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June 29, 2024 at 7:18 PM

Russian officials report 5 dead in a drone strike as a Russian attack hits apartments

Russian attacks across eastern Ukraine have killed at least 11 people while rescuers in the city of Dnipro dug through rubble after a Russian strike ripped through a nine-story residential building leaving one dead
June 29, 2024 at 7:18 PM
Police officers of the White Angels unit help an elderly woman walk into a van during an evacuation to safe areas, in Toretsk, Donetsk region, Ukraine, Friday, June 28, 2024. (AP Photo/Evgeniy Maloletka)
June 29, 2024 at 5:26 PM

Ukrainians held prisoner for years in Russia return to Kyiv

Ten Ukrainians held prisoner for years by Russia have been released with the Vatican's mediation
June 29, 2024 at 5:26 PM
Nariman Dzhelyal, deputy head of the Mejlis of the Crimean Tatar People, center, in Kyiv airport, Ukraine, Saturday, June 29, 2024. Ten Ukrainians who had been held prisoners for years, were released from Russian captivity on Friday with a mediation of Vatican, said Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. Among the freed was Deputy Head of the Mejlis Nariman Dzhelyal. Mejlis is a representative body of Crimean Tatars that was relocated to Kyiv after Russia seized Crimea.(AP Photo/Alex Babenko)
June 28, 2024 at 2:14 PM

Russia warns it can respond to US drone flights over Black Sea

Russia’s Defense Ministry says officials have been ordered to prepare a response to U.S. drone flights over the Black Sea, in an apparent warning that Moscow may take forceful action to ward off the American reconnaissance aircraft
June 28, 2024 at 2:14 PM
FILE - A U.S. MQ-9 drone is on display during an air show at Kandahar Airfield, Afghanistan, Tuesday, Jan. 23, 2018. Russia's defense minister has ordered officials to prepare a “response” to U.S. drone flights over the Black Sea, the ministry said Friday, June 28, 2024, in an apparent warning that Moscow may take forceful action to ward off the American reconnaissance aircraft. (AP Photo/Massoud Hossaini, File)
June 27, 2024 at 2:06 PM

2 dead, 1 missing and dozens injured in Russia after a passenger train derailment

Officials say a passenger train derailment in northern Russia has killed three people and injured dozens
June 27, 2024 at 2:06 PM
In this photo taken from video released by Russian Emergency Ministry Press Service on Wednesday, June 26, 2024, Russian Emergency Ministry workers help a woman to leave a damaged carriage on the Inta - Ugolny stretch to Komi in the northern republic of Komi, Russia. A Russian state-run railway company says a passenger train derailment in northern Russia has killed at least two people and left one other person is missing. Russian Railways said in a statement on Thursday morning that the derailment of a 14-carriage train occurred Wednesday night in the northern republic of Komi, according to the Russian Railways, with nine carriages running off the rails. (Russian Emergency Ministry Press Service via AP)
June 27, 2024 at 9:18 AM

Reporter Evan Gershkovich arrives in Russian court for secret espionage trial

The case against the journalist has been widely denounced by U.S. officials and press-freedom advocates, along with Gershkovich's editor and publisher.
June 27, 2024 at 9:18 AM
Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich, who stands trial on spying charges, is seen inside an enclosure for defendants before a court hearing in Yekaterinburg, Russia June 26, 2024.
June 27, 2024 at 12:31 AM

Evan Gershkovich on trial in Russia on espionage charges

The espionage trial for Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich began in Russia on Wednesday. U.S. officials have accused the Kremlin of using the case to achieve its political objectives.
June 27, 2024 at 12:31 AM
VIDEO: Evan Gershkovich on trial in Russia on espionage charges
June 26, 2024 at 7:21 PM

DOJ offers $10M reward in alleged Russian hacking

Federal prosecutors said they are looking for a Russian civilian who allegedly hacked dozens of Ukrainian government agencies in the lead-up to the 2022 invasion.
June 26, 2024 at 7:21 PM
June 26, 2024 at 1:30 PM

Trial of detained WSJ journalist underway in Russia

Evan Gershkovich was put on trial this morning in a Russian city about 1,000 miles away from Moscow.
June 26, 2024 at 1:30 PM
VIDEO: Trial of detained WSJ journalist underway in Russia
June 25, 2024 at 12:59 PM

A botulism outbreak in Russia leaves 1 dead, scores more hospitalized after eating readymade salads

