Putin loses fifth member of his inner circle | Diane Francis

2026-03-17

(LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM) – The Russian dictator is currently facing significant domestic instability as a fifth member of his inner circle faces arrest for corruption. Kremlinologist Diane Francis, a non-resident senior fellow at the Atlantic Council, reports that Vladislav Surkov, the figure credited with inventing the current Russian government structure,Continue Reading

Trump’s time ‘is pretty much up’ after major concession to Putin’s allies

2026-03-17

(LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM) – The United States appears to have conceded control of the Strait of Hormuz to Iran, a significant strategic defeat that coincides with the Russian dictator supplying targeting data to Iranian forces against American military assets. Professor Scott Lucas, speaking to the Frontline programme, outlined a chaoticContinue Reading

Russia’s ‘great failure’ in Ukraine has left Putin playing for time in the Kremlin | Scott Lucas

2026-03-17

Russian Dictator Plays for Time Amid Failed Energy War and Allied Diplomatic Stalemates (DUBLIN) – The energy crisis triggered by the United States conflict with Iran has provided a temporary reprieve for the Russian dictator, though diplomatic and military pressures indicate Ukrainian resistance remains steadfast in 2026. Professor Scott Lucas,Continue Reading

Moscow Aviation Grounded Following the Largest Ukrainian Drone Attack on Russia

2026-03-17

(MOSCOW) – The Russian capital experienced significant disruption on Monday as Ukrainian forces launched what is described as the most extensive drone offensive since the full-scale invasion began four years ago. Russian aviation authorities were forced to temporarily suspend operations at Domodedovo, Vnukovo, and Zhukovsky airports following waves of aerialContinue Reading

“Iran’s got Trump by the throat” declares Russian newspaper | Reading Russia

2026-03-17

(MOSCOW) A review of the Russian press reveals a distinct focus on the geopolitical ramifications of the recent actions taken by Donald Trump regarding Iran, alongside a notable media blackout concerning the 2026 Academy Awards. It is highly unlikely that Donald Trump reads the newspaper Moskovsky Komsomolets over his morningContinue Reading

Ukraine Forms Group to Prepare Airport Reopening

Ukraine Forms Group to Prepare Airport Reopening

2026-03-17

(KYIV) – Ukraine has established a working group to prepare for the resumption of operations at its airports, as authorities move towards restoring civilian air traffic under wartime conditions. The Ministry of Communities and Territories Development approved the group under Order No. 511 dated March 13, 2026. The decision formalisesContinue Reading

Moscow Defences Overwhelmed by Three Days of Drone Swarms

2026-03-17

(MOSCOW) – Ukrainian aerial drones have targeted the Russian capital for three consecutive days, exposing significant vulnerabilities in the local air defences. For 72 hours, residents in Moscow have experienced the direct consequences of the ongoing conflict, including regular air raid alerts and explosions at military installations. These operations haveContinue Reading