As of January 2026, Russia's invasion of Ukraine has dragged on longer than the USSR's involvement in the Second World War.

Behind its Potemkin façade of stability, the Russian economy faces some real threats in 2026.

Long out of service for repairs, the Russian aircraft carrier Admiral Kuznetsov faces an uncertain future. 

Behind the Russian nuclear briefcase: secret duties, modest lives, and strict control.

A soldier's sentence for murder was attenuated by his participation in Russia's war in Ukraine.

Russia's new head of drone warfare has no military background, but lots of experience in plumbing.

Two retirees from occupied Zaporizhzhia were convicted of treason by Russian courts for making donations to the Ukrainian Army.

In Zabaikalsky Krai, a serviceman who tracked down deserters has been killed.

Ukrainian soldiers recreated a famous classical painting to playfully showcase their resistance to Russian invasion.

The Russian state reports that more than 5,000 vehicles confiscated from criminals have been sent to serve in the war in Ukraine.

How Russia's War on Ukraine has shattered its military education system.

Russia expands cadet kindergartens, where preschoolers train like soldiers.