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“The result of American and British grandstanding at the UN this week – seeing who can be ruder about Assad – is that Vladimir Putin has gathered ever more cards to his pack.”
2014 WINTER OLYMPICS

Putin welcomes all, including gays, to Russian Olympics

Despite criticism over his treatment of Russia’s gay community, President Vladimir Putin says all people will be welcome to the 2014 Winter Olympics.

  • Alexei Anishchuk
4 min read
ALEXEI ANISHCHUK

Putin seeks Kremlin return as critics cry foul

Vladimir Putin sought a convincing victory in Russia’s presidential election to strengthen his hand in dealing with the biggest protest of his rule.

  • Alissa De Carbonnel
  • Alexei Anishchuk
5 min read
ALEXEI ANISHCHUK

Russia to give the Kalashnikov a makeover

Moscow has announced plans to modernise the Kalashnikov — giving an new lease of life to the Soviet-era assault rifle.

  • Alexei Anishchuk
2 min read
Moscow bombing challenges Kremlin security efforts
ALEXEI ANISHCHUK

Moscow bombing challenges Kremlin security efforts

A suspected suicide bomber has struck at Russia’s busiest airport, killing at least 35 and challenging Kremlin efforts to crush armed insurgency.

  • Alexei Anishchuk
4 min read