Friday · September 4, 2026 Vol. I · No. 246
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Russia is shutting down the Goethe-Institut. For many Russians, it was their gateway to Germany. An activity-based probe library for identifying protein function Brainless sea sponges use sunset to prepare for metamorphosis—and attach in 30 minutes Kazakhstan stabilizes oil output following CPC pipeline disruptions, minister says Kiev panics, fearing imminent defeat — Russian SVR chief ‘It Still Causes Severe Stress’: Fear of Expulsion Upends Life for Some Russian Asylum Seekers in E… Israel not to withdraw troops from Lebanon until Hezbollah fully disarmed — minister Microsoft announces Project Zenith, a clutter-free Windows experience meant to entice developers Russia is shutting down the Goethe-Institut. For many Russians, it was their gateway to Germany. An activity-based probe library for identifying protein function Brainless sea sponges use sunset to prepare for metamorphosis—and attach in 30 minutes Kazakhstan stabilizes oil output following CPC pipeline disruptions, minister says Kiev panics, fearing imminent defeat — Russian SVR chief ‘It Still Causes Severe Stress’: Fear of Expulsion Upends Life for Some Russian Asylum Seekers in E… Israel not to withdraw troops from Lebanon until Hezbollah fully disarmed — minister Microsoft announces Project Zenith, a clutter-free Windows experience meant to entice developers

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World News · US/Israel vs Iran War

Iranian town mourns after deadly strike on wedding

Mourning turns to anger as residents of Kuhestak say Baloch communities are being placed in path of conflictPeople in Kuhestak, a predominantly Baloch town in Iran’s southern Horm…

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World News · Russia/Ukraine War

More than 170 films from 44 countries chosen for Antares festival program

The Antares International Film Festival will be held in Moscow from September 12 to 25

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World News · Russia/Ukraine War

US triggered 'copper race' by imposing export duties — Rosneft CEO

Igor Sechin said that supplies of copper ore and concentrate also doubled during the first seven months of this year

World News · Russia/Ukraine War

Elderly outnumber young children for first time in history – census

US Census Bureau says the elderly have outnumbered young children worldwide for the first time in history Read Full Article at RT.com

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World News · Russia/Ukraine War

Russia to present latest S-71M, S-71K unmanned platforms at Egypt airshow

Rosoboronexport will also be showcasing its fifth-generation fighter jet, the Su-57E, armed with a variety of air-to-air guided missiles

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No specific conditions yet for Ukraine peace settlement — Kremlin spokesman

Dmitry Peskov said it is too early to talk about any new peace initiatives following Vladimir Putin’s statements at the Eastern Economic Forum

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Air Tanzania Suspends Flights to Russia Following Zelensky’s Airspace Warning

The decision comes two months after Air Tanzania launched direct flights to Moscow’s Vnukovo International Airport.

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World News · Russia/Ukraine War

China has priority access to Northern Sea Route — Rosneft CEO

"The Hormuz crisis became a moment of truth for the global energy system, highlighting the significance of alternative logistics routes," Igor Sechin said

World News · Europe

Europe targeted by spiralling campaign of sabotage and Russia is the chief suspect

Germany has blamed Russia for an attack on Leipzig airport but there has been a series of suspicious incidents elsewhere.

World News · Africa

Unprecedented: the US deportees forcibly flown to a fourth country

Six detainees who refused to disembark a US plane in Liberia are now in detention in Equatorial GuineaIn late August, around 20 people were put on a flight in the US, shackled at …

World News · United States

Germany's far-right poised for power in state election

Germany's AfD's TikTok-fueled rise in Saxony-Anhalt is raising fears the country could see its first far-right governor since World War II.

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World News · Russia/Ukraine War

Press review: Germany, France and UK boost missile ties as China challenges US in Mideast

Top stories from the Russian press on Friday, August 4th

World News · United States

US diesel prices hit an all-time-high

Fuel prices have soared since the Iran conflict began at the end of February, mirroring the surge in wholesale oil prices.

World News · US/Israel vs Iran War

Cops raid Nazareth after 4 murdered in 24 hours, arrest 30 over alleged gangland killings

Police seize weapons, ammunition in two nights of operations against gang-linked compounds in northern city; Mahmoud Biatra, 30, is 172nd Arab Israeli homicide victim of 2026 The …

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World News · Russia/Ukraine War

China weathers Hormuz supply crisis through proactive stockpiling — Rosneft CEO

Igor Sechin expressed confidence that this approach would continue during the implementation of the 15th Five-Year Plan, whose core concept is ensuring "security through self-suff…

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World News · Russia/Ukraine War

Russians’ trust in Putin exceeds 72% — pollster

According to the document, 43.3% of respondents approve of the Russian government’s activities

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Serbia seeks to deepen cooperation with Russia — politician

According to Aleksandar Vulin, Europeans always try to bring political aspects into economic issues

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Putin to hold talks with Vietnamese president on September 9

The leaders are to discuss the state and prospects for the further development of the Russia-Vietnam comprehensive strategic partnership

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China saved more than $27 billion by sourcing oil from Russia — Rosneft CEO

According to Igor Sechin, the positions held by Russia and China in the global economy and energy sector provide a solid basis for bilateral synergy

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World News · Russia/Ukraine War

Russian presidential adviser on Ukraine reaching point of no return, West at dead end

Western countries have already provided $600 billion to Ukraine to continue the conflict, Anton Kobyakov said

World News · US/Israel vs Iran War

US wanted Hamas to start disarming before Knesset election, but it’ll have to wait

Despite Kushner's insistence to the contrary, Israeli buy-in is needed for Board of Peace to meaningfully advance the plan, and that's not coming before Oct. 27 vote at the earlie…

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World News · Russia/Ukraine War

China effectively takes initiative from OPEC in stabilizing global oil market — Sechin

Rosneft CEO believes that further growth in China's reserves will strengthen its role in the energy market amid declining OPEC influence

World News · Russia/Ukraine War

Groceries and alcohol make up a growing share of spending at Russian malls

Grocery stores and liquor stores account for most of the money spent by visitors to large shopping malls in Russia’s European part, the Russian business daily Kommersant reports.

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World News · Russia/Ukraine War

Sechin expects China's role in oil market to grow, OPEC influence to decline

Rosneft CEO noted that China had successfully transformed from a major energy consumer and importer into an active market leader