Russian authorities say one person has died and scores more remain hospitalized in an outbreak of botulism spanning several regions
June 25, 2024 at 12:59 PM
June 25, 2024 at 10:06 AM

India's Prime Minister Modi will visit Russia, the Kremlin says

The Kremlin says that Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to visit Russia
June 25, 2024 at 10:06 AM
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi addresses the media as he arrives to attend the first day of the Parliament session of the 18th Lok Sabha in New Delhi, India, Monday, June 24, 2024. (AP Photo)
June 25, 2024 at 9:02 AM

Poland rolls out 'Holidays with the Army' in a recruitment drive with Russia in mind

Poland’s army has launched a program called “Holidays with the Army” to train young volunteers in combat
June 25, 2024 at 9:02 AM
Col. Pawel Galazka, Commander of the 18th Logistics Regiment speaks to The Associated Press in Lomza, Poland, on Thursday June 20, 2024. Galazka's regiment is overseeing training of volunteers taking part in summer training program called "Holidays with the Army." Despite the name, it is actually rigorous basic training in combat, shooting and other skills as Poland seeks for new recruits for its growing army, mindful of Russia's revived imperial ambitions. (AP Photo/Czarek Sokolowski)
June 24, 2024 at 10:09 PM

Fire kills 8 in office building near Moscow

At least eight people have died in a fire in an office building near Moscow, including two who jumped from the building to escape the flames
June 24, 2024 at 10:09 PM
June 24, 2024 at 2:34 PM

20 killed, including police officers, in Russia as gunmen attack synagogues, churches

An apparent coordinated attack Sunday in southern Russia has left at least 20 people dead, including 15 law enforcement officers.
June 24, 2024 at 2:34 PM
A view shows a shooting scene on the street of Makhachkala in southern Russia, June 23, 2024, in this still image obtained from a video.
June 24, 2024 at 1:33 PM

Russia summons US ambassador over attack that Moscow says used American-made missiles

The Russian Foreign Ministry has summoned the American ambassador to protest what it says was the use of U.S.-made advanced missiles in a Ukrainian attack on Russian-annexed Crimea that reportedly killed four people and wounded more than 150
June 24, 2024 at 1:33 PM
FILE - In this image provided by the U.S. Army, soldiers, from the 3rd Battalion, 321st Field Artillery Regiment of the 18th Field Artillery Brigade out of Fort Bragg N.C., conduct live fire testing at White Sands Missile Range, N.M., on Dec. 14, 2021, of early versions of the Army Tactical Missile System. The Russian Foreign Ministry summoned the American ambassador on Monday, June 24, 2024, to protest what it says was the use of U.S.-made advanced missiles in a Ukrainian attack that reportedly killed four people and wounded more than 150. (John Hamilton/U.S. Army via AP, File)
June 24, 2024 at 1:17 AM

Coordinated attacks by gunmen in Russia's Dagestan region

Nine people were killed, seven of them police officers, and many more were injured after gunmen attacked two churches, a synagogue and a police checkpoint in Makhachkala and then Derbent.
June 24, 2024 at 1:17 AM
VIDEO: Coordinated attacks by gunmen in Russia's Dagestan region
June 24, 2024 at 12:34 AM

With its new pact with North Korea, Russia raises the stakes with the West over Ukraine

Behind the pageantry of President Vladimir Putin’s visit to North Korea, a strong signal came through: In the spiraling confrontation with the U.S. and its allies over Ukraine, the Russian leader is willing to challenge Western interests like never before
June 24, 2024 at 12:34 AM
In this photo provided by the North Korean government, Russian President Vladimir Putin, left, and North Korea's leader Kim Jong Un attend a gala concert in Pyongyang, North Korea, Wednesday, June 19, 2024. The content of this image is as provided and cannot be independently verified. Korean language watermark on image as provided by source reads: "KCNA" which is the abbreviation for Korean Central News Agency. (Korean Central News Agency/Korea News Service via AP)
June 23, 2024 at 8:22 AM

As U.S.-supplied weapons show impact inside Russia, Ukrainian soldiers hope for deeper strikes

