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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.

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.

Farage associate took Russian money while MEP

Reform UK faces explosive allegations as European Parliament records reveal Nigel Farage's close associate Nathan Gill received substantial payments from Russian businesses while both served as MEPs.

Cooper warns of Balkan security threat to UK

Shadow Home Secretary warns of growing Russian and Chinese influence in Serbia and North Macedonia, urging immediate government action to prevent security threats to Britain.

France seizes Russian oil tanker in Channel sanctions raid

In a dramatic enforcement of EU sanctions, French officials have impounded the Boracay tanker carrying Russian oil products near Cherbourg. The vessel, linked to a sanctioned Russian oligarch, highlights Europe's tightening grip on Moscow's energy exports

Trump's Diplomatic Storm at UN: Ukraine, Gaza, Germany

Former US President Donald Trump delivered a contentious speech, criticising Western support for Ukraine and Germany's reliance on Russian energy, while making controversial remarks on Gaza. This analysis breaks down the key moments and the international

Chilling CCTV shows Russian missile strike on Dnipro

Shocking new CCTV video captures the precise moment a Russian missile slams into a residential building in the eastern Ukrainian city of Dnipro, in a brutal attack underscoring the ongoing terror faced by civilians.

Reeves to Seize Russian Assets for Ukraine

UK Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces bold plan to use frozen Russian assets for Ukraine's rebuilding efforts, aligning with G7 allies and signalling a tougher stance on Kremlin-linked wealth.

Trump Hails Putin's Ukraine Invasion as 'Holy' Endeavour

Former US President Donald Trump has sparked outrage by praising Vladimir Putin's invasion of Ukraine as a 'holy' endeavour during a speech to a conservative Orthodox Christian group in New York, drawing fierce condemnation from Ukrainian religious leader

EU Imposes Major New Sanctions on Russian Oil & Gas

The European Union unveils its most aggressive sanctions package yet, directly targeting Russia's critical oil and gas sectors. The move aims to cripple Putin's ability to fund the ongoing war in Ukraine, marking a significant escalation in the West's eco

Putin's 'Pin Girl' Vanishes After Kremlin Stay

Exclusive report reveals the mysterious disappearance of a teenage girl, known as 'Putin's pin girl', after a fortnight at the Russian leader's residence. She has since reappeared at a high-security Moscow apartment, sparking intense speculation.

Lithuania dismantles Russian spy ring in Vilnius

Lithuanian intelligence exposes a sophisticated Russian spy network operating in Vilnius, arresting a suspect linked to the Wagner Group and foiling plans to recruit operatives for sabotage.

Ukraine's Railway Sabotage Cripples Russian Supply Lines

Exclusive briefing: Ukrainian special forces and partisans are systematically dismantling Russia's military supply lines through targeted strikes on key railway infrastructure, causing chaos and delays for Moscow's troops.

UK sanctions target Russian metals and diamonds

The UK government announces a new wave of sanctions aimed at crippling Russia's war economy, banning imports of Russian metals and targeting the lucrative diamond industry in coordination with G7 allies.

Russian drone breaches Polish airspace, triggers alert

A Russian drone breached Polish airspace, triggering a national alert and swift military response. The incident, occurring just hours before Warsaw closed its border with Belarus, intensifies regional security fears and underscores the spillover risks fro

Epstein Brokered Mandelson's Deal With Russian Oligarch

Explosive documents reveal how disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein brokered a multi-million pound deal between Lord Mandelson and Russian oligarch Oleg Deripaska in 2005, raising serious questions about political influence and secretive dealings.

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