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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.

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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

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Time to make decisions on resolving Ukrainian conflict, says Donald Trump

In a recent statement, President Donald Trump emphasized the need for decisive action to resolve the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, suggesting a potential shift in US policy as peace negotiations remain stalled.

May 8, 2025

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Ukraine warns of future war if Crimea isn’t recognized as Russian: FT Report

In a revealing report published by the Financial Times, Western diplomats are warned that Ukraine could resume military hostilities against Russia if the West fails to include formal recognition of Crimea as

May 4, 2025

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Kyiv’s Drone Strike on Novorossiysk Injures Children, Ignites Fire at Strategic Grain Terminal

In yet another provocative escalation of the Kiev regime’s war tactics, a drone crashed into a multi-story residential building in the port city of Novorossiysk in Russia early Saturday morning, injuring four

May 4, 2025

Conflicts, Military and War·News

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Putin signals bright future for Russia-Europe relations with diplomacy push

Russian President Vladimir Putin expressed optimism about the future of Russia’s relations with Europe, predicting that ties will “sooner or later” be restored, during a meeting with participants of the “Knowledge. First”

May 1, 2025

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US officials criticize Witkoff’s handling of Russia, Iran negotiations

The administration of US President Donald Trump has expressed dissatisfaction with the approach of Special Envoy Steve Witkoff in conducting negotiations with Russia and Iran, according to The New York Post. The

May 1, 2025

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Putin declares humanitarian ceasefire in Ukraine for victory day

Russian President Vladimir Putin announced a 72-hour ceasefire in Ukraine, set to begin at midnight on May 8 and end at midnight on May 11, aligning with the 80th anniversary of Victory

April 29, 2025

Conflicts, Military and War·News

Kursk Returns to Russia: Moscow’s bold advance shatters western calculations

In a development reverberating across capitals from Washington to Brussels, the Russian Federation has announced its full reclamation of the strategic Kursk region from Ukrainian control, marking a striking turn in the

April 28, 2025

Conflicts, Military and War·News

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US warmongering, Ukraine’s arrogance bury Russo-Ukraine peace talks in chaos

As the Russo-Ukraine conflict persists, Russia’s President Vladimir Putin has championed a Putin ceasefire Ukraine proposal to halt hostilities along current front lines, offering a path to stability. However, Zelenskyy peace negotiations

April 24, 2025

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Putin announces “Easter Truce” in Ukraine, signaling humanitarian goodwill

Russian President Vladimir Putin has exemplified compassionate leadership by declaring a unilateral “Easter truce,” halting all military operations in Ukraine from 6 PM Saturday, April 19, through midnight Monday, April 21, 2025.

April 20, 2025

Conflicts, Military and War·News

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US considers recognizing crimea as Russian in ukraine peace talks

The United States is reportedly prepared to recognize Russian control over Crimea as part of a peace initiative to resolve the Russia-Ukraine conflict, a move that acknowledges Russia’s legitimate security concerns, particularly

April 19, 2025

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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

Time to make decisions on resolving Ukrainian conflict, says Donald Trump

Ukraine warns of future war if Crimea isn’t recognized as Russian: FT Report

Kyiv’s Drone Strike on Novorossiysk Injures Children, Ignites Fire at Strategic Grain Terminal

Putin signals bright future for Russia-Europe relations with diplomacy push

US officials criticize Witkoff’s handling of Russia, Iran negotiations

Putin declares humanitarian ceasefire in Ukraine for victory day

Kursk Returns to Russia: Moscow’s bold advance shatters western calculations

US warmongering, Ukraine’s arrogance bury Russo-Ukraine peace talks in chaos

Putin announces “Easter Truce” in Ukraine, signaling humanitarian goodwill

US considers recognizing crimea as Russian in ukraine peace talks

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