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First-time homebuyers remain scarce, but a record share of them pay all cash
A new report finds generational wealth is widening the divide between homebuyers and those priced out. The median age of first-time buyers also remains at a record high.
Tougher monetary policy may be needed to reduce inflation to 4% — Bank of Russia
Stable inflation acceleration also reflected in part accumulated effects of monetary policy easing occurred earlier, the regulator noted
Opposition demands Knesset speaker’s ouster; he pledges debate on motion if majority wants it
United Torah Judaism breaks from Netanyahu, declines to recommend candidate for prime minister; Herzog spars with Otzma Yehudit over comments against Arab voters
Kremlin Seizes Japan Tobacco International’s Russian Assets
The move against the Japanese tobacco giant comes amid a sharp deterioration of relations between Japan and Russia.
Kiev tries to sweep scandal with secret torture jail under rug — Russian Foreign Ministry
Maria Zakharova pointed out that the organizers and owners of such torture chambers had demonstrated their bestial tendencies in Donbass, mainly in Mariupol, starting in 2014
From Israel hawks to ‘genocide’: The Jewish center no longer holds in Congress
Freshmen Jewish Democrats differ vastly on policies regarding arming Israel and the war in Gaza, marking end of era of consensus and reflecting diverse community
KLM to cut around 5,000 jobs under cost-saving plan — portal
The airline will phase out its Airbus A320 aircraft in favor of smaller Embraer E195-E2 jets to cut costs
Rustam Emomali Awarded Order for ‘Selfless Service’ by Uzbek President
Emomali is chair of Tajikistan’s National Assembly, the appointed mayor of Dushanbe, and, oh yes, son of President Emomali Rahmon.
How a Diplomatic Row Ended a Korean Startup’s AI War Test in Ukraine
Seoul is trying to maintain its support for Ukraine while dealing with a diplomatic dispute with Kyiv. But Newtype Industries, a defense startup in Seoul, says the same dispute ha…
International bodies encourage Kiev to commit new crimes — Russian MFA
The European authorities and UN specialized agencies continue to turn a blind eye to the crimes against humanity being committed in territory controlled by the Kiev regime, Maria …
India plans to supply Philippines with five more BrahMos missile systems — news agency
The Philippines is expected to buy about five BrahMos systems, nearly 60 missiles in total
German military convoy crashes in Poland
Three German soldiers were hospitalized after two military trucks collided on a highway in Poland, military police say Read Full Article at RT.com
The West sees ‘anti-Russia’ project in Ukraine is dead end — Russian MFA
Maria Zakharova drew attention to reports suggesting that, by 2027, non-EU countries will have reduced their financial assistance to Ukraine nearly fivefold
NABU files charges against high-ranking SBU, police officers
In particular, charges were filed against First Deputy head of the Department for the Protection of National Statehood of the SBU General Sergey Duka
Tankers sailing to the US did not change route — Dmitriev
The Russian envoy stressed that the vessels continued on course
Number of SMEs in Russia’s IT sector up 15% in one year — ministry
In particular, 183,000 small and medium-sized enterprises, specializing in software development, operate in Russia
Putin highlights importance of fertilizer production for Russian exports, global market
According to the Russian leader, it is an export-oriented sector that works "not only in the interests of the Russian Federation but also for many of Russia's partners and friends…
Avanti to supply Lyagushka ground robotic systems to Warrior training center
The Lyagushka ground robotic system has a payload capacity of up to 50 kg, speed of up to 25 km/h, and a communication range of up to 10 km
Democratic Party to stand in way of Trump’s peaceful ideas on Ukraine — political analyst
According to Dimitri Simes, on the other hand, a Democratic victory will make it difficult for the Trump administration to "take any military action against Iran"
The US Midterm Elections: Views From China
Most Chinese analysts don’t expect a sea change in U.S. foreign policy, but there are some implications for China to consider.
Russia to monitor how UN chief fulfills Russian-language mandate — MFA
According to Kirill Logvinov, a key element of the resolution is the instruction to the UN secretary-general to "take the necessary measures to ensure compliance with the official…
Putin outlines objectives of state infrastructure loans
State infrastructure loans are earmarked, low-interest loans from the state budget that the federal center provides to Russia’s regions for the implementation of large-scale devel…
Moscow Denies It’s Behind Freezer Attacks at European Supermarkets
Hackers have targeted European supermarket refrigeration units in recent weeks, turning up temperatures and spoiling millions of euros worth of frozen goods.
Israel's UN envoy says it was US that decided to attack Iran
Danny Danon noted in this connection that Iran continues to threaten the US