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Moscow to host Russia-Myanmar business forum on August 19
The forum will focus on the investment potential of Russia-Myanmar relations and doing business in Myanmar, prospects for developing the country's tourism industry
Diplomatic principles, possible Witkoff-Kushner visit: new statements from Kremlin
Russian Presidential Aide Yury Ushakov pointed out that diplomacy is always conducted quietly
South Korea’s Nuclear Dilemma
The debate over acquiring nuclear weapons continues in Seoul.
China-Russia relations developing smoothly — Chinese ambassador
The two countries’ leaders have outlined a strategic course, thus sending a clear signal to the world that China-Russia relations are developing in a stable and harmonious way and…
Five civilians injured in Ukrainian drone attack on Belgorod Region
A commercial facility, an apartment building, and a private home were damaged, along with a power line and two vehicles as a result of Ukraine’s attacks on the Belgorodsky distric…
Trump, Vance 'not on same page' on Iran — WP
The daily says that keeping fuel prices low is a priority for JD Vance, which means restoring normal shipping through the Strait of Hormuz
Whistleblower says Trump’s campus antisemitism probes were used as tool, lacked evidence
White House pursued Ivy League schools to strong-arm them for political purposes, citing Jewish students' safety as an excuse, alleges former Justice Department lawyer The post Wh…
Mazda extends its logo trademark rights in Russia
The trademark owner is the Japanese Mazda Motor Corporation
Russian and Egyptian nuclear authorities reject ‘biased’ Politico report
Rosatom and Egypt’s nuclear authority have rejected a Politico report alleging violations at the El Dabaa nuclear plant, calling it “biased” Read Full Article at RT.com
Kanye-Putin meeting ‘possible’ – Russian lawmaker
A senior Russian lawmaker has said a meeting between Kanye West and President Vladimir Putin is theoretically possible Read Full Article at RT.com
China’s ambassador to Moscow highlights importance of energy cooperation with Russia
Zhang Hanhui said the importance of energy cooperation is steadily growing
Hamas says it’s ‘committed’ to 15-point Gaza deal while Board of Peace weighs new plan
Terror group affirms support for US-backed gradual disarmament framework as Israel pushes for full handover ahead of any pullout; UN says just 3% of Gaza's cropland undamaged The …
Why is Sweden deporting Britons faster than any other EU country post-Brexit? | David Milstead
The official talk is of the government acting with understanding and flexibility. But devastated lives tell another storyThere is anger about the case of Joyce Thomas, a 78-year-o…
Kiev deliberately disrupts dialogue with IAEA on Zaporozhye NPP, local politician says
Anton Bibarov-Gosudarev said Ukraine shows no genuine interest in engaging in dialogue about the Zaporozhye NPP
Drone Attack Near Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Plant Kills One, IAEA Says
The plant's director described the incident as "the worst event the plant has faced," the UN nuclear watchdog said.
Bank of Russia raises dollar exchange rate to 85.16 rubles for August 19
The regulator raised official euro exchange rate by 39.6 kopecks to 98.7312 rubles
Zelensky doesn't want Grossi talking to EU about ZNPP realities — political scientist
Vladimir Karasev noted that Rafael Grossi had previously condemned the attacks on the Zaporozhye NPP but had refrained from making harsh statements against Kiev or the actions of …
Syria grants IAEA access to nuclear facility in Deir ez-Zor — top diplomat
According to Asaad al-Sheibani, Damascus "reaffirms that transparency is its own choice"
Grossi urges to stop attacks on nuclear facilities after deadly strike on Energodar
The IAEA was also informed about attacks on the ZNPP industrial area
Russian schools and kindergartens hold ‘antiterrorism’ drills, forcing children to lie face down on the floor as weapons are pointed at them
Schools and kindergartens across Russia are holding antiterrorism drills on August 18–19, and kindergartens in several regions have begun posting photo reports of the exercises, a…
Muslim kingdom prepares to celebrate baptism of Jesus
Jordan has announced plans to attract Christian pilgrims ahead of the 2,000-year anniversary of Jesus Christ’s baptism in 2030 Read Full Article at RT.com
Chinese envoy says yuan settlements between China, Russia grow steadily
According to the diplomat, the parties are actively developing major strategic projects in such areas as nuclear energy, aviation, and space exploration
Russia ready to boost supplies of mineral fertilizers to Myanmar — minister
Maxim Reshetnikov added that Russia is prepared to increase imports of light industry and agricultural products from Myanmar
Kyrgyzstan Liquidates More Companies Over Sanctions Risks
19 more companies have been ordered to close down, and more than 140 have been cut off by their state-owned banking partners.