Russia/Ukraine War
US redirects 75 vessels since resuming blockade of Iran — CENTCOM
On August 23, the number of redirected vessels stood at 70
Russia Expels Romanian Diplomat in Tit-for-Tat Move
Romania ordered the expulsion of a Russian diplomat last month following a series of airspace violations involving drones.
More than 900 people remain missing in Nepal, nearly 1,500 rescued
The authority said that 73 people were injured
Russian films could add flavor to Chinese online platforms — Roskino
According to Roskino General Director Elsa Antonova, Russian and Chinese filmmakers are already discussing new projects and expanding distribution networks
Rescue of 9 Russian soldiers from ‘shadow captivity’ in Ukraine: statement by ombudswoman
According to Yana Lantratova, Russian servicemen spend several months in torture cells before being transferred to general captivity
Washington’s new Iran sanctions reveal more than America would like
After an inconclusive military campaign, Washington is leaning on the dollar because coercion now costs less than another failed air war Read Full Article at RT.com
Ceuta residents tear down migrant camps (VIDEO)
Residents in Spain’s Ceuta have begun to remove makeshift migrant camps as thousands protest Madrid’s handling of the crisis Read Full Article at RT.com
Six EU countries call for hundreds of billions of euros in cuts to new EU budget
The statement emphasized that the European Union should make clear choices and reprioritize within the budget
TotalEnergies Exits Arctic LNG 2 Project
The French energy company transferred its 10% stake in the project to a subsidiary of Novatek.
Russia, China working on several joint film projects — Roskino head
The joint project 'Black Silk' is currently being actively discussed
Russia-bound Turkish ship hit by drones – media
A Turkish-owned cargo ship carrying fresh vegetables to Russia has been hit by drones in the Black Sea, according to media reports Read Full Article at RT.com
Russia’s budget revenues rising, exceeding forecasts — PM
The head of Russian government highlighted the changing the structure of budget revenues, emphasizing that the share of non-oil and gas revenues has surpassed 80% of the total amo…
Unclear when, if Zaporozhstal steel plant to be able to resume work — Ukrainian lawmaker
The consequences are extremely serious, Musa Magomedov said
Ex-Kremlin Loyalist Declared Mentally Fit to Stand Trial for Putin Criticism
Ilya Remeslo faces up to 10 years in prison if found guilty of spreading false information about the Russian military.
Russian deputy foreign minister discusses Middle East with Iranian ambassador
In particular, the sides exchanged views on the situation in the Strait of Hormuz, taking into account the Iran-Oman agreement
Russia’s international reserves up $5.6 bln in one week to $761 bln — Central Bank
As of August 14, the country’s reserves totaled $755.6 bln
Over 100,000 people attend Russian film festivals in China — Roskino head
The Russian Film Festival opened in Beijing on Thursday
US holding off on returning to talks with Iran — White House
Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said "this will continue until the president feels that maybe they come to the table in a meaningful way"
OSCE/ODIHR not invited to monitor State Duma elections — diplomat
The ODIHR has established itself as a tool of hypocrisy, Maria Zakharova said
Russian Film Festival opens in five Chinese cities
The program includes Russian premieres, historical dramas, family films, and animated endeavors
Ukrainian forces strike dry spent nuclear fuel storage facility at Zaporozhye NPP
No significant damage was recorded as a result of the attack
Russian Forces Inching Closer to Slovyansk in Eastern Ukraine’s Donetsk Region, Gerasimov Says
Chief of the General Staff Valery Gerasimov said Russian troops are positioned just 4 kilometers from the eastern outskirts of Slovyansk.
India expects Modi, Putin to hold meeting at SCO summit — Foreign Ministry
The SCO summit will take place in Bishkek, the capital of Kyrgyzstan, from August 31 to September 1
General Mladic’s son confirms his death
General Mladic was serving a sentence at a UN detention facility in The Hague