Rustem Umerov, Ukraine's Defence Minister, says, 'Russia is still several times ahead,' as he demands for more artillery shells. Watch to know more.

Russia enters Vovchansk in new offensive | 3 dead, 28 injured in Russian strikes

A Russian soldier in the Karachay-Cherkess Republic was assassinated by the Federal Security Service (FSB) of Russia on suspicion of having ties to the extremist Islamic State militant group (ISIS).

A Russian soldier in the Karachay-Cherkess Republic was assassinated by the Federal Security Service (FSB) of Russia on suspicion of having ties to the extremist Islamic State militant group (ISIS). The individual in question, who was shot dead by the FSB in the Russian North Caucasus village of Adil-Khalk, was allegedly preparing an attack on law enforcement personnel. According to RIA Novosti, Russia's official news agency, an improvised explosive device and a Kalashnikov assault weapon were discovered at the scene on Friday. According to the Federal Security Service, "the terrorist was also found to have correspondence with coordinators who are abroad," the publication stated. Also read: Ukraine war: Russia could intensify its offensive, need more men to boost forces' morale, says Zelensky Ethnic conflicts flare up on occasion in the volatile Karachay-Cherkessia area, which is dominated by the indigenous Caucasian-Turkic Karachay people and the Cherkess or Circassian people. The FSB said in December that it had detained 14 alleged members of a radical Islamist group in the country. According to Baza, a Russian Telegram group with purported connections to Russia's security agencies, the Russian serviceman was 25 years old and suspected of having links to ISIS. Also read: North Korea fires multiple ballistic missiles after Kim's sister denies supplying arms to Russia On Wednesday, a criminal prosecution was filed against the man under the Article "participation in a terrorist organisation." Baza stated that the FSB sought to detain him on Thursday night. "During the arrest, the military man resisted and was killed," the channel added. ISIS took credit for the attack in March on Moscow's Crocus City Hall concert venue, which left at least 140 people dead and several others injured. It was the most deadly attack on the capital in more than a decade. (With inputs from agencies)

Russia kills own soldier over alleged terrorism ties to ISIS

Russia's Foreign Ministry called the attacks on Russia's Crimea and Belogorod as terrorist attacks and warned the US, EU and Ukraine. The Foreign Ministry Spokesperson said Russia will not leave such encroachments on its territory unanswered. Russia accused Ukraine of using western weapons to strike its territory.

Russia-Ukraine war: Russia warns encroachments on territory will not go unanswered

Russia's President Vladimir Putin on Friday (May 17) said that their current plan does not include capturing the Ukrainian city of Kharkiv. He added that the Russian forces, which have been operating close to Kharkhiv, have been creating a “buffer zone” for their own security and to protect Russian border regions. Watch in for more details!

Ukraine war: Putin says troops advancing in Kharkiv to create a 'buffer-zone'

Rustem Umerov, Ukraine's defence minister, says, 'Russia is still several times ahead,' as he demands for more artillery shells. Watch to know more.

Russia-Ukraine war: Kyiv says ‘difficult to hold ground’ | Russia's Belgorod faces heavy shelling

Russia has put its submarine-launched Bulava intercontinental ballistic missile into service, a key element in the modernisation of its nuclear arsenal. Watch in for more details!

Russia puts submarine-launched Bulava missile into service

Russia furious at US, Europe over aerial attacks

Russia vows to keep pushing its offensive in Ukraine. However, NATO doubts Russia has the resources to make a significant breakthrough. NATO’s top military officer has said Russia’s armed forces are incapable of any major advance.

Russia-Ukraine war: Will Russia make a strategic breakthrough in Kharkiv?

The two countries issued a joint statement condemning claimed US efforts to undermine the strategic nuclear balance, the threat presented to Russia and China by US missile defense systems, and American intentions for high-precision non-nuclear weapons. Watch to know more.

Putin visit China: Former US President Donald Trump says, 'Xi & Putin meeting to 'do damage''

Ukrainian President Volodymr Zelenksy has said that the situation in the northeast is extremely difficult but under control, especially after thwarting an invasion of Vobvchansk while Moscow has made inroads in Kharkiv. Where is the war is headed to?

Russia's fresh advance North of Kharkiv, Putin says 'Russia has no plans to capture Kharkiv'

The United States announced new sanctions. This time sanctions are announced over North Korea-Russia arms transfers. Two Russian individuals and three Russian companies are sanctioned. Reportedly, these companies were facilitating arms transfers between Russia and North Korea.

US announces new sanctions over North Korea-Russia arms transfers

Russia-Ukraine war: Kyiv says ‘difficult to hold ground’

US slams China, says 'China can't have it both ways' | Trump says 'Xi, Putin meet to do damage'

As the Russia-Ukraine war drags on the US and South Korea have accused North Korea of sending weapons to Russia, a claim that Kim Jong-un's sister has vehemently denied.

North Korea dismisses rumour of arms export to Russia

Ukrainian President Volodymr Zelenksy has said that the situation in the Northeast is extremely difficult but under control, especially after thwarting an invasion of Vobvchansk while Moscow has made inroads in Kharkiv. Where is the war is headed to?

Russia intensifies attacks on Ukraine, battle rages as Russian forces advance in Kharkiv | WION

Putin in China: Putin pushes trade & cultural exchanges in Harbin city on final day of China trip

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Russia's President Vladimir Putin laid flowers for the World War II Memorial in Harbin during his State visit to China. On his trip, Putin and his Chinese counterpart even deepened their 'No Limits partnership' as both nations face Rising tensions with the West.

Putin laid a dozen red roses at martyrs of the Soviet Red Army monument

Putin in China: Xi, Putin allege US trying to 'violate strategic nuclear balance'

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Russia-Ukraine war: Russia's assault on Kharkiv region

The Ukrainian border city of Vovchansk has been nearly destroyed, as heavy fighting continues in the region days after Russia launched a new northeast offensive. Watch in for more details!

Russia-Ukraine war: Russia enters Ukraine's Vovchansk in new offensive

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