Putin notches up tension as Russia’s upper house revokes ratification of nuclear test ban October 25, 2023 Putin has noted that, while some experts have argued that it is necessary to carry out nuclear tests, he has not yet formed an opinion on the issue.
Brandon Lewis: Former Tory chairman to join firm co-founded by sanctioned Russian billionaires October 25, 2023 Lewis will join the London-based firm, co-founded by billionaires Mikhail Fridman and Petr Aven, as an advisor.
Six killed in Russian attacks on Ukraine as Kyiv continues drone counterstrikes October 16, 2023 Two guided bombs struck key infrastructure in Kherson city, sparking a partial blackout and disruption to the area’s water supply
Russia may attack civilian ships with sea mines and blame Ukraine, Cleverly warns October 5, 2023 Russia may use sea mines to target non-military ships and blame Ukraine for any attacks, the UK Government has said. Declassified intelligence warned last month that the Russian military had attempted a missile strike against a cargo ship in the Black Sea. The UK believes Russia could continue targeting civilian shipping, including by laying explosive [...]
Burger King still operating in Russia despite vow to quit 18 months ago October 3, 2023 Burger King is still operating in Russia despite a promise from its owner that it would cease operations in the country more than a year ago. Restaurants Brand International (RBI) – which owns 15 per cent of the fast food chains franchise business in Russia- told the BBC it had “no new updates to share [...]
EU reaffirms ‘unwavering’ commitment to Ukraine – amid suggestions of ailing support October 2, 2023 Some of Europe’s top diplomats are gathered in Kyiv in a display of support for Ukraine’s fight against Russia’s invasion as signs emerge of political strain in Europe and the United States over the war. European Union foreign ministers converged on the Ukrainian capital for an unannounced informal meeting that officials said would review the [...]
Putin orders former Wagner figure to command volunteer units in Ukraine September 29, 2023 Russian President Vladimir Putin has ordered one of the top commanders of the Wagner military contractor to take charge of “volunteer units” fighting in Ukraine. The move signals the Kremlin’s intention to keep using the mercenaries after the death of their chief, Yevgeny Prigozhin. In remarks released by the Kremlin, Mr Putin told Andrei Troshev [...]
Russian athletes allowed to compete as neutrals at next year’s Paris Paralympics September 29, 2023 Russian athletes will be able to compete as neutrals at next year’s Paralympic Games in Paris despite the country’s ongoing invasion of Ukraine. International Paralympic Committee member nations voted against a full suspension of the Russian committee at the organisation’s General Assembly in Bahrain, but a motion to partially suspend was passed on Friday afternoon. [...]
H&M: Sales to drop 10 per cent due to unusually hot September and Russia pull-out September 27, 2023 H&M has warned that its sales are expected to decrease by 10 per cent in September, as unusually hot weather and discontinued operations in Russia have dampened trade. The gloomy forecast puts a damper on the Swedish fashion giant’s latest third quarter update, revealing a six per cent rise in net sales to SEK 60,897m [...]
Oligarch: Putin and Russia won’t be stopped by ineffective sanctions September 26, 2023 Oligarch Oleg Deripaska said Russia and Putin have weathered Western sanctions imposed over the invasion of Ukraine