Many see the charges against Kirill Serebrennikov, who recently brought his plays to Israel, as punishment for his anti-establishment views

All visitors to Russian president's residence outside Moscow must go through device

Paul Whelan denounces 'sham trial' from defendant's bench; 'outraged' by decision, US envoy to Moscow says no evidence was provided

In swipe at Trump, Russian president claims Washington's coronavirus response is failing because governors are openly challenging the president

Putin confidant reportedly in good condition, under medical supervision; number of daily new cases in country hovers around 9,000

Russian leader says 'strict safety measures' will be put in place for commemorations marking defeat of Nazi Germany in WWII, which were postponed due to pandemic

Russian, US, UN and EU envoys to meet via video conference as Moscow works to bring Palestinians back to peace process amid anger over Trump peace plan

TV report says EU, UN also back proposed meeting in Geneva, viewing it as opportunity to prevent West Bank annexation under Trump plan; unclear if Israel will get invite

Country becomes 3rd-hardest-hit worldwide as COVID-19 sweeps through Latin America; clashes reported in Chile over food shortages; worrying signs in Argentina as well

Ambassador says no reason to reimpose ban on weapons sales after October expiration, calls US idea to reenter nuke deal in order to trigger new sanctions 'ridiculous'