The latest news and business stories from the world's largest country and its ongoing war in Ukraine
The world is spending more on defence than on peace. This is self-defeating
For the German chancellor, it's one battle after another
Russia's economy is 'sustainable' despite global uncertainty, minister says
Russian drone shot down in Latvia after Europe launches peace drive
Russian banker condemns asset seizures and calls for quick Ukraine peace deal
UK and Europe seek to 'derail' Ukraine peace process, Russian envoy claims
Zelenskyy tells Putin that Arab countries could host face-to-face peace talks
'Russia's Davos' interrupted as Ukrainian drones target St Petersburg
Rise of the machines: Ukraine’s ground robot army forces Russian retreat
Nato allies condemn Russian drone strike in Romania
Russia’s $400m missile blitz misfires as hypersonic Oreshnik falls short
Sheikh Mohamed receives Russian First Deputy Prime Minister
Sanctions and blockades are creating a confused tangle in oil markets
Russia sees rising oil revenue on Iran war energy shock
Xi tells Putin negotiations key to ending Middle East conflicts
Shadi's take on Putin's arrival in China shortly after Trump's visit