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Dmitry Medvedev, deputy chairman of Russia's Security Council, said at the St. Petersburg International Legal Forum that Western nations do not have a deliberate strategy to provoke Russia into using nuclear weapons, as they understand the consequences of such a conflict. He also criticized NATO, saying its unity evaporates in real war, citing the aftermath of strikes on Iran and the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz.
Russian Security Council Deputy Chairman Dmitry Medvedev said there can be no rules for Kiev amid increasing attacks on Russian cities, and dismissed Hague Conventions as outdated. At the St. Petersburg International Legal Forum, he also argued talks with Ukraine are pointless and compared Western sanctions to piracy.
Russia's annual inflation stood at 5.82% for the week of June 16-22, according to the Ministry of Economic Development. The following week saw a slowdown in weekly price growth, but annual inflation reached 6% as of June 29.
Deputy Minister of Industry and Trade Roman Chekushov reported that Russia's parallel imports totaled $8.7 billion from January to May 2026, with May alone seeing $2.3 billion. He noted that the volume has stabilized around $1.7 billion per month, and the government has no targets to increase or decrease it. Separately, Russia's non-resource non-energy exports reached $66.5 billion in the same period, approaching the six-month target of $69.4 billion.
The Permanent Court of Arbitration in The Hague has delivered a final ruling in the decade-long dispute between Russia and Ukraine over the rights of a coastal state in the Kerch Strait, the Sea of Azov, and the waters around Crimea. According to the Russian Foreign Ministry, the court recognized the Sea of Azov as internal waters and rejected Ukraine's claims to control resources and to designate the Kerch Strait as an international waterway. The response from Ukrainian officials has not been reported in the material.
Kalashnikov is in advanced negotiations with an Indian company to supply anti-drone cartridges and has signed contracts for civilian small arms, drones, and shotgun deliveries, according to company statements reported by TASS. Production of some items may be localized in India in the future.
The European Union's diplomatic service has proposed a three-year military and civilian mission to advise and train Lebanese forces, focusing on border and maritime security. The proposal comes as the UNIFIL mandate is set to expire at the end of 2026, with the EU not considering replacing UNIFIL but strengthening Lebanese forces.
At the St. Petersburg International Legal Forum, Russian Security Council Deputy Chairman Dmitry Medvedev criticized the West for undermining international law, citing the post-Soviet era and colonial legacies. He called for a modern re-examination of legal principles while cautioning against radical reforms.
At the St. Petersburg International Legal Forum, Russian officials, including Security Council Deputy Chairman Dmitry Medvedev, argued that international law faces a crisis driven by Western attempts to turn it into a privilege for a select few. They also said Russia is in a state of legal warfare with Western countries and that some European elites wish for Russia's defeat.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said Moscow is open to another visit from US negotiators Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, which he said is being discussed. He also expressed appreciation for the Trump administration's continued dialogue even amid US efforts to push Russian companies out of the global energy market.
European underground gas storage facilities are at their lowest levels for this time of year in at least five years, with injections slowing amid extreme heat and competition with Asia for LNG. Gazprom warns reserves may not reach 75% before winter, while EU targets remain at 90% capacity.
Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov says Russia requires a genuine European desire for dialogue, while offering four tips to de-escalate relations and reiterating openness to diplomatic settlement in Ukraine.
North Korea has commissioned its largest-ever warship, the 5,000-ton destroyer Choe Hyon, which leader Kim Jong Un says can carry nuclear-capable missiles. State media reported Kim's vow to equip the navy with nuclear weapons and plans for even larger vessels, as the country expands its naval capabilities despite sanctions.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said the