Ukraine is having some success in halting Russia’s new push along the northeast front weeks after the decision allowing the country to use U.S.-supplied weapons for limited strikes in Russian territory
June 23, 2024 at 8:22 AM
FILE - In this image provided by the U.S. Army, U.S. Army Sgt. Ian Ketterling, gunner for Alpha Battery, 1st Battalion, 3rd Field Artillery Regiment, 17th Field Artillery Brigade, prepares the crane for loading the Army Tactical Missile System (ATACMS) on to the High Mobility Artillery Rocket System (HIMARS) in Queensland, Australia, on July 26, 2023. Ukraine is having some success in halting Russia's new push along the northeast front weeks after the decision allowing the country to use U.S.-supplied weapons for limited strikes in Russian territory. But commanders say their hands are tied without the ability to use long-range guided missiles, such as ATACMS. (Sgt. 1st Class Andrew Dickson/U.S. Army via AP)
June 22, 2024 at 5:57 PM

Investigation of Russian hack on London hospitals may take weeks amid worries over online data dump

An investigation into a ransomware attack earlier this month on London hospitals by the Russian group Qilin could take weeks to complete with some patients needing to undergo repeat tests
June 22, 2024 at 5:57 PM
June 22, 2024 at 5:42 PM

3 dead in bombing of Kharkiv; Russia targets Ukrainian energy facilities

Ukraine's president says at least three people have died in a Russian bombing attack on the second city of Kharkiv
June 22, 2024 at 5:42 PM
FILE - A drone is seen in the sky seconds before it fired on buildings in Kyiv, Ukraine, on Oct. 17, 2022. Russia launched a new barrage of missiles and drones in an overnight attack on June 22, 2024, officials in Kyiv said Saturday, damaging energy facilities in Ukraine's southeast and west and injuring at least two workers. (AP Photo/Efrem Lukatsky, File)
June 21, 2024 at 4:00 PM

2 years after pushing back Russia, Kharkiv faces barrage of attacks

Two years after Ukraine pushed back Russian forces, Kharkiv is facing a barrage of attacks.
June 21, 2024 at 4:00 PM
VIDEO: 2 years after pushing Russia back, Kharkiv faces barrage of attacks
June 20, 2024 at 6:30 PM

Treason trial of Russian American woman opens amid rising tensions

The trial of a Russian American dual citizen whom Russia accuses of treason has opened as tensions rise between Washington and Moscow
June 20, 2024 at 6:30 PM
June 20, 2024 at 5:03 PM

Putin deepens ties with Vietnam amid Russian isolation over Ukraine

Putin's visit to Vietnam is widely seen as aimed at sending a signal that Russia still has friends in the region.
June 20, 2024 at 5:03 PM
Russia's President Vladimir Putin and Vietnam's President To Lam attend a reception at the Hanoi Opera House in Hanoi, Vietnam June 20, 2024.
June 20, 2024 at 1:31 PM

American soldier sent to Russian penal colony

Staff Sgt. Gordon Black has been sentenced to nearly four years of hard time in a remote Russian penal colony.
June 20, 2024 at 1:31 PM
VIDEO: American soldier sent to Russian penal colony
June 20, 2024 at 10:29 AM

Russia and North Korea solidify partnership, vowing assistance against 'aggression'

Russian President Vladimir Putin in his opening statement thanked North Korean leader Kim Jong Un for his “unwavering support“ for Russia’s war in Ukraine
June 20, 2024 at 10:29 AM
This photo provided Wednesday, June 19, 2024, by the North Korean government, Russian President Vladimir Putin, left, and North Korea's leader Kim Jong Un shake hands at the state guest house in Pyongyang, North Korea, early Wednesday, June 19.
June 19, 2024 at 7:34 PM

US soldier sentenced to Russian penal colony

Staff Sgt. Gordon Black's trial had begun on Monday in Vladivostok.
June 19, 2024 at 7:34 PM
Staff Sgt. Gordon Black's trial had begun on Monday in Vladivostok.
June 19, 2024 at 1:55 PM

Vladimir Putin, Kim Jong Un meet in North Korea

After hours of meetings, the two leaders pledged support for one another in what Putin called a “fight against the imperialist policies of the U.S. and its allies against Russia.”
June 19, 2024 at 1:55 PM
VIDEO: Vladimir Putin, Kim Jong Il meet in North Korea
June 19, 2024 at 9:05 AM

Putin arrives in North Korea, greeted by Kim Jong Un at airport

Russian President Putin is visiting North Korea on an official state visit beginning Tuesday, the Kremlin said on Monday.
June 19, 2024 at 9:05 AM
Russia's President Vladimir Putin is greeted by North Korea's leader Kim Jong Un during a welcoming ceremony at an airport in Pyongyang, North Korea June 19, 2024, in this still image taken from video.
June 19, 2024 at 12:46 AM

