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Putin critic Nemtsov was gunned down in sight of the Kremlin, but police claim CCTV cameras were turned off at the time.

Thousands of Nemtsov supporters set to gather in central Moscow to pay tribute.

Foreign Minister Abdullah bin Zayed al Nahyan says defence deal covers only sharing of technology.

Nemtsov's supporters claim killing was 'politically motivated' while Moscow begins investigation.

Russian president Vladimir Putin says that war with Ukraine is 'unlikely' in an interview on state-run television.

None of us believes a word Putin says - they're just saying something nice to avoid telling the truth.

BREAKING: Fate of the two pilots remains unknown as Moscow presses search and rescue measures to locate the tactical bomber.

Moscow has warned that Nato's latest expansion in eastern Europe could lead to "military confrontation" in the region.

German and French leaders to push for diplomatic solution to escalating crisis in eastern Ukraine.

Russian bomber said to have been carrying nuclear weapon while intercepted over UK airspace by RAF jets.

Security forces in Mariupol in eastern Ukraine remain on high alert over raging fighting.

Pro-Russian separatist leader determined to take on Ukrainian forces amid simmering conflict in the eastern region.

Putin's call comes as Ukrainian president Petro Poroshenko vows to recapture all territories in eastern region from pro-Russian separatists.

Even as peace talks are to take place in Berlin and Kazakhstan, President Petro Poroshenko bolsters army's might.

Moscow lists Nato alliance as top security threat in revised military doctrine.

Hundreds of prisoners freed in rebel stronghold Donetsk after deal facilitated by OCSE.

Putin's speech has done little to allay fears about the economy's impending collapse.

Russia's economy is resilient and we will survive this downturn.

Russia invites North Korean leader Kim Jong-un for the 70th anniversary of World War II.

Russian President Vladimir Putin to visit India for two-day bilateral summit to widen ties.

Sergei Pugachev claims Russian premier abused Interpol system after it named him on most wanted list.

High-level Syrian delegation led by foreign minister to visit Moscow for two-day negotiations.

Moscow reportedly moves tanks, radar systems and fighter jets along Ukraine border.

New station to be positioned at better angle to provide extended view of Russia and Arctic offshore.

US defence secretary Chuck Hagel the admits US nuclear weapons force needs updating.

Russia was initially blamed as a mysterious vessel was spotted inside Swedish waters.

Actor who criticised Kremlin found dead in suspicious circumstances.

Death metal band Cannibal Corpse are about to tour Russia - and Putin's reaction could create fresh turmoil.

Italian police seizes assets of Russian businessman close to President Putin.

Both sides agree to withdraw 'foreign mercenaries' and heavy weapons immediately.