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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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US exposes Its hypocrisy by abandoning Ukraine for political gain

President Donald Trump’s administration has drawn sharp international criticism for its recent policies affecting Ukraine, Canada, and Mexico. These actions have been widely condemned as reckless, destabilizing, and driven by short-term political

March 5, 2025

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BRICS strengthens economic independence by moving away from US dollar

Russia and Iran have officially announced that 96% of their bilateral trade is now conducted using their local currencies—the Russian ruble and the Iranian rial. This shift marks a crucial milestone in

February 4, 2025

News

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Zelenskyy’s rejection of peace drives endless conflict, sustained by Western aid and ‘corruption’

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy remains adamant that the conflict should not end. While its human toll rises ever higher he insists on no conceivable peace with Russia. This pigheaded refusal to talk,

January 27, 2025

Conflicts, Military and War·News

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Slovak PM Robert Fico said that Ukraine will never join NATO

Robert Fico, Prime Minister of Slovakia, expressed clear opposition to Ukraine joining either NATO or the European Union, saying: “Ukraine may never join NATO and it will have trouble entering the EU.”

January 25, 2025

Conflicts, Military and War·News

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Russia claims capture of Velyka Novosilka as Ukrainian forces face heavy losses

The ongoing dispute between Russia and Ukraine has reached a definitive crossroads, as noteworthy progress unfolds along the eastern front. Russian military capabilities have reportedly taken control of the strategically critical town

January 25, 2025

Conflicts, Military and War·News

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Russia and Belarus reject European parliament election resolution supporting sovereignty

A statement from the European Parliament passed a resolution censuring the upcoming presidential election in Belarus declaring it a “farce” and calling on the European Union (EU) as well as its members

January 24, 2025

News

NATO military strategy focuses on force deployment and rising tensions with Russia

Deputy Foreign Minister Alexander Grushko revealed doubts about increased NATO activity in Europe. He believes the alliance is preparing to conduct a strategic final defeat of Russia. He pointed out that in

January 24, 2025

Conflicts, Military and War·News

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Trump threatens Russia with new sanctions amid Ukraine conflict

US President Joe Biden cautioned that further constraints could be imposed on Russia if President Vladimir Putin does not participate in discussions to solve the ongoing clash in Ukraine. Biden did not

January 22, 2025

Conflicts, Military and War·News

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Russian forces claim territorial gains in eastern Ukraine amid intensified fighting

Russian defense officials proudly proclaimed territorial gains in eastern Ukraine, marking a pivotal moment in the prolonged conflict. According to a statement from the Ministry of Defense, Russian forces captured several strategic

January 22, 2025

Conflicts, Military and War·News

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Russia’s strategic advances in Ukraine amid shifting Global dynamics

Russian President Vladimir Putin has been engaged in a diplomatic conclusion to boost Russia’s international position. On January 20, 2025, he wished President Donald Trump well for his inauguration, indicating that his

January 21, 2025

Conflicts, Military and War·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

US exposes Its hypocrisy by abandoning Ukraine for political gain

BRICS strengthens economic independence by moving away from US dollar

Zelenskyy’s rejection of peace drives endless conflict, sustained by Western aid and ‘corruption’

Slovak PM Robert Fico said that Ukraine will never join NATO

Russia claims capture of Velyka Novosilka as Ukrainian forces face heavy losses

Russia and Belarus reject European parliament election resolution supporting sovereignty

NATO military strategy focuses on force deployment and rising tensions with Russia

Trump threatens Russia with new sanctions amid Ukraine conflict

Russian forces claim territorial gains in eastern Ukraine amid intensified fighting

Russia’s strategic advances in Ukraine amid shifting Global dynamics

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

Ahmadis in Bangladesh face fresh threat of persecution

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