Russia/Ukraine War
US warns Gulf states of possible military action after November 3 — WSJ
The Pentagon has evacuated US military personnel from Middle Eastern bases where they could be at risk, the newspaper said
US deploying additional Patriot air defense system to Israel — WSJ
According to the newspaper, the US military has decided to bolster Israel’s missile defenses
Venezuela expects to rank fourth globally in natural gas reserves
Venezuelan Hydrocarbons Minister Paula Henao also announced that Venezuela had begun exporting gas
Brazilian lawmakers call for Bolsonaro to be stripped of Senate seat — TASS source
It was reported earlier that Flavio Bolsonaro had secretly left Brazil
US energy secretary says further diesel supplies from Russia possible
Russia had already dispatched three tankers carrying diesel for export
US tells Gulf allies to brace for ‘intense’ war with Iran – WSJ
The US has reportedly warned Gulf allies to prepare for a short but intense military campaign against Iran after the midterm elections Read Full Article at RT.com
US national debt hits record high of over $40.5 trillion
The debt has increased by $20 trillion in less than a decade
No European leaders except Stubb, Store requested calls with Putin —Peskov
On October 27, Vladimir Putin held a telephone conversation with Stubb and Store at the request of the Finnish and Norwegian sides
EU seeks to avoid Ukraine’s mistakes in relying on Starlink — Bloomberg
According to the news agency, European officials discussed the need to bolster their own capabilities, reduce dependence on the United States, and diversify suppliers of "critical…
Ukraine war briefing: Kyiv retaking territory, Zelenskyy says, as Nordic leaders urge Putin to end the conflict
Ukrainian president says Kyiv’s battlefield position strongest in some time. What we know on day 1,708Volodymyr Zelenskyy has said Ukrainian forces are retaking territory throu…
Wired for War: Israeli spy-tech firm targeted Starlink users – researchers
Israeli advertising firm Discover-Tech reportedly helped several spy-tech companies target Starlink users with surveillance software Read Full Article at RT.com
Putin highlights friendly nature of Russia-Equatorial Guinea relations
The Russian leader stressed that Russia values its effective coordination with Equatorial Guinea on the international stage
KKK Halloween costumes spark outrage in US (VIDEO)
Police in El Paso, Texas, have launched an investigation after videos showed people in KKK-style Halloween costumes shouting racial slurs Read Full Article at RT.com
US military spending on Iran conflict reaches $47 bln — The Hill
According to the newspaper, the figures were recorded as of October 16
Ukrainian forces launch 13 attacks on DPR settlements in past day
Two civilians were killed and four injured
Trade between Russia, Libya continues to grow — Putin
Vladimir Putin emphasized that Libya is a longstanding partner of Russia in North Africa
Scandal-hit German special forces prepare for war with Russia – commander
Germany’s KSK special forces are preparing for a possible conflict with Russia despite a history of far-right extremism scandals Read Full Article at RT.com
Flavio Bolsonaro arrives in US with family — CNN Brasil
The politician left the country in defiance of an explicit court order
Microsoft moves to shed quarter of workforce
Microsoft is seeking to shed up to 60,000 workers as the tech giant slashes payroll costs while pouring billions into AI Read Full Article at RT.com
Peskov clarifies ceasefire zone extending beyond Alyoshki
Russian Presidential Spokesman Dmitry Peskov noted that the ceasefire arrangement around the city was agreed upon from the outset
Trump ally flees to US after Brazil election defeat – media
Brazilian Senator Flavio Bolsonaro has reportedly fled to the US after losing to Lula amid investigations into alleged financial crimes Read Full Article at RT.com
Why Moscow shouldn’t fear a Democratic victory in the US midterms
US midterms could complicate ties with Russia. Moscow should judge any Ukraine deal by its merits, not Washington’s political calendar Read Full Article at RT.com
Russia, Equatorial Guinea have significant potential to boost mutual supplies — Putin
The Russian President also pointed out that positive results have been achieved in bilateral cultural and humanitarian cooperation
Vladimir Putin starts work at Russia-Africa Summit
Wednesday’s agenda includes participation in the third Russia-Africa Economic Summit and Humanitarian Forum, a meeting with the heads of major regional organizations, and a formal…