukraine.
Russian Protester Raped by Police—Report
Russian anti-war poet Artem Kamardin was allegedly assaulted by police when they raided his Moscow flat.
Edward Snowden Grateful After Vladimir Putin Grants Him Russian Citizenship
Edward Snowden has said being granted Russian citizenship by Vladimir Putin will give him "a little stability."
Putin's Supporters Complain Old Russians Are Being Sent to War
One 63-year-old man who has diabetes and a severe brain injury was among those called to fight after doctors told him he was fit for service.
Fact Check: Does Video Show Chinese Military Convoys at Russian Border?
Video of Chinese tanks "near the Russian border" claimed to be part of strike against "Evil NATO," while others speculated it was a sign of imminent invasion.
Putin's Mobilization Reinforcing Failure as Russia Struggles: Pentagon
A Pentagon press secretary said that the mobilization may address "a manpower issue" for Russia, but not necessarily solve the logistics problem.
Russia's Neighbors Threaten Jail for Those Who Fight in Ukraine
The Kyrgyzstan embassy in Russia warned citizens that they could face 10 years in prison as punishment for fighting in the war.
Ukraine War Updates: Zelensky Tells Russians to Protest Mobilization
More than a thousand people have reportedly been arrested for opposing Putin's announcement that up to 300,000 reservists would be called up to fight.
Russians Protesting a Mile From Kremlin: 'Send Putin to the Trenches'
Russian protesters are being threatened with punishments that include being drafted to fight against Ukraine.
Putin Ally Dies After Falling Down Stairs on Day of Russia Mobilization
Scientist Anatoly Gerashchenko is the latest Russian public figure who has died in mysterious circumstances since February.
Over 140,000 Sign Petition Against Mobilization in Russia
"We are not prepared to expose our men - brothers, sons, husbands, fathers and grandfathers - to any moral, ethical or physical danger."
Putin Pleads With Weapons Makers to 'Urgently' Ramp Up Production
The Russian president's call for more firepower comes as new laws impose stricter penalties against disobedient soldiers.
Moscow Remains Committed to War Effort Despite Ukrainian Successes
"The Ukrainian operational success has simply led to the realization that now we are going to have to start fighting for real," said a Russian military expert.
Russia Election Winner Says Vote Was Rigged, Refuses to Accept Victory
"I do not recognize the results of such a vote, and I cannot consider my mandate as legitimate," said Daria Bagina, who won election to Moscow's parliament.
Russia Takes Action Against Official Who Demanded Putin's Resignation
Four more members of the Smolninskoe local council are set to make court appearances this week.
Putin's Spokesman Warns Russians Angry at War: 'Very Thin Line'
Pro-Russian Telegram channels have openly criticized the Kremlin amid Ukraine's counteroffensive.