Vladimir Putin may have swerved away from a full conscription policy because of what we know about how if affects political support.
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Russia has annexed four Ukrainian regions, saying they have always been part of the ‘motherland’. But Moscow’s territorial claim is as flimsy as the excuse it used to start the war
A quick look back at the history books might have deterred the prime minister from her extreme actions.
Some of the key articles from our coverage of the war in Ukraine over the past week.
The economic turmoil from Liz Truss’s growth plan is causing unease among Conservative MPs.
Political violence that has broken out during the rule of Brazil’s president Bolsonaro draws on a long history of attacks.
Russians fleeing over the border into Georgia are encountering hostility as well as support.
Widespread outrage at Vladimir Putin’s decision to introduce partial mobilisation has focused attention on his ability to rule by decree.
Russian men fleeing conscription are entitled to protection under international law – here’s why.
Requiring low-paid, part-time workers to increase their hours or take on multiple jobs can have adverse physical and mental health impacts.
Tensions between Hindus and Muslims have been growing in Leicester for months. The city’s leadership needs to take the time to understand why.
Data shows that more than half of Iranian women oppose the compulsory wearing of hijabs and that the vast majority oppose an Islamic Republic.
After a very divisive election campaign, the winner of the Brazilian election will need to reuite the country.
Forming a pact with the Liberal Democrats would make electoral sense in England – but Keir Starmer does not see it as a risk worth taking.
The Kremlin claims 97% of votes counted are for the four occupied regions to join the Russian Federation.
The scale of the ‘disability price tag’ means one-off payments will hardly make a dent for many households.
The dire economic outlook means bolder choices will be needed for an opposition party looking to win the next election.
There’s a mountain climb but there are positive signs for the opposition in the first few weeks of Liz Truss’s government,
Italy’s next prime minister promises a lot on the campaign trail but the reality of government will prove a shock.
Waiting in line to see the Queen lying in state resonates with other contemporary, post-secular forms of pilgrimage.
The Labour leader is actually quite good at building a narrative but he needs to be more consistent in his efforts.
Regular intelligence briefings for the public’s consumption have been a feature of the war in Ukraine.
Bridging generational gaps through friendship can help address loneliness, fight ageism and promote inclusion.
The recent suicide of Mandeep Kaur highlights how women of Sikh heritage can face shame and stigma.
Latest figures show that Northern Ireland comprises not just Catholics and Protestants but a third group that defies religious categorisation.