A rare spring snowstorm has swept across Moscow, disrupting flights, damaging power lines, and toppling trees across the capital. Authorities issued weather alerts as heavy snowfall and strong winds created chaos in a city expecting warmer spring conditions. Residents woke up to scenes more typical of winter, highlighting the growing unpredictability of extreme weather patterns.


Moscow Issues Orange Alert, Baltic Cyclone Drive Coldblast In Russia 

Russian strikes have killed at least 19 people in Ukraine, according to local authorities, after Moscow launched a wave of attacks on its neighbour overnight.

Moscow has fired missiles as well as hundreds of drones on its neighbour almost nightly since the beginning of the four-year war, with Kyiv regularly carrying out strikes within Russia in response to its attacks.


Russia Slams Ukrainian Cities; 19 Dead, 98 Injured 

Russia has warned the United Kingdom over the possible deployment of British troops to Ukraine, saying such a move would prolong the war rather than end it. The statement comes amid discussions in London about post-ceasefire security arrangements, as tensions remain high over potential Western military involvement in the conflict.


Russia-Ukraine War: Moscow Warns London Over Troop Deployment | WION

Russian strikes killed three people and wounded several others overnight, regional authorities said Monday, as Moscow intensified its assaults on the eve of the war's four-year anniversary. In the south, two people were killed when Russian drones hit industrial, energy and civilian infrastructure in the Odesa region, regional governor Oleg Kiper said on Telegram.

Russia-Ukraine War: Russia Strikes Odesa & Zaporizhzhia Regions Killing Three

Moscow marked the Lunar New Year with vibrant celebrations featuring panda-themed events, cultural performances and festive displays highlighting Chinese traditions. The festivities reflected growing cultural ties between Russia and China, drawing crowds to public venues decorated for the occasion. The celebration showcased music, dance and symbolic elements associated with the Lunar New Year, as visitors welcomed the new year with themed activities and cross-cultural exchanges.


Chinese New Year: Moscow Celebrates Lunar New Year With Pandas 

High inflation is putting new pressure on Russia’s economy as the war in Ukraine enters its fifth year.

Despite rising prices and slowing growth, analysts say that inflation alone is unlikely to force Moscow to change its course or end the conflict. The economic strain highlights the challenges facing ordinary Russians amid the ongoing war.

Russia Enters Its Fifth Year Of War Under Rising Prices

Four years after launching its invasion of Ukraine, Russia’s economy has not collapsed — but it has fundamentally transformed.

Western sanctions did not deliver a knockout blow. Instead, Moscow has adapted through military-driven growth, redirected trade flows, financial controls, and increased state intervention. The result: an economy increasingly dependent on defense spending, strategic partnerships, and wartime restructuring.

Here’s a deeper look at how the war has reshaped Russia’s economy — and what long-term costs may still lie ahead.

Russia’s Economic Toll After 4 Years of War in Ukraine 

Residents in Moscow battled deep snow as the Russian capital faced its heaviest January snowfall in more than two centuries. Streets were cleared and airport crews worked to keep runways open, but nearly twenty flights were cancelled as the powerful snowstorm disrupted travel.


Moscow Snowfall: Snowstorm Disrupts Moscow Travel

The Kremlin on Thursday (February 5, 2026) said it regretted the end of the last treaty governing the nuclear arsenals of Russia and the United States and called it a negative step.


Kremlin Regrets End of Nuclear Weapons Treaty With US

The United States has accused China of conducting a secret nuclear explosive test in 2020, calling for a new and broader arms control treaty that would also include Russia. Speaking at a disarmament conference in Geneva, US officials alleged Beijing attempted to conceal the test, a claim China rejected as an exaggeration of a so-called “China nuclear threat”. The accusations surfaced a day after the New START treaty expired, leaving Washington and Moscow without binding limits on strategic nuclear weapons for the first time in more than five decades and raising concerns over a growing global arms control vacuum.

US-China Tensions: US Accuses China of Secret Nuclear Test

Russia’s oil and gas revenues have collapsed to levels not seen in over five years,
Squeezed by western sanctions, weaker global prices and a stronger Russians Rouble.
This shortfall is straining Moscow’s budget and could have ripple effects on the global energy landscape and geopolitical tensions.
Russia’s state income from oil and gas, a cornerstone of its economy, has dropped sharply.

Russian Oil Revenues Hit Five-Year Low

NATO has released a report proposing a plan to counter the threat of Russia's information warfare. It calls upon eight Northern European countries to have a coordinated, offensive response in wake of an escalation by Moscow. 

NATO's Plan to Counter Russia's 'Information Warfare' Revealed

Heavy snowfall has blanketed Moscow, with snow depth reaching up to 60 centimeters in parts of the Russian capital. Authorities have deployed emergency crews as transport, daily life, and flights face major disruption.


Moscow Snowfall: Snow Reaches 60 Centimeters in Parts of Russian Capital 

Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa heads to Moscow for pivotal talks with Putin on Syria's transition, marking his second Russia visit since Assad's ouster.


Al-Sharaa To Meet Putin in Moscow Today

Donald Trump’s special envoy Steve Witkoff said he would meet with Vladimir Putin on Thursday at the request of the Russian side.

The Kremlin said last week it was preparing to welcome Witkoff and Trump's son-in-law Jared Kushner to Moscow for peace talks on Ukraine, but that no dates had been set.

