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US extracted spy from Russia amid fears Trump administration mishandled classified intelligence
The source, who had been providing information for decades, had access to Putin and sent pictures of high-level documents.
Russia and Ukraine swap 70 prisoners in landmark exchange
Among those swapped were 24 Ukrainian sailors, Ukrainian filmmaker Oleg Sentsov and Russian journalist Kyrylo Vyshynsky.
Scotland's Euro 2020 hopes dented as Russia take three points from Hampden
Stephen O’Connell’s own goal saw Russia complete a 2-1 comeback victory against Scotland, whose Euro 2020 hopes took a blow at Hampden Park.
Mullan strikes late to secure Ireland's top-tier status at European Hockey Championships
The 3-2 win also ensures Ireland Women’s place in the 2021 edition of the tournament.
Russia launches floating nuclear reactor in Arctic despite warnings from environmentalists
Environmental groups have dubbed the project “Chernobyl on ice” and a “nuclear Titanic.”
Two killed and radiation levels rise in second incident at a Russian military base this week
The far-north town of Nyonoska was affected by the blast during the testing of a jet engine.
Hundreds detained during unauthorised protests in Russia
The protests come following a refusal to allow some opposition politicians to run in the September polls.
US blames Russia over ending of a major Cold War-era nuclear arms deal
This comes after Washington launched the process to pull out of the INF treaty this year.
Rammstein band members kiss on stage in Moscow in defiance of Russia anti-LGBTQ laws
Russia has a law banning the distribution of materials on ‘non-traditional’ relationships among minors.
Putin-critic Alexei Navalny sent back to prison after suspicious 'allergic reaction'
Alexei Navalny is serving a 30-day sentence for calling a mass protest in Moscow.
'Honestly, I'm scared': Over 1,000 people arrested at Moscow rally for fair elections
The rally came a week after the capital’s biggest demonstration in years.
'Three years of embarrassment and a waste of time': Trump gloats after Mueller testimony
Robert Mueller told Congress he had not exonerated the US president of obstruction allegations, but again declined to accuse him of a crime.
South Korean fighter jets fire over 400 warning shots at Russian military aircraft
Seoul said a Russian A-50 warplane twice entered South Korean airspace, a claim Moscow has denied.
Turkey receives first batch of Russian missile defence system angering US
NATO said it’s “concerned about the potential consequences” of the purchase.
Irish men's team bow out of University Games in defeat to Russia
Both sides had a man sent off in a game decided by a penalty.
Russia says fatal fire on submarine started in vessel's battery compartment
Russia’s Defence Minister has said the fire did not impact its nuclear reactor.
Tributes paid to Irish climber who died descending Europe's tallest peak
Alan Mahon (40) from Monasterevin was a member of a party of ten climbers who were climbing Mount Elbrus.
Fourteen Russian sailors die in fire on 'small nuclear-powered submarine'
Russia has not confirmed the type of vessel involved but Russian media have said it was a small nuclear sub.
Suspected stray Syrian anti-aircraft missile hits north Cyprus
The missile was launched as part of an air defence system during an Israeli air raid. No one was injured in the incident.
Russia to release 100 illegally captured whales from 'jail'
Celebrities, including actor Leonardo DiCaprio and TV star Pamela Anderson, had called for their release.
4 people charged with murder over downing of flight MH17
The plane travelling between Amsterdam and Kuala Lumpur was hit by a Russian-made missile in July 2014.
EU says 'Russian sources' tried to undermine European election vote
The commission said it will take time to determine the “scope and impact” of the disinformation campaigns.
Russian police arrest hundreds at protest following release of detained journalist
Ivan Golunov was detained last week after being charged with attempting to deal a “large amount” of drugs.
Russian investigative journalist facing drugs charges taken to hospital alleging he was beaten by police
Supporters claim Ivan Golunov has been framed.
Donald Trump says he had 'nothing to do with Russia helping me to get elected'
Trump then later said to reporters: “Russia did not help me get elected. You know who got me elected? I got me elected.”
Charging Trump with a crime was not an option under Department of Justice rules, says Mueller
Mueller reiterated what the report had previously concluded; that there was interference from Russia.
Simon Yates suffers massive time loss as Russian Zakarin wins Giro's first summit finish
The Briton lost over two minutes to general classification rivals Primoz Roglic and Vincenzo Nibali.
Russian TV kids talent show cancels result after bots taint vote
Mikella Abramova is the daughter of a former Eurovision contestant and a wealthy businessman.
In Russia, men and women are turning to sex coaches to get over Soviet-era taboos
Sex, as a subject, remains largely an unmentionable in Russia.
Donald Trump Jr subpoenaed to testify before Senate panel in Russia probe
It was the first known legal summons issued to a member of the president’s family.
Moscow plane tragedy: Pilot says aircraft was struck by lightning before crash landing that killed 41
There were 78 people including crew members on board the plane.
Spain turn on the style in Bray, Hungary shock Portugal and Italy win in U17 Euro openers
Iceland also came out on top this afternoon.
Beluga whale found in Norwegian waters 'may have been trained by Russian navy'
The whale was wearing a harness bearing the words “Equipment of St. Petersburg”.
Vladimir Putin could become the middle-man in Trump-Kim denuclearisation talks
Donald Trump was among the topics discussed by the two leaders during their first one-on-one summit.
Kim Jong Un and Vladimir Putin vow closer ties as they meet for the first time
Both leaders have met in Russia’s eastern city of Vladivostok, after Kim travelled by train from the North.
North Korea's Kim Jong Un arrives in Russia for Putin summit
The talks will be Kim’s first face-to-face meeting with another head of state since his meeting with Trump.
Russia says it's 'too early' to say whether it could work with Ukraine's new leader
Volodymyr Zelensky won a landslide victory yesterday.
'What was taxpayers' money get spent on?' Russia dismisses report into its meddling in US election
Russia has consistently rejected any claims of interference in the election.
US justice department to publish 'redacted' version of Mueller report into Russian collusion on Thursday
‘The report could feature allegations that Trump tried to obstruct the investigation.’
Conroy's stunning tries help Ireland reach qualification semi-final of World Rugby Seven Series
Their next match takes place today at 5.32am Irish time on Sunday.
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