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Ukrainian drones strike Russia’s Tatarstan. Local officials report injuries and disrupted ‘industrial operations.’
Ukrainian drones struck Tatarstan on the morning of August 20, Russia’s Interfax news agency reported, citing the press service of Tatarstan Head Rustam Minnikhanov.
Founder of China’s Evergrande jailed for life after pleading guilty to fraud
Hui Ka Yan also forfeits all his personal property and the company he set up is given hefty finesBusiness live – latest updatesThe founder of Evergrande, one of China’s largest pr…
Russian troops liberate two communities in Donetsk region over past day — top brass
Russia's Battlegroup South and Battlegroup Center units liberated settlements of Nikolaipolye and Matyashevo in the Donetsk People’s Republic
'I feel I am imprisoning myself' - Djokovic on drive & doubts
Novak Djokovic discusses being his own biggest doubter and the Belgrade childhood that shaped him in a new documentary.
Russian ambassador says German MFA’s statements on FAZ journalist case unfriendly
Sergey Nechayev emphasized that German Foreign Ministry spokesman Martin Giese’s remarks effectively excused Michael Martens and overlooked the broader context
Kremlin reacts to 'fishing in troubled waters' in Ukraine, potential Wikoff, Kushner visit
Dmitry Peskov stressed that Russia highly values the efforts of all countries that sincerely seek to contribute to settling the Ukraine conflict
Como mayor bans bikes in city centre after being hit ‘by one of these beasts’
Alessandro Rapinese denies he is waging personal vendetta against cyclists amid a public backlashThe mayor of Como has set the wheels of controversy in motion for banning bikes in…
Upgraded Kuryer robotic system evacuates wounded while providing drone cover
The vehicle not only transports people, but is also capable of automatically engaging enemy drones, providing fire cover for the evacuated personnel
Russia’s Battlegroup South confidently advancing after liberating Nikolaipolye in DPR
The liberation of the settlement became possible thanks to the coordinated efforts of reconnaissance units, artillery crews, and UAV operators from the unmanned systems forces
Russia to submit three UN draft resolutions opposing space arms race — diplomat
Moscow intends to submit the documents to the First Committee of the 81st session of the UN General Assembly
Russian envoy cautions US, West against triggering arms race in outer space
According to Gennady Gatilov, individual Western countries and blocs directly mention near-Earth space as "yet another field for hostilities in their documents regarding space pol…
U.S. debt tops $40 trillion. And, new census report Trump is touting raises concerns
The U.S. debt has surpassed $40 trillion. And, a new census report on noncitizen voting that President Trump is touting has ties to a think tank aligned with him, raising concerns…
Zelensky's office dismisses possibility of holding elections in Ukraine
Mikhail Podolyak, an adviser to Vladimir Zelensky’s office, cited ongoing hostilities, "occupied territories," and the displacement of citizens as obstacles
US Golden Dome has offensive capabilities despite defensive claims — envoy
According to Gennady Gatilov, the project envisages "the development and deployment of space-based interceptors"
Barrage of Russian strikes devastates Kyiv – video
Heavy Russian bombardment kills at least 13 people in Kyiv and surrounding regions, authorities say. Missiles strike a children’s hospital in Solomianskyi district, as well as res…
Former Liberian vice-president charged in drug-trafficking probe
Jewel Howard-Taylor was arrested at Liberia's international airport and has not commented on the allegations.
Russian military upgrade Kuryer robotic system for automatic firing at enemy drones
Further improvements to the vehicles are planned in the near future, and they will be used with machine guns to combat enemy drones at various positions
Putin has no plans for now to meet with head of Vatican's diplomatic service — Kremlin
Paul Richard Gallagher's visit to Moscow will take place from August 25 to 28
OpenAI hits brakes on training over security risks
OpenAI has said it has slowed the development of its AI models to boost the safety of its training systems Read Full Article at RT.com
Democrats and Republican outraged over $40tn national debt – US politics live
Deficit has doubled over the past decade with spending growing under Trump and BidenUS gross national debt tops $40tn for first timeSign up for the US Breaking News emailHello and…
Anti-War NGO Reports Rise in Forced Enlistments Across Russia
Idite Lesom said it has received a growing number of complaints from individuals who were forcibly detained and coerced into signing contracts with Russia’s Defense Ministry.
Collective Security Treaty Organization, CIS border troops drill interaction in crises
According to the CSTO, the main objective of the joint command-staff exercise was to improve coordination between border guard and other agencies of the CIS member states
North Korea fires 10 missiles day after Trump curtails South Korea joint drills
Launches, detected by South Korea and Japan, came after US scaled back exercises with South Korea in apparent overture to Kim Jong-unNorth Korea launched about 10 short-range ball…
Belgian car salesman becomes prince after royal parentage confirmed
Clément Vandenkerckhove was quietly brought into Prince Laurent's family at a town hall ceremony.