Russia/Ukraine War
Russian troops liberate Vodyanskoye community in Donetsk region over past day — top brass
Russia’s Battlegroup Center inflicted roughly 380 casualties on Ukrainian troops and destroyed six enemy armored combat vehicles in its area of responsibility over the past day, t…
Russia does everything possible settle situation in Persian Gulf region — senior diplomat
According to Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Georgy Borisenko, Moscow believes that all parties should be interested in a swift peaceful settlement
Moscow to host Russian-Chinese business forum on September 10-11
The forum, hosted at the Russia National Center, will gather around 600 companies from both nations
NATO vows to defend US bases in Europe — Reuters
Earlier, the anonymous sources claimed that Iran is allegedly prepared to launch strikes against US bases not only in the Middle East
Indonesia earthquake leaves 40,000 people homeless
Rescue services continue to search for those reported missing
Liberation of Kudiyevka creates logistical difficulties for Ukrainian troops — official
The Russian Defense Ministry reported that the Kudiyevka settlement was liberated on August 16
Moscow Gas Stations Reimpose Fuel Limits as ‘Second Wave’ of Shortages Hits Russia
Both Gazprom Neft and Tatneft are limiting the amount of fuel that customers in Moscow and the surrounding region can purchase.
US believes Oman made too many concessions in talks with Iran — AP
According to the agency, the United States disagrees with a number of agreements reached by Iran and Oman
Rusal aluminum output up 4.5% year-on-year to 2.01 mln tonnes in January-June
According to the report, global primary aluminum production in the first half of the year edged down 0.1% year-on-year to 36.4 million tonnes
Russia’s Matvey Safonov ranked 10th among world’s best goalkeepers — ESPN
The ranking of the world’s best goalkeepers is topped by Spain’s David Raya from England’s Arsenal FC
Vatican’s diplomatic service head to visit Russia on August 25-28 — archdiocese official
Paul Richard Gallagher visited Moscow in November 2021 and met with Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin and Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov
NATO aircraft spotted near Russia’s Kaliningrad Region on Aug 18 — Die Welt
A NATO spokesman, commenting on this information at the newspaper’s request, stated that "NATO is a defense alliance, and the alliance partners are continuously improving their de…
Submissions for 2026 Hainan film festival officially open
The 8th HIIFF will feature 10 prize categories, including the Best Picture, the Grand Jury Prize, the Best Director, the Best Scriptwriter, the Best Artistic Contribution, the Bes…
Rada appoints Khmara as defense minister
The decision was backed by 312 votes, with a minimum of 226 required
Tehran warns Gulf states against complicity in US aggression against Iran
Chief of the General Staff of the Islamic Republic Ali Abdollahi specified that he meant any assistance or support provided to the US army
Ukrainian detained in Croatia in Nord Stream case — German Prosecutor General's Office
The suspect is expected to be extradited to Germany to face charges and will appear before an investigating judge
Japan to begin developing submarine-launched hypersonic missiles in 2027
According to Kyodo News, next year’s defense budget will place special emphasis on technologies and weapons related to the realization of "retaliatory strike capabilities
What to know about new '103 for 103' POW exchange between Russia, Ukraine
The Russian servicemen are currently in Belarus
Russian ombudswoman holds talks with her Ukrainian counterpart
The two ombudspersons met on the border between Belarus and Ukraine
Many Russians who left because of the war had to start over abroad. Some found careers they never expected.
People who left Russia after the start of the full-scale war have had to start their lives over from scratch. They’ve had to learn a new language, absorb the local culture, tradit…
Over 4,000 candidates registered for State Duma polls in federal, single-member districts
According to Central Election Commission Chairwoman Ella Pamfilova, 1,723 candidates submitted documents for nomination to the district election commissions
Russia and Ukraine Exchange 103 POWs Each
Yana Lantratova, Russia’s human rights chief, said she met with her Ukrainian counterpart Dmytro Lubinets during the prisoner swap.
Press review: Ukraine conflict fuels EU ultra-right as Trump seeks Iran pressure via Oman
Top stories from the Russian press on Wednesday, August 19th
Russia’s Provod strike FPV drone operational range to be increased — manufacturer
The drones can currently be deployed at the range of 40 km