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Putin's new defence minister is a 'puppet' and a sign of long Ukraine war plan

Russia’s president caught military experts by surprise with his plan to make Andrei Belousov defence minister

Evening Standard

Putin Removes Defence Minister Shoigu

Putin proposed economist Andrey Belousov as Shoigu's replacement, according to a list of the ministerial nominations published by the Federation Council, Russia's upper house of parliament.

International Business Times

Russia's Shoigu: Political Survivor Blamed For Ukraine Setbacks

Sergei Shoigu, who is being replaced as Russia's defence minister, spearheaded Moscow's offensive in Ukraine and has been the country's longest-serving minister, as well as being one of Vladimir Putin's few close friends.

International Business Times

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How Russia is winning in Africa

At least seven coups in formerly pro-Western African countries have opened doors for Russian intervention

Salon

Putin Reappoints Mishustin As Prime Minister Amid Political Uncertainty

Putin reappoints Mishustin as Prime Minister; State Duma to consider candidacy. Shoigu's future uncertain after associate's arrest.

Top News

Russia's homegrown Wikipedia promises a 'different direction' from its inspiration: One where Yevgeny Prigozhin just happened to explode in mid-air

Launched in January, Ruwiki is another attempt by Russia to secure domestic "digital sovereignty."

PC Gamer

Vladimir Putin sworn in for fifth term as Russian President

Putin inaugurated in Kremlin ceremony boycotted by the US and many European Union nations due to the war in Ukraine

Evening Standard

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Putin inaugurated for record fifth term after nearly a quarter-century in power

Vladimir Putin began his fifth term Tuesday as Russian leader at a glittering Kremlin inauguration, setting out on another six years in office after destroying his political opponents, launching a devastating war in Ukraine and concentrating all power in his hands.

France 24

Russian embassy shares disinformation on alleged atrocities by foreign mercenaries in Ukraine

The Russian Embassy in South Africa shared an article on X on April 9 about alleged atrocities committed by foreign mercenaries fighting for Ukraine. But this content originated from a fake news site, and the images used can be traced to other contexts.

France 24

Chechen leader Ramzan Kadyrov shows off workout amid health rumours

Independent Russian media outlet claims strongman was diagnosed with pancreatic necrosis in 2019

The Guardian - UK

US to withdraw from Niger after security pact fails in strategic victory for Russia

Biden administration to rethink counter-terrorism strategy after breakdown of pact allowing US forces on soil to fight jihadists

The Guardian - US

How to Win an Information War by Peter Pomerantsev review – the radio host who beat Goebbels at his own game

This compelling study of 1930s journalist Sefton Delmer reveals how he used ‘grotesque cabaret’ as propaganda to undermine the Germans’ faith in nazism – and how such methods could be used against today’s tyrants

The Guardian - UK

US fears Russia’s influence in Africa after Niger junta cancels security pact

Washington fears loss of bases in Niger would risk the country following its neighbours and falling under Russian hegemony

The Guardian - US

Ilya Gambashidze: Simple soldier of disinformation or king of Russia’s trolls?

He may not be a household name, but Ilya Gambashidze appears to be involved in almost all of the latest Russian disinformation operations across the world. His disruptive cyber actions earned him a spot last year on the European sanctions list. But a FRANCE 24-RFI profile of Russia’s mystery man…

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Al Jazeera

Under new general, Russia’s Wagner makes deeper inroads into Libya

Using a new avatar of the paramilitary group, Putin is strengthening Russia’s presence in the North African country.

WEKU

Putin remains defiant as ever 2 years into Russia's war in Ukraine

The Russian leader had a busy week, one that saw him exude confidence about Russia's military and economic resilience as Ukraine has increasingly struggled on the battlefield.

International Business Times UK

Russian Blogger Who Disclosed War Losses In Ukraine Dies By Apparent Suicide

Russia has so far not disclosed the true casualty toll from its invasion of Ukraine.

WEKU

Alexei Navalny is the latest Putin critic to die in suspicious circumstances

The death of Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny in prison was shocking, but hardly surprising. It follows a long line of fallen critics and opponents of Russian leader Vladimir Putin.

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Al Jazeera

Kremlin critics: What happens to Putin’s most vocal opponents?

During President Vladimir Putin’s rule several of his vocal critics have died or been sentenced to lengthy jail terms.

The Guardian - UK

The mysterious, violent and unsolved deaths of Putin’s foes and critics

Alexei Navalny is latest of Putin’s opponents to have died over course of Russian leader’s nearly 25 years in power

The Guardian - UK

Russia jails ultra-nationalist Putin critic and woman convicted of bomb attack

Igor Girkin has been critical of war effort; Darya Trepova delivered bomb that killed pro-war blogger

International Business Times

Uncertainty Hangs Over Russia's Version Of POW Plane Crash

Questions remained Thursday over the military plane crash that Russia said had killed dozens of captured Ukrainian soldiers ahead of a planned prisoner exchange.

The Guardian - UK

Vladimir Putin will use election to show war-weary Russia he’s still calling the shots

Russia’s presidential election is a foregone conclusion, but the appearance of democracy still matters greatly to its leader

France 24

Retrospective: The top 12 news stories that defined 2023

From a devastating earthquake in Syria and Turkey to a march on Moscow and the war against Hamas in Gaza, 2023 was full of dramatic moments, from the heartfelt to the heartbreaking. FRANCE 24 takes a look back at 12 key events that defined the year in news.

Latin Times

From Botero to Berlusconi To Tina Turner And Delors: Notable Deaths Of 2023

From famed Colombian Painter Fernando Botero to Italy's ex-premier Silvio Berlusconi to rock queen Tina Turner and former EC President Jacques Delors, here are some of 2023's most notable deaths

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