Russia/Ukraine War
BRICS nations advocate for equality while using diverse development models — Putin
The Russian president noted that new centers of global governance are currently emerging
China’s disarmament union calls on IAEA to boost supervision of Japan's plutonium stocks
Chairman Dai Huaicheng added that Japan had long justified the plutonium reserves growth by developing a nuclear cycle
Rosatom confident in solving nuclear plant construction issues in Africa — CEO
African nations show high interest in construction of nuclear power plants, Alexey Likhachev underscored
Preparations for Ukraine talks, protests in Europe: senior Russian diplomat’s statements
Moscow is skeptical that the results of the US midterm elections will change the White House’s approach to Russia, Deputy Foreign Minister Sergey Ryabkov said
Norwegian Prime Minister Defends Phone Call With Vladimir Putin
Some officials in Europe have criticized Støre and Finnish President Alexander Stubb for their decision to reach out to the Russian leader.
Multipolar world is becoming real, this trend is irreversible — Putin
As the president noted, the Russia-Africa Forum fits well into global transformational processes
Moscow not negotiating US companies’ return to Russian oil, gas projects — Novak
The Russian deputy prime minister said earlier that Russia and the US could begin cooperating on liquefied natural gas projects in the Arctic, as well as on the development of min…
EU fears Russia-US contacts broader than Brussels expected — TV
According to the TV channel, the Europeans are seeking a way to participate in the talks
Russian troops liberate two communities in Ukraine operation over past day — top brass
Russian air defense forces intercepted and destroyed 617 Ukrainian unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) and two Neptune missiles over the past 24 hours, the ministry reported
Putin arrives in Moscow’s Gostiny Dvor exhibition complex to address Russia-Africa forum
African Union’s current Chairman and Burundian President Evariste Ndayishimiye rose to the stage with the Russian President
Russia draws up list of industrial facilities, solutions for protection — top official
Russian Deputy PM Denis Manturov emphasized that that active work is underway in all regions to create mobile fire groups and strengthen emergency recovery teams
The West persists in attempts to sow division among our compatriots — Russian MFA
Deputy Foreign Minister Andrey Rudenko stressed the importance to counter the West’s aggressive actions aimed at provoking conflict by pursuing a policy of ‘divide and rule’
Russia discussing with partners extension of ISS operations until 2032 — deputy PM
The manned space program, cross flights, and work on the International Space Station are proceeding as planned, Denis Manturov said
Kiev receives 12 Patriot missiles per month from US, but fires more than 30, Zelensky says
Earlier, Kiev had repeatedly reported a shortage of interceptor missiles for its air defense system
Russia grants consular access to detained Japanese journalist — MFA
According to Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Andrey Rudenko, representatives of the Japanese embassy were granted such access on Monday
Tokyo can create means of delivering nuclear weapons, China says
According to Secretary General of the China Arms Control and Disarmament Association Dai Huaicheng, Japan has been actively expanding its military capabilities in recent years by …
At least 46 killed in collision between two passenger trains in Spain
The accident occurred around 09:00 a.m. local time
No confirmation yet regarding Putin-Trump-Xi summit on APEC sidelines — Russian MFA
When asked whether the topic of arms control would be addressed during the summit, Andrey Rudenko clarified that the agenda itself is still under discussion
Russia’s largest bookstore chain says it has spent millions of rubles pulling banned books from sale. They’re shredded on camera.
Russia’s largest bookstore chain, Chitai-Gorod–Bukvoed, has spent about 100 million rubles in recent years pulling books that violate Russian law from sale and destroying them, th…
Rostec’s new Obereg GR body armor incorporates bleeding control system
The corporation noted that one of the key advantages of the Obereg GR is its low weight and comfort, combined with a large area of body protection
Rosgeo launches gold exploration in Central African Republic
According to General Director of Zarubezhgeologia Alexey Desyatkin, Rosgeo has hands-on experience operating in more than 15 African nations
Russia will continue supplying agricultural products to Africa — MFA
According to Deputy Foreign Minister Georgy Borisenko, Moscow understands that many countries are in need of Russian grain or other agricultural goods
Press review: Europe seeks restoration of Russia ties as aid operation starts in Alyoshki
Top stories from the Russian press on Wednesday, October 28th
Ozon Posts Over $370M in Estimated Damages From Drone Attacks
The online retailer said it was still negotiating with insurers as it seeks compensation to offset the financial impact of the strikes.