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January 9, 2024

US citizen arrested in Russia on drug charges, officials say

A U.S. citizen has been arrested in Russia on drug charges. The Moscow courts have ordered him to be held in custody for two months for an official investigation.

January 8, 2024

Japanese foreign minister visits Poland, pledges support against Russian aggression

Japanese Foreign Minister Yoko Kamikawa visited Poland on Monday to strengthen ties with the NATO nation. During her visit, she met with Foreign Minister Radek Sikorski.

January 6, 2024

Russia registers 2 candidates against Putin in upcoming election

Russian officials have registered two candidates to stand against President Vladimir Putin in the upcoming March 2024 election for the nation's top executive position.

January 5, 2024

Russia using North Korean-made missiles against Ukraine, White House says

The Russian Armed Forces are using ballistic missiles manufactured by North Korea, National Security Council spokesman John Kirby claimed at a press briefing this week.

January 4, 2024

Putin offers citizenship to foreigners who fight for Russia against Ukraine

Russian President Vladimir Putin issued a decree this week offering citizenship to foreigners who sign a one-year contract to fight in the ongoing invasion of Ukraine.

January 4, 2024

Russia moves forward with Iran deal to purchase ballistic missiles, report says

Moscow and Tehran, Iran, are reportedly moving forward on an agreement to buy Iranian short-range ballistic missiles likely to be used in the Ukraine war.

January 4, 2024

Tearful reunions as Russia and Ukraine exchange hundreds of prisoners

Russia and Ukraine exchanged hundreds of prisoners of war Wednesday, the first in nearly five months and the largest swap between the countries since the war started.

January 3, 2024

Over 200 Ukrainian soldiers and civilians returned from Russian captivity, Zelenskyy says

Over 200 Ukrainian soldiers and civilians were released from Russian captivity and returned home on Wednesday, according to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.

January 3, 2024

Putin ally Kadyrov says if suspected criminals can't be found, their family will be killed instead

Leader of the Chechen Republic Ramzan Kadyrov is calling for the families of suspected criminals who cannot be found to be executed in retribution, according to reports.

January 3, 2024

Russia fires hypersonic ballistic missiles at Ukraine's 2 largest cities, leaving 5 dead, at least 130 injured

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Russian forces used hypersonic Kinzhal missiles among various others to strike Ukraine's two biggest cities.