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Tourist traffic between Russia, China up 1.5-fold in six months of 2026 — PM Mishustin
The Russian premier noted that the two peoples were in sincere sympathy with each other, seeking to learn more about the history, traditions and contemporary art of Russia and Chi…
'Nothing surprising' from Oslo talks on Ukraine, Rubio says
The US Secretary of State said that the meeting between US Special Envoy Steve Witkoff and Ukraine’s Vladimir Zelensky was positive
Israel accepted as Pacific Islands Forum partner, FM says, as ties warm
Sa'ar hails opportunity to participate in forum's efforts in 'water management, desalination, agriculture, climate change adaptation, innovation and sustainable development'
Germany summons Iranian envoy after court convicts spies in plots against Jewish leaders
Hamburg court sentences two men over surveillance of Jewish council chief Josef Schuster and Israel advocate Volker Beck; Tehran rejects accusations as 'baseless'
Russia tests Dronoscope 6 portable EW device for intercepting enemy drone video feeds
The developer plans to begin manufacturing the first batch of updated device in November
International relations undergo profound transformation, says Russian intelligence chief
According to Sergey Naryshkin, the emergence of a multipolar world creates unprecedented opportunities for the global majority
Morning news brief
Trump envoy Steve Witkoff to visit Russia in hopes of ending war, Trump campaigns in North Carolina, Saudi Arabia cancels 'Davos in the Desert' due to air strikes.
Millions are struck off India's voter rolls in largest disenfranchisement in history
India is plunged into political crisis after 130 million names were struck off voter rolls during a massive revision.
Saudi Arabia cancels 'Davos in the Desert' due to Yemen's Houthi strikes
Britain offers military support as Saudi cancels renowned 'Davos in desert" investor meeting due to strikes from Houthi forces in Yemen.
Russia, China conducting settlements in national currencies, trade, investment growing
According to Mikhail Mishustin, there are over 90 joint Russia-China projects in a wide range of sectors, from metallurgy to agriculture
Gambia to pay victims of Yahya Jammeh's rule from proceeds of his seized US mansion
The Gambia has confirmed receiving $2.5m from the sale of the house in Maryland.
Share of national currencies in Russia-China trade nears 100% — Russian PM
"Despite intensified external pressure, trade and economic cooperation between Russia and China is showing very strong momentum," Mikhail Mishustin said
China-Russia relations enter more substantial development stage — premier
Li Qiang voiced his readiness to use the meeting "as an important opportunity to compile comprehensive results of the work," address existing issues, and implement agreements made…
Russia keeps leadership in oil supplies to China, Power of Siberia operating stably — PM
According to Mikhail Mishustin, the project to create the Power of Baikal pipeline is being developed
Huge crowds watch attempt to save shark stranded in South Korean canal
A third attempt has been made to guide the 9ft 10in (3m) shark back to the open sea.
IN BRIEF: Putin-Witkoff talks to focus on Ukraine, Kremlin aide says
The recent talks on settling the Ukrainian conflict did not involve Zelensky; Moscow did not have any contact with him, Yury Ushakov said
Michigan Senate race puts Jewish voters at center of Rogers-El-Sayed battle
Mike Rogers brands Abdul El-Sayed ‘anti-Jew' after interview; progressive Jewish groups mobilize to defend Democrat and argue a Republican victory carries its own risks
Rubio expects Lavrov to take part in G20 top diplomats’ summit in Atlanta in October
According to the US State Secretary, the Russian side will participate in the meeting in any case
Putin Releases American Jailed in Russia After U.S. Envoy Arrives for Ukraine Talks
Special envoy Steve Witkoff is also expected to discuss Ukraine peace negotiations with the Russian president during his visit to St. Petersburg.
Making Marie Antoinette review – sweet Coppola home movie reveals the family business
Shot by Sofia’s mother Eleanor this documentary shows something of the strain of shooting a period piece, but is a far cry from the tumultuous portrait of her husband in Hearts of…
US envoy Witkoff lands in Russia for talks with Vladimir Putin about Ukraine – Europe live
The meeting comes after the US official held ‘constructive’ talks with Zelenskyy in NorwayMeanwhile, Ukraine’s anti-corruption police said that detectives were searching the p…
Witkoff Arrives in St. Petersburg for Meeting With Putin
The White House envoy is expected to discuss Ukraine peace negotiations with Putin and the potential release of an American imprisoned in Russia.
Australian MP loses both legs after alleged car attack, husband says
Her alleged attacker, 43-year-old Brendan Nugent, faces multiple charges and appeared in court for the first time on Wednesday.
IN BRIEF: Kremlin Spokesman’s key statements on Ukraine, China, Armenia
It is impossible to achieve a full settlement of the Ukrainian conflict without Kiev’s participation, Dmitry Peskov said