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India to begin mass production of new laser anti-drone system — newspaper
The platform underwent successful testing in August 2025
As many as 17 people killed by bear attacks in Russia
The highest death toll was recorded in the Krasnoyarsk Region
US sanctions could make ICC operations impossible, lawyer says
Artur Gulasaryan explained that due to the sanctions, the ICC could lose access to US financial and technology services without special authorization from the US Treasury Departme…
IN BRIEF: Foiling official's motorcade bombing, Kiev agent detention in Crimea
Moscow resident was a member of a terrorist organization, while 18-year-old Kerch resident was detained on suspicion of treason
Israel picks state-backed funds to drive investment in next-generation defense tech
The two funds are mandated to raise at least $150m each for investment in startups, in a bid to boost domestic technological independence and superiority on the battlefield The po…
Israel’s 6th submarine to arrive as Navy plans major fleet expansion
INS Drakon reaches Israel after 8,000-km voyage from Germany, as military seeks to boost capabilities amid growing maritime threats The post Israel’s 6th submarine to arrive as Na…
It's getting harder to afford rent in the U.S., even for middle-income families
Housing affordability challenges are spreading to higher income brackets, according to new research, which found one in five renters struggled last year to pay for their housing i…
On Taiwan, US ‘Strategic Ambiguity’ Is Not Dead Yet
What look like indications of U.S. abandonment of Taiwan are relatively superficial, while substantive investment in capabilities that could deter China continues apace.
Russian Managers Take Control at Western Companies Seized by the Kremlin
Leading business figures in Russia have said the latest asset seizures should serve as a warning signal to Europe amid ongoing discussions to use frozen Russian assets in the West…
Upcoming winter in Ukraine could trigger irreversible processes, expert warns
Oleg Popenko said that preparations for the heating season had completely failed
Russia, Iran discuss cooperation in Africa
The sides exchanged views on current issues on the international and regional agenda, the Russian Foreign Ministry said
Belarus begins combat readiness inspection of Air Force — Security Council
Alexander Volfovich noted that even in peacetime, the Air Force and air defense forces are on combat duty and protect not only Belarus’s air borders but also the outer perimeter o…
Watch: Why is the UK reviewing its Chagos Islands deal?
The UK is reviewing its deal to hand over the Chagos Islands to Mauritius, the defence secretary has said.
At UNGA, Kyrgyz President Japarov Once Again Complains About Sanctions
Japarov also thanked Donald Trump for ending funding of NGOs.
The Trump-Xi Summit: Stakes for Australia
Trump wants more sales. Xi wants fewer constraints. What does Australia need from the Trump-Xi summit?
Inclusion of Latin American, African, Asian states must be at core of UNSC reform
Asked about the current situation regarding UN Security Council reform, Kirill Logvinov stated that "the process of seeking a universal reform formula, which meets the expectation…
Coal supplies for Russia’s electric power industry to increase by almost 30% by 2050
They are expected to reach 90-100 mln tons by 2030, and 85-125 mln tons by 2050
Active voting shows that Russians support efforts to strengthen country — Putin
The Russian president stressed that a great deal depends on the government, including monetary policy and social policy
Lavrov holds talks with Rubio in New York
The talks began with no opening remarks for the press and continued in a closed format
Russia hopes new UN chief to launch arbitration over US violations — MFA
Russia will continue to insist that this issue be resolved as soon as possible, Kirill Logvinov said
Houthis threaten to attack US interests if Washington joins Saudi strikes on Yemen
Military adviser Abed Mohammed al-Thawr tells AFP any American intervention in the Bab el-Mandeb Strait 'is a red line for them and anyone else' The post Houthis threaten to attac…
Greetings from Edinburgh, where a cheeky tour guide makes art history hilarious
For anyone who grew up staring blankly at museum artwork, this is the fun that was missing: Coco leads interactive and (mostly) factual art history comedy tours.
Election committee bars Balad chief Abu Shehadeh over alleged support for terror
Sohlberg, attorney general, all opposition parties back disqualification of Joint List party's No. 3 in unusual consensus; panel also disqualifies Hadash MK Ofer Cassif The post E…
Russia says to seek investigation into US violations of UN obligations
"Unfortunately, the current secretary-general of the world organization consistently evades implementing these resolutions and the relevant provisions of the 1947 Agreement on the…