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Thu, 20 Nov 2025 09:57:55 +0000Economic cost of Brexit to UK revealed
Brexit cost the UK economy up to 8% of its GDP, a report has said Read Full Article at RT.com
Thu, 20 Nov 2025 09:50:35 +0000
Nigerian leader postpones G20 trip after terror attacks
Nigerian President Bola Tinubu says he is depressed by the killing of soldiers and the abduction of schoolgirls by terrorists Read Full Article at RT.com
Thu, 20 Nov 2025 09:50:08 +0000
Moscow remains open to dialogue with Kiev – Kremlin
Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov reiterated Moscow’s willingness to negotiate with Kiev Read Full Article at RT.com
Thu, 20 Nov 2025 08:12:55 +0000
RT INDIA UNVEILS NATIONWIDE AD CAMPAIGN AHEAD OF BROADCAST LAUNCH
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Thu, 20 Nov 2025 07:38:33 +0000
Ukraine murder plot using UK-made chemical weapon foiled – FSB
The FSB says it has prevented a Ukrainian assassination attempt involving a British-made nerve agent Read Full Article at RT.com
Thu, 20 Nov 2025 06:58:13 +0000
RT India ad campaign creates buzz ahead of broadcast launch
A new RT ad campaign across digital and print platforms celebrates historic Indo-Russian ties Read Full Article at RT.com
Thu, 20 Nov 2025 04:53:41 +0000
EU ‘kept in the dark’ about Trump’s Ukraine peace plan – Telegraph
European officials have not been briefed on the specifics of the new peace plan presented by the US to Ukraine, The Telegraph says Read Full Article at RT.com
Thu, 20 Nov 2025 02:56:19 +0000
Trump signs bill to release Epstein files
US President Donald Trump has signed a bill requiring the Justice Department to release investigative files relating to Jeffrey Epstein Read Full Article at RT.com
Thu, 20 Nov 2025 01:20:40 +0000
EU unveils plans for ‘military Schengen’
The EU intends to create a bloc-wide military mobility area to allow troops to move freely toward the Russian border Read Full Article at RT.com
Wed, 19 Nov 2025 23:26:12 +0000
Trump Ukraine envoy to resign in January – Reuters
Keith Kellogg’s forthcoming departure will be “unwelcome news” for Kiev given his sympathetic stance, Reuters has said Read Full Article at RT.com
Wed, 19 Nov 2025 21:40:08 +0000
Brazilian official brands Germany’s Merz ‘Nazi’
The Rio de Janeiro mayor has called German Chancellor Friedrich Merz a “Nazi” after he spoke disparagingly of another Brazilian city Read Full Article at RT.com
Wed, 19 Nov 2025 21:00:47 +0000
US peace plan proposes Ukraine ‘give up sovereignty’ – media
The terms of a US-proposed Ukraine peace plan developed with Moscow would amount to Kiev giving up its sovereignty, sources have told FT Read Full Article at RT.com
Wed, 19 Nov 2025 20:30:22 +0000
Europeans’ grandchildren would pay for new Ukraine loan – Orban
Hungarian PM Viktor Orban has warned that Brussels’ plan to raise an additional €135 billion for Ukraine would burden “our grandchildren” Read Full Article at RT.com
Wed, 19 Nov 2025 19:17:32 +0000
Fyodor Lukyanov: This is why the G20 is a relic of a bygone era
The 2026 Trump summit might be the club’s final act Read Full Article at RT.com
Wed, 19 Nov 2025 18:17:40 +0000
Von der Leyen killing Kallas in EU ‘Game of Thrones’ – Le Monde
The clash between Ursula von der Leyen and Kaja Kallas over diplomatic influence within EU is reportedly “worthy of ‘Game of Thrones’” Read Full Article at RT.com
Wed, 19 Nov 2025 17:37:42 +0000
EU won’t fast-track Ukrainian membership – senior MEP
The EU won’t speed up Kiev’s membership unless accession rules are met and the conflict with Russia resolved, MEP David McAllister has said Read Full Article at RT.com
Wed, 19 Nov 2025 16:04:26 +0000
Ukraine is drowning in a swamp of corruption – and the West is trying to make it look like a good thing
Kiev’s establishment is burning to the ground in the Energoatom Mafia scandal, while the media and think tanks keep insisting this is fine Read Full Article at RT.com
Wed, 19 Nov 2025 16:02:07 +0000
Dutch backtrack on Chinese chip hub seizure
