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In Russia's election, there are no doubts about the result and no rivals to Putin's rule

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. 

Poland's capital Warsaw earmarks $30 million for bomb shelters and other security

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.
People walk near the Palace of Culture and Science in Warsaw, Poland
People walk near the Palace of Culture and Science in Warsaw, Poland

Russia is ready for nuclear war, Putin warns the West

The Russian leader gave an interview to state television that aired Wednesday, ahead of an election this week that will see him extend his rule.
Putin Interview Moscow
Putin Interview Moscow

Alexei Navalny ally accuses 'Putin's henchmen' of hammer attack, but vows not to give up

Police said an assailant attacked Volkov on Tuesday as he arrived in a car at his Vilnius home, where he lives in exile.
Navalny ally attacked in Lithuania
Navalny ally attacked in Lithuania

White House to provide $300 million weapons package for Ukraine

The announcement comes as the Ukrainian military is facing dire weapons shortages in its two-year war with Russia.
Ukrainian soldiers fire at Russian positions from a M777 howitzer
Ukrainian soldiers fire at Russian positions from a M777 howitzer

Russia is hit by a wave of Ukrainian drone attacks and a border incursion ahead of Putin's re-election

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.
Image: RUSSIA-UKRAINE-CONFLICT
Image: RUSSIA-UKRAINE-CONFLICT

AI gives Russia, China new tools to sow division in the U.S., undermine America's image, intel agencies say

Beijing is "moving closer to Moscow's playbook," said the intelligence community's annual threat assessment, and may attempt to influence the 2024 election.
Christopher Wray, director of the FBI, during a Senate Appropriations Subcommittee hearing in Washington, D.C., on May 25, 2022.
Christopher Wray, director of the FBI, during a Senate Appropriations Subcommittee hearing in Washington, D.C., on May 25, 2022.

Ukraine hits back at Pope Francis over 'white flag' remark urging peace talks with Russia

Kyiv’s ambassador to the Vatican told NBC News his country could not accept the pope’s logic — a hint of the intense backlash his comments drew.
Pope Francis Meets Ukrainian President Zelensky
Pope Francis Meets Ukrainian President Zelensky

Pope says Ukraine should have ‘courage of the white flag’ and negotiate with Russia

Pope Francis has said in an interview that Ukraine should negotiate an end to the war with Russia.
Pope Francis with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy
Pope Francis with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy

House Republicans consider a loan program for some Ukraine aid

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.
A serviceman fires a 122mm mortar
A serviceman fires a 122mm mortar

Sweden becomes NATO’s 32nd member as PM visits Washington

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.
Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson in Stockholm, Sweden on August 1, 2023.
Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson in Stockholm, Sweden on August 1, 2023.

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