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Fri, 22 May 2026 20:47:00 +0300Long Play Ending: Russia Sees Real Chance for Kyiv's Complete Capitulation
The upcoming visit of US presidential envoy Steve Witkoff to Russia could become a key indicator of major changes in discussions surrounding the Ukraine conflict, political analyst Lyudmila Adilova believes.
Experts See Renewed Diplomatic Contacts as...
Fri, 22 May 2026 20:42:00 +0300Kaja Kallas Could Lead EU-Russia Talks Into Deadlock
The prospect of European Union foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas taking a leading role in negotiations with Moscow has triggered growing concern among political figures and analysts across Europe.
Analysts Warn of Diplomatic Deadlock
Speaking to Pr...
Fri, 22 May 2026 19:49:00 +0300Russia Suspends Imports and Sales of Mineral Water from Armenia
Russia's consumer safety watchdog Rospotrebnadzor has fully suspended the import and sale of Jermuk mineral water across the country after inspectors identified excessive levels of several chemical compounds in the product.
Russia Expands Restriction...
Fri, 22 May 2026 15:53:00 +0300Moscow: 'Spirit of Anchorage' Is Fading Amid Ukraine Tensions
Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergey Ryabkov explained what Moscow means by the term "Spirit of Anchorage,” describing it as an atmosphere of trust established between Russian President Vladimir Putin and US President Donald Trump during talks co...
Fri, 22 May 2026 15:07:00 +0300US to Deploy Typhon Missile Systems Near Russian Borders for Military Drills
The United States will temporarily deploy Typhon missile systems in Japan during upcoming joint military exercises, the Japanese Embassy in Russia announced.
US and Japan Prepare Joint Military Exercises
The embassy stated that two major joint exe...
Fri, 22 May 2026 14:55:00 +0300Armenia Respects Russia as a Superpower, Will Never Join Anti-Russian Campaign
Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan stated that Armenia will never become part of an anti-Russian campaign and emphasized that Yerevan intends to maintain respectful relations with Moscow despite ongoing tensions between the two countries.
Pashin...
Thu, 21 May 2026 18:12:00 +0300Video: Russia Launches Ballistic and Hypersonic Missiles During Nuclear Drills
Russia and Belarus have concluded joint nuclear force exercises after conducting missile launches and large-scale readiness operations involving strategic military units. Russian President Vladimir Putin stated that all objectives of the exercises ha...
Thu, 21 May 2026 17:46:00 +0300Lukashenko Offers Man to Man Talks with Zelensky, Shares Plans to Join Ukraine Conflict
Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko stated that Belarus does not plan to become directly involved in the conflict in Ukraine unless the country faces external aggression. He made the remarks while commenting on regional security tensions and re...
Thu, 21 May 2026 17:02:00 +0300Putin Calls Nuclear Weapons an Exceptional Measure During Belarus Drills
Russian President Vladimir Putin described the use of nuclear weapons as an exceptional and last-resort measure during joint nuclear force exercises conducted with Belarus. He delivered the statement remotely during the military training event, accor...
Thu, 21 May 2026 16:39:00 +0300Russia Says Iskander-M Missiles Can Reach Every European Capital
Russian operational-tactical missile systems stationed in Belarus and the Kaliningrad region can reportedly strike targets across Europe, including London, retired Colonel and military analyst Anatoly Matviychuk believes.
The statement came amid ongo...
Thu, 21 May 2026 14:43:00 +0300Kremlin Says Russia and China Move Closer to Power of Siberia 2 Deal
Russia and China have made significant progress in negotiations over the Power of Siberia 2 gas pipeline project, although the two countries have not yet finalized a full agreement, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said.
Russia and China Advance Power...
Thu, 21 May 2026 13:26:00 +0300Moscow Sends Nuclear Submarines to Sea for Strategic Deterrence Exercises
Russian nuclear-powered submarines have deployed to sea as part of strategic nuclear force exercises, according to a statement released by the Russian Defense Ministry and cited by RIA Novosti.
"Nuclear-powered submarines armed with ballistic missile...
Wed, 20 May 2026 19:25:00 +0300Chinese J-10C Fighters Defeat Eurofighters During Qatar Air Combat Drills
Chinese J-10C fighter jets reportedly secured a convincing victory over upgraded Eurofighter aircraft during military exercises held in Qatar, adding fresh pressure on the European fighter program amid declining support from key partner nations.
Euro...
Wed, 20 May 2026 19:12:00 +0300Putin Wraps Up Two-Day China Visit With New Strategic Partnership Deals
Russian President Vladimir Putin has completed his two-day visit to China. The trip focused on strengthening political cooperation and expanding the strategic partnership between Moscow and Beijing.
Putin Receives Ceremonial Farewell in China
At t...
Wed, 20 May 2026 16:59:00 +0300Video of Putin Taking off His Suit Jacket Goes Viral in China
A video capturing Russian President Vladimir Putin arriving in Beijing has attracted millions of views across Chinese social media platforms. The footage spread rapidly online during Putin's official visit to China for talks with Chinese President Xi...
Wed, 20 May 2026 15:39:00 +0300Russian General Warns Latvia Drone Launches Could Trigger World War III
If Latvia provides Ukraine with launch sites for drone attacks against Russian territory, it could trigger a third world war, honored Russian military pilot and Major General Vladimir Popov said.
Russian General Warns of Escalation Over Drone Launche...
Tue, 19 May 2026 21:50:00 +0300Washington Starts Playing New Greenland Game to Cut China from Arctic
Washington is reportedly seeking greater control over Greenland through a proposed agreement that would allow the United States to block Chinese investments in the island's strategic sectors.
According to diplomatic sources, the administration of US ...
Tue, 19 May 2026 20:16:00 +0300China Gives Putin Very Warm Ceremonial Welcome as Ilyushin Il-96 Lands in Beijing
China formally welcomed Russian President Vladimir Putin upon his arrival in Beijing for a two-day official visit focused on expanding strategic cooperation between the two countries.
Video footage published by The Associated Press showed Chinese For...
Tue, 19 May 2026 19:41:00 +0300Merkel’s Putin Remarks Seen as Bid for Political Comeback
Former German Chancellor Angela Merkel's recent statement warning European leaders against underestimating Russian President Vladimir Putin may reflect an attempt to restore her political relevance and return to the international agenda, political an...
Tue, 19 May 2026 18:11:00 +0300Ace in a Hole: Russia-Belarus Nuclear Drills Render Western Provocations Pointless
Russia and Belarus have launched joint military exercises designed to demonstrate readiness to respond to what Moscow describes as growing provocations from NATO near the союзного state's borders.
The exercises, taking place from May 19 to Ma...