Putin’s Credibility Has Suffered in the Iran War. Or Has It?
Despite its long slog in Ukraine and the loss of former allies like Syria, Russia is benefiting from costly energy, a clever narrative and America’s own failure to achieve a quick victory.
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Three-day ceasefire ends with fresh wave of Russian attacks on Ukraine – as it happened
At least one person killed as Moscow launches drone strikes on energy facilities and apartments European culture editorIt was meant to be the crowning moment of a seemingly never-ending success story: the 70th anniversary of the world’s biggest and eve…
Doctors told French woman hantavirus symptoms were ‘anxiety’
The MV Hondius passenger is now in a critical condition in a Paris hospital
Zelensky’s former chief of staff named in major corruption probe that shocked Ukraine
Yermak was widely seen as Ukraine’s second most powerful person
Teen bedroom art installation shines spotlight on Ukraine’s stolen children
Since the start of the current conflict, more than 20,500 Ukrainian children have been taken by RussiaIt looks like a typical teenager’s bedroom: football shirts on the wall, crumpled clothes on the floor, exercise books open on the desk. But it is a w…
Zelenskyy’s ex-chief of staff accused in Ukraine corruption investigation
Anti-graft agencies say Andriy Yermak suspected of participating in criminal group that laundered $10.5m in housing project, which he denies ownership inUkrainian authorities have named Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s powerful former chief of staff as a suspect …
Hantavirus latest: Health chief warns further cases linked to outbreak on cruise ship are expected
At least nine cases have been confirmed
Is France’s Centrist Leader Trying to Weatherproof It From the Far Right?
President Emmanuel Macron has appointed a string of allies who will remain in critical state positions after next year’s presidential election, and who could thwart a far-right successor.
Cannes spotlight reverts to auteurs as Hollywood retreats from film festival
Absence of big US films heralds renewed focus on international cinema that underpins festival’s reputationFor decades, Cannes has occupied a unique place in the cultural imagination – not just as the world’s most prestigious film festival, but as Holly…
Putin tests new nuclear ballistic missile and claims it could enter combat this year
The claim comes as a three-day ceasefire between Moscow and Kyiv expired