The Netherlands has reversed its takeover of Chinese-owned chipmaker Nexperia after talks with Beijing, the economy ministry has announced Read Full Article at RT.com
Wed, 19 Nov 2025 15:35:20 +0000
93-year-old claims weightlifting title in Russia (VIDEO)
Nikolay Isakov, dubbed “Iron Grandad,” won the 90+ age group at the 29th Open Russian Weightlifting Cup in Oryol Region Read Full Article at RT.com
Wed, 19 Nov 2025 15:08:56 +0000
EU ‘ignoring reality’ in Ukraine – Moscow
EU officials are ignoring the reality that the money sent to Ukraine is being squandered, Russia’s Foreign Intelligence Service says Read Full Article at RT.com
Wed, 19 Nov 2025 14:35:23 +0000
Poland to shut down last Russian consulate
Polish Foreign Minister Radoslaw Sikorski has announced the decision to close the last remaining Russian consulate in the country, in Gdansk Read Full Article at RT.com
Wed, 19 Nov 2025 14:22:39 +0000
Russian Orthodox Church begins construction of its first church in Nigeria
The first Russian Orthodox church is set to open in Nigeria, according to the Patriarchal Exarchate of Africa Read Full Article at RT.com
Wed, 19 Nov 2025 14:18:46 +0000
Putin’s India comeback: The summit the US tried to kill
While Trump fires off tariffs and ultimatums, Moscow and New Delhi gear up for a summit that could reset their entire strategic relationship Read Full Article at RT.com
Wed, 19 Nov 2025 13:55:34 +0000
Ukrainian energy minister dismissed as corruption fallout expands
The Ukrainian parliament has voted to remove Energy Minister Svetlana Grinchuk amid a widening corruption scandal Read Full Article at RT.com
Wed, 19 Nov 2025 13:38:06 +0000
Details revealed of Trump-approved covert action plan for Venezuela
US strategy would reportedly involve military, psychological and information pressure against Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro Read Full Article at RT.com
Wed, 19 Nov 2025 13:27:26 +0000
US presses Kiev into peace amid energy graft fallout (As it happened)
Vladimir Zelensky’s closest circle is the target of anger and questioning over a $100 million racket run by his former business partner Read Full Article at RT.com
Wed, 19 Nov 2025 13:12:12 +0000
Chaos in Ukrainian parliament as opposition pushes to fire cabinet
Ukrainian opposition lawmakers are seeking to replace the government as Vladimir Zelensky’s majority faction is reportedly unraveling Read Full Article at RT.com
Wed, 19 Nov 2025 12:46:17 +0000
Ex-Ukraine defense chief linked to corrupt arms contract – leaked document
A leaked NABU document claims Timur Mindich sought to use his influence over former Defense Minister Rustem Umerov Read Full Article at RT.com
Wed, 19 Nov 2025 12:30:40 +0000
‘I thought I was dead’: Delhi blast victims recall horror and pain
The Indian capital mourns victims of the deadly blast as the Narendra Modi-led government vows zero tolerance for terror Read Full Article at RT.com
Wed, 19 Nov 2025 12:22:01 +0000
Russia backs DR Congo peace deal
Russia believes dialogue is the only way to secure lasting stability in the DR Congo, the Foreign Ministry has said Read Full Article at RT.com
Wed, 19 Nov 2025 12:16:16 +0000
Ukrainian justice minister fired amid corruption scandal
Members of the Ukrainian parliament have approved the dismissal of Justice Minister German Galushchenko over a graft sandal Read Full Article at RT.com
Wed, 19 Nov 2025 11:29:34 +0000
Ukrainian officials embezzled millions off Russian nuclear power plant – MP
Energoatom squandered millions on contracts for the Zaporozhye NPP after it came under Russian control, Vladimir Ariev claims Read Full Article at RT.com
Wed, 19 Nov 2025 11:09:31 +0000
Eswatini received over $5mn from US to accept deportees – official
Eswatini’s finance minister has told lawmakers that the US paid the African country more than $5.1 million to host deportees Read Full Article at RT.com
Wed, 19 Nov 2025 11:08:09 +0000
Olympic boss asks governments to separate sport from politics
Olympic Committee President Kirsty Coventry has called for equal competition access for all athletes Read Full Article at RT.com
