Russia

What Putin's 'Out Of Character' Abrupt Power Move Actually Means
On Wednesday, the entire Russian government resigned. Here's why.
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Russia's Prime Minister Dmitry Medvedev Resigns: Report
Russian media said President Vladimir Putin plans to name Medvedev as deputy of the presidential Security Council.
By Associated Press

A Secret Plan To Let Russia Join Nato Was Dismissed As 'Farcical', Declassified Papers Reveal
The 1995 memo is among a tranche of newly public documents at the National Archives at Kew.
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Russia Banned From Olympics And World Cup Over Doping Scandal
It was ruled as a penalty for manipulating laboratory data.
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Polar Bear Threat 'Becoming The Norm' As 50+ Assemble Near Russian Village
Shrinking sea ice caused by a warming climate is forcing bears to stay inland in search of food, conservationists say.
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Prehistoric Puppy Found In Permafrost Still Has Its Fur And Whiskers
The estimated 18,000-year-old dog was discovered in Russia last year in frozen mud.
By AP

Tulsi Gabbard's Lawyers Accuse Hillary Clinton Of Defamation For Russia Remarks
The Democratic presidential contender's lawyers demanded that Clinton issue a retraction for calling an unnamed candidate "the favorite of the Russians."
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US Justice Department Opens Criminal Investigation Into Russia Probe: Reports
What had been Attorney General William Barr's administrative review of the origins of the Russia investigation has become a criminal inquiry, The NY Times says.
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If You're Confused About What's Happening In Syria, Read This
The events in Syria could well influence the power dynamics of the Middle East for years to come.
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Vladimir Putin Jokes About Russian Meddling In 2020 US Election
Ill tell you a secret: Yes, well definitely do it, the Russian president said.
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