The Latest Breaking News from Moscow

Will Wagner outlive its founder? Russian authorities have confirmed the death of Yevgeny Prigozhin and his number two in the downing of their private jet on a flight to his native Saint Petersburg. We ask about the downing of the plane on the two-month anniversary of his aborted march on…

Kremlin uncertain whether Russian president will attend funeral with arrangements yet to be made public

Wagner fighters relocated to Belarus after their late leader Prigozhin’s mutinous march on Moscow

A second civilian cargo ship to sail from Ukraine since Russia withdrew from a UN-backed Black Sea grain export agreement safely reached Istanbul on Monday, marine traffic monitors said. The news came after Ukraine said its troops had liberated the southeastern village of Robotyne and were trying to advance further…

Genetic analysis confirms mercenary boss was killed after his aircraft went down in what appeared to be an explosion.

Genetic testing confirms identities of 10 people killed in plane crash including Wagner mercenary group boss, says Russia’s investigation committee

Former convict, catering impresario and ally of Vladimir Putin became increasingly vocal critic of Kremlin’s defence chiefs during war in Ukraine

Moscow aiming to increase influence in Africa, winning lucrative contracts and gaining access to key resources

From poisonings to shootings to falls from windows and now possibly plane crashes, Kremlin has been accused of numerous lethal attacks