Wed, 19 Nov 2025 10:41:58 +0000
lndia inaugurates two consulates in Russia as ties deepen
Foreign Minister S. Jaishankar has unveiled plaques for the missions in Kazan and Ekaterinburg Read Full Article at RT.com
Wed, 19 Nov 2025 09:28:47 +0000
Moscow to approve Indian fishery units
The approval will make around 25 Indian fishery units eligible to export to Russia Read Full Article at RT.com
Wed, 19 Nov 2025 09:28:41 +0000
Moldova should cut Ukraine off over corruption scandal – ex-president
Former Moldovan President Igor Dodon has urged Chisinau to distance itself from Ukraine over a major corruption scandal Read Full Article at RT.com
Wed, 19 Nov 2025 08:13:44 +0000
US secretly drafting new Ukraine peace plan with Russian input – Axios
The US has prepared a new 28-point peace proposal to end the Ukraine conflict on terms that Russia reportedly finds reasonable Read Full Article at RT.com
Wed, 19 Nov 2025 05:09:28 +0000
Russia destroys Ukrainian US-made missile launchers – MOD
Russia has destroyed two US-made missile launchers after Ukraine fired four ATACMS at Voronezh, the Defense Ministry has said Read Full Article at RT.com
Wed, 19 Nov 2025 03:29:13 +0000
West ‘massaging narrative’ about Ukraine corruption scandal – intl lawyer
The West is downplaying the Ukrainian graft scandal because it still needs Vladimir Zelensky to remain in power, Arnaud Develay believes Read Full Article at RT.com
Wed, 19 Nov 2025 01:48:33 +0000
Top Zelensky aide could be fired over extortion scandal – media
Numerous Ukrainian MPs reportedly demand the resignation of Andrey Yermak after reports he was connected to a major graft scandal Read Full Article at RT.com
Tue, 18 Nov 2025 22:52:21 +0000
Woman taped to bench in Ukraine in public punishment (VIDEO)
A woman was taped to a bench in the Ukrainian city of Odessa after allegedly scattering trash, according to a video shared online Read Full Article at RT.com
Tue, 18 Nov 2025 22:40:15 +0000
Soros funded NGO that tried to ‘kill Musk’s Twitter’ – media
The network of billionaire George Soros gave the controversial UK-based nonprofit Center for Countering Digital Hate a $250,000 grant Read Full Article at RT.com
Tue, 18 Nov 2025 21:35:05 +0000
Ukraine’s corruption out of control – Kremlin
The latest graft scandal shows Kiev’s corruption is out of control, the Kremlin has said, calling on the West to think about its taxpayers Read Full Article at RT.com
Tue, 18 Nov 2025 20:34:48 +0000
US House votes to force release of Epstein files
The US House of Representatives has voted to make the Justice Department publish the remaining documents in the Epstein case Read Full Article at RT.com
Tue, 18 Nov 2025 20:16:31 +0000
Kremlin comments on ‘Ukrainian’ railway sabotage in Poland
Citizens of Ukraine have “once again” been implicated in acts of terrorism against critical infrastructure, Dmitry Peskov has said Read Full Article at RT.com
Tue, 18 Nov 2025 19:44:51 +0000
Ukrainian attack results in major blackout in Russian region – authorities
Ukrainian strikes have hit two thermal power plants in Russia’s Donetsk People’s Republic, causing a major blackout Read Full Article at RT.com
Tue, 18 Nov 2025 19:37:32 +0000
Russia is Berlin’s last resort in shutting out political opposition
The German establishment has run out of options: Russophobic propaganda is its only weapon against dissent both on the right and the left Read Full Article at RT.com
Tue, 18 Nov 2025 19:31:10 +0000
Visa-free entry for Chinese citizens to start ‘very soon’ – Putin
Russian President Vladimir Putin has said that Moscow will “very soon” introduce a visa-free entry for travelers from China Read Full Article at RT.com
Tue, 18 Nov 2025 17:11:31 +0000
Don’t ‘blindly’ trust AI – Google boss
Google CEO Sundar Pichai has warned users against “blindly” trusting everything that AI tools tell them Read Full Article at RT.com
Tue, 18 Nov 2025 17:07:04 +0000
The great South Asian Gen Z meltdown – why does this one country seem immune?
