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The Eastern Herald’s Russia Desk covers Russia, the Russia-Ukraine war, Russian foreign policy, NATO-Russia relations, Eastern European security, the Baltic region and major geopolitical developments involving Moscow and its neighbors.

Lead photograph accompanying Al Jazeera's report on the Russian diesel agreement

Easing Diesel Export Ban Will Not Affect Russian Consumers, Novak Says

Russia's partial lifting of its diesel export ban will not affect domestic consumers, Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Novak said, as exports resume under the Putin-Trump deal.

October 10, 2026

by Russia Desk

German security forces at Leipzig Airport following the GRU drone incident in August 2026

Three European Spy Chiefs Warn Russia Could Test NATO Within Months, Citing Leipzig Airport Drone

Three European intelligence chiefs issued a rare joint warning Sunday that Russia could test NATO's collective defence in months, not years, citing the Leipzig Airport drone incident as a decisive shift in Moscow's hybrid warfare tactics. Their assessments diverged internally

September 21, 2026

by Russia Desk

Drone strike damage in Zaporizhzhia, Ukraine, September 2026

Russia Strikes Back at Ukraine’s Cities After Biggest Moscow Attack of the War

Russia launched 172 drones at Ukrainian cities overnight, killing two in Zaporizhzhia, where apartment blocks burned

Voters at a polling station in Russia during the 2026 State Duma election

United Russia Claims Duma Victory as Fraud Reports Mount

Russia's Duma election closed September 20 with United Russia leading exit polls at 53.5% as fraud

China and Russia Strengthen Military Ties with Joint Naval Drills

BEIJING, CHINA — Chinese defense authorities announced on Sunday that Chinese naval vessels have set sail to participate in joint maneuvers with the Russian military, deepening military cooperation between the two countries.

July 17, 2023

Conflicts, Military and War·News

Emergency Situation Halts Traffic on Crimean Bridge Amid Reports of Blasts

KYIV, UKRAINE — Traffic on the Russian-built Crimean Bridge came to a standstill following an “emergency” situation, as confirmed by officials installed by Russia on Monday. Ukrainian media simultaneously reported explosions on

July 17, 2023

Conflicts, Military and War·News

Russia-Ukraine Conflict: Key Events on Day 508

Kyiv, Ukraine – Amidst the Russia-Ukraine conflict, here is a summary of the significant events that unfolded on Day 508, providing insights into the escalating tensions between the two nations. Military Engagements

July 17, 2023

Conflicts, Military and War·News

Biden Commits to Prisoner Exchange with Russia to Secure Release of Wall Street Journal Reporter Evan Gershkovich: Negotiations Underway

Helsinki, Finland – President Joe Biden, in a joint press briefing with Finnish President Sauli Niinisto, expressed his administration’s unwavering determination to pursue a prisoner exchange with Russia to secure the release

July 14, 2023

Government and Politics·News

Former Russian Black Sea Commander Assassinated in Shocking Morning Attack

Krasnodar, Russia – In a chilling turn of events, Stanislav Rzhitsky, a former Russian Black Sea submarine commander accused of involvement in the 2022 submarine strike on Ukraine, was reportedly assassinated during

July 13, 2023

Conflicts, Military and War·News

Belarusian Artist Ales Pushkin Dies in Custody, Raising Concerns of Political Persecution

Minsk, Belarus – On July 11, the tragic news of the death of political prisoner Ales Pushkin, a prominent Belarusian artist, was confirmed by his wife through a heartfelt post on Facebook,

July 13, 2023

Government and Politics·News

TV Emmy Nominees Unveiled for 75th Award Ceremony, Strike Threat Looms

Los Angeles, USA – The American Television Academy has recently unveiled the highly anticipated list of nominees for the 2023 Emmy Awards, marking a pivotal moment in recognizing excellence in the television

July 13, 2023

Entertainment·News

Russian Foreign Minister Warns of Escalating Conflict Risks as NATO Nations Introduce F-16 Fighter Jets

Moscow, Russia – Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov has voiced grave concerns about the potential for direct armed conflict between NATO countries and Russia, cautioning that such a scenario could result in

July 13, 2023

Conflicts, Military and War·News

Volunteers of the Russian Geographical Society are reconstructing a unique lighthouse

Moscow, Russia – Volunteers participating in the Russian Geographical Society’s project are embarking on a remarkable endeavor to restore and preserve historic lighthouses. The first lighthouse to undergo this transformation is located

July 11, 2023

News·Technology

Putin simplified obtaining a residence permit for foreigners participating in the special operation

Moscow, Russia – Russian President Vladimir Putin has signed a law aimed at streamlining the process of obtaining a residence permit in Russia for foreigners who have entered into service contracts with

July 11, 2023

Government and Politics·News

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Russia Desk

Easing Diesel Export Ban Will Not Affect Russian Consumers, Novak Says

Three European Spy Chiefs Warn Russia Could Test NATO Within Months, Citing Leipzig Airport Drone

Russia Strikes Back at Ukraine’s Cities After Biggest Moscow Attack of the War

United Russia Claims Duma Victory as Fraud Reports Mount

China and Russia Strengthen Military Ties with Joint Naval Drills

Emergency Situation Halts Traffic on Crimean Bridge Amid Reports of Blasts

Russia-Ukraine Conflict: Key Events on Day 508

Biden Commits to Prisoner Exchange with Russia to Secure Release of Wall Street Journal Reporter Evan Gershkovich: Negotiations Underway

Former Russian Black Sea Commander Assassinated in Shocking Morning Attack

Belarusian Artist Ales Pushkin Dies in Custody, Raising Concerns of Political Persecution

TV Emmy Nominees Unveiled for 75th Award Ceremony, Strike Threat Looms

Russian Foreign Minister Warns of Escalating Conflict Risks as NATO Nations Introduce F-16 Fighter Jets

Volunteers of the Russian Geographical Society are reconstructing a unique lighthouse

Putin simplified obtaining a residence permit for foreigners participating in the special operation

Radical Islam is being appreciated by Indian authorities too

Bangladesh; India’s Biggest Ally or China’s Dragon Nest?

Ahmadis in Bangladesh face fresh threat of persecution

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