10:49
WORLD NEWS
Biden voices doubts over Trump-era approach to Ukraine-Russia conflict
In his first interview since leaving office, Joe Biden expressed concern over proposed peace deals for Ukraine that involve territorial concessions, describing them as a dangerous form of appeasement while also addressing US-Europe relations and his own political decisions.
10:27
EU is set to fully end its dependency on Russian energy
The European Commission has presented a roadmap to ensure the EU fully ends its dependency on Russian energy, while ensuring stable energy supplies and prices across the EU.
10:09
RUSSIA
Moscow Victory Parade to host 29 foreign leaders
Russian presidential aide Yury Ushakov announced that 29 foreign leaders are expected to attend the Victory Parade in Moscow on May 9.
08:43
Russia and Ukraine exchange deadly air strikes as capitals face drone attacks
Russia and Ukraine launched more overnight air attacks on each other's capitals, resulting in two deaths in Kyiv. The drone strikes on Kyiv sparked fires, while Moscow's air defences destroyed multiple drones.
19:29
EU unveils new Russia sanctions over shadow fleet
The European Commission has proposed its 17th sanctions package against Russia, targeting over 100 shadow fleet vessels and dozens of entities aiding Moscow’s war efforts, including firms in China.
18:01
world news
European Commission plans to cut Russian gas imports by 2027
The European Commission is preparing to propose legal measures next month to phase out the EU's imports of Russian gas and LNG by 2027.
15:12
Russia confirms 72-hour ceasefire plan, warns Ukraine against attacks
The Kremlin says it still intends to observe a three-day ceasefire this week during Victory Day celebrations but has warned it will respond to any Ukrainian strikes during the pause.
15:08
world news
Russia and Iran discuss nuclear program negotiations with US
In a recent phone call, Russian President Vladimir Putin and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian discussed the ongoing nuclear program negotiations between Iran and the US, facilitated by Oman. The conversation underscored Russia's commitment to supporting a fair and legally grounded agreement.
08:45
Zelenskyy calls for stronger international pressure on Russia to achieve ceasefire
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy urged greater pressure on Russia to implement a ceasefire, claiming it could happen at any moment. He emphasized that without increased pressure, Russia will not take significant steps to end the war.
15:00
Ukraine destroys electrical equipment factory in Russia's Bryansk region, governor says
Ukrainian forces have destroyed a factory in Russia’s Bryansk region, damaging key infrastructure in a village near the Ukrainian border, according to local authorities.
11:15
China - Russia
China's Xi to visit Russia on May 7-10, Xinhua reports
Russia announced on Sunday that Chinese President Xi Jinping will arrive in Moscow on an official visit from May 7 to 10, coinciding with events marking the 80th anniversary of the Soviet Union's victory in World War II.
12:40
Russia declares state of emergency at port after Ukrainian drone attack on Novorossiisk
The mayor of Novorossiisk, a major Russian port city on the Black Sea, declared a state of emergency on Saturday after a suspected Ukrainian drone strike injured five people and caused damage to both residential buildings and a grain terminal.
11:42
Exclusive: US readies Russia sanctions over Ukraine, unclear if Trump will sign, sources say
U.S. officials have completed work on a fresh package of economic sanctions targeting Russia’s energy and banking sectors, aiming to ramp up pressure on Moscow to support President Donald Trump’s stalled peace initiative in Ukraine, according to multiple officials familiar with the matter.
03:30
North Korea, Russia begin bridge project
North Korea hailed the construction of a new bridge to Russia as a "significant" advancement in bilateral ties, state media reported on Thursday.
17:07
Russia and North Korea start construction of road bridge
Russia and North Korea on Wednesday launched construction of a road bridge between the two countries that will span the Tumen river, marking strategic partnership between the two countries, Russia's prime minister said.
15:47
RUSSIA
The documentary about 25-year presidency of Vladimir Putin to be released soon
Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov has announced the upcoming release of a documentary film about Russian President Vladimir Putin.
15:33
presidential election
Romania’s high-stakes presidential rerun set for may amid democratic crisis and geopolitical tensions
Romania will return to the polls on May 4 for a rerun of its presidential election, following the unprecedented annulment of the previous vote in December 2024 over alleged Russian interference. A potential second-round runoff is scheduled for May 18.
15:30
Russia - North Korea
Russia begins building road bridge to North Korea, PM says
Russia and North Korea have commenced the construction of a new road bridge across the Tumen River, marking a significant step in expanding their strategic partnership and enhancing bilateral trade links.
15:03
Ukraine-Russia
Russian drone attacks on Ukrainian cities of Kharkiv, Dnipro, and Dobropillia
Russian drone strikes targeted the Ukrainian cities of Kharkiv and Dnipro late Tuesday, killing at least one person and injuring around 50 others, according to local officials. And, a drone strike continues in Dobropillia in Donetsk Oblast on Wednesday.
08:25
Russia and Belarus
Russia and Belarus to launch joint aircraft and drone manufacturing projects
Russian President Vladimir Putin announced Tuesday that Russia and Belarus are planning to establish a joint aviation factory focused on producing drones and other aircraft. The announcement came during a meeting with Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko in the Russian city of Volgograd.
00:50
Ukraine war
Zelenskyy: Russia must take first step with unconditional ceasefire
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said on Tuesday that any progress toward ending the war depends on Russia declaring an unconditional ceasefire.
17:19
Kremlin says unclear if Ukraine will join Russia’s Victory Day ceasefire
Russia said it remains unclear whether Ukraine will observe a temporary ceasefire declared for Victory Day, as Kyiv calls for a longer, unconditional truce.
11:37
RUSSIA
Deadline for foreigners to legalize their stay in Russia extended
Russian President Vladimir Putin has extended the deadline until September 10 for foreigners who have violated migration rules to either legalize their stay in Russia or leave the country.
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