The Latest Breaking News from Vladimir Putin

Donald Trump’s return to the White House in January 2025, combined with a Republican-led US Senate, was widely feared among international allies and will be cheered by some of America’s foes. While the former put on a brave face, the latter are finding it hard to hide their glee.

Public congratulations but private foreboding as heads of state, ministers and diplomats express hopes for cooperation and peace

Kremlin spokesperson confirms Russia will not congratulate Trump due to strained relations, emphasizing patience and analysis for future ties.

Intelligence official says West grappling to catch up with emerging axis of China, North Korea and Iran supporting Russia

The upper house of Russian parliament has ratified a treaty with North Korea envisioning mutual military assistance

Head of Australia’s Office of National Intelligence said the West must disrupt emerging ‘networks’ that pose a threat.

A lot is at stake for North Korea’s leader as he sends young, inexperienced recruits to join Vladimir Putin’s war in Ukraine

This is a rolling guide to articles and audio published by The Conversation in the aftermath of the US presidential election.

Russian lawmakers will vote Wednesday to ratify a landmark mutual defence pact with North Korea, as the West says Pyongyang sent thousands of troops to fight for Russia against Ukraine.

Former UK prime minister Boris Johnson has argued that Donald Trump brought “peace and relative stability” during his tenure as US president,…

‘He is making absolutely no attempt to conceal his contempt for Boris Johnson,’ one viewer noted