Is Czar Putin about to invade Ukraine? With Russia massing nearly 100,000 troops on Ukraine’s border, fears of an imminent war in Europe are rising

Kremlin Says US Military Aid to Ukraine Would Fuel Tensions

Washington was considering sending advisers and new equipment including weaponry to Ukraine at a time when Russia has built up forces near the border.

Putin, Erdogan hold closed-door summit in Sochi

Few details were released about the substance of the relatively brief meeting, but progress on Syria will be difficult to achieve.  

Mass shooting at Russia university leaves six dead, six injured: Officials

The gunman was himself killed after the shootings at Perm State University, around 1,300 km (800 miles) east of Moscow, Natalia Pechishcheva, a university spokesperson, said.

Russian rebuke of Turkey for Crimea support highlights Ankara’s delicate balancing act

Turkey’s support for Crimea also highlights the growing value of Ukraine and Crimea for Ankara.  

UK citizen arrested in Germany on suspicion of spying for Russia

David S, who worked at the British embassy in Berlin, is accused of exchanging documents for money

Russia resumes flights to Egypt’s Sharm el-Sheikh after six-year ban

At the time, Russian officials insisted that security procedures at Egyptian airports were insufficient.

Russia-linked company paid Youtubers to spread vaccine death disinformation: Media

The company also offered French science vlogger Léo Grasset $2,350 (2,000 Euros) to promote the same false material, insisting that he did not reveal it was a paid promotion.

Confrontation between US, pro-Iranian groups in Syria and Iraq poses challenges for Russia

While Moscow does not yet have the resources to eliminate Iranian influence in Syria, it would be in its interests to at least prevent the expansion of the activities of pro-Iranian paramilitary structures.

Iran and Russia sign visa waiver agreement

The deal focuses on making it easier for large tourist groups to travel to Iran and Russia.