January 9, 2024 Russian national in California pleads guilty to funneling money to 'jihad' fundraiser supporting terror group The DOJ said a Russian national in California, pleaded guilty to providing material support to a designated foreign terrorist organization Monday.
January 9, 2024 Communist candidate approved for Russian presidential election The Russian Communist Party has registered candidate Nikolai Kharitonov to stand in the upcoming presidential election against incumbent President Vladimir Putin.
January 9, 2024 US citizen arrested in Russia on drug charges, officials say A U.S. citizen has been arrested in Russia on drug charges. The Moscow courts have ordered him to be held in custody for two months for an official investigation.
January 8, 2024 Japanese foreign minister visits Poland, pledges support against Russian aggression Japanese Foreign Minister Yoko Kamikawa visited Poland on Monday to strengthen ties with the NATO nation. During her visit, she met with Foreign Minister Radek Sikorski.
January 6, 2024 Russia registers 2 candidates against Putin in upcoming election Russian officials have registered two candidates to stand against President Vladimir Putin in the upcoming March 2024 election for the nation's top executive position.
January 5, 2024 Russia using North Korean-made missiles against Ukraine, White House says The Russian Armed Forces are using ballistic missiles manufactured by North Korea, National Security Council spokesman John Kirby claimed at a press briefing this week.
January 4, 2024 Putin offers citizenship to foreigners who fight for Russia against Ukraine Russian President Vladimir Putin issued a decree this week offering citizenship to foreigners who sign a one-year contract to fight in the ongoing invasion of Ukraine.
January 4, 2024 Russia moves forward with Iran deal to purchase ballistic missiles, report says Moscow and Tehran, Iran, are reportedly moving forward on an agreement to buy Iranian short-range ballistic missiles likely to be used in the Ukraine war.
January 4, 2024 Tearful reunions as Russia and Ukraine exchange hundreds of prisoners Russia and Ukraine exchanged hundreds of prisoners of war Wednesday, the first in nearly five months and the largest swap between the countries since the war started.
January 3, 2024 Over 200 Ukrainian soldiers and civilians returned from Russian captivity, Zelenskyy says Over 200 Ukrainian soldiers and civilians were released from Russian captivity and returned home on Wednesday, according to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.