Driven by deep anger at Russia and the need to rally support at home and abroad, Ukraine is regularly goading its much more powerful antagonist.
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France and Germany Stand With Ukraine, and Putin Can Wait
Seeking to overcome tensions with Kyiv, President Emmanuel Macron of France and Chancellor Olaf Scholz of Germany backed away from Moscow diplomacy, at least for now.
Europe Offers Ukraine a Hope of Joining the E.U., but Not a Vast Arsenal
In their first wartime visit to Kyiv, the leaders of France and Germany countered doubts about their commitment to Ukraine defeating Russia, but did not promise the weapons Ukrainians have called for.
Russia Hits Setbacks, as Flagship Sinks and E.U. Mulls Oil Ban
Ukraine said it hit a Russian warship in the Black Sea with its own missiles, a damaging blow to Moscow, symbolically and militarily, if its claim is confirmed.
U.K. Targets More Oligarchs and Putin Allies With Sanctions
More than 370 people are being penalized, including Russia’s prime minister, a former president and the Kremlin’s press secretary.
Putin Faces Sanctions, but His Assets Remain an Enigma
On paper, the Russian president appears to own very little. Yet estimates put his hidden wealth well over $100 billion.
Putin’s Shake-up of the Russian Government: Six Takeaways
Is Vladimir Putin Russia’s president for life? Maybe. But he’s still observing the niceties.
Russian Premier Abruptly Quits Amid Swirl of Speculation on Putin
The unexpected move by Prime Minister Dmitri A. Medvedev fueled speculation that President Vladimir V. Putin is maneuvering to stay in power when his term ends in 2024.
Looking for Free Speech in Russia? Try YouTube
The online video site has become a primary information source for tens of millions in a country where television avoids topics uncongenial to the government.
He’s Handing Over the Presidency but Not Necessarily His Power
Forced out by term limits after 17 years, President Joseph Kabila says he would accept an opposition victory in elections this month. But many expect he’ll return in five years.