Putin Says Russia Striving to End Ukraine Conflict Soon
Russian President Vladimir Putin announced efforts to end the Ukraine conflict swiftly, aiming for a peaceful resolution that could ease global tensions and economic pressures.
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Russia Declares Federal Emergency After Black Sea Oil Spill
Russia has declared a federal emergency after two tankers spilled oil in the Black Sea, polluting beaches and harming wildlife near Anapa.
Four Killed in Russian Town Amid Reported Ukrainian Shelling
Four people killed and five injured in Russia’s Kursk region after reported Ukrainian shelling hits the town of Lgov.
Slovak PM Meets Putin to Secure Russian Gas Amid Ukraine Transit Halt
Slovak PM Robert Fico meets with Russia’s Putin to secure gas supplies as Ukraine plans to halt transit of Russian gas through its territory from January 2025.
Ukraine Receives Bodies of 503 Fallen Soldiers from Russia
Kyiv announced it has received the bodies of 503 Ukrainian soldiers from Russia, highlighting the high human cost of the ongoing conflict between the two nations.
Putin Acknowledges Overheating Russian Economy Amid High Inflation
President Putin admits Russia’s economy is overheating and high inflation is a concern, despite claiming overall stability.
Assad Evacuated to Moscow Amid Drone Attacks on Syrian Base
Syrian President Bashar al-Assad was evacuated to Moscow on December 8 after drone attacks on the Hmeimim air base, highlighting escalating tensions in Syria.
Russia Hits Ukraine with Massive Strikes Following ATACMS Attacks
Russia launches massive missile strikes on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure in retaliation for Kyiv’s use of U.S.-made ATACMS missiles.
Xi Jinping and Medvedev Strengthen China-Russia Ties in Beijing Meeting
Chinese President Xi Jinping met with Russia’s United Russia party chairman Dmitry Medvedev in Beijing to discuss strengthening ties.
Russia Reclaims Novoivanovka from Ukrainian Forces in Kursk Region
Russian forces have regained control of Novoivanovka in the Kursk region after Ukrainian forces seized territory there earlier this month, the Russian Defense Ministry announced.