Navalny aide says disappearance from prison down to 'control from Kremlin'

Artists spray-paint portraits of Alexei Navalny behind a Soviet monument in Vienna

Austrian graffiti duo Joel Gamnou painted the portraits, receiving mostly positive feedback from the public, although criticism arose from certain groups alleging political misuse of the wall.

Alexei Navalny: Russian court rejects Navalny mother’s case alleging improper medical care| Oneindia

A lawsuit filed by the mother of the late Russian opposition figure, Alexei Navalny, alleging inadequate medical care during his time in the Arctic penal colony where he passed away, has been dismissed. The court in the town of Labytnangi, near the penal colony, rejected the suit, citing Navalny's absence as the plaintiff. Ivan Zhdanov, a former aide to Navalny, expressed dismay over the decision, highlighting Navalny's history of filing lawsuits regarding medical care in prisons. The dismissal, Zhdanov noted, comes with a tone of mockery, given Navalny's tragic demise. ~HT.178~PR.152~ED.194~

Vladimir Putin Secures 5th Term as Russia’s President

Vladimir Putin Secures 5th Term , as Russia’s President. On March 18, Russia's Central Election Commission confirmed that Putin won reelection by a landslide. He reportedly received over 87% of the vote. Countries that congratulated him include Cuba, Honduras, Nicaragua, North Korea, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan and Venezuela. However, critics say that Putin didn't have any credible opposition, and free speech against him was stifled. For example, Alexei Navalny, a fierce opponent of Putin's, died last month in an Arctic prison, and his other critics have either been jailed or exiled, 'USA Today' reports. . For example, Alexei Navalny, a fierce opponent of Putin's, died last month in an Arctic prison, and his other critics have either been jailed or exiled, 'USA Today' reports. . Independent media outlets have also been shuttered. . The elections took place in an ever-shrinking political space, which has resulted in an alarming increase of violations of civil and political rights.., Josep Borrell, the European Union's top foreign policy official, via statement. ... and precluded many candidates from running, including all those opposed to Russia’s illegal war of aggression, deprived Russian voters of a real choice and heavily limited their access to accurate information, Josep Borrell, the European Union's top foreign policy official, via statement. The United States referred to the vote as "neither free nor fair," while Germany called it a "pseudo-election.". Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said that Putin is "sick with power and is doing everything in his power to rule forever.". Putin is currently Russia's "longest-serving leader since Joseph Stalin," 'USA Today' reports.

Election In Russia On 15th March, Vladimir Putin Likely To Tighten His Grip On Power| Oneindia News

Elections in Russia are imminent, with President Putin urging participation from March 15-17, stressing unity. Putin, set for his fifth term, faces little opposition after Navalny's demise. Early global voting proceeds smoothly, including in Eastern Ukraine. Kyiv condemns this, citing violations of international law. The Russian Federation Council sets the official election date for March 17, signalling Putin's entrenched leadership akin to a president-for-life. #Russia #RussiaElections #VladimirPutin #EasternUkraine #Kyiv #AlexeiNavalny #RussiaElectionnews #RussianFederation #Kremlin #Zelensky #Electionresults #Worldnews #Oneindia #Oneindianews ~HT.178~PR.152~ED.101~GR.124~

Lithuania blames Russia for hammer attack on exiled Navalny aide

Putin's inauguration : is his position totally assured at the top of the Kremlin ?

Cameron statement on UK arms for Ukraine 'dangerous', Kremlin says

Kremlin brands France and UK's Ukraine comments as 'dangerous'

Moscow has reacted to comments about sending troops and arms to Ukraine as dangerous, while Kyiv urges Western allies to speed up aid deliveries.

Mass brawl breaks out in Georgian parliament over controversial media law

A huge punch-up has erupted in Georgia's parliament over a controversial foreign influence law, some say follows in the Kremlin's authoritarian footsteps.

Russia Floods: Kremlin Issues New Warning to Kazakhstan as River Levels Surge| Oneindia News

Rising water levels in Russia and Kazakhstan trigger mass evacuations, affecting over 100,000 people. Unprecedented floods hit major cities like Moscow and Astana, prompting states of emergency. Evacuations continue as rivers swell, with warnings issued for residents to leave flood-prone areas immediately. Officials work to bolster defences and manage the escalating crisis. #russiafloods #russiafloodstoday #russiafloods2024 #moscow #Astana #russiafloodsand #russiafloodsandrussia #Worldnews #Oneindia #Oneindianews ~ED.101~GR.122~

Russia Mocks U.S. with Video Of 'Invincible' Abrams Tank Being Set Ablaze by Drones | Watch

Vladimir Putin's forces destroyed another American main battle tank utilized by Ukraine. Using drones, Russian troops set ablaze U.S. Abrams tanks, capturing the fiery destruction in a compelling video. This latest blow brings the total number of destroyed Abrams tanks in Ukraine to seven, as Russian forces press on in the annexed regions. #VladimirPutin #AbramTank #AmericanTanks #LeopardTanks #RussianForces #Ukrainewar #RussiaUkrainewar #Worldnews #Oneindia #Oneindianews ~HT.99~PR.152~ED.194~

Putin's grip on power as tight as ever

'Putin Ordered Zelensky's Assassination By Using....': Kyiv Makes Shocking claims Against Russia

Ukrainian intelligence agents have successfully thwarted a Russian plan to assassinate Volodymyr Zelensky. The SBU State Security Service of Ukraine revealed that they apprehended Russian agents embedded within the Ukrainian state guard service. These agents were allegedly plotting to kidnap and assassinate the president along with other high-ranking government officials. According to Vasyl Malyuk, the Head of the SBU, the failed assassination attempt was intended as a "gift" to Vladimir Putin just before his upcoming inauguration on Tuesday. The SBU stated that they arrested two suspected "moles" who they believe were recruited by Russia prior to the invasion #ZelenskyAssassinationPlan #UkraineFoilsPlot #RussianSpyAgency #RussiaUkraineWar #SecurityAlert #GeopoliticalTensions #InternationalEspionage #SBUIntelligence #DefendingZelensky #UnifiedResponse ~HT.178~PR.152~ED.103~GR.124~

Putin's Fear Rattles NATO: Macron Says Won't Fight Russia After Russia Deploys Nukes Near Kyiv

French President Emmanuel Macron clarified on Monday that the US and its allies have no intentions of seeking regime change in Russia. However, Paris remains committed to supporting Kiev in its ongoing conflict with Moscow, pledging continued aid for as long as necessary. Macron's remarks came during a joint press conference with Chinese President Xi Jinping at the Elysee Palace, where they engaged in discussions alongside the President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen. Among the topics addressed were the Ukraine conflict, bilateral trade, and economic relations between France and China. In his statements, Macron emphasised the importance of dialogue and cooperation in addressing global challenges, underscoring the need for diplomatic solutions to complex geopolitical issues. #Macron #France #Russia #UkraineWar #NuclearDeployment #TacticalWeapons #Diplomacy #Geopolitics #InternationalRelations #XiJinping #Meeting #PeaceEfforts #ConflictResolution #GlobalSecurity #News ~HT.178~PR.152~ED.101~GR.124~

Putin begins his fifth term as President, more in control of Russia than ever