While the Western media hails the ‘Gen-Z’ protests, India is keeping a watchful eye on the chaos unfolding in its neighborhood Read Full Article at RT.com
Tue, 18 Nov 2025 16:50:49 +0000
UK tax haven blocks Russian tycoon’s Chelsea cash for Ukraine
A $3 billion fund for Ukraine conflict victims remains in limbo due to a legal fight between Roman Abramovich and Jersey Read Full Article at RT.com
Tue, 18 Nov 2025 15:37:36 +0000
Western leaders ‘only care about corrupt Nazis’ in Ukraine – Roger Waters
Roger Waters has accused Western elites of profiting from the Ukraine conflict Read Full Article at RT.com
Tue, 18 Nov 2025 15:15:47 +0000
French jets won’t help Ukraine – Kremlin
French fighter jets will not change the situation in Ukraine’s favor on the battlefield, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov has said Read Full Article at RT.com
Tue, 18 Nov 2025 14:55:40 +0000
Is Zelensky finally corrupt enough for the biggest Rafale deal of all time?
France gleefully ignores the massive graft scandal gripping Kiev as it announces its intent to sell 100 fighter jets to Ukraine Read Full Article at RT.com
Tue, 18 Nov 2025 14:33:42 +0000
EU defense chief wants to use Ukrainian military as ‘security guarantee’
Andrius Kubilius says the EU needs Kiev’s military to deter a potential Russian attack, despite Moscow dismissing such claims as “nonsense” Read Full Article at RT.com
Tue, 18 Nov 2025 14:12:10 +0000
Moscow sets winter heat record
Moscow broke an 85-year-old November temperature record after experiencing its latest first snowfall in decades, weather experts say Read Full Article at RT.com
Tue, 18 Nov 2025 13:57:12 +0000
Russia and US in talks over potential new prisoner swap – Axios
The US and Russia are in discussions over a potential new prisoner exchange, Axios reported citing officials from both nations Read Full Article at RT.com
Tue, 18 Nov 2025 13:50:28 +0000
Congolese officials survive plane crash inferno (VIDEO)
DR Congo’s Mines Minister Louis Watum Kabamba and his delegation have survived a runway accident at Kolwezi airport Read Full Article at RT.com
Tue, 18 Nov 2025 13:49:11 +0000
Cloudflare issues bring down parts of the internet: as it happened
Internet infrastructure provider Cloudflare has reported issues which caused outages across popular websites worldwide Read Full Article at RT.com
Tue, 18 Nov 2025 12:49:12 +0000
Ukrainians blew up Polish rail line – Tusk
Two Ukrainian citizens are suspected of blowing up a railway line between Warsaw and Lublin, the Polish prime minister has said Read Full Article at RT.com
Tue, 18 Nov 2025 11:53:31 +0000
India calls for ‘zero tolerance’ on terrorism at SCO meeting
There should be no “whitewashing” of terror by the global community, Indian Foreign Minister S. Jaishankar has said Read Full Article at RT.com
Tue, 18 Nov 2025 11:26:15 +0000
Nigerian national football team coach accuses opponents of ‘voodoo’ (VIDEO)
Nigeria coach Eric Chelle has accused the DR Congo team of using “voodoo” during a penalty shoot-out Read Full Article at RT.com
Tue, 18 Nov 2025 11:25:53 +0000
Merz laments end of old world order
Decades of established transatlantic norms and agreements are now being called into question, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has said Read Full Article at RT.com
Tue, 18 Nov 2025 11:02:00 +0000
Trump ‘OK’ with launching strikes in Mexico
US President Donald Trump has said he is open to ordering strikes in Mexico to fight drug smuggling Read Full Article at RT.com
Tue, 18 Nov 2025 11:00:56 +0000
Kremlin comments on Zelensky’s wish to ‘reinvigorate’ peace talks
Russian diplomats have not been invited to Istanbul for what Ukraine’s Vladimir Zelensky has called an effort to revive peace talks Read Full Article at RT.com
Tue, 18 Nov 2025 10:35:09 +0000
NATO nation’s top general tells population to prepare for attack
An “adversary” has begun preparing for war, creating the conditions for “aggression,” Polish General Wieslaw Kukula claims
