Russia News & Analysis

December 14, 2025

Russia Strikes Ukraine's Odesa Port During Ongoing Peace Negotiations

Russian forces targeted Ukraine's vital Black Sea port of Odesa, leaving residents without essential services while diplomatic efforts continue to seek an end to the conflict.

#Ukraine #Russia #Odesa

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Zelensky Visits Kupiansk Frontlines as Ukraine Claims Territorial Gains

France 24

December 13, 2025

Zelensky Visits Kupiansk Frontlines as Ukraine Claims Territorial Gains

Ukrainian President visits troops defending Kupiansk as Kyiv claims recapture of settlements in Kharkiv region, challenging Russian territorial assertions.

#Ukraine #Russia #Zelensky

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Russia-Poland Tensions Rise Over Crimean Archaeologist Arrest

The New York Times

December 13, 2025

Russia-Poland Tensions Rise Over Crimean Archaeologist Arrest

Poland's detention of a Russian archaeologist working in Crimea sparks diplomatic warnings from Moscow amid ongoing territorial disputes.

#Russia #Poland #Ukraine

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Russian Strikes on Ukraine Create Energy Crisis in Moldova

Deutsche Welle

December 12, 2025

Russian Strikes on Ukraine Create Energy Crisis in Moldova

Russia's targeted attacks on Ukrainian power infrastructure have plunged neighboring Moldova into darkness, exposing critical vulnerabilities in regional energy networks.

#Moldova #Ukraine #Russia

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Ukraine Intensifies Peace Talks with Allies, Sends Revised Plan to US

Deutsche Welle

December 11, 2025

Ukraine Intensifies Peace Talks with Allies, Sends Revised Plan to US

Ukraine engages in diplomatic push with Coalition of the Willing leaders while submitting updated peace framework to Washington amid ongoing conflict with Russia.

#Ukraine #Russia #peace talks

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South Korea Vows Strong Response to China-Russia Air Incursions

BBC

December 11, 2025

South Korea Vows Strong Response to China-Russia Air Incursions

Seoul warns of 'active response' after Chinese and Russian military aircraft breach its air defense zone, escalating regional tensions.

#South Korea #China #Russia

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Ukraine Claims Kazimir Malevich as Cultural War Against Russia Intensifies

The New York Times

December 10, 2025

Ukraine Claims Kazimir Malevich as Cultural War Against Russia Intensifies

Ukraine asserts ownership over avant-garde artist Kazimir Malevich's legacy, challenging Russian cultural dominance as part of broader decolonization efforts amid ongoing conflict.

#Ukraine #Russia #cultural war

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Zelensky Ready for Ukraine Elections as Peace Deal Negotiations Heat Up

France 24

December 10, 2025

Zelensky Ready for Ukraine Elections as Peace Deal Negotiations Heat Up

Ukrainian President Zelensky announces readiness to hold elections while preparing revised peace proposals for Washington amid Trump's pressure to accept deal with Russia.

#Ukraine #Russia #Zelensky

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Russian Language Persists in Ukrainian Schools Despite War Efforts

Deutsche Welle

December 03, 2025

Russian Language Persists in Ukrainian Schools Despite War Efforts

Despite ongoing war and government Ukrainization policies, Russian remains commonly spoken in Kyiv school playgrounds, highlighting complex linguistic and cultural challenges.

#Ukraine #Russia #language-policy

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High-Stakes Moscow Talks: Trump Envoys Meet Putin on Ukraine

France 24

December 03, 2025

High-Stakes Moscow Talks: Trump Envoys Meet Putin on Ukraine

US negotiators including Jared Kushner met with Putin in Moscow for crucial Ukraine peace talks as Russia maintains battlefield momentum and war objectives.

#Ukraine #Russia #Putin

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Russian Language Persists in Kyiv Schools Despite Ukraine War

Deutsche Welle

December 01, 2025

Russian Language Persists in Kyiv Schools Despite Ukraine War

Despite ongoing conflict and Ukrainization efforts, Russian remains common in Kyiv school playgrounds, revealing complex linguistic and cultural dynamics.