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Many African countries are anxious not to be sucked into a new Cold War and want to maintain cordial relations with both Russia and the West. (Illustration: Getty Images)

Russia looking to strengthen Africa presence

Many African countries are anxious not to be sucked into a new Cold War and want to maintain cordial relations with both Russia and the West

A man lights a candle at a makeshift memorial for Wagner private mercenary group chief Yevgeny Prigozhin in central Moscow on October 1, 2023, to mark 40 days since his death as per Orthodox tradition. (Photo by NATALIA KOLESNIKOVA/AFP via Getty Images)

What Wagner Group’s new branding means for Russia’s operations in Africa

The choice of name could be an attempt to add a layer of obfuscation to cover what has been in plain sight for a long time. That Russian mercenaries in Africa serve one master –…

Alexander Litvinenko in the intensive care unit of University College Hospital, London, on November 20 2006. He died three days later.

Kremlin says European court’s ruling on Litvinenko killing is ‘unfounded’

The European Court of Human Rights on Tuesday ruled that Russia was “responsible” for the 2006 killing of dissident agent Alexander Litvinenko

US President Donald Trump. (Reuters)

Russia used all major social media platforms to aid Trump: report

Two new reports say Russian disinformation campaign on US social media is much more far-reaching than initially thought

The British government holds the Kremlin ultimately responsible for the cyber campaign. (Reuters)

Britain, Australia accuse Russian spies of global cyber attack

Operatives from Russia’s GRU arm carried out various ‘reckless and indiscriminate’ high-profile online attacks, says the UK’s foreign secretary

Since 1999

The World Cup of press freedom

Rather than accepting the competition that comes with pluralism, the Kremlin is intent on rigging the rules of politics

The scrupulously tight-lipped Mueller will appear at back-to-back hearings on July 17 of the House Judiciary and Intelligence Committees. (Jonathan Ernst/Reuters)

UPDATE: Former Trump campaign chief Manafort reports to FBI – US media

Typically, such a wide-ranging investigation would first target lower-level people while building a case against those higher up.

President Jacob Zuma and Vladimir Putin.

Russian embassy rubbishes alleged Putin interference in JZ’s reshuffle as ‘fake news’

The Sunday Times reported this weekend that a delegation from Russia had met with Zuma the day before he announced his 11th Cabinet reshuffle.

On Wednesday

Russia defends slashing US diplomats as hope fades of better ties

President Vladimir Putin announced Sunday that the US will have to slash its diplomatic staff in Russia by 755

(Reuters/Joshua Roberts)

Trump Jnr met Russian lawyer after being promised ‘damaging’ information on Clinton

The New York Times claims US president’s son attended meeting after he was promised ‘damaging information’ about Clinton.

Cyber security.

The cyber-war(s) being fought right under our noses

Hackers are consistently coming up with ways of accessing the devices of people and companies, despite the proliferation of security software.

Tens of thousands of people marched in central Moscow on Sunday to honour slain opposition leader Boris Nemtsov

Thousands march over death of Putin critic

Tens of thousands of people marched in central Moscow on Sunday to honour slain opposition leader Boris Nemtsov, who was gunned down near the Kremlin.

Russians are exchanging their pro-Western clothing for T-shirts with pro-Russian slogans in support of their country after the West imposed sanctions on the country.

Russians show patriotism by trashing pro-Western clothing

Russian citizens are showing support for their country by flaunting anti-sanction slogans such as "We can get our kicks without your Coca-Cola".

Russia detains kissing gay rights activists

Russia’s police have detained more than 20 gay rights activists involved in a "kissing protest" outside parliament.

Puzzle of Putin’s tears

Puzzle of Putin’s tears

Was it fear, was it rage ­– or was the ex-KGB tough guy exploring his feminine side when he wept during during his victory speech?

Putin seeks Kremlin return as critics cry foul

Vladimir Putin sought a convincing victory in Russia’s presidential election to strengthen his hand in dealing with the biggest protest of his rule.

Pro-Putin group ‘plays dirty’

Pro-Putin group ‘plays dirty’

Hacked emails suggest a youth group pays people to sing the prime minister’s praises

‘White ring’ anti-Putin protesters cause chaos

Thousands of cars filled Moscow’s ring road in a protest demanding free elections and slamming Prime Minister Vladimir Putin’s bid to regain power.

Kremlin panel urges new polls, firing of election chief

In a damning statement, the Kremlin’s rights panel has called for the resignation of Russia’s election chief and snap parliamentary elections.

The earthquake still shaking the world

The earthquake still shaking the world

The cataclysmic collapse 20 years ago of the Soviet Union unleashed conflict, instability and poverty that are still felt today.