Russia says Ukraine has fired more missiles at a border region on the eve of election favoring Putin
Ukraine launches missile attacks on Russia's Belgorod border region amid ongoing conflict.
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Kremlin claims Putin made 'no threats about the use of nuclear weapons' in interview
Kremlin denies Putin made nuclear threats despite stating readiness for war.
What can we expect from six more years of Vladimir Putin? An increasingly weak and dysfunctional Russia
Critique of Russia's presidential election and governance under Vladimir Putin's centralization of power.
Ukraine knocks out Russian refinery in major attack
Ukraine launches drone attack on Russian oil refinery, causing significant damage.
Putin says he's ready to use nuclear weapons if Russian state at stake, but 'there has never been such a need' | CNN
Russian President Putin emphasizes nuclear readiness amid tensions with Ukraine and US.
Putin can point to a resilient Russian economy as he orchestrates his reelection
Russia's economy remains stable despite sanctions, with a focus on domestic products and investments in military and infrastructure.