Analysis: The Russian leader appears to be in a stronger position than at any point in his 24 years in power, as the Kremlin orchestrates another victory in this week's effectively uncontested vote.
While the NATO member has reassured citizens that its place in the alliance ensures their safety from any Russian attack, the invasion of Ukraine has prompted preparations.
The attacks were the latest sign of Kyiv’s growing ability and determination to take the fight to its neighbor’s territory and came just days ahead of Russia's presidential election.
Beijing is "moving closer to Moscow's playbook," said the intelligence community's annual threat assessment, and may attempt to influence the 2024 election.
Top House Republicans are considering writing their own foreign aid bill that would treat nonmilitary aid as a loan, though sources cautioned the plan is not finalized.
The accession of Sweden and Finland — which shares an 830-mile border with Russia — is the most significant expansion of the Western military alliance for decades.