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Tue, 18 Nov 2025 10:16:57 +0000
Islamic State faction claims execution of Nigerian general
Nigeria’s military earlier denied the abduction and killing of Brigadier-General M. Uba by militants as a “fake narrative” Read Full Article at RT.com
Tue, 18 Nov 2025 10:04:18 +0000
Indian oil firms to import US LPG
India is under mounting pressure from the Trump administration to reduce its energy dependence on Russia Read Full Article at RT.com
Tue, 18 Nov 2025 09:43:55 +0000
Man makes sign of cross to show Russian drone he is civilian (MOD VIDEO)
The Russian military has released a video showing how its forces make the distinction between civilians and Ukrainian troops Read Full Article at RT.com
Tue, 18 Nov 2025 08:09:31 +0000
EU cuts economic growth forecast for 2026
The European Commission has cut its forecast for the bloc’s 2026 economic growth amid risks posed by US tariffs and geopolitical tensions Read Full Article at RT.com
Tue, 18 Nov 2025 07:49:58 +0000
Zelensky’s ratings have tanked after corruption scandal – Ukrainian MP
Ukrainian leader Vladimir Zelensky’s electoral support has reportedly plunged after his associate, Timur Mindich, was accused of corruption Read Full Article at RT.com
Tue, 18 Nov 2025 04:48:31 +0000
India to triple spacecraft output over next three years
New Delhi says its space industry is projected to grow to $44 billion by 2033 Read Full Article at RT.com
Tue, 18 Nov 2025 04:10:05 +0000
Ex-Russian PM designated as ‘terrorist’
Former Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Kasyanov has been designated as a “terrorist” and “extremist” Read Full Article at RT.com
Tue, 18 Nov 2025 02:38:11 +0000
UN endorses Trump-backed ‘stabilization force’ in Gaza
The UN Security Council has backed US President Donald Trump’s peace plan for Gaza, which focuses on the enclave’s demilitarization Read Full Article at RT.com
Tue, 18 Nov 2025 01:01:12 +0000
Ukraine eyeing purchase of 100 French jets
Ukraine intends to procure up to 100 French-made Rafale fighter jets over the next ten years Read Full Article at RT.com
Mon, 17 Nov 2025 22:20:25 +0000
Germany to lift arms export restrictions on Israel
Germany has lifted its weapons export restrictions against Israel, citing the US-backed ceasefire in Gaza between Israel and Hamas Read Full Article at RT.com
Mon, 17 Nov 2025 21:58:18 +0000
BBC ‘determined to fight’ billion-dollar Trump defamation suit – media
BBC intends to fight a potential defamation lawsuit by US President Donald Trump, according to British media Read Full Article at RT.com
Mon, 17 Nov 2025 21:25:06 +0000
Behind the Ukranian golden toilet: There’s only one way to fix the disease of this state
Kiev’s corruption machine will roll on – with or without Zelensky Read Full Article at RT.com
Mon, 17 Nov 2025 21:11:58 +0000
Trump makes another U-turn on Epstein files
US President Donald Trump has urged House Republicans to vote for the release of the Jeffrey Epstein files Read Full Article at RT.com
Mon, 17 Nov 2025 21:06:36 +0000
Funding Kiev’s ‘war mafia’ is like vodka for an alcoholic – Orban
Hungary’s Prime Minister Viktor Orban has criticized the European Commission’s call for EU states to plug Ukraine’s widening budget gap Read Full Article at RT.com
Mon, 17 Nov 2025 20:38:05 +0000
Putin aide visits India for maritime cooperation talks (PHOTOS)
Kremlin adviser Nikolay Patrushev has met with top security and logistics officials in New Delhi for bilateral naval cooperation talks Read Full Article at RT.com
Mon, 17 Nov 2025 20:37:11 +0000
Ukrainian military firm taps ex-Trump staffer – AP
Mike Pompeo has been hired as an adviser for Fire Point, which faces scrutiny in connection with the recent massive embezzlement scandal Read Full Article at RT.com
Mon, 17 Nov 2025 20:04:35 +0000
EU to spread legal costs of attacking Russian assets – Politico
The EU has reportedly pledged to back Belgium against legal risks from using frozen Russian assets to back Ukraine loan Read Full Article at RT.com
