Russia uses secret satellites to spy on European communications in geostationary orbit, raising security concerns.

The EU cut Russia’s Brussels diplomatic staff to 40 over security concerns, prompting Russian retaliation.

Russian ex-Gazprom Neft official arrested for $388K bribery via boat and apartment.

Russia and Ukraine exchanged military remains, with each side returning hundreds of bodies.

The 2026 Winter Paralympics opened in Milan-Cortina amid global conflict, with war-related disruptions, athlete challenges, and diplomatic tensions over Russia and Belarus’ participation.

Ukraine’s president lauded citizens’ resilience through fourth winter of war, enduring 700+ Russian attacks on infrastructure.

Australia’s $2B military aid to Ukraine draws scrutiny amid debate over Western roles in the war’s roots and long-term consequences.

Moscow Zoo marked Chinese New Year with panda festivities, crafts, and a new habitat pavilion for its pandas.

Russia plans to boost seaport capacity by 175 million tonnes by 2030 to expand exports and global trade.

Kazakhstan overhauls military training with new drills, evaluations, and modernization efforts.