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.
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.
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.
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.
The Kremlin declares victory in the brutal battle for Bakhmut, but Kyiv insists fierce fighting continues on the city's outskirts, branding Moscow's announcement a desperate political move.
Bestselling author Elizabeth Gilbert makes an unprecedented publishing move, halting her novel 'The Snow Forest' in solidarity with Ukraine. Discover the full story behind her powerful stand.
Ukraine's capital endures a massive overnight aerial attack. Air defences engage in fierce battle as falling debris causes fires and damage across the city. The assault marks a significant escalation in Russia's campaign.
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.
Ukraine's capital endures its most intense drone bombardment of the war, with critical infrastructure and residential areas hit in a massive overnight attack.
In a severe escalation, Russian forces launched a massive missile strike on Kyiv's government quarter, reducing a critical ministry to rubble. The attack, one of the largest in weeks, signals a dangerous new phase in the conflict as Ukraine pleads for adv
In a major escalation, Russian forces launched a massive 'kamikaze' drone attack on Kyiv overnight, targeting the city's critical infrastructure. Ukrainian air defences engaged in a fierce battle, successfully intercepting the majority of the incoming Ira
A major Russian missile barrage on Kyiv has resulted in the deaths of at least three people, including a child, and caused a catastrophic fire at a key government building, marking one of the most severe attacks on the capital in recent weeks.
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
Exclusive details emerge of the warm and jovial meeting between Russian President Vladimir Putin and North Korean's Kim Jong-un during a surprise Beijing summit, signalling a deepening of ties between the two isolated leaders.
Exclusive: Defence Secretary John Healey is considering a major policy shift that would see British military personnel deployed to Ukraine for a formal training mission, a significant escalation of the UK's support against Russian aggression.
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
Award-winning photojournalist Tamati Smith was surrounded and harassed by pro-Russia demonstrators while covering a patriotic rally in Perth. The incident, captured on video, raises serious concerns about press freedom and foreign interference on Australi
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announces a pivotal global peace summit for mid-June, urging world leaders to unite against Russian aggression and restore security.
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer has launched a scathing attack on Nigel Farage, condemning his controversial remarks that the West 'provoked' Vladimir Putin's full-scale invasion of Ukraine as utterly disgraceful and a gift to the Russian dictator.
A brutal Russian missile strike has torn through the Ukrainian city of Zaporizhzhia, leaving a trail of destruction, multiple casualties, and shattered residential buildings. Newly emerged footage captures the horrifying moment of impact and the immediate