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Protests against the dismissal of Ukraine's Defense Minister Mikhail Fyodorov have spread to at least 12 cities, with demonstrators calling for his reinstatement and the removal of Commander-in-Chief Alexander Syrsky. Tensions between Fyodorov and military leaders reportedly influenced his removal, and President Zelensky has offered Fyodorov a new government post.
On the 70th anniversary of Russia-Nepal diplomatic relations, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov and Nepalese Foreign Minister Shisir Khanal exchanged congratulatory telegrams, reaffirming commitment to strengthening bilateral cooperation. Russian Ambassador Alexey Surovtsev highlighted potential in hydropower and agriculture, while both sides emphasized historical friendship and mutual respect.
Russia has declared two Italian diplomats persona non grata and ordered them to leave within three days, in what Moscow describes as a reciprocal response to Italy's expulsion of two Russian military attachés. The move follows Italy's arrest of two suspects on espionage charges and has drawn sharp criticism from Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani.
Iranian Interior Minister Eskandar Momeni has arrived in Islamabad for an official visit, holding meetings with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, Chief of Defence Forces Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir, and Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi. The discussions focus on bilateral cooperation, regional security, and the ongoing US-Iran conflict, with Pakistan continuing its mediation efforts.
A NATO Bombardier Challenger 650 Artemis II reconnaissance aircraft has been repeatedly detected over neutral waters in the southern Black Sea, flying from west to east and back without entering any country's airspace, according to a source in EU air traffic control circles. The aircraft, operating from Constanta, Romania, has been observed on multiple occasions over the past month, including a recent unusually short flight.
Russian President Vladimir Putin has extended visa-free entry for Chinese citizens until December 31, 2027, a decree published on the legal information portal confirmed. The move, reciprocated by China, is expected to boost tourism in both directions, with industry forecasts projecting significant growth in visitor numbers.
Russian Ambassador to Skopje Dmitry Zykov confirmed to TASS that North Macedonia joined the 'Coalition of the Willing' at a Paris meeting on July 13. He criticized the move, while Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov called the group 'warmongers' who seek a continuation of war. Russia says it remains open to diplomatic settlement of the Ukraine crisis.
Zaporozhye Region governor Yevgeny Balitsky said the situation in Energodar, home to Europe's largest nuclear power plant, is difficult but controlled amid Ukrainian attacks. Rosatom CEO Alexey Likhachev reported 15 deaths and 51 injuries since April 27, including a recent drone strike on a residential building.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov met with North Korean Foreign Minister Choe Son Hui in Moscow, following her official visit and a Kremlin reception by President Vladimir Putin. Lavrov highlighted ongoing implementation of 2024 summit decisions and discussed ways to boost bilateral cooperation.
A Ukrainian drone attack on the Moscow Region killed one civilian and injured at least 37 others, according to regional governor Andrey Vorobyov. Among the wounded were a child and a Chinese national, with eight people reported in serious condition.
On the first day of resumed morning trading, Russia's MOEX Index fell, with reports showing declines at the opening and during the main session, alongside a drop in the RTS Index. The Moscow Exchange reinstated its morning session on January 27, 2025, after a hiatus.
China's imports of Russian crude oil rose 16.7% year-on-year to 57.28 million metric tons in the first half of 2026, according to data from the General Administration of Customs of China. Imports of LNG, fertilizers, and metals also increased, while Chinese exports of cars, electronics, and other goods to Russia saw significant growth.
Russian presidential envoy Boris Titov met with US Mission to the UN leadership for businesslike talks on global development after the SDGs. He also held meetings with UN officials, saying Russia's position on reforming the goals resonates within the UN.
Moscow Mayor Sergey Sobyanin reported that more than 400 drones were detected heading toward the Moscow Region overnight on July 19-20, with 85 shot down near the capital. Two people were injured, and damage was reported in several districts. Similar drone activity continued on subsequent days, with over 250 drones intercepted on July 24 and 184 on August 4.
Explosions have been reported in several Iranian cities, including Bushehr, Bandar Abbas, and Jask, according to Iranian news agencies cited by TASS. The reports have been linked to US-Israeli strikes on Iran, though specific details remain limited.
Moscow Mayor Sergey Sobyanin reported that Russian air defenses destroyed multiple waves of drones approaching the capital, with emergency services responding to debris sites. The total number of unmanned aerial vehicles shot down since the start of the day varies across the mayor's statements.
Russian Defense Ministry reports multiple strikes on vessels near Odessa and other Ukrainian ports, including a bulk carrier hit by a Geran-4 drone. TASS, citing ministry data, says over 80 ships involved in military cargo deliveries have been struck.
Two earthquakes struck Peru's Junin region on Saturday night, killing at least six people and injuring 21, according to officials. Hundreds of homes were damaged or destroyed, and around 300 people are being provided with tents.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov and RDIF CEO Kirill Dmitriev have separately commented on the European economy, with Lavrov describing it as in a 'dire state' and Dmitriev attributing the crisis to anti-Russian sanctions and uncontrolled immigration. Dmitriev also claimed EU sanctions have cost member states over €3 trillion.
Russian air defense systems intercepted and destroyed 144 Ukrainian drones over several regions and the Black Sea, according to the Russian Defense Ministry. Additional reports mention an attack on a tanker in the Azov-Black Sea canal and strikes on Ukrainian naval vessels. The figures vary across different statements, with some reporting 140, 161, and 178 drones destroyed.