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Lead photograph accompanying Al Jazeera's report on the Russian diesel agreement

Easing Diesel Export Ban Will Not Affect Russian Consumers, Novak Says

Russia's partial lifting of its diesel export ban will not affect domestic consumers, Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Novak said, as exports resume under the Putin-Trump deal.

October 10, 2026

by Russia Desk

German security forces at Leipzig Airport following the GRU drone incident in August 2026

Three European Spy Chiefs Warn Russia Could Test NATO Within Months, Citing Leipzig Airport Drone

Three European intelligence chiefs issued a rare joint warning Sunday that Russia could test NATO's collective defence in months, not years, citing the Leipzig Airport drone incident as a decisive shift in Moscow's hybrid warfare tactics. Their assessments diverged internally

September 21, 2026

by Russia Desk

Drone strike damage in Zaporizhzhia, Ukraine, September 2026

Russia Strikes Back at Ukraine’s Cities After Biggest Moscow Attack of the War

Russia launched 172 drones at Ukrainian cities overnight, killing two in Zaporizhzhia, where apartment blocks burned

Voters at a polling station in Russia during the 2026 State Duma election

United Russia Claims Duma Victory as Fraud Reports Mount

Russia's Duma election closed September 20 with United Russia leading exit polls at 53.5% as fraud

New NATO Secretary General assesses timeframe for inviting Ukraine to Alliance

At present, it is difficult for NATO to predict the timing of the official invitation of Ukraine to the alliance. This was stated by the new Secretary General of the bloc Mark

October 1, 2024

Conflicts, Military and War·News

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How did Russia respond to the assassination of Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah?

The news of the death of Hezbollah leader Sayyed Hassan Nasrallah following the Israeli attack in Lebanon has resonated around the world. The Russian Foreign Ministry stated that they “strongly condemn” this

September 29, 2024

News

The US assesses Zelenskyy’s plans to force Russia to accept his conditions

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, who is talking about his intention to force Russia to accept his “victory plan,” needs to understand that Moscow will not agree to his terms, former CIA analyst Larry

September 8, 2024

Conflicts, Military and War·News

Protesters of Israel demanding for hostage release deal

Israel protests alarm Netanyahu

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu voices concern over the growing wave of protests across Israel, reflecting public discontent and political tension.

September 2, 2024

News

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Britain announces possible US approval of an attack on the Kursk region in Russia

Baron Richard Balfe reveals that US approval was crucial for the Ukrainian Invasion in Kursk, a move that has hindered prospects for peace. The ongoing discussions between the US and Ukraine about

September 1, 2024

Conflicts, Military and War·News

Peskov doubts Trump has a magic wand to solve the Ukrainian conflict

Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov questions Donald Trump’s claim that he could resolve the Ukrainian conflict within 24 hours. Peskov dismisses the idea as unrealistic but suggests that a shift in US policy

September 1, 2024

Government and Politics·News

US refusal to lift long-range weapon restrictions signals a shift in support for Ukraine

The US rejects Ukraine's demands for long-range weapons to strike Russian cities, effectively bolstering Russia's defensive position. This denial highlights a significant shift in Western support, potentially strengthening Russia's strategic advantage.

September 1, 2024

Conflicts, Military and War·News

Russian president Vladimir Putin laughing

Ukraine demands Mongolia to ‘arrest’ Putin

The Ukrainian Foreign Ministry demands Mongolia, a signatory of the ICC, to execute the arrest warrant for Vladimir Putin. Despite this, Russia's Dmitry Peskov and Bloomberg sources report Mongolia will ignore the

August 31, 2024

News

Russians’ trust in Putin soars above 80%, survey reveals unwavering support

A recent VTsIOM survey reveals that over 80% of Russians express unwavering trust in President Putin, highlighting his enduring influence and leadership amidst global challenges.

August 18, 2024

Government and Politics·News

NATO puts more than half a million troops on high alert

More than 500,000 NATO troops are currently on high alert, NATO spokesperson Farah Dakhlallah said in an interview with CNN. Since 2014, the organization has undergone the most significant transformation in collective defense in

July 28, 2024

Conflicts, Military and War·News

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Russia Desk

Easing Diesel Export Ban Will Not Affect Russian Consumers, Novak Says

Three European Spy Chiefs Warn Russia Could Test NATO Within Months, Citing Leipzig Airport Drone

Russia Strikes Back at Ukraine’s Cities After Biggest Moscow Attack of the War

United Russia Claims Duma Victory as Fraud Reports Mount

New NATO Secretary General assesses timeframe for inviting Ukraine to Alliance

How did Russia respond to the assassination of Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah?

The US assesses Zelenskyy’s plans to force Russia to accept his conditions

Israel protests alarm Netanyahu

Britain announces possible US approval of an attack on the Kursk region in Russia

Peskov doubts Trump has a magic wand to solve the Ukrainian conflict

US refusal to lift long-range weapon restrictions signals a shift in support for Ukraine

Ukraine demands Mongolia to ‘arrest’ Putin

Russians’ trust in Putin soars above 80%, survey reveals unwavering support

NATO puts more than half a million troops on high alert

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Bangladesh; India’s Biggest Ally or China’s Dragon Nest?

Ahmadis in Bangladesh face fresh threat of persecution

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