Live News of Moscow April 25, 2024

Polish Foreign Minister Warns Of Russian Defeat In NATO Conflict

WARSAW, Poland (AP) — The Polish foreign minister has issued a strong statement regarding the potential for a Russian attack on NATO. According to the minister, any such attack would ultimately result in defeat for Moscow.Read More

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Russian Defense Official Detained In Bribery Scandal

A third man has been detained in a bribery case involving one of Russia's most senior defense officials, according to Moscow's court service. Businessman Alexander Fomin is suspected of paying bribes to Deputy Defense MiniRead More

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Kremlin: US Missiles To Ukraine Won't Alter War Outcome

The Kremlin has stated that the recent deployment of U.S. long-range missiles to Ukraine will not alter the outcome of the ongoing conflict in the region. This announcement comes amidst escalating tensions between Russia aRead More

Russia Vetoes UN Resolution On Nuclear Weapons In Space

Russia has vetoed a United Nations resolution that sought to ban the use of nuclear weapons in outer space. The veto came amid concerns raised by US intelligence that Moscow is developing a nuclear device capable...Read More

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Russian Deputy Defense Minister Charged With Bribery

A Russian deputy defense minister, Timur Ivanov, has been charged with accepting a bribe of 1 million rubles (approximately $10,800), making it the highest-profile corruption scandal in Russia since President Vladimir PutiRead More

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US Delivers Long-Range Missiles To Ukraine After Biden Approval

The Pentagon confirmed on Wednesday that the US had delivered long-range missiles to Ukraine earlier this month, following President Joe Biden's approval. The transfer of the long-range ATACMS missiles was authorized by BiRead More

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Russian Orthodox Priest Suspended For Navalny Services Participation

The patriarch of the Russian Orthodox Church has suspended a priest who participated in services for the late opposition leader Alexei Navalny. Dmitry Safronov took part in Navalny's funeral and presided over the commemoraRead More

Russian Deputy Defense Minister Arrested For Bribery

A top Russian military official, Timur Ivanov, was arrested on suspicion of accepting a bribe and has been sent to pre-trial detention in Moscow. Ivanov, one of Russia's deputy defense ministers, was arrested for allegedlyRead More

US Secretary Of State Warns China Over Russia Support

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken arrived in China on Wednesday for a crucial visit aimed at addressing China's support for Russia amid the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. Blinken is expected to deliver a strong warning...Read More

Wall Street Journal Reporter Remains Jailed In Russia

A Moscow court has denied the appeal of a 32-year-old U.S. citizen who has been detained on espionage charges since late March 2023. The journalist, who was on a reporting trip, has been in jail for...Read More

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Blinken Addresses Key Issues In U.S.-China Talks

Secretary of State Antony Blinken is embarking on a crucial three-day diplomatic mission to engage in discussions with senior Chinese officials in Shanghai and Beijing this week. The talks come at a pivotal moment for U.S.Read More

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Biden Promises Air Defense Aid To Ukraine Amid Russian Attacks

President Joe Biden assured Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Monday that the U.S. will provide much-needed air defense weaponry once the Senate approves a $61 billion national security aid package for Ukraine. ThRead More

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Syria's Only Astronaut Mohammad Faris Dies In Turkish Exile

Mohammad Faris, also known as the 'Armstrong of the Arab World,' and Syria's only astronaut, has died at the age of 72 in exile in the Turkish city of Gaziantep. Faris passed away due to complications...Read More

Ukraine Launches Drone Attacks On Russian Regions

Ukraine has launched attacks on eight Russian regions using long-range strike drones, targeting a fuel depot and power substations. The attacks, confirmed by the Russian Defense Ministry, are part of a renewed effort by MoRead More

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Ukraine Launches Drone Attacks On Russian Energy Infrastructure

Ukraine has reportedly launched a series of drone attacks on Russia, targeting the country's energy infrastructure. The Defense Ministry in Moscow confirmed that fifty drones were intercepted by Russian air defenses acrossRead More

Two Men Detained In Poland For Attacking Russian Activist

Two men have been detained in Poland on suspicion of attacking Russian activist Leonid Volkov, an ally of the late opposition leader Alexei Navalny. The attack on Volkov occurred on March 12 outside his home in...Read More

Russia Urges Restraint Following Israeli Strike On Iran

Russia has urged restraint following Israel's military strike on Iran, a country with which the Kremlin maintains a close strategic partnership. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov stated during a call with journalists that RuRead More

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Ukraine Claims Shooting Down Russian Bomber Amid Escalating Conflict

Ukraine's air force reported on Friday that it had successfully shot down a Russian strategic bomber, although Moscow officials countered by stating that the plane had crashed due to a malfunction following a combat missioRead More

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Polish Man Arrested For Alleged Russian Spy Plot

A Polish man has been arrested on allegations of being ready to spy on behalf of Russia’s military intelligence in an alleged plot to assassinate Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, Polish prosecutors said Thursday.Read More

Trump Urges Europe To Increase Aid To Ukraine Amid War

Former President Trump recently took to his Truth Social account to demand that Europe step up its assistance to Ukraine in its conflict with Russia. He questioned why the U.S., despite being geographically distant from UkRead More