Putin's growing temptation for war with Europe
As US support wavers, the risk of Russia expanding its conflict into NATO territory is alarmingly real. Explore the fragile European defence landscape.
As US support wavers, the risk of Russia expanding its conflict into NATO territory is alarmingly real. Explore the fragile European defence landscape.
Vladimir Putin warns Russia is prepared for a direct war with Europe, accusing Western powers of sabotaging peace efforts in Ukraine. Read the full analysis.
Vladimir Putin issues stark warning to Europe as peace talks with US envoy falter. Plus: British ex-soldier detained in Ukraine for alleged FSB spying and a surge in Russian missile attacks.
Vladimir Putin declares Russia prepared for immediate conflict with Europe if provoked, during talks with US envoys on Ukraine. Read the latest on the escalating crisis.
Vladimir Putin issues stark warning to the West, stating Russia is prepared for conflict over 'unacceptable' European peace terms for Ukraine. Read the latest developments.
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Vladimir Putin insists Russia has no aggressive plans for Europe, despite a history of hostile acts. Read the full analysis of the upcoming US-Russia talks.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky warns Russia is preparing for a major war in Europe as early as 2029. Read his urgent call for stronger sanctions against Moscow.
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Exclusive intelligence assessment reveals Vladimir Putin remains determined to continue his brutal war in Ukraine, needing to secure enough territory to justify Russia's devastating human and financial losses.
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Exclusive intelligence reveals Wagner Group fighters are operating covertly across Europe, with Poland and Lithuania on high alert as Russia's private army establishes new footholds.
Exclusive: In a chilling assessment, Lithuania's defence chief reveals NATO has approximately 7 years to prepare for potential Russian confrontation as Vladimir Putin's military rebuilds capacity.
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A 16-year-old girl faces two-year prison sentence for organising protest song against Vladimir Putin in Moscow bar, sparking international outrage over Russia's crackdown on dissent.
Team Europe clinches dramatic Ryder Cup victory against United States while confronting unprecedented fan behaviour issues that threatened to overshadow the prestigious tournament.
Vladimir Putin issues chilling nuclear threat amid speculation Trump could authorise Tomahawk missiles for Ukraine, escalating East-West tensions to dangerous new level.
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NATO allies are developing new protocols that would authorise member states to intercept and destroy Russian drones approaching from Ukraine, marking a significant escalation in the alliance's defensive posture.
Belarusian dictator Alexander Lukashenko has confessed to playing a crucial role in Russia's initial assault on Ukraine, revealing chilling details about military cooperation between the two regimes.
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Vladimir Putin issues terrifying nuclear warning to UK, threatening to destroy British military installations amid escalating tensions over Ukraine conflict.
Exclusive: Vladimir Putin faces unprecedented rebellion from his closest allies as Russia's military suffers devastating losses in Ukraine. Senior officials are openly criticising the war strategy in what experts call a 'stunning breakdown' of Kremlin uni