Thousands are fleeing the country to avoid call to fight in Ukraine after Russia ordered first mobilisation since WW II.
Former US security contractor one of 75 foreign nationals listed by the decree as being granted Russian citizenship.
The Russian offensive enters its 214th day, we track where battles are taking place and the human cost of war.
Long queues form at Russia’s borders as men try to leave the country as they fear being called up to fight in Ukraine.
The Pink Floyd co-founder, who was booked to play in Poland in April, denies claims he or his management cancelled.
More than 730 people were arrested across Russia at protests against the military call-up order.
Kyiv has been asking for air defence systems and other arms from Israel since shortly after the war started in February.
Military call-up has been criticised by the Kremlin’s own supporters – unheard of in Russia.
