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How Putin's 'Nuclear Football' Really Works
A nuclear launch hub called a "nuclear football" accompanies American presidents everywhere. Russian leaders have their own such system, called the Cheget.
Putin Has Spent Billions on Ukraine War—And His Military Is Struggling
According to one estimate, Russia is spending about 21 billion rubles—or more than $330 million—a day on the war in Ukraine.
Putin Loses Another Close Ally as Russia Closes in on 100 Days in Ukraine
Valentin Yumashev, the son-in-law of former Russian leader Boris Yeltsin, has reportedly left his position as a Kremlin adviser.
Russia Anchorman Known As 'Putin's Voice' Wants Moscow to Take Stonehenge
"Where will we stop? Well, as I was saying today, maybe Stonehenge," said Vladimir Solovyov on Monday.
Russia Denies Putin Is Suffering From Serious Illness
A Kremlin official publicly denied the Russian president is gravely sick.
Donbas Woman Used by Russian Propagandists Rips Putin Over War: 'Calamity'
Anna Ivanova, despite her actual views, has been praised by Russian leaders and state-run media, who refer to her fondly as "Grandma Anna."
Russia 'Refusing' to Risk Equipment to Evacuate Wounded in Ukraine: Report
In a Saturday assessment, the Institute for the Study of War said that there is "eroding military professionalism" within the leadership of Russia's forces.
Putin's 'Private Army' Troops Fired for 'Refusing' to Fight in Ukraine
A Russian military court assessed Wednesday that the sacking of 115 servicemembers was justified after troops decided to return to their base instead.
Putin Is Using Ukrainians to Set Russia Up for Victory in Peace Talks
Experts tell Newsweek that Putin's recent decree that eases citizenship requirements for residents of occupied territories could be a strategic move.
Putin's Chipping Away at Ukraine's Sovereignty and the War Isn't Even Over
Ukraine has denounced a new move by Russia's president that it said erodes away at the country's "sovereignty and territorial integrity."
Russia's Elite Want Putin Out of Office: Report
Sources told an independent Russian news outlet in Latvia there have been quiet talks in the Kremlin about Putin's eventual successor.
Kremlin Official Tells Russian Newspaper When Ukraine War Will End
One of Russian President Vladimir Putin's most trusted aides discussed when Russia will end its military campaign in Ukraine.
Fire Erupts at Russia Aviation Institute Near Moscow as Ukraine War Rages
Emergency responders put out the fire at the Central Aerohydrodynamic Institute on Saturday, May 21.
Putin Is Bringing His Disinformation War to Ukraine
Russia has long used propaganda as a weapon, and recent reports say its president has been spreading disinformation to the Ukrainian people about his war.
Russians Suggest New McDonald's Names, 'Z-Burger, RusDonald's, MakRus'
Businessman Alexander Govor has bought the fast food chain's Russian restaurants after the Golden Arches brand pulled out of Russia following the invasion of Ukraine.
Arsonists Setting Fire to Russian Military Enlistment Offices: Reports
Numerous reports say Russian military recruitment buildings have been targeted in arson attacks since the war in Ukraine began.
Russia's Guided-Missile Shortage Has Been Deadly for Ukraine's Civilians
Russia's increased use of "dumb" bombs has likely resulted in the deaths of more Ukrainian civilians, officials said.
Russia State TV Stands by Nuclear Threat: Ireland is 'Collateral Damage'
Russian TV host Dmitry Kiselyov doubled down on content from a previous program that outraged Ireland.
Russia's Spending $15.5 Million an Hour on Ukraine War
President Vladimir Putin spent 628 billion rubles on his military in April, Russia's Ministry of Finance reported,
Putin Arming Troops With Newest Weapons as Russia Struggles in Ukraine
The Russian leader sent tanks and anti-aircraft missile systems to his forces in Ukraine this week.
Russians Line Up for McDonald's as It Leaves, Mirroring When Chain Opened
The fast-food chain announced this week that it will sell its 850 restaurants in Russia due to the ongoing war in Ukraine.
Russian Bloggers 'Shocked' at Military's 'Incompetence' in Ukraine: Report
The mini-bloggers previously cheered Putin's military, but now "criticized Russian armed forces leadership," the Institute for the Study of War said Saturday.
Russia Likely Lost 'One Third' of Ground Force in Ukraine: UK Defense
Vladimir Putin's troops are increasingly constrained by "continued low morale and reduced combat effectiveness," the U.K.'s defense ministry said Sunday.
Putin 'Humiliating Himself' in Ukraine and Must Be Defeated: U.K. Official
British Foreign Secretary Liz Truss urged fellow Western leaders to "go further and faster" in support of Ukraine.
Military Expert Gives Putin's Forces 90 Days in Ukraine
A military expert told Newsweek he feels Putin's forces are wearing thin and can't continue the war for much longer in Ukraine.
Putin Points Finger Back at West, Biden for Causing Global Inflation Crisis
The Russian president said that his country was "confidently managing in the face of external challenges."
Alexander Subbotin is 7th Russian Oligarch to Mysteriously Die This Year
Some local news outlets reported Subbotin went in search of a hangover cure allegedly involving toad poison before his death, but these claims have not been substantiated.
Putin's Military Officers Refusing to Obey Orders in Ukraine: U.S. Official
A senior Department of Defense official characterized the Russian leadership on the ground as not being sound or in control.
Russia Losing Ground in Ukraine As Putin Touts Commitment to War
Putin defended his decision to invade Ukraine as the "only right solution" during a speech he gave to commemorate the Victory Day celebrations Monday.
Putin Offers Few Clues About His Plans for Ukraine in Victory Day Speech
Putin made several references to the war in Ukraine during his address at a parade held for Russia's annual commemoration of Nazi Germany's defeat.