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Putin sacks chief of staff Ivanov

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Russian President Vladimir Putin unexpectedly dismisses his chief of staff Sergei Ivanov, part of his inner circle for many years.

  • 12 August 2016
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Russia sends new missiles to Crimea

The Russian military announces the delivery of new air defence missiles to Crimea, in a move scheduled before the latest tension with Ukraine.

  • 12 August 2016
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Germany 'was warned' about Syrian bomber

Germany was warned that a Syrian who blew himself up might carry out a "spectacular" suicide attempt if it tried to deport him, the BBC learns.

  • 12 August 2016
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Burkinis banned on Cannes beaches

  • 12 August 2016
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Turkey football legend sought over coup

  • 12 August 2016
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Russia-Ukraine tensions high over Crimea

  • 12 August 2016
  • From the section Europe

Friends again

Are Russia and Turkey an alliance of misfits?

  • 12 August 2016
  • From the section Europe

War of words

Media in Russia and Ukraine focus on Crimea crisis

  • 12 August 2016
  • From the section Europe

'Offensive and demeaning'

Is some Olympic commentary sexist?

  • 11 August 2016
  • From the section Magazine

A problem for Nato

What is Russia's military capability as shown in Ukraine?

Jonathan Marcus Defence and diplomatic correspondent
  • 11 August 2016
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Eurostar staff announce August strikes

  • 10 August 2016
  • From the section UK

Spain and Portugal avoid budget fines

  • 9 August 2016
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Eurozone growth halves as France stalls

  • 29 July 2016
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