Putin, Europe and Russia

2024 was a year of triumphs and setbacks for Russian leader Vladimir Putin. Here’s how it unfolded
The year 2024 saw President Vladimir Putin further cement his power as he sought to counter Russia's isolation over the war ...
Putin Ally Calls for Alaska's Return to Russia
Vladimir Solovyov called for the U.S. state's return to Russia after Russian military aircrafts recently entered ...
Putin 'sees more benefit to himself by continuing war than by stopping,' retired general says
Retired U.S. Air Force Lt. Gen. David Deptula provides his assessment on the conflict in Ukraine and the U.S.'s approach to ...
CNN analyst breaks down possible motive behind Putin’s apology
CNN global affairs analyst Kim Dozier responds to Russian President Vladimir Putin’s apology for the “tragic’” Azerbaijan ...
Putin apologizes for airline crash, does not take responsibility
Putin apologized for the “tragic incident” in Russian airspace, but the Kremlin did not take responsibility for downing the ...
Putin Dealt Double Blow in Africa After Syria Retreat
Two African states are frustrating Moscow's efforts to establish a stronger military presence in the continent following the ...
‘Ordinary people with shovels’: Volunteers cleaning Black Sea oil spill ask Putin for help
Volunteers are grappling with environmental havoc across more than 35 miles of coastline, after at least 3,700 tons of heavy ...