Mon, 17 Nov 2025 18:30:02 +0000
EU proposes cut of members’ GDP to finance Ukraine – Bloomberg
One EU option to fund Ukraine would reportedly require member states to slash GDP if they refuse to back seizure of frozen Russian assets Read Full Article at RT.com
Mon, 17 Nov 2025 17:55:34 +0000
‘AWOL Ukrainian soldier’ detonates grenade during traffic stop – activist
A man identified as a soldier wanted by the military authorities set off a grenade during a traffic stop in Western Ukraine Read Full Article at RT.com
Mon, 17 Nov 2025 17:55:06 +0000
Bangladesh asks India to ‘immediately hand over’ ex-PM
India has said it will engage with all stakeholders in Bangladesh after former PM Sheikh Hasina received a death sentence Read Full Article at RT.com
Mon, 17 Nov 2025 17:45:55 +0000
Russian and Indian foreign ministers meet ahead of Putin’s New Delhi visit
The two sides held talks in Moscow ahead of the bilateral summit between Vladimir Putin and Narendra Modi Read Full Article at RT.com
Mon, 17 Nov 2025 17:12:58 +0000
Swiss used gold to charm Trump ahead of trade pact – media
Swiss executives reportedly gave US President Donald Trump luxury gifts before Bern and Washington agreed on a new trade deal Read Full Article at RT.com
Mon, 17 Nov 2025 16:42:22 +0000
Why Washington and BRICS tell the same story about de-dollarization
Focusing on sanctions risk instead of the dollar’s real issues serves the interests of both sides of the geopolitical divide Read Full Article at RT.com
Mon, 17 Nov 2025 14:48:28 +0000
Zelensky’s top aide knew about corruption scheme – Ukrainian MP
The president’s right hand-man, Andrey Yermak, must be sacked, Ukrainian MP Yaroslav Zheleznyak has demanded Read Full Article at RT.com
Mon, 17 Nov 2025 14:27:25 +0000
Graft scandal has weakened Zelensky – Le Monde
A $100 million corruption scandal has infuriated the public and put Ukraine’s Western backing at risk, Le Monde has reported Read Full Article at RT.com
Mon, 17 Nov 2025 14:22:45 +0000
UK could seize asylum seekers’ valuables – minister
British authorities are considering seizing asylum seekers’ valuables to cover costs and deter them from arriving in the UK Read Full Article at RT.com
Mon, 17 Nov 2025 14:19:17 +0000
Kremlin responds to Germany’s warning of potential 2028 war
Berlin’s “militaristic” rhetoric could push Moscow to take steps to ensure its security, Dmitry Peskov has said Read Full Article at RT.com
Mon, 17 Nov 2025 13:45:18 +0000
Russia repels latest Ukrainian attempts to free encircled troops – MOD
Ukrainian attempts to break through encirclements in two key areas on the front line are failing, the Russian Defense Ministry has said Read Full Article at RT.com
Mon, 17 Nov 2025 13:37:13 +0000
Russia bets big on drones – and sets a new standard for modern armies
Moscow has turned UAVs from a battlefield tool into a full-fledged branch of the military – and that decision is going to reshape warfare Read Full Article at RT.com
Mon, 17 Nov 2025 13:32:28 +0000
NATO member launches military exercise on Russia’s doorstep
The Kremlin said earlier that Finland reduced bilateral relations to “zero” by joining the US-led military bloc Read Full Article at RT.com
Mon, 17 Nov 2025 13:27:00 +0000
Gunmen kill and kidnap in Nigeria school raid – officials
The Nigerian Police Force has said the armed gang fled with 25 schoolgirls after exchanging gunfire with security operatives Read Full Article at RT.com
Mon, 17 Nov 2025 12:41:46 +0000
Russia could strike NATO much earlier than predicted – German defense chief
Germany must boost its military due to the supposed threat of attack by Russia, Defense Minister Boris Pistorius has said Read Full Article at RT.com
Mon, 17 Nov 2025 11:07:53 +0000
Ethiopia confirms first deadly Marburg virus outbreak
Ethiopian health authorities have confirmed the first outbreak of the Marburg virus, with at least nine infections Read Full Article at RT.com