Russia/Ukraine War
Japan Denies Spying Claims After Russia Arrests Journalist
Russia has accused Imai of acting on behalf of Japanese intelligence.
More than 100 ice-class mercantile ships to be created for Northern Sea Route
The work is underway to develop the infrastructure of the Northern Sea Route, Russian Minister for the Development of the Far East and Arctic Alexey Chekunkov noted
Russia’s international reserves down $9.7 bln over week to $723.5 bln — Central Bank
Reserves totaled $733.2 bln as of October 2
Deadly floods devastate Istanbul (VIDEO)
Record rainfall has triggered deadly floods across Istanbul, killing at least three people and forcing thousands to evacuate Read Full Article at RT.com
Global coal prices may decline a little in 2027 — Deputy Energy Minister
The financial performance of the sector is driven by global prices, coal export volumes and fluctuations in the ruble exchange rate, Dmitry Islamov said
Price of Russian diesel for US subject to commercial negotiations — Novak
The Russian deputy prime minister also stressed that only diesel supplies are currently being discussed, with no negotiations on other commodities taking place
Russia remained top crude oil supplier to India in September — newspaper
According to Kpler data, oil imports from Russia to India reached 1.82 million barrels per day in September
Trump’s envoy says he would welcome friendly between Russian, US national teams
Paolo Zampolli noted that football unites the world
Ukrainian troops lost Starlink access for a day. Elon Musk and the Trump White House both deny responsibility.
On the morning of October 14, Ukrainian soldiers began reporting restrictions on Starshield, the military version of the Starlink satellite network that is essential for maintaini…
Trump’s envoy calls return of Russian flag, anthem to Paralympians meaningful step
Paolo Zampolli is optimistic that continued progress can create a credible route toward fuller Russian participation at the Olympic Games in Los Angeles in 2028
US could drop ‘mother of all bombs’ on Iran – CNN
The Pentagon is developing plans to use a GBU-43/B MOAB against Iran, CNN has reported, citing US officials Read Full Article at RT.com
Russia’s Tu-160 missile carrier remains world’s best supersonic aircraft — Tupolev CEO
The Tu-160 holds 46 official world records, including those for flight duration and range
EU attempts to ban Russian athletes from tournaments contradict Olympic ideals — Kremlin
Dmitry Peskov criticized attempts to politicize sports
Russia to export up to 125 mln tons of coal in eastern direction this year
According to the Russian Energy Ministry’s figures, coal shipments in the eastern direction reached 118.2 mln tons in 2025, an increase of 6.1% compared to 2024
Russia receives no official proposals on 'peace plan' for Ukraine — Lavrov
The Russian foreign minister commented on reports circulating in the media on the US and Europe’s preparation of a "peace plan" for Ukraine
Diesel shipments to start any moment, gasoline imports: statements by Novak
Moscow plans to continue importing gasoline at least until the end of 2026 for supplying the market and replenishing reserves, the Russian deputy prime minister specified
‘It doesn’t always need to be said out loud’: European leaders to ask Zelensky to tone down criticism of Trump, FT reports
European Union leaders plan to urge Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky to tone down his public criticism of Donald Trump, the Financial Times reported, citing sources.
Starlink resumes working in Ukraine — news agency
According to the media outlet, the Ukrainian Defense Ministry continues to be in contact with SpaceX
Mongolia, Russia to ink power plant upgrade agreement
The contract will be signed on October 15
Starlink service for Ukraine’s military fully resumes
Starshield — the military version of Starlink — is fully operational again for Ukrainian forces, a source at Ukraine’s Defense Ministry told Ukrinform.
Trump’s envoy says sports can reopen doors in relations between US, Russia
Paolo Zampolli noted that US President Donald Trump understands it
Sugar production to keep high export potential of Russia — Central Bank
According to the report, sugar production nationwide could reach 6.3 million tons in the 2026-2027 season
How to donate to Meduza through Benevity — and, if eligible, get your employer to match your contribution
You can now support Meduza through Benevity. Many corporations use the service, so if you work for a large organization outside Russia and want to help us, this guide is for you.
Russian, Turkish foreign ministers discuss trade-economic, energy cooperation
Sergey Lavrov and Hakan Fidan focused on the progress in implementation of the key bilateral projects