Charles Maynes

France, Poland and European allies warn of escalating Russian 'hybrid' attacks

The leaders of France, Poland, and other leading European nations are alarmed over what they describe as Russian "hybrid" attacks.

Russians head to the polls to choose lawmakers for their parliament

Charles Maynes

Russians head to the polls to choose lawmakers for their parliament, the Duma. It's Russia's first nationwide parliamentary race since launching its full scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022.

How the U.S. focus on Iran is fueling a more aggressive Putin

Charles Maynes, Scott Simon

Trump's top envoys head to Moscow and Kyiv as Putin steps up round the clock bombing of Ukraine. With the U.S. distracted by Iran, is Putin becoming increasingly emboldened?

Putin signals support for Iran in ongoing war with the U.S.

Charles Maynes

Russia's Vladimir Putin is signaling unwavering support for Iran, as Tehran thanks Moscow for backing amid the escalating Middle East war.

Ukraine sanctions creators of popular Russian cartoon series, 'Masha and the Bear'

Charles Maynes, Michel Martin

Ukraine has imposed sanctions on the creators of the popular Russian cartoon series for allegedly spreading "pro-Russia narratives" and posing a threat to national security.

Russia imports gas as Ukrainian strikes result in shortages

Charles Maynes

Russia has begun importing fuel as Ukrainian strikes on Russian refineries and depots cause shortages.

At least 6 dead after Ukraine launches aerial attack on Russia

Charles Maynes, Michel Martin

Ukraine launched one of its largest aerial attacks of the war on Russia, killing at least six people. How are Russians feeling as the war grinds on?