Russian President Vladimir Putin

Global tensions rise as Vladimir Putin declares Russia ready for war. Experts identify the safest remote nations, from Antarctica to New Zealand, to survive World War III.

Luis Vincent Gochoco Dec 04, 2025

The Kremlin continues to dismiss all health concerns as 'fake news', but with each shaky public appearance, the global speculation only intensifies. Are these the 'painful' signs of a hidden illness, as Ukrainian observers allege, or simply the normal signs of ageing, as others suggest?

Briane Nebria Nov 11, 2025

Russia's Burevestnik missile test and Netflix's A House of Dynamite share an unsettling focus on nuclear escalation, raising questions about how closely fiction reflects today's geopolitical tensions.

Mycah Puno Oct 27, 2025

The US and Russia issued severe travel advisories due to escalating tensions, indicating safety risks for citizens in both countries.

Andrea Tode Jimenez Dec 15, 2024

A list of about 100,000 names, including Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenski, in Russia's Most Wanted, amps tension amidst the Russian-Ukrainian war.

Mae Lorraine Lorenzo May 07, 2024

Navalny's passing on February 16, ignited protests in Russia and worldwide events honouring his life.

Vinay Patel Feb 27, 2024

Ivor Sechin's death is the latest in a string of such incidents that have been reported in Russia since it invaded Ukraine.

Sadhna Yadav Feb 21, 2024

Moscow and Pyongyang have become closer since the start of the Russian war in Ukraine.

Sadhna Yadav Feb 21, 2024

Acknowledging Elon Musk's unstoppable drive, Vladimir Putin suggested collaboration with regulations for a formalised process.

Vinay Patel Feb 09, 2024

Igor Sychev spoke to IBTimes about his ongoing dispute, which has resulted in a series of alleged assassination attempts and death threats, with Russian oligarchs.

Danielle Summer Jan 31, 2024

To protect Kyiv from bankruptcy, the UK and Ukraine have launched a tech programme that will allow for international networking and business collaborations.

Danielle Summer Jan 17, 2024

For almost two years, despite sanctions from the West, Subway has continued to operate more than 500 of its stores across Russia.

Danielle Summer Jan 15, 2024

The non-profit newsroom Disclose has exposed French sporting giant Decathlon for continuing to sell goods in Russia, despite sanctions.

Danielle Summer Dec 28, 2023

As Russian President Vladimir Putin continues to deny an economic crisis, the UK and its NATO allies have implemented further sanctions on Russian businesses.

Danielle Summer Dec 19, 2023

Russian President Vladimir Putin has urged families to have "eight or even more children" after an estimated 820,000 to 920,000 people have fled the country.

Danielle Summer Dec 05, 2023

A collaborative BBC Panorama investigation has exposed Sergey Mironov for illegitimately adopting a child who was kidnapped from Ukraine in 2022.

Danielle Summer Nov 28, 2023

David Cameron has stepped into his new role as Foreign Secretary with a visit to Ukraine to reinforce the UK's consistent support against Russia's aggression.

Danielle Summer Nov 16, 2023

Victims have spoken out about being held in Russian torture chambers, while others report that they were forced to listen to their loved ones being raped.

Danielle Summer Oct 23, 2023

Following his visit to Israel, Biden addressed the US in a rare Oval Office speech, in which he dubbed Hamas as "terrorists" and likened its aspirations to Putin.

Danielle Summer Oct 20, 2023

Putin continues to commit war crimes against Ukrainian nationals, while the UK declare that "the truth will catch up with Russia's lies".

Danielle Summer Oct 10, 2023

Both figures will be present at an event this September to exchange goods between the countries, according to reports mentioned by unnamed sources and allies of US officials.

Aldous Cabildo Sep 08, 2023

Following a joint investigation that was led by the National Crime Agency, the UK and US have revealed the identities of several Conti and Trickbot members.

Danielle Summer Sep 08, 2023

The UK have laid out a draft order that will see any assets of the Wagner Group as terrorist property and seized.

Danielle Summer Sep 06, 2023

Last night, Ukraine launched their biggest air strike on Russia. This morning, Russia responded with missiles that killed two men in Kyiv.

Danielle Summer Aug 30, 2023

The Russian Constitutional Court continues criminalising anyone who allegedly discredits the Russian Armed Forces or participates in anti-war protests.

Danielle Summer Aug 29, 2023

President Vladimir Putin has asked all employees of the Wagner Group and other Russian private military contractors to sign an oath of allegiance to the state.

Sadhna Yadav Aug 28, 2023

Prigozhin, who led a rebellion against Russian President Vladimir Putin in June this year, died in a plane crash along with nine other passengers on Wednesday.

Sadhna Yadav Aug 25, 2023

UK government accused Russia of participating in war crimes after Ukrainian Prisoners of War are sentenced to more than 10 years imprisonment.

Danielle Summer Aug 24, 2023

Wagner Group chief Yevgeny Prigozhin died in a plane crash along with nine other passengers on Wednesday.

Sadhna Yadav Aug 24, 2023

China's leader Xi Jinping failed to attend the most recent BRICS summit. Meanwhile, President Putin was greeted with applause as he delivered a pre-recorded speech.

Danielle Summer Aug 23, 2023