Russia

Investments seek to modernise struggling sector as govt works on upgrade projects

Taliban say four survivors were now with Taliban administration officials 

With three key regional players working behind scenes, Tehran indicates it is ready to lower tensions too

Russian FM spokeswoman says new treaty would consolidate the strategic partnership between Moscow and Tehran

Russia currently controls 17.5% of the territory of Ukraine

Ukraine suffers a large Russian missile attack; air defenses down only a small proportion

The cooperation is seen as strategic and aligns with both countries' interests

Says no third party should restrict economic cooperation

New deal will eliminate customs duties on almost 90% of goods

Ukrainian forces claim to down 3 Russian Su-34s on southern front likely using Patriot missiles; Russia remains silent

'Russia has no reason, no interest-no geopolitical interest, neither economic, political nor military to fight': Putin

Great powers are determined largely on basis of their military capability, says Mearsheimer

Egg prices have risen more than 40% so far this year

Ukrainian President Zelenskiy appeals for US military support against Russia; sceptical Republican reception likely

Russian President Putin meets Saudi Crown Prince, discussing oil, Gaza, and Ukraine amid falling oil prices

Russia warns of rising risk of nuclear war, and relations with US sink into deep freeze

Brent crude futures were up $2.07, or 2.6%, at $82.05 a barrel by 1801 GMT

Iran completes arrangements for Russian Sukhoi Su-35 fighter jets, Mi-28 attack helicopters, and Yak-130 jet trainers

Moscow reluctant to agree on $60 price cap; delegation arriving for talks

Putin cautioned that some Western online search systems and models ignored or cancelled Russian language and culture

Both sides resolve to work together in combating the financing of terrorism, in other key areas of counterterrorism

Russia loads missile with nuclear-capable glide vehicle 'Avengard' into silo, responding to US weapons development

Gaza crisis demonstrates that the world order is not just and is tilted in favour of the West

UBS strategist says supply cuts can go on until Q1 of 2024

'NATO countries promoting arms race in region; increasing military presence and frequency, scale of military drills'

Hamas delegation visits Moscow for talks on releasing foreign hostages in Gaza amid the Israel-Hamas conflict

Also inks agreement for refinery expansion with China’s UEG that will invest $1.5b

Govt allows refineries to enter into direct commercial contracts with Russian firms

Putin visits China, defying ICC warrant amid Ukraine war, showcasing partnership at Belt and Road forum

PM Netanyahu has been bombing Gaza for over a week following a surprise attack by Hamas on Israel

UN Security Council to vote on Russia and Brazil's draft resolutions on Israel-Gaza, focusing on humanitarian aspects

Russian President Putin to meet China's Xi at the Belt and Road Forum to bolster partnership amid competition with US

World Athletics chief Coe endorses move after ROC violates integrity of Ukraine’s membership

'In fact, one-fifth of this village has died in a single terrorist attack,' says regional Governor Oleh Synehubov

Russo-Ukrainian conflict has taken a toll on food and energy supplies

Following Moscow format meeting on Afghanistan, Russian envoy Zamir Kabulov says region expects change in country

Putin, Raisi emphasize importance of resolving issues by peaceful, political and diplomatic means

Moscow Format is scheduled to take place in Kazan on Sept 29

US imposes trade restrictions on Chinese and Russian firms over drone component supply for Russia's Ukraine war effort

Meeting in Kazan to focus on political, economic issues, says Kabul

Officials said at least 18 people were wounded in the air strikes, including a nine-year-old girl

FO spokesperson says envoys free to meet with govt officials, visit any city

'We were able to prevent the West's attempts to 'Ukrainize' the summit agenda' says Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov

Elon Musk refused Ukrainian request to activate Starlink in Crimea due to fear of complicity in war

The hardened stance on the war has prevented agreement on even a single communique during India's presidency this year

According to importers, 4 lakh tonnes of wheat have been purchased so far

Russia's Investigative Committee says identities of all 10 dead have been established

Many observers claim that the most important bilateral relationship in the world today is the US-China relationship

Iran to continue drone sales despite US pressure; Russia denies use of Iranian drones in Ukraine conflict

'Neither the plane itself nor its passengers are related to Wagner and never have been' says operator Jetica LLC