The tragedy outside Moscow is a blow to a leader riding an aura of confidence only days after a stage-managed election victory.
Author: Anton Troianovski
Putin Tries to Link Moscow Attackers to Ukraine
American officials, who have assessed that a branch of the Islamic State was responsible, have voiced concern that the Russian leader could seek to falsely blame Ukraine.
Putin Breaks Silence on Navalny’s Death, Calling It an ‘Unfortunate Incident’
The Russian leader claimed he had been ready to release Navalny in a prisoner swap when the opposition leader died last month at an Arctic penal colony.
Navalny’s Widow Votes in Berlin
Yulia Navalnaya, who has vowed to carry on her husband’s work, waited in line for hours with voters outside of the Russian embassy.
Navalny’s Widow Votes in Berlin
Yulia Navalnaya, who has vowed to carry on her husband’s work, waited in line for hours with voters outside of the Russian embassy.
Putin Plays Down Threat of Nuclear War in Pre-Election State TV Interview
The Russian leader struck a softer tone about nuclear weapons in an interview with state television. But he warned that Russia was ready to strike if its “sovereignty and independence” were threatened.
Putin Warns West of Nuclear War if It Intervenes More in Ukraine
“We also have weapons that can strike targets on their territory,” Mr. Putin said in an annual speech. “Do they not understand this?”
Navalny’s Funeral Is Planned for Friday, if Authorities Don’t Block It
A scheduled service for the Russian opposition leader will be open to the public, but it is unclear whether the authorities will try to stop people from attending.
Navalny Was Part of Discussions on a Prisoner Exchange
Allies of Aleksei Navalny said he was about to be freed in a swap. A Western official said discussions for his release and that of two Americans had been underway, but no deal was imminent.
Aleksei Navalny’s Body Was Returned to His Mother, Allies Say
The Russian authorities have transferred the body, ending a grim battle for custody of his remains.