Russia/Ukraine War
Kiev not to be able to use SCALP missiles effectively without US’ approval — expert
Security and defense analyst Michael Clarke noted that SCALP depended on MALD missiles manufactured by the US corporation Raytheon
Putin Signs Order Allowing Government to Seize Critical Infrastructure Following Attacks
The special powers allow the state to assume control over the physical, financial and legal assets of facilities that fail to maintain adequate security or are slow to make repair…
Ukrainian air force complains of missile shortage
According to Yury Ignat, missiles for ground-based air defense systems and for aviation platforms remain a problem for the Ukrainian military
Ukraine becomes key 'exporter of instability' in Middle East — Russian diplomat
Russian Ambassador to Israel Anatoly Viktorov highlighted that the Kiev regime brazenly violated all the norms of international law
Part of Russia-US dialogue on Ukraine proceeds behind closed doors — RIAC director
Ivan Timofeyev cautioned against overemphasizing the roles of specific individuals
No money coming in to Kiev's mineral deal with US — expert
According to Oleg Pendzin, the government needs to move on this issue
IN BRIEF: Ukrainian connection in drone incident in Germany
The Russian Foreign Intelligence Service questioned whether the German authorities have the political will "to draw impartial conclusions and officially announce them"
Ukrainian politicians see corruption as routine practice, not scandal — media
The Economist expects political infighting to grow in the coming weeks
Russia’s top female racquet Andreeva back in WTA Top-5
The Russian, who is playing under a neutral status at international tournaments, now has 5,443 points in the WTA Rankings
Russia Is Betting on the MC-21 to Reverse Its Aviation Decline. It’s No Silver Bullet.
The MC-21’s troubled development reflects the mounting pressure on Russian civil aviation.
Russia, India discuss cooperation formats on Northern Sea Route
According to Russian First Deputy Prime Minister Denis Manturov, the use of the Arctic route will enable businesses to reduce transportation costs
Ukraine assisting terrorist groups in Africa with UAVs — war correspondent
Alexander Kharchenko pointed to the emerging interest in drone technology among militants in Mali
No official invitation for Iran to join Mecca Agreement — Iranian diplomat
Head of the Iranian Parliament News Agency Mehdi Rahimi said earlier that Tehran had been invited to join the Mecca Agreement
Russia increasing fertilizer supplies to India, ready to continue doing so — Putin
According to the president, Russia is everything possible to fully meet the needs of Indian farmers and the agricultural sector
Peskov recalls Putin’s remarks on grain situation
Dmitry Peskov refrained from discussing the commercial aspects
Hainan expands 30-day visa-free policy to 61 countries
Residents of Vietnam and Kyrgyzstan became eligible on August 20, China’s National Immigration Administration said
Ukrainian drone teams set up shop in Konstantinovka residential areas — refugees
According to the refugees, the Ukrainian drone operators launched Baba-Yaga hexacopters most frequently
Ukraine’s population goes from 52 mil in 1991 to 25 mil today — Zelensky’s ex-spokesperson
Yulia Mendel said that Ukraine has lost more than 50% of its population
Ukraine Returns 10 Missing Soldiers in ‘Special’ Exchange With Russia
Two of the soldiers had been previously classified as missing in action since 2024 and eight since 2025, Ukrainian officials said.
Russia and Ukraine Release 20 Prisoners of War
Belarus said it acted as a mediator in the latest prisoner-of-war exchange.
Russia, Ukraine hold 'ten-for-ten' prisoner swap in Belarus — TV
According to the report, the humanitarian mission was conducted in strict compliance with the norms of the international law
Israel may be about to destroy its greatest diplomatic victory
The UAE joined seven Muslim nations in condemning Israel’s E1 settlement plan, signaling that Arab normalization has clear political limits Read Full Article at RT.com
Chinese envoy hails Moscow Zoo for creating great atmosphere for pandas
Zhang Hanhui also congratulated panda Katyusha on her birthday
Kiev sees Leipzig drone incident pushing EU toward more arms supplies — intel agency
According to the Russian Foreign Intelligence Service, another goal may also be achieved, which is weakening public support for Germany’s opposition forces