Live News of Moscow February 27, 2024

Massacre Uncovered: Bucha's Horrific War Crimes Revealed

During Russia's month-long occupation of Bucha, a residential suburb of Kiev, hundreds of civilians, including women, children, and the elderly, were brutally killed. The atrocities committed during this period have left aRead More

US Sanctions Iranian, Houthi Officials And Shipping Companies

The United States has imposed sanctions on several entities and individuals, including a deputy commander of Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps and a member of the Houthi militant group. Among those targeted are firmRead More

Latvia Extends Entry Restrictions On Russian Citizens Until 2025

Latvia's government has announced the extension of restrictions on the entry of Russian citizens into the country until March 4, 2025. This decision comes in response to Moscow's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, which officRead More

Ukrainian President Zelenskyy Visits Saudi Arabia For Peace Talks

Ukrainian President Volodomyr Zelenskyy arrived in Saudi Arabia on Tuesday with a mission to meet with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman to advocate for a peace plan and the repatriation of prisoners of war from Russia....Read More

Yellen Urges Using Frozen Russian Assets For Ukraine Reconstruction

Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen has voiced strong support for the idea of liquidating approximately $300 billion in frozen Russian Central Bank assets to assist in Ukraine's long-term reconstruction efforts. Yellen made thRead More

Russian Human Rights Advocate Sentenced To Prison For Criticizing War

A Moscow court has sentenced a veteran human rights advocate to two years and six months in prison for speaking out against the war in Ukraine. Oleg Orlov, 70, was found guilty of 'repeatedly discrediting' the...Read More

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European Leaders Unite In Support Of Ukraine Against Russia

More than 20 European heads of state and government, along with other Western officials, have convened in Paris to demonstrate solidarity with Ukraine amidst the ongoing conflict with Russia. The gathering, hosted by FrencRead More

Palestinian Prime Minister And Government Resign Amid Reform Calls

A developing story unfolded overnight as the Prime Minister of the Palestinian Authority and his government tendered their resignations. This move, while not entirely unexpected, had been hinted at in the preceding week. IRead More

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Russians In London Protest Putin's War On Ukraine Anniversary

Russians in London gathered to mark the two-year anniversary of the full-scale invasion of Ukraine by denouncing Russian President Vladimir Putin. Approximately 250 individuals marched outside the Moscow embassy, calling fRead More

Ukraine Considers Inviting Russia To Peace Summit

Ukraine has raised the prospect of inviting Russia to participate in a peace summit aimed at resolving the ongoing crisis in the region. The announcement comes amidst escalating tensions and violence in eastern Ukraine, whRead More

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North Korea Reopens Border To Russian Tourists Amid Deepening Ties

North Korea has recently reopened its border to visitors, with the latest group of tourists being a contingent of 100 Russians. This move signifies a deepening relationship between North Korea and Russia, as the two nationRead More

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Russia Hands Over Body Of Opposition Leader Alexei Navalny

Russia has handed over the body of opposition leader Alexei Navalny, with funeral arrangements pending. A spokesperson accused a Russian investigator of pressuring Navalny's mother for a secret burial. Following protests iRead More

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Ukrainian Forces Down Russian Early Warning Aircraft

Ukrainian forces achieved a significant victory on Friday by downing a Russian early warning and control aircraft, according to the country's air force chief. The incident occurred as Ukraine continues to defend itself agaRead More

New Sanctions Target Putin And 500 Others

Vladimir Putin and 500 others are facing new sanctions, but the effectiveness of these measures in changing Putin's behavior remains uncertain. The recent sanctions represent a new approach as previously unlevied sanctionsRead More

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Russia Sets Conditions For Navalny's Funeral Release

Russia has set conditions for the release of the opposition leader's body to his mother. The demands include transporting the body to Moscow on a special plane for a secret funeral. This ultimatum follows the delayed...Read More

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US Warns Iran Against Providing Ballistic Missiles To Russia

The United States has issued a warning to Iran regarding the potential transfer of ballistic missiles to Russia amidst the ongoing crisis involving Ukraine. The US government has expressed concerns over reports suggestingRead More

Alexei Navalny's Family Faces Blackmail Over Burial Conditions

A significant development has emerged from Russia as Alexei Navalny's family has reported that his mother has finally been allowed to see his body, six days after his death. The incident took place in Samarkand, a...Read More

Putin's Use Of History As Propaganda Tool In Russia

TALLINN, Estonia (AP) — Russian President Vladimir Putin recently engaged in a lengthy history lesson with Tucker Carlson, emphasizing the historical ties between Ukrainians and Russians dating back centuries. This tacticRead More

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Russian Defector Helicopter Pilot Murdered In Spanish Seaside Village

A Russian helicopter pilot who defected to Ukraine has been found murdered, shot multiple times in a Spanish seaside village. The killing of Maxim Kuzminov, as reported by Russian state media, came as no surprise, with...Read More

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President Biden To Announce $1.2 Billion Student Loan Debt Cancellation

President Biden is actively promoting an anti-Trump message both publicly and in private donor events. He is focusing on foreign policy, a rare centerpiece in presidential elections, to criticize former President Trump forRead More

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