Russia/Ukraine War
Security, peace in Europe impossible without Russia — Fico
According to the Slovak Prime Minister, Western countries must acknowledge the fact that "Russia exists alongside them as their equal"
Death toll from flooding in northern Nepal rises to 675
219 people have been injured
Bank of Russia may pause key rate cuts at next board meeting — Aksakov
According to State Duma Financial Market Committee Chairman, rapidly lowering the key rate amid high inflation does not automatically lead to lower lending rates
Switzerland lost its neutrality in eyes of more than just Russia — ambassador
The Swiss authorities have "taken an unequivocally pro-Kiev position and consistently adhered to it" since 2022, Sergey Garmonin said
Six months ago, Iran was supposed to collapse. Here’s what happened instead
Six months into the war, Tehran has survived decapitation strikes, sanctions and economic pressure while Washington searches for an exit Read Full Article at RT.com
Russian icebreaker fleet may boost NSR popularity in Arctic — Kobyakov
According to Executive Secretary of the Eastern Economic Forum Organizing Committee, Russia plans to build another 14 icebreakers by 2030
Cryptocurrency trading in Russia may reach $46.43 bln in first year
The conservative forecast reflects the fact that a significant share of transactions will continue to be conducted through cryptocurrency exchange services, bypassing exchange tra…
Eight Russians missing on China-Nepal border — Russian Embassy
The diplomatic mission reported that they had not received any information about their discovery
Edinburgh puts migrants first for social housing – Telegraph
Edinburgh has been prioritizing homeless migrants for social housing, while putting requests from Scots on hold, the Telegraph has said Read Full Article at RT.com
Russian strike on warehouse near Kyiv kills at least 37
Attack on business apparently storing ‘explosive objects’ sparks huge fire, damaging residential buildingsAt least 37 people have been killed after a Russian drone struck a wareho…
New hybrid car sales may hit record 10% market share by end of 2026 — Autostat
The share of hybrids and electric vehicles continues to grow, but the supply of such cars at dealerships remains limited, head of analytical agency Sergey Tselikov said
Russian forces liberate Rubezhnoye, Novoandreyevka, take control of Khrapovshchina
Russian forces also struck Ukrainian fuel and energy facilities and logistics centers used by Ukrainian forces over the past day, the Russian Defense Ministry said
Number of people injured in Ukrainian attack on Rostov Region rises to 11
Nine people, including four children, are currently in hospitals in Rostov and the Aksay District
Leaders of 17 countries, UN secretary-general to attend SCO summit in Bishkek
The summit of the Council of Heads of State of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization will be held in Bishkek from August 31 to September 1
US threatening UK over Falklands – Telegraph
Washington may use its Falklands stance to pressure Britain into higher defense spending, the outlet has reported Read Full Article at RT.com
In Nepal 184 tourists rescued — Tourism Board
420 people remain out of contact
Kiev increasingly losing on battlefield — US journalist
Russian forces continue to liberate territories, Christopher Helali said
Gunfire heard in Niger’s capital, at international airport — Reuters
According to the news agency, the cause of the incident remains unclear
FACTBOX: Russian strikes on Ukrainian logistics centers, seaports: What is known
TASS has compiled the key facts about the strikes on facilities in Ukraine.
Russia Claims Strike on Ukrainian Shipment Terminal
Russia claimed to have struck facilities in Ukraine containing weapons components and military aid from the West.
Russia’s Far East sees 105 solid mineral deposits discovered this year — Kozlov
Major discoveries include the Televeyem gold deposit in Chukotka, with reserves of 26.7 metric tons of gold and 292 metric tons of silver, Russian Natural Resources Minister said
Sevastopol air defenses down 26 Ukrainian drones overnight
11 homesand 5 vehicles were damaged
Russian forces continue strikes on Ukrainian logistics facilities, ports
They are used by Ukrainian troops
Russia-Thailand trade may eventually exceed $10-15 bln — Russian ambassador
This figure is possible if the current barriers are removed, Evgeny Tomikhin said