Russia

The US adds Russia to the list of countries singled out for "egregious violations of religious freedom"

Official stresses preventing situations from 'spiralling out of control'

Gen Carter says in an era of a ‘multipolar world’ bellicose nature of some politicians could lead to escalation

Over 41,000 more infected as authorities blame low level of vaccination for spike in cases, deaths

Samsonova helps country beat USA 2-1; Teichmann, Bencic set up 2-0 win for Swiss over Australia

France’s reign as women's tennis world champions ends after 2-1 defeat

Russia may need the army's help to build field hospitals for Covid-19 patients, says president

Russian Ambassador says unilateral sanctions on Taliban leaders would have to be addressed but perhaps not right away

Top diplomat terms it important to curb and control migration flows from Afghanistan

Russian President says West bears responsibility for Afghanistan

Kremlin says the group will be recognised when they also start fulfilling the expectations on an inclusive govt

Incident coincides with a visit to the region by the US secretary of defence

Russia, China and Pakistan are willing to provide aid to Afghanistan, says Russian foreign ministry

We look forward to engaging in forum going forward, but we're not in position to take part this week, says State Dept

Countries will try to work out a common position on the changing situation, says Putin's special representative

Russian president’s remarks come just one week before his country is due to host Taliban in Moscow

Moscow format comprising Pakistan, Afghanistan, China, Iran, India and others to deliberate on UN meet

The plane was a Let L-410 Turbolet, which is a twin-engine short-range transport aircraft

Beijing supports all international efforts conducive to promoting peace and stability in Afghanistan, says spox

Two countries agreed to set up two working groups, which will convene ahead of a third plenary meeting

Quoting reports, Moscow says both sides are sending troops to their common border

Nobody can interfere with what defence systems Ankara would buy, says Turkish president

Troops from all SCO member states are participating under extremely challenging environment, says ISPR

Imran says inclusivity to ensure peace after 40 years of conflict

Premier reaffirms resolve for early completion of bilateral gas pipeline project in phone call with Russian president

Troops used combat robots which are controlled remotely and armed with grenade launchers and a machine gun

Moscow looks to shore up its Central Asian ally that neighbours Afghanistan

RCCI stresses need for inking transit, preferential trade deals with CARs

Moscow has reinforced military base in Tajikistan, its forces are holding exercises near the border

Gen Bussiere says Beijing’s development of nuclear capabilities is against claim of 'minimum nuclear deterrent'

Russia says its intelligence services working round the clock to prevent any spillover onto territory of its allies

Both sides voice hope the scheme will strengthen bilateral relations

Moscow received new orders for arms and helicopters from Central Asian republics following the Taliban's takeover

Moscow wants to see how Taliban's control would translate into security situation, says Putin's spokesperson

British forces have evacuated 3,821 people from Kabul since August 13

Erdogan hopes Taliban will keep their promises with an ethnically inclusive approach

Russian FM Lavrov speaks with Chinese counterpart, discusses political coordination regarding situation in Afghanistan

Moscow pivoted to China in 2014 as its political ties with the West sank to post Cold-War lows

Tells Kabul, Taliban of going forward with peace talks amid war

FO spokesperson says Pakistan desires peaceful ties with all countries

Moscow and its Central Asian allies held military exercises as Taliban overran much of Afghanistan's territory

Taliban lack resources to take over major cities including Kabul, says senior official

Ties further slumps after US President Joe Biden said he believed ‘Russian President Vladimir Putin is a killer’

Tom Dean won gold and Duncan Scott the silver in the 200 freestyle while McKeown gave Australia more Olympic gold

Insurgent group became fed up with war and realise that there is a need for political solutions, says Kremlin envoy

Russia and Pakistan finally agree to build the Pak Stream Gas Pipeline, almost six years after discussions started.

Putin proposed Biden to use Tajikistan, Kyrgyzstan bases for information gathering, reports Kommersant newspaper

Since his Olympic debut in 2008, Kohei Uchimura had spearheaded his country to win the gold in three straight Games

Foreign ministers Qureshi, Lavrov meet on sidelines of SCO meeting in Tajikistan

US President Biden increased pressure on President Vladimir Putin on Friday