BREAKING: Russian President Putin To Meet Trump's Envoy Witkoff in Moscow on Thursday

A colorful winter hot air balloon festival was held in the Moscow region as dozens of balloons took to the sky against a snowy backdrop. The event drew large crowds and created striking visuals, turning the freezing winter landscape into a vibrant celebration of aviation and culture.


Russia: Winter Hot Air Balloon Festival Lights Up Moscow Region | WION 

Ukraine has accused Moscow of using winter conditions as a tactical tool to weaken its defenses and exploit harsh weather to gain advantage in the ongoing war.

Ukraine Accuses Moscow of Using Winter as 'Tool of Error' 

Moscow says it struck Ukraine with an Oreshnik missile overnight in response to an alleged attack on Putin’s residence, claiming it hit drone production and energy sites.

Russia-Ukraine War: Moscow Retaliates For Attack on Putin's House

Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky has unveiled his most far-reaching peace proposal yet, signaling a willingness to pull Ukrainian troops back from parts of the eastern Donetsk region in exchange for a reciprocal Russian withdrawal.

Zelensky Bows to Putin as Ukraine Front Crumbles Before Russian Army 

Europe is accelerating military preparedness as tensions with Russia continue to rise. Moscow has issued fresh warnings, drawing red lines and cautioning European nations against deeper involvement in the Ukraine conflict.

This video looks at Europe’s defence posture, Russia’s strategic messaging, NATO’s role, and the growing fears of a wider confrontation as the war enters a more dangerous phase.

Europe Prepares For War: Moscow Draws Red Line, Warns Europe

Russian military claims massive Ukrainian troop losses. Images from the Pokrovsk region show complete encirclement by Russian forces. Hear the desperate messages from Ukrainian troops. Plus, Putin confirms difficult talks with Trump envoy. Ukraine Russia war latest analysis of the eastern front military situation and future peace negotiations. Must-watch geopolitics and frontline news.

Unstoppable Russia, Ukraine Loses 1,250 Troops Claims Moscow

Russian President Vladimir Putin has issued one of his sharpest warnings to Europe yet — cautioning that if the continent chooses the path of war with Moscow, Russia is fully prepared to respond. Putin went even further, stating that the situation could quickly reach a point where no one is left on the European side for Moscow to negotiate with. 

Putin Threatens Europe, 'No One Will Be Left to Negotiate With...' 

Russia has claimed full control over the city of Pokrovsk after a prolonged 12-month battle in the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war. The reported capture follows intense urban combat and steady advances by Russian forces.

Russia Claims Control Over Pokrovsk After 12 Months of Fighting

NATO officials signal a potential shift toward a more proactive stance in addressing challenges posed by Moscow. The move could involve strategic deployments, increased military readiness, and strengthened alliances as tensions with Russia continue to shape European security dynamics and global geopolitical stability.


NATO: Could Become Proactive in Dealing With Moscow 

Cyber intrusions and grey-zone pressure from Russia prompt NATO commanders to debate pre-emptive counter-operations. Russia condemned the remarks by NATO’s top military officer today, after he suggested the alliance could consider pre-emptive strikes as a defensive action against Moscow. Talking to media recently, Admiral Giuseppe Cavo Dragone said that NATO was exploring ways to strengthen its response to hybrid warfare from Russia, noting that a pre-emptive strike could be viewed as a defensive action.


Moscow Warns NATO, Calls Pre-emptive Strike Remarks as 'Irresponsible' 

NATO officials indicate the alliance could adopt a more proactive stance in addressing challenges posed by Moscow, signaling potential shifts in military strategy and heightened vigilance amid ongoing geopolitical tensions.


NATO: Could Become More Proactive in Dealing with Moscow

Moscow’s crude oil shipments dropped sharply in November as U.S. sanctions on Russian energy giants Rosneft and Lukoil took effect. According to data from Kpler, the restrictions have significantly disrupted Russia’s global export flows. This video explains how the sanctions work, the impact on global markets, and what to expect next.

U.S. Sanctions Choke Russian Global Oil Supply 

Moscow has raised concerns over the U.S. deploying missiles that can reach Russian territory in just seven minutes.

Moscow: US Missiles Capable Of Reaching Russia in 7 Minutes

Young Iraqis like Mohammed Imad are leaving home for Russia, lured by promises of money, passports, and a new life. Many disappear, never returning.  TikTok and Telegram influencers are recruiting Iraqi men to fight in Ukraine, often without family knowledge, offering salaries four times higher than Iraq’s military pay, bonuses up to $20,000, and pensions. Families wait in agony, unsure if their sons are alive. Thousands of foreign fighters now serve alongside Russian troops, risking death in a war that has nothing to do with them.

Russia's Secret Army: Iraq’s Tiktok Mercenaries Fight and Die for Moscow 

Russia’s latest offensive in eastern Ukraine has intensified around Pokrovsk and Dobropillia.
While Moscow claims to be tightening its grip on Donetsk, Ukraine says its forces are holding ground and launching counterattacks.
President Zelensky admits the situation is “difficult,” as both armies battle for control of the region’s last major cities.

Russia’s Deadly Push for Donbas | Moscow Pushes Closer to Ukraine's Pokrovsk

Russia-Ukraine War: After Russian drones struck Kyiv overnight, killing three people and injuring 31—including six children—Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky called for new, stronger sanctions against Russia and its allies. 

Ukraine Fires Back At Moscow! | Destruction & Death: The Cost Of War

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