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Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov resolutely denied accusations of Russian interference in US elections, citing prior investigations that found no influence. A US lawmaker echoed that claims of collusion were part of a political campaign, pointing to declassified documents that disproved them.
Russian and LPR officials accuse Kiev of a premeditated drone strike that killed Zaporozhye NPP chief engineer Alexander Yakovlev, with claims of NATO involvement and criticism of IAEA's response.
Protests over Ukraine's dismissal of Defense Minister have spread from the capital to at least three other cities, with crowds chanting "Shame!" and demanding his reinstatement, as TASS and the Financial Times report differing opinions rift in the military leadership and parliamentary majority.
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un met with Wang Huning, China's top political adviser, in Pyongyang, where both sides pledged to deepen bilateral ties and commemorate the 65th anniversary of their friendship treaty. The visit underscores China's efforts to reinforce its influence over North Korea amid the latter's growing ties with Russia.
Russian officials have accused the West of complicity in terrorist acts committed by the Kiev regime, describing them as a joint crime. The accusations come from UN envoy Anna Yevstigneyeva, Foreign Ministry officials, and spokesperson Maria Zakharova.
Russian officials have accused the European Union of becoming a distributor of military orders for Ukraine, while downplaying planned Coalition of the Willing exercises in Poland as symbolic. The statements come amid heightened tensions over Western support for Ukraine.
The US Senate has no deadline for considering a bill that would impose secondary tariffs on countries buying Russian oil and gas. President Trump has signaled openness to signing it, despite not fully endorsing all provisions. The bill, originally proposing 500% tariffs, has been revised to 100% for the five largest buyers.
Russian Foreign Ministry Spokeswoman Maria Zakharova said more European countries are publicly acknowledging they cannot maintain Brussels' course of unlimited assistance to Kyiv, and accused EU leadership of using summits as a lever of coercion. Her comments came in response to recent Ukraine-related regional summits.
Russia has expressed serious concern over South Korea's deepening military cooperation with NATO, calling it unacceptable for Seoul to become a de facto participant in the alliance's rearmament efforts. The statement follows a meeting between Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Andrey Rudenko and South Korean Ambassador Lee Seok Bae, while Seoul maintains that technological integration with NATO will not damage relations with Moscow.
Turkey's Defense Ministry says work on the S-400 systems is ongoing but offers no specifics. Reports of a possible resale to a Persian Gulf country remain unconfirmed, while Moscow and Ankara maintain expert-level contacts.
Military expert Alexander Stepanov of RANEPA tells TASS that Ukraine will factually head a NATO proxy alliance for sharing drone combat experience, while Western countries create an illusion of NATO membership to push Kyiv against Russia.
Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelensky has decided to replace Defense Minister Mikhail Fyodorov with Interior Minister Igor Klimenko, according to a Ukrainian parliamentarian. A Russian expert suggests the dismissal stems from bureaucratic conflicts and a struggle over Western financial flows, though the official reason remains unclear.
Russian and Chinese officials and analysts have marked the 25th anniversary of the Treaty of Good-Neighborliness, Friendship and Cooperation, emphasizing shared visions for a multipolar world and record trade growth. Russian Ambassador to China Igor Morgulov highlighted that bilateral trade could soon reach $300 billion annually, with figures showing a 25.6% increase in the first half of 2026.
Ukraine's Verkhovna Rada has approved a new Cabinet, appointing 16 ministers and Sergey Koretsky as prime minister, following the dismissal of Yulia Sviridenko. The appointments exclude the defense and foreign ministers, whose nominations await President Zelensky.
Deputy Secretary of Russia's Security Council Yury Kokov has criticized European Union leaders for prioritizing defense industry interests over citizens' welfare, referencing NATO's increased defense spending and planned aid to Ukraine. He also accused European leaders of betraying their peoples and engaging in actions against disloyal states.
The CEO of Russia's National Payment Card System said Visa and Mastercard cards are effectively absent from the Russian market, offering no value due to lack of international functionality. Meanwhile, the Bank of Russia says it has set no deadline for their withdrawal, with their share now around 17%.
In May 2026, the EU paid the highest amount for Russian pipeline gas and LNG in nearly a year and a half, totaling 1.5 billion euros, according to Eurostat data. France, Spain, and Belgium were among the largest buyers, while overall purchases in the first five months fell by 10%.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov met with Guinea-Bissau's Foreign Minister Fatumata Jau in Moscow, where he reaffirmed Russia's support for normalizing relations between ECOWAS and several West African nations, including Guinea-Bissau. Lavrov also highlighted the historical bonds between the two countries and expressed readiness to boost cooperation in a multipolar world.
Uganda has discharged its last Ebola patient, beginning a 42-day countdown to being declared Ebola-free. The outbreak infected 20 people and killed two. Meanwhile, the DRC continues to battle a larger, evolving outbreak, and Uganda is lobbying for the lifting of travel restrictions.
Ukraine's Verkhovna Rada has appointed businessman Sergey Koretsky as prime minister with 289 votes, following the dismissal of Yulia Sviridenko. The reshuffle, initiated by President Zelensky, has triggered widespread protests and uncertainty over cabinet appointments.