Russian Presidential Election 2024: A Sham Election Extends Putin’s Rule Half a dozen cases of vandalism reported on first day of voting Russia has kicked off a three-day presidential election in a highly predictable fashion, with President Vladimir Putin poised to extend his rule for another six years. The election, marred by a ruthless crackdown … Read more
Largest Display of Defiance Against Putin in Years: Thousands of Russians Honor Alexei Navalny In a massive display of defiance against President Vladimir Putin, thousands of Russians braved the cold to honor opposition politician Alexei Navalny at his funeral earlier this month, in what has been hailed as one of the largest protests against Putin … Read more
Russian Forces Seize Control of Ukrainian City of Avdiivka Russian Troops Working to Clear Remaining Resistance at Avdiivka Coke and Chemical Plant KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — According to a statement by the Russian Defense Ministry on Saturday, Russian forces have taken complete control of the city of Avdiivka in Ukraine. Russian Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu … Read more
Highest Ranking Article: Ukrainian President Warns Allies About “Artificial Deficit” of Arms Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy Warns Allies About “Artificial Deficit” of Arms MUNICH (AP) — Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has issued a warning to allies, stating that the “artificial deficit” situation of arms for his country could potentially provide Russia with breathing space. Zelenskyy … Read more