Russia

A Russian laboratory worker's death has sparked online claims about bubonic and pneumonic plague, but authorities have confirmed neither plague nor an outbreak in Irkutsk.

Ma. Patrice Anne A. Martin Oct 07, 2026

A reported second death at an Irkutsk hospital has intensified unverified plague claims, but Russian officials deny an outbreak and no plague infections have been confirmed among contacts.

Bernadette B. Tixon Oct 06, 2026

A Russian laboratory worker's death has prompted plague fears and Baba Vanga prophecy claims online, but authorities and the WHO say no plague outbreak has been confirmed.

Rose Enecio Oct 06, 2026

Siberian lab technician dies after reported pneumonic plague incident; authorities quarantine hospitals and monitor nearly 200 people, but plague is unconfirmed.

Niloy Chakrabarti Oct 05, 2026

Russian envoy Kirill Dmitriev has defended Jared Kushner after reports raised conflict-of-interest concerns over a proposed multibillion-dollar deal for Lukoil's international assets

Francis Miñoza Oct 04, 2026

Russian blogger Stanislav Morozov was sentenced to 14 days in administrative detention after filming himself writing an insult about Vladimir Putin on a parliamentary election ballot.

Oscar Enrico III Reyes Sep 25, 2026

The Institute for the Study of War says Germany's attribution of the Leipzig drone incident marks a shift in Europe's willingness to publicly address alleged Russian kinetic and hybrid operations.

Bernadette B. Tixon Sep 16, 2026

Britain plans a major exercise to mobilise 95,000 veterans, testing their readiness amid rising tensions with Russia, aiming to enhance military preparedness and address strategic reserve challenges.

Jericho Paradeza Sep 08, 2026

A Chinese state-owned company allegedly shipped 46 tonnes of material to a Russian drone facility under a civilian customs code, raising concerns about dual-use exports and potential sanctions violations.

Bernadette B. Tixon Sep 07, 2026

Ye's planned concerts in Russia face uncertainty as Gazprom Arena denies a contract, while Say Agency insists the event is still scheduled.

Oscar Enrico III Reyes Aug 25, 2026

The UK faces diplomatic consequences for supplying attack drones to Ukraine, used in strikes on Russian territory, escalating tensions and causing significant economic damage.

Aiza Moraña Aug 17, 2026

A Hainan Airlines flight from Beijing to Manchester diverted to Siberia due to a mechanical fault, leaving passengers stranded.

Thea Felicity Aug 16, 2026

Russia is expanding its LNG fleet to counter the EU's impending import ban, with 25 vessels now in service. This move mirrors tactics used to maintain oil exports despite sanctions.

Bernadette B. Tixon Aug 04, 2026

Brazilian psychic Athos Salomé warns that his dark 2026 prophecy about Russian missile deployments in the melting Arctic is actively unfolding, mirroring real-world geopolitical and military shifts.

Kenneth Axl Aug 02, 2026

A new book highlights the strategic cooperation between China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea, posing significant challenges to US security through military, economic, and cyber collaborations.

Tanmay Puri Jul 30, 2026

FBI Director Kash Patel plans a historic visit to Russia amid ongoing tensions over Ukraine, the first such trip since 2013, raising questions about US-Russia relations and Patel's travel expenses.

Bernadette B. Tixon Jul 21, 2026

A Russian broadcaster has censored SpongeBob SquarePants' iconic rainbow scene amid concerns over the country's anti-LGBT laws.

Thea Felicity Jul 14, 2026

A Russian anti-drone unit's training exercise went awry when a repurposed helicopter gun spun out of control, nearly injuring soldiers, highlighting tactical challenges in countering Ukrainian drone attacks.

Aiza Moraña Jul 12, 2026

A leaked European intelligence report warns of an impending banking crisis in Russia, driven by war economy pressures, rising bankruptcies, and increased exposure to bad loans.

Robert Gorgonio Jul 08, 2026

Russia's largest aerial assault on Kyiv killed 20 and injured over 90, with missiles and drones causing destruction and sparking urgent calls for stronger air defence support.

Christelle May Napiza Jul 02, 2026

Russian President Vladimir Putin has rejected Ukraine's proposal to halt long-range strikes, citing strategic advantages. Both nations continue exchanging attacks, with negotiations remaining stalled.

Seneca Cabrera Jun 30, 2026

Jordan Flowers claims Russia and China may be reverse-engineering alien technology, raising national security concerns. However, no solid evidence supports these assertions.

Francis Miñoza Jun 29, 2026

Newly released US files suggest Russia and China may be reverse-engineering UFOs, sparking debate on national security and transparency. The files raise more questions than answers about extraterrestrial technology.

Clarizza Potoy Jun 18, 2026

Russian families use AI-generated videos to recreate moments with soldiers lost in the Ukraine war, stirring criticisms over the ethical implications and impact on grief processing.

Thea Felicity Jun 18, 2026

Vladimir Putin met Xi Jinping in Beijing days after Xi hosted Donald Trump, highlighting deepening China-Russia ties amid global tensions and sanctions.

Nick Suter May 20, 2026

Vladimir Putin met his former teacher, sparking discussion of body double rumours. The state media-staged encounter aimed to reinforce Putin's image as firmly in control.

Francis Miñoza May 12, 2026

Anti-Kremlin group Pussy Riot staged a protest outside the Russian pavilion at the Venice Biennale, prompting a temporary shutdown amid controversy over Russia's return since the war in Ukraine began.

Nick Suter May 08, 2026

At the OSCE in Vienna, the UK envoy rejects Moscow's latest threat in blunt terms and demands the release of three detained monitors, signalling no shift in Britain's stance.

Welbert Bauyaban Apr 24, 2026

UK Defence Secretary John Healey warns Vladimir Putin of 'serious consequences' after Russian spy submarines were tracked near North Atlantic undersea cables and pipelines.

Maybelyn B. Paden Apr 10, 2026

As Russian state TV pundits brand themselves a 'Nuclear Maniacs Club' and urge a Trump-style ultimatum to Ukraine, nuclear threats are entering public discourse, raising urgent calls for clearer global red lines.

Maybelyn B. Paden Apr 07, 2026