Former prime minister Stephen Harper told a conference in Saskatchewan on Monday that Russian President Vladimir Putin is “an evil man” who will leave Russia poor and in chaos.

US President Donald Trump has issued a fresh ultimatum to Russian leader Vladimir Putin amid tensions over a peace deal with Ukraine, stating he's "got to make a deal". Speaking to reporters in Turnberry,

Vladimir Putin may be growing increasingly worried about a small NATO member on Russia's doorstep that is openly preparing for potential warfare.In what resembles a David versus Goliath standoff, the tiny Baltic state of Lithuania has started boosting military expenditures and conducting war games in response to escalating threats from Moscow.

In a significant sign of vulnerability, Russia has abruptly canceled its flagship Navy Day parade in St. Petersburg, a major annual showcase of military strength. -The Kremlin cited vague “security reasons,

Russia has called off its annual Navy Day parade in St Petersburg over "security concerns". The event, which typically showcases a procession of military vessels along the Neva River with Vladimir Putin in attendance,