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As Ukraine takes the fight to Russians, signs of unease in Moscow over war's progress

Whether or not the Ukraine counteroffensive that began in early June 2023 succeeds in dislodging Russian troops from occupied territory, there are growing signs that the push has prompted anxiety back in Moscow.

The Conversation

Photos of Belarus leader emerge after days of absences that sparked health rumors

For nearly a week, the whereabouts of Belarus’ authoritarian leader Alexander Lukashenko have been a mystery

The Independent UK

Belarus president Alexander Lukashenko fails to appear at ceremony sparking speculation about his health

Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko failed to appear at a major state ceremony in the capital Minsk on Sunday, triggering speculation that the veteran leader is seriously ill.

Evening Standard

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Belarus PM replaces Lukashenko at ceremony, sparks speculation

Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko, who has not been seen in public since Tuesday, did not appear on Sunday at a ceremony in the capital, Minsk, triggering speculation that the veteran leader is seriously ill.

Reuters

Hawkish Russian broadcaster Simonyan says she has been banned from Armenia

Margarita Simonyan, hawkish head of the Russian state broadcaster RT, said on Tuesday that she had been banned from Armenia, along with a senior Russian lawmaker.

Reuters

Russia’s annexation gamble: Why is Putin raising the stakes?

Russian political insiders say move to formally seize Ukrainian territory underscores Moscow’s refusal to back down.

Al Jazeera

Ukraine war: Is Kazakhstan going cool on Russia?

President Tokayev publicly refused to recognise separatist regions in Ukraine, enraging some Kremlin officials.

Al Jazeera

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