Russia/Ukraine War
Nearly 200 People Under Observation After Irkutsk Lab Worker Dies From Plague
Alexei Tsydenov, head of the neighboring republic of Buryatia, confirmed that the woman had died from an unspecified form of plague.
EU fully rejects ban on diesel exports that would undermine trust in US
European Commission representative Anna-Kaisa Itkonen confirmed that the EC was coordinating a plan to use diesel from European strategic reserves with the International Energy Ag…
US to deploy anti-ship missiles near Taiwan for first time — media
According to sources, the system will be deployed to Yonaguni during the Keen Sword exercise
Nearly all G20 countries reject revision of most-favored-nation treatment — Reshetnikov
According to the Russian economic development minister, the United States, as this year’s G20 chair, put the issue of reforming MFN treatment on the meeting’s agenda
Putin’s remarks on multipolarity at Valdai resonate deeply in India — expert
Malika Pandey noted that Russia consistently upholds the principles of sovereignty, strategic independence and building a more representative international order
Russian troops liberate 17 communities in Ukraine operation over week — top brass
Russia’s Battlegroup North thwarted all the Ukrainian army’s attempts during the past week to break out of the encirclement in the northeast of the Kharkov Region, the Defense Min…
Merz accuses Russia of revisionism, not knowing meaning of word himself — diplomat
Russia stands "against Nazism, fascism, colonialism, racism, terrorism and dictatorship," Maria Zakharova stressed
US threatens Europe with diesel export ban
The US is reportedly pressing France and Germany to release 120 million barrels of emergency diesel stocks or face a US export ban Read Full Article at RT.com
Ex-German Chancellor Schröder Joins Board of German Chain in Russia
It comes as Western retailers face the risk of state asset seizures, which Putin defended as a response to the EU freezing its state funds.
Global life expectancy approaches pre-pandemic levels — WHO
Cardiovascular diseases are the leading cause of death in the world
Kalashnikov unveils boats for operations in Caspian Sea at exhibition in Baku
Three key products are on display in Baku: the BK-10E high-speed assault boat, the BK-16E high-speed transport and landing craft, and the unique civilian passenger and cargo hover…
Italy to continue increasing defense spending — defense minister
According to Guido Crosetto, more funds need to be spent on countering drones, utilizing artificial intelligence and building an integrated air defense system
Price of Russian gas for China could rise by 3% in 2026, 1.4% in 2027
According to the baseline forecast, the price of gas supplied to China will total $247.9 per 1,000 cubic meters in 2026
Secondary sanctions, punitive tariffs not discussed at G20 meeting — Reshetnikov
The Russian economic development minister said that the focus was on issues on the international agenda
Belgian defense minister says Europe not ready to respond to hybrid threats
European countries have focused only on social benefits and soft power for many years, Theo Francken said
Russia Jails Indigenous Buryat Activist 20 Years in Absentia
Marina Khankhalaeva is the founder of Tusgaar Buryad-Mongolia, an exiled movement advocating for the republic of Buryatia’s independence.
Iran considers EAEU one of most important platforms for joint development — first VP
The responsibility of the Islamic Republic is to turn the existing potential into trade, investment and joint development, Mohammad Reza Aref said
IN BRIEF: Japan introduces package of anti-Russian sanctions
Restrictive measures were for the first time introduced in respect of 35 ships
US-Russia relations may enter 'abnormal' phase after Trump — US journalist
Christopher Helali is not sure that the parties will be able to normalize relations
Von der Leyen gifts her spin doctor a job for life
A job shuffle in Ursula von der Leyen’s office illustrates the bizarre and bloated bureaucracy built by the European Commission president Read Full Article at RT.com
Iranian expert says his country serves as example of resilience amid West’s aggression
According to Amir Musawi, Iran has not only managed to withstand, but also "revealed the true face of the West"
Meta faces $40 bn data privacy penalty
US state of New Mexico is seeking up to $40 billion from Facebook parent company Meta over deceiving users on privacy and platform policies Read Full Article at RT.com
Japan not considering new sanctions against Russia — ruling party deputy
Muneo Suzuki said the focus is on extending the existing economic sanctions
Iran considers banning Israeli, hostile nations' ships from Strait of Hormuz
Vessels from other, non-hostile states would be required to obtain special transit permits from the General Staff of the Iranian Armed Forces under regulations set out in the prop…