Russia/Ukraine War
Lavrov received by King of Bahrain in Manama — diplomat
Russian President Vladimir Putin held a phone call with the King of Bahrain
Over 2,000 protesters detained during riots in France — interior minister
As many as 600 police officers have been hurt, French Interior Minister Laurent Nunez said
Two killed and at least 17 injured as Russia and Ukraine trade blows on power infrastructure
Ukraine used more than 1,000 drones to target Russian oil depots, logistics facilities and datacentresTwo people have been killed and at least 17 injured as Russia and Ukraine con…
Trump’s approval rating hits new low amid growing support for Democrats — poll
According to the poll results, Trump’s approval stands at 33%, or 4 p.p. down on July and 8 p.p. down on October 2025
Before there is nothing left to save
As Zelensky seems set on fighting ‘to the last Ukrainian’, those Ukrainians are asking: ‘What will be left of us when the fighting is over?’ Read Full Article at RT.com
Russia, Saudi Arabia note importance of international navigation safety — Foreign Ministry
The ministers expressed concern about the tension in the south of the Arabian peninsula and in the Bab-el-Mandeb Strait
Immigration ruined France, it must close its borders urgently — Trump
On October 17, mass demonstrations were held in Paris and throughout France against rising fuel prices and declining purchasing power
NATO’s expansion has taught Russia not to be naive in relations with West — diplomat
NATO propagandists claim that leaders of the Alliance never promised to abandon eastward expansion, Mikhail Ulyanov said
Moscow advises Latvian PM to turn on TV after words about visas for Russians
Latvian Prime Minister Andris Kulbergs called on the EU to stop issuing tourist visas to Russians
Vance says may run for president in 2028
US President Donald Trump declined to talk about his possible successor, who should continue the "America First" policy if he wins the 2028 elections
UN Security Council can be involved in creating conditions for dialogue in Gulf — Lavrov
Our concept is aimed at creating conditions for direct dialogue between the countries, the Gulf coast countries, and their neighbors, Foreign Minister said
Britain and Europe lose in conflict in Ukraine — expert
The economic and political cost of supporting Zelensky unconditionally will grow heavier over time, Ian Proud said
Persian Gulf states highly appreciate coordination with Russia within OPEC+
Bahrain’s Foreign Minister Abdullatif bin Rashid Al Zayani emphasized the importance of accelerating the implementation of the joint action plan between the countries of the Persi…
Russia, Kuwait note importance of finding ways to ease tensions in Persian Gulf
The Gulf Cooperation Council is a regional organization comprising six countries: Bahrain, Qatar, Kuwait, the UAE, Oman, and Saudi Arabia.
Russia and Saudi Arabia aim to continue cooperation within OPEC+ — Foreign Ministry
During the conversation, the ministers discussed the priority issues in the multifaceted Russian·Saudi relations
Macron to address France tonight amid unrest — Le Monde
On October 17, mass demonstrations against rising fuel prices and declining purchasing power took place in Paris and throughout France
Russia supports GCC’s efforts to prevent full·scale war in region — Lavrov
The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) is a regional organization comprising six countries: Bahrain, Qatar, Kuwait, the UAE, Oman, and Saudi Arabia
Gulf countries call on Russia to support their participation in negotiations on Iran
He also expressed gratitude to Moscow for its coordination within the UN Security Council
Kiev’s resistance and agony not to change course of events — Kremlin
Russian Presidential Spokesman Dmitry Peskov noted that Moscow is constantly responding to Kiev’s actions -- systematic, massive strikes are being carried out, and they are yieldi…
Ukraine loses about 1,200 servicemen in special military operation zone over past 24 hours
Ukraine’s losses in the area of responsibility of the North battlegroup amounted to over 195 servicemen, West up to 240, South up to 175, Center up to 350
Russia strikes transport infrastructure used by Ukrainian army
Operational-tactical aviation, attack unmanned aerial vehicles, missile troops, and artillery of the military groupings of the armed forces of the Russian Federation have inflicte…
Russia shoots down seven Flamingo missiles and 1,256 Ukrainian drones over past day
According to it, since the start of the special military operation, Russia has destroyed 674 aircraft, 284 helicopters, 265,145 unmanned aerial vehicles, 672 anti·aircraft missile…
Russia’s strikes on Ukraine aim to reduce potential of Kiev regime — Kremlin
"The strikes are intended, in fact, to reduce the strike potential of the Kiev regime. This is yielding results," Peskov said, when asked whether a symmetrical Russian response to…
Russia’s response to Ukraine’s strikes is ongoing — Kremlin
"It [Russia’s response to Ukraine’s strikes] is ongoing; strikes are constantly being carried out, they are systematic, they are massive," Peskov said when asked whether Russia’s …