Russia/Ukraine War
Russian envoy meets US treasury, energy officials in Washington, sources say
They discussed Russian-US economic cooperation
Russian cosmonauts cook up special dinner with national dishes onboard ISS
Roscosmos cosmonauts in orbit and chefs on Earth prepared dishes of modern Russian cuisine in real time using a gourmet kit specially sent to the ISS
Technologies play key role in competition in marine sphere — Russian presidential aide
"The process of forming a new model of the maritime economy is underway, where unmanned navigation, robotic systems, artificial intelligence are beginning to play a decisive role,…
Russian Summer Air Travel Fell Amid Surge in Daily Drone Attacks
Rosaviatsia said airlines transported 39.5 million passengers between May and August, down 7% compared to last summer.
VTB projects Russian banking sector’s profit at up to $53 bln in coming three years
According to the forecast, no major growth is expected
Halting AI race unrealistic as caution becomes losing strategy — expert
"Capabilities are outpacing control mechanisms, particularly in terms of autonomy and cyberattacks," Dmitry Tkachev said
Putin Envoy, U.S. Officials Discussed Ukraine War and Energy Initiatives, U.S. Official Says
Dmitriev had meetings with representatives of the U.S. Treasury and Energy departments during his visit to Washington, sources told Reuters.
AI giant promises investors ‘existential risk to humanity’
Anthropic has warned investors that its AI could pose “existential risks to humanity,” as it seeks to boost its value ahead of an IPO Read Full Article at RT.com
Ukraine's 2027 budget deficit projected at 37% of GDP
Forecasts suggest the country could lose up to 6% of its GDP due to ongoing combat operations
VTB net profit under IFRS for 8M falls 4%
According to the report, the bank's net profit surged by 106.7% year-on-year to $584 mln in August
US strategic petroleum reserve hits lowest level since 1982 — Reuters
It fell to 283.8 million barrels
US officials hold constructive talks on Ukraine with Russian envoy — media
The participants discussed possible US-Russian energy initiatives after the conflict ends
Pentagon breach exposed data on over 3 million people – media
A Pentagon personnel system breach has reportedly exposed Social Security numbers and military job details of more than 3 million people Read Full Article at RT.com
Ukrainian capital Kiev is turning into frontline city — newspaper
Kiev is unable to carry out the mass deployment of the necessary interceptors in the capital to counter the Russian Armed Forces, the publication says
Iran to pay women about $40,000 for capturing one US soldier, army says
Iran is prepared to consider payments to residents of other countries in the region for similar actions, General Mohammad Akraminia said
IN BRIEF: What we know about Ukrainian attack on railroad in Russia’s Bryansk Region
A Russian Railways repair team has started relief work after examining the scene
EU leaders are trying hard to drag their countries into conflict with Russia — Medvedev
The politician noted that the chances of plunging the world into a new conflict were the highest since 1945
Lavrov urges study of Russian military doctrine amid Polish plans to make Patriot missiles
Polish authorities are currently preparing the 50th tranche of military aid to Ukraine
Russian troops liberate two communities in Ukraine operation over past day — top brass
The Ukrainian army lost roughly 1,410 troops in battles with Russian forces in all the frontline areas over the past 24 hours
Belarus seeks joint aviation sector development with Russia — Lukashenko
Alexander Lukashenko pointed out that Belarus has been repairing aircraft and armored vehicles since the Soviet era
Argentina demands UK halt Falklands oil project
Argentinian President Javier Milei has demanded that the UK stop oil exploration near the disputed Falkland Islands Read Full Article at RT.com
Baltic Fleet naval aviation exercise starts near Kaliningrad
More than 15 aircraft and helicopters and over 500 personnel of the air force formation are participating in the maneuvers
All of Iran to tune in to watch tonight's football friendly against Russia — ambassador
The Russian national football team is set to meet Iran in a friendly match in Kazan, the capital of the Russian republic of Tatarstan
Kremlin comments on Estonia’s accusations, need for continued special military op
Russia will continue its special military operation to fully ensure its national interests, Dmitry Peskov emphasized