Maria Zacharova

Russia summons Sweden's ambassador over drone attack on embassy in Stockholm

Sweden's ambassador to Moscow, Christina Johannesson, has been summoned to the Russian Foreign Ministry after a drone attack on the Russian embassy in Stockholm.

Kremlin threatens evacuation of diplomats from Kyiv ahead of Victory Day

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy notes that Russia has not respected Ukraine's proposal for a ceasefire and states that Ukraine may respond in kind. The Kremlin responds threateningly by urging diplomats to evacuate Kyiv.

Ukraine and Russia peace talks over, prisoners exchanged

Ukraine and Russia have concluded two days of talks on ending the Russian war of aggression. Prisoners have been exchanged - but the two crucial issues appear to remain on the table. New talks are expected in the coming weeks.

Zelensky: Security guarantees almost ready

The work on security guarantees for Ukraine is largely ready to be completed at the highest level, according to Ukraine's chief negotiator, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. At the same time, Russia announces that foreign soldiers in Ukraine will be considered legitimate military targets.

Russia says over 20 dead in Ukrainian drone attack in Russian-controlled Kherson

According to Russian reports, at least 20 people have been killed in a Ukrainian attack on the Russian-controlled part of Kherson, Ukraine.

US Sanctions on Russian Oil Giants Spark Outrage

Volodymyr Zelenskyj thanks USA's president Donald Trump for the American sanctions against the Russian oil giants Lukoil and Rosneft. From Russian side come angry reactions. Trump's sanctions constitute a war act, claims former president Dmitrij Medvedev.

Russia and Belarus Begin Joint Military Exercise

Russia and its close ally Belarus have started their joint military exercise, announces the Russian Ministry of Defence.

Russia Cautions Poland on Belarus Border Closure Consequences

Russia warns Poland of "consequences" if it does not change its decision to close the border to Russian ally Belarus.

Russia Warns Ukraine's Security Guarantees Threaten Europe

Russia says that the security guarantees that Ukraine is asking for would pose a danger to Europe.

Poland Shuts Russian Consulate in Kraków Amid Tensions with Moscow

Poland is closing Russia's consulate in Kraków, announces the Polish Foreign Minister Radoslaw Sikorski. The closure is a response to an arson attack in Warsaw a year ago.

Ukrainian Man Arrested for Russian General's Death

Russian General Dies in Car Bomb Attack Near Moscow

A high-ranking Russian general has been killed by a car bomb in the city of Balashikha, just east of Moscow. Russia accuses Ukraine of being behind the attack.

Russia Cautions Germany on Sending Taurus Robots to Ukraine

Germany's incoming Federal Chancellor Friedrich Merz has opened up to sending the German-Swedish long-distance robot Taurus to Ukraine. An attack with such a weapon would draw Germany into the war, warns Moscow.

Putin: Will end the war "peacefully"

Russia's President Vladimir Putin opens up for a ceasefire – with many side demands. USA's President Trump responds that the overtures are "promising but not complete". But Ukraine's President Zelenskyj condemns Putin's speech as "manipulative".

"Can mean a step towards a fair peace"

The reactions did not wait when the US Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced that Ukraine is ready for direct negotiations with Russia and that a 30-day long ceasefire may be imminent.

Russia rejects proposal for temporary ceasefire

Russia: Zelensky's trip a failure

Russia considers Volodymyr Zelenskyj's visit to the USA to be "a complete political and diplomatic failure for the regime in Kyiv", according to a statement from the Russian Foreign Ministry.

Praises Russia – Turns Its Back on France

Russia has invited to a high-level meeting with several African countries. The goal is to expand cooperation and the response is positive – at least from one military junta.

Ukraine has destroyed bridges in Russian Kursk

Two bridges in the Russian Kursk region have been destroyed in Ukrainian attacks, according to a situation report from the American think tank Institute for the Study of War (ISW).

Ukraine's large-scale offensive reaches three miles into Russia

The Ukrainian ground offensive has reached nearly three miles into Russia. The offensive is, according to Ukrainian sources, much more extensive than previously stated. The goal is to "destabilize Russia", according to a Ukrainian security official.

Russia slams the opening ceremony: "Great failure"

Guide: How the Historic Olympic Opening Ceremony Will Unfold

A historic boat trip, a massive security effort and an artist who has made the French right wing furious. Here is a guide ahead of the OS opening ceremony in Paris.

Russian money guarantees new billions to Ukraine

Leaders of the G7 countries are in agreement to lend Ukraine up to 50 billion dollars with frozen Russian assets as collateral. The agreement is confirmed by the host country, Italy. Ukraine welcomes the support, while the aggressor Russia threatens to seize American assets.

Russia to Denmark: Release suspected spy