US Forces Storm Russian Tanker 'Bella 1' Off UK Waters
US forces have reportedly boarded the Russian-flagged oil tanker 'Bella 1' off British waters, shadowed by the Russian Navy. Downing Street refuses to comment. Read the latest breaking news.
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US Forces Storm Russian Tanker Bella 1 Off UK Waters
US forces have reportedly seized the Russian-flagged oil tanker Marinera, shadowed by the Russian Navy. Downing Street refuses to comment on the incident. Read the latest breaking news.
Russia's Forests: 642 Billion Trees Shaping History & Identity
Sophie Pinkham's new book explores how Russia's immense taiga, home to more trees than stars in our galaxy, has shaped its history, wars, and national identity. Discover the forest's enduring power.
Pressure on UK to deport Alaa Abd El-Fattah before deadline
Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood faces urgent calls to deport Egyptian dissident Alaa Abd El-Fattah amid fears Cairo will strip his citizenship, leaving the UK unable to act. Read the full story.
Poland intercepts Russian spy plane over Baltic Sea
Polish fighter jets intercepted a Russian reconnaissance aircraft near its airspace, as NATO's eastern flank remains on high alert. Details on the incursion and regional tensions.
Three dead in Moscow car explosion
Two traffic police officers and a civilian killed in a suspected explosive device attack in southern Moscow. Russian authorities are investigating the incident, which follows another fatal car bombing earlier this week.
Top Russian General Killed in Suspected Car Bomb Attack
Lieutenant-General Fanil Sarvarov, a senior Russian military officer, has been killed in a suspected car bomb explosion in Moscow. The attack raises major security questions and fears of escalating covert warfare. Read the full report.
Russian General Killed in Moscow Car Bomb
Lieutenant General Fanil Sarvarov was killed by a car bomb in Moscow. Russian investigators are probing potential Ukrainian intelligence involvement. Read the latest details.
Russian General Killed in Moscow Car Bombing
A senior Russian general was assassinated by a bomb planted under his car in Moscow. Investigators suggest Ukrainian intelligence involvement. Read the latest on this escalating conflict.
Putin's General Wounded in Suspected Moscow Car Bomb
A senior Russian military official, Lt-Gen Fanil Sarvarov, is in a serious condition after a suspected car bomb explosion in Moscow. Read the latest on this alleged assassination attempt.
UK to share risk on frozen Russian assets for Ukraine
Downing Street signals Britain will share risks with European allies to unlock a multi-billion pound loan for Ukraine using frozen Russian assets. A crucial EU summit decides.
Bahrain surveillance case reaches UK Supreme Court
Bahrain argues for sovereign immunity in UK Supreme Court over alleged spyware attacks on London-based dissidents. Landmark case could reshape digital rights protections.
The brutal assassination of Rasputin revealed
Explore the mysterious death of Grigori Rasputin, the 'mad monk' whose assassination foreshadowed the fall of the Russian royal family. Uncover the full story now.
New IRA declared terrorist organisation by UK government
The UK government has officially proscribed the New IRA as a terrorist organisation, freezing assets and imposing severe penalties on supporters in a significant security move.
Russian military blogger dies after criticising Ukraine war
Exclusive: A prominent Russian military blogger known for criticising Moscow's war strategy has been found dead in his Nizhny Novgorod apartment under mysterious circumstances, raising questions about Kremlin silencing tactics.
Russia's Horrific Torture Methods Against Ukrainians Revealed
Disturbing evidence emerges of systematic torture techniques employed by Russian officers against Ukrainian civilians, with victims subjected to medieval-style brutality and psychological torment.
Russian commanders accused of executing reluctant soldiers
Shocking new report reveals systematic abuse within Russian military ranks, with commanders allegedly torturing and killing reluctant troops in brutal campaign to enforce discipline.
Four jailed in Iranian plot to kill US journalist
Four men receive lengthy prison sentences for their roles in a sophisticated Iranian assassination plot targeting prominent activist Masih Alinejad on American soil.
Putin's Goddaughter Flees Russia for Spain
Maria Putina, Vladimir Putin's goddaughter, has reportedly abandoned Moscow for Spain, joining a growing exodus of Russians seeking freedom from the Kremlin's tightening grip.
Russian rebels launch cross-border attacks against Putin
Exclusive investigation reveals how anti-Kremlin Russian militias are striking deep into Russian territory, exposing Moscow's military vulnerabilities amid the Ukraine conflict.
Wagner Group 'minions' jailed for UK terror plot
Two Russian nationals linked to Wagner Group have been sentenced to life imprisonment for plotting terrorist attacks on UK soil in a major national security case.
Three arrested in UK over Russian spy links
Three individuals have been arrested across England on suspicion of assisting Russian intelligence services in covert operations against UK targets, as counter-terrorism units launch major investigation.
Three arrested in London for suspected Russian espionage
Three individuals have been detained in a dramatic counter-espionage operation across London, suspected of gathering intelligence for Russian intelligence services. The Metropolitan Police confirms ongoing investigations into this serious national securit
Mirosław Chojecki: Dissident who challenged communist censorship
The remarkable story of Mirosław Chojecki, the Polish dissident whose underground publishing empire fuelled the Solidarity movement and helped bring down communist rule in Eastern Europe.
France foils plot to kill Putin critic, four arrested
Four suspects arrested in France over alleged conspiracy to murder Russian dissident Artem Klyushin, exposing ongoing threats to Putin critics abroad
Ballet Protest Echoes Soviet Dissent Against Putin
A daring ballet protest by a Gen Z ballerina during Swan Lake has drawn comparisons to Soviet-era dissent, sparking debate about whether youth-led resistance could challenge Vladimir Putin's authoritarian rule.
Cuban dissident José Daniel Ferrer freed, exiled to US
Prominent Cuban activist José Daniel Ferrer has been released from prison and forced into exile in the United States, ending years of international pressure and diplomatic negotiations.
Russian spy submarine spotted off French coast
Exclusive intelligence reveals a Russian spy submarine was detected operating near French naval bases, raising serious security concerns among NATO allies about Moscow's escalating surveillance activities in European waters.
Ivan Klíma: Celebrated Czech author dies aged 92
Celebrated Czech author Ivan Klíma, whose powerful dissident writings challenged communist oppression, has died aged 92. Explore the extraordinary life of the writer who turned political persecution into literary triumph.
Motherland: The Women Who Built Russia Revealed
Julia Ioffe's 'Motherland' uncovers the astonishing truth about Russia's female rulers and influencers who shaped the nation's destiny from behind the throne.
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