Russia's Vladimir Putin sworn in as president for a fifth term
Vladimir Putin, in power since 1999, begins his new mandate more than two years after he sent tens of thousands of troops into Ukraine.
Tue May 07 2024
Analysis - The Kremlin saw off Navalny - what now for Russia's opposition?
All of Vladimir Putin's main opponents have either been killed or are in prison or abroad, said Vladimir Kara-Murza.
Thu Mar 21 2024
Alexei Navalny to be buried in Moscow amid uncertainty, tight security
Navalny is will be buried at the Borisovskoye cemetery two weeks after he suddenly died at the age of 47 in an Arctic penal colony.
Fri Mar 01 2024
Navalny to be buried on Friday, allies accuse Russia of blocking plan for bigger service
Alexei Navalny's allies had been looking for a hall to accommodate supporters at a farewell ceremony, but said had been refused everywhere.
Wed Feb 28 2024
Biden calls Putin a 'crazy SOB' during San Francisco fundraiser
Joe Biden's verbal attacks against Vladimir Putin have also sharply intensified at the White House and on the campaign trail.
Thu Feb 22 2024
US to impose 'major sanctions' on Russia over Navalny death
The latest sanctions on Russia will include the country's defense and industrial bases, along with sources of revenue for the economy.
Wed Feb 21 2024
Navalny's widow says she will continue her husband's fight against Putin
Yulia Navalnaya accused Vladimir Putin of killing her husband and robbed their two children of a father.
Tue Feb 20 2024
EXPLAINER - Alexei Navalny's death: What do we know?
It was unclear where Alexei Navalny's body was.
Mon Feb 19 2024
More than 400 detained in Russia at events in memory of Navalny, rights group says
Alexei Navalny fell unconscious and died after a walk at the "Polar Wolf" Arctic penal colony where he was serving a three-decade sentence.
Mon Feb 19 2024
Russia's Navalny says he is forced to listen to pro-Putin singer every morning
Alexei Navalny disclosed that he is forced to listen to "I am Russian," a patriotic by Shaman, at 0500 every morning.
Tue Jan 23 2024
Navalny's team says he has vanished in Russia's prison system
The process of moving prisoners by rail across Russia's vast territory can take weeks, with lawyers and family unable to obtain information.
Tue Dec 12 2023
Navalny camp sets strategy to disrupt Putin's path to new term
Vladimir Putin appears unbeatable in a presidential election but opposition activists scent a chance to show he is vulnerable.
Mon Dec 11 2023
Russia's Navalny has mystery ailment which may be poisoning - spokeswoman
Alexei Navalny has lost 8 kg in weight in just over two weeks, his spokeswoman Kira Yarmysh said.
Thu Apr 13 2023
'Navalny,' portrait of Kremlin critic, wins best documentary Oscar
The film "Navalny" is about the poisoning that nearly killed Alexei Navalny, Russia's most prominent opposition leader.
Mon Mar 13 2023
Russia's Navalny says he is back in solitary confinement
Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny said he had been placed in solitary confinement for 14 days for refusing to wash a fence.
Wed Oct 12 2022
ISIS Malaysia's perspective of Budget 2025
An excellent rakyat-centric budget under the overarching principle of a caring and humane economy.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Record increase in STR, SARA aid initiatives
The government will provide a significant boost to the Sumbangan Tunai Rahmah (STR) and Sumbangan Asas Rahmah (SARA) initiatives next year.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: EPF contributions to be made mandatory for foreign workers – PM Anwar
The government plans to make it compulsory for all non-citizen workers to contribute to the Employees Provident Fund (EPF).
Fri Oct 18 2024
What policies to expect from Indonesia's new President Prabowo
Prabowo will be open to foreign investment, his aide has said, such as by offering investors management of airports and sea ports.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Govt allocates RM470 mil to empower women's participation in PMKS
The Women's Leadership Apprenticeship Program will be intensified as an effort to produce more female corporate personalities.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Israel sends more troops into north Gaza, deepens raid
Residents of Jabalia in northern Gaza said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp, using heavy air and ground fire.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Indonesia ramps up security ahead of Prabowo's inauguration
Prabowo Subianto will be sworn in as Indonesia's president on Sunday with Vice President-elect, Gibran Rakabuming Raka, also taking office.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Immediate allocation of RM150 mil for local authorities, DID to tackle flash floods
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim said this allocation is intended to address the recent flash floods that hit the capital and several major towns.
Fri Oct 18 2024
Budget 2025: Sabah, Sarawak to continue receiving among highest allocations - PM
Sabah and Sarawak continues to be prioritised under Budget 2025, with allocations of RM6.7 billion and RM5.9 billion respectively.
Fri Oct 18 2024
NFOF will be operational in November 2024 with funding of RM1 bil
PM Anwar Ibrahim said NFOF will support venture capital fund managers to invest in startup companies with RM300 million set aside for 2025.
Fri Oct 18 2024