Putin makes rare visit to North Korea to meet with Kim Jong Un

Russian news agencies reported that President Vladimir Putin arrived in North Korea to discuss cooperation in overcoming U.S.-led sanctions amid escalating confrontations with Washington.
June 19, 2024 at 12:46 AM
VIDEO: Putin makes rare visit to North Korea to meet with Kim Jong Un
June 18, 2024 at 5:41 PM

Russian authorities arrest 3 people after dozens are hospitalized with botulism symptoms

Russian authorities have detained three people in connection with a suspected botulism outbreak
June 18, 2024 at 5:41 PM
June 18, 2024 at 5:13 PM

Russian President Vladamir Putin visits North Korea

ABC News’ Patrick Reevell and Mick Mulroy discuss this high-stakes meeting.
June 18, 2024 at 5:13 PM
VIDEO: Russian President Vladamir Putin visits North Korea
June 18, 2024 at 1:43 PM

Putin makes rare visit to North Korea

Russian President Vladimir Putin is expected to meet with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un in Pyongyang on Tuesday in his first visit to the country in 24 years.
June 18, 2024 at 1:43 PM
VIDEO: Putin makes rare visit to North Korea
June 17, 2024 at 7:58 PM

Russian warships leave Havana's port after a 5-day visit to Cuba

A fleet of Russian warships, including a nuclear-powered submarine, has left Havana’s port after a five-day visit to Cuba following planned military drills in the Atlantic Ocean
June 17, 2024 at 7:58 PM
The nuclear-powered Russian submarine Kazan leaves the port of Havana, Cuba, Monday, June 17, 2024. A fleet of Russian warships arrived in Cuban waters last week ahead of planned military exercises in the Caribbean. (AP Photo/Ariel Ley)
June 17, 2024 at 2:17 PM

Putin to visit Kim Jong Un in North Korea

Kim Jong Un “cordially” invited the Russian president after Kim visited Russia last September.
June 17, 2024 at 2:17 PM
Kim Jong Un “cordially” invited the Russian president after Kim visited Russia last September.
June 17, 2024 at 7:40 AM

US soldier detained in Russia pleads partially guilty to charges of theft

U.S. Army service member Gordon Black pleaded partially guilty to charges of theft during the second hearing in the Primorsky Court, Russian media reported.
June 17, 2024 at 7:40 AM
U.S. Army soldier Gordon Black, who was detained on suspicion of theft, appears in court in the far eastern city of Vladivostok, Russia, on June 6, 2024.
June 17, 2024 at 1:10 AM

Nations resume talks on peace in Ukraine with Russia absent

Nearly 80 countries have jointly called for the “territorial integrity” of Ukraine to be the basis for any peace agreement to end Russia’s two-year war
June 17, 2024 at 1:10 AM
Thailand's Vice Minister Russ Jalichandra attends a plenary session, during the Summit on peace in Ukraine, in Obbürgen, Switzerland, Sunday, June 16, 2024. (Urs Flueeler/Keystone via AP)
June 16, 2024 at 5:50 PM

Russian forces kill hostage takers after storming detention facility to rescue staff

Russia's state-funded news channel RT has reported that security forces have stormed a detention center in the southern part of the country and killed inmates who had taken two staff members hostage
June 16, 2024 at 5:50 PM
Russian policemen and members of "Rosgvardiya," a Russian national guard, gather not far from a pretrial detention center in Rostov-on-Don, Russia, Sunday, June 16, 2024. Russian security forces stormed a detention center in southern Russia, ending a hostage standoff, Russian state news agency RIA Novosti reported Sunday. (AP Photo)
June 16, 2024 at 1:53 AM

Vice President Harris among other world leaders at peace summit for Ukraine

Meeting in Switzerland, Vice President Kamala Harris met with President Zelenskyy and announced another $1.5 billion in aid to Ukraine.
June 16, 2024 at 1:53 AM
VIDEO: Vice President Harris among other world leaders at peace summit for Ukraine
June 15, 2024 at 9:30 PM

Harris, Zelenskyy join world leaders to discuss peace plan in Ukraine

Vice President Harris announced another $1.5 billion from USAID for Ukrainian infrastructure and humanitarian needs.
June 15, 2024 at 9:30 PM
US Vice President Kamala Harris is welcomed by Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy during the Summit on peace in Ukraine, in Stansstad near Lucerne, Switzerland, on June 15, 2024.
June 15, 2024 at 12:54 PM

IOC gives 14 Russians, 11 Belarusians neutral status for Paris Olympics

The IOC has approved 14 athletes from Russia and 11 Belarusians with neutral status to compete at the Paris Olympics in a first list from five sports published Saturday
June 15, 2024 at 12:54 PM
Russian President Vladimir Putin speaks during a meeting at the Russian Foreign Ministry in Moscow, Russia, Friday, June 14, 2024. (AP Photo/Alexander Zemlianichenko)
June 14, 2024 at 6:25 PM

US reporter to stand trial in Russia for espionage

Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich to stand trial in Russia on espionage charges.
June 14, 2024 at 6:25 PM
VIDEO: US reporter to stand trial in Russia for espionage
June 14, 2024 at 5:58 PM

Putin pledges a cease-fire in Ukraine if Kyiv withdraws from occupied regions

Russian President Vladimir Putin proposed an immediate cease-fire in Ukraine and to begin negotiations if Kyiv started withdrawing troops from the four regions annexed by Moscow in 2022 and renounced plans to join NATO
June 14, 2024 at 5:58 PM
Russian President Vladimir Putin speaks during a meeting at the Russian Foreign Ministry in Moscow, Russia, Friday, June 14, 2024. (AP Photo/Alexander Zemlianichenko)
June 14, 2024 at 2:48 PM

G7 leaders strike deal on using Russian assets to back $50B loan to Ukraine

President Joe Biden and key allies have agreed to use interest from frozen Russian assets to back a $50 billion loan for Ukraine's war efforts and economic reconstruction.
June 14, 2024 at 2:48 PM
VIDEO: G7 leaders strike deal on using Russian assets to back $50B loan to Ukraine
June 14, 2024 at 2:46 PM

Detained WSJ reporter to stand trial in Russia

A Russian court has handed down an official indictment charging Evan Gershkovich with espionage.
June 14, 2024 at 2:46 PM
VIDEO: Detained WSJ reporter to stand trial in Russia
June 14, 2024 at 11:04 AM

Wall Street Journal reporter to stand trial in Russia on espionage charges

In a setback to Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich, the Russian prosecutor’s office announced Thursday he will stand trial on espionage charges.
June 14, 2024 at 11:04 AM
Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich stands in a glass cage in a courtroom at the Moscow City Court, in Moscow, Dec. 14, 2023.
June 13, 2024 at 6:03 PM

Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich to stand trial in Russia

The decision is a setback for the American taken into custody in March 2023 on espionage charges
June 13, 2024 at 6:03 PM
VIDEO: Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich to stand trial in Russia
June 13, 2024 at 4:40 PM

Ukraine-Russia war at top of agenda at G7 Summit

ABC News senior White House correspondent Selina Wang is in Bari, Italy, with the latest on the G7 summit.
June 13, 2024 at 4:40 PM
VIDEO: Ukraine-Russia war at top of agenda at G7 Summit
June 13, 2024 at 2:03 PM

Russian warships enter waters off Cuba

ABC News’ Martha Raddatz has the latest on the Russian warships conducting military exercises 100 miles off the Florida coast.
June 13, 2024 at 2:03 PM
VIDEO: Russian warships enter waters off Cuba
June 12, 2024 at 10:02 PM

Russian warships reach Cuban waters

Russian warships reach waters surrounding Cuba ahead of planned military drills in the Caribbean.
June 12, 2024 at 10:02 PM
VIDEO: Russian warships reach Cuban waters
June 6, 2024 at 3:30 PM

Exclusive: Biden tells Muir US weapons will not be used to strike Moscow, Kremlin

In an ABC News exclusive, World News Tonight anchor David Muir interviewed Pres. Joe Biden in Normandy on the 80th Anniversary of D-Day.
June 6, 2024 at 3:30 PM
President Joe Biden sat down for an exclusive interview with ABC News anchor David Muir at the Normandy American Cemetery in France on the 80th anniversary of D-Day.
June 6, 2024 at 2:47 PM

Putin's comments on US efforts to free detained reporter Evan Gershkovich

Russian President Vladimir Putin gave his remarks on the detained Wall Street Journal reporter's case, saying the Biden administration is pushing hard for a deal to free him.
June 6, 2024 at 2:47 PM
VIDEO: Putin's comments on US efforts to free detained reporter Evan Gershkovich