Tensions explode at the UN as Poland and Estonia issue a stark warning over Russia's hybrid warfare tactics in the Baltics, calling for immediate NATO reinforcement. Latest on the Ukraine conflict and Europe's security crisis.
In a bold demonstration of its long-range capabilities, Ukrainian drones have successfully targeted a major Russian oil refinery in Saratov for the second time in seven days, disrupting a key asset for the Kremlin's war effort and energy exports.
Estonia's defence ministry reports a Russian military transport aircraft violated its airspace near the Baltic Sea. The incident, described as a serious provocation, heightens regional tensions and raises concerns over NATO's eastern flank security.
Former MI6 head Sir Richard Moore reveals Vladimir Putin issued a chilling missile threat against the UK in a 2022 Istanbul meeting if British weapons continued to flow into Ukraine, exposing the Kremlin's desperation.
Vietnam is strategically deepening its diplomatic and economic partnership with Russia, navigating complex global alliances after President Vladimir Putin's recent high-profile visit to Hanoi, which drew international scrutiny.
A damning new intelligence report reveals Vladimir Putin is ripping off Kim Jong-un, failing to pay for millions of North Korean shells and missiles crucial to his war in Ukraine. The £9 billion debt exposes a desperate and crumbling alliance.
Poland's Foreign Minister urges NATO allies to consider actively intercepting Russian missiles heading towards Ukraine in a significant policy shift. The proposal, debated at a Brussels meeting, highlights growing Western frustration and the search for ne
EXCLUSIVE: A Russian drone's brazen violation of Romanian and Hungarian airspace triggers emergency NATO consultations and urgent calls for bolstered air defences, raising fears of a deliberate escalation on the alliance's eastern flank.
A horrific cable car disaster on Mount Elbrus, Russia's highest mountain, has left three tourists dead and nine injured after a cable snapped, sending cabins crashing onto rocks. Emergency services continue rescue operations amid treacherous conditions.
The UK government has called in the Russian ambassador after a diplomatic vehicle was targeted in Warsaw. The FCDO condemns the 'unacceptable' act and reaffirms its support for Poland and Ukraine.
Exclusive video shows the moment a Russian freight train violently derails and explodes in a fireball, killing four, in what security sources believe is the latest coordinated sabotage attack on the country's critical infrastructure.
US Senator Marco Rubio issues a stark warning that Poland is on the verge of a 'red line' and may act unilaterally to down Russian drones violating its airspace, potentially triggering a major NATO confrontation with Russia.
Exclusive: Polish Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski reveals unprecedented military considerations amid growing fears over Trump's potential return and NATO's future.
A major 7.5 magnitude earthquake off Russia's Far East coast has triggered urgent tsunami warnings for the region, with alerts issued for Hawaii and wider Pacific areas. Authorities are urging immediate coastal evacuation.
Oscar-winner Sean Penn has launched a scathing critique of late-night host Jimmy Kimmel, labelling a joke about Vladimir Putin a 'soft betrayal' of American integrity and highlighting the perils of trivialising authoritarianism.
Poland invokes NATO's Article 4, demanding urgent consultations after a Russian-made drone violates its airspace and crashes near a key town. The incident raises fears of escalation and tests the Alliance's collective defence pledge.
Polish armed forces engage and destroy Russian missiles over NATO territory. Defence Minister Władysław Kosiniak-Kamysz confirms the incident, raising tensions amid the Ukraine conflict.
Exclusive intelligence reveals the meticulous planning behind a Russian drone's incursion into Polish airspace, triggering a swift and decisive response from NATO allies and raising serious questions about regional security.
In a bold first move, new Defence Secretary John Healey travels to Odessa to meet President Zelensky and commit urgent UK military support, including artillery guns and precision Brimstone missiles.
Explosive allegations emerge that Donald Trump allegedly encouraged a Polish leader to launch a drone attack on Russia. The Independent investigates the potential catastrophic implications for NATO and the Ukraine war.
Exclusive intelligence reveals Vladimir Putin's chilling new Arctic stronghold, designed to withstand nuclear strikes and house top officials in a doomsday scenario. Deep dive into Russia's most secure facility.
Ex-President Donald Trump signals a major foreign policy shift, declaring readiness to impose stringent new sanctions on Russia. This analysis examines the potential impact on Vladimir Putin's war machine in Ukraine and global geopolitics.
High-stakes diplomatic meeting unfolds as former President Donald Trump declares readiness to impose sweeping new sanctions on Russia, signalling a potential major shift in US foreign policy.
French President Emmanuel Macron discloses a shocking private conversation with Donald Trump, alleging the former US President proposed a deal to block US aid to Ukraine unless Russia agreed to end the conflict. The revelation raises serious questions abo
Exclusive report details Donald Trump's alleged secret peace plan for Ukraine, involving significant territorial concessions to Russia. Leaked maps and insider sources reveal a proposal that would redraw borders in Putin's favour, bypassing Kyiv and causi
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has publicly condemned Russian officials over the death of Alexei Navalny during a fiery encounter at the G20 summit in Brazil, demanding answers and accountability.
A tense, frosty handshake between Vladimir Putin and his top security official, Sergei Shoigu, has been analysed by experts as a potential sign of the Russian President's waning trust and simmering discontent within his inner circle, following a major sec
Kim Ju-ae, the daughter of North Korean leader Kim Jong-un, made a striking appearance at a military parade in Pyongyang, fueling speculation about her potential future role in the secretive regime's leadership succession.
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has personally inspected a key weapons factory, signalling a major expansion of the country's missile production capabilities as military cooperation with Russia deepens and tensions with the US and South Korea escalate.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announces a pivotal global peace summit for mid-June, urging world leaders to unite against Russian aggression and restore security.