Facing manpower shortages, officials scrapped a measure to pull servicemen from the front lines after extended periods.
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Some Russians blame lax security for the horrific attack claimed by ISIL. But analysts recall a darker history.
Moscow is targeting Ukraine’s energy hubs with intensity after a string of Ukrainian attacks inside Russia.
Most leaders tread a careful line to avoid conflict as Moscow tries to uphold its relevance in a vast neighbourhood.
Although Putin’s popularity among most Russians is not in doubt, observers say the recent election was far from fair.
Ukrainians and a rights group say people are being coerced to vote by their occupiers in election dismissed as a sham.
The 71-year-old president is all but certain to win another term in a vote that begins on March 15.
Analysts say while Berlin may be embarrassed, it’s far from planning an attack to help Ukraine.
At 47, the recent widow promises to take on her late husband’s role, but there is discord among those opposing Putin.
The Russian president, in a state of the nation address, upped the ante. Should the world be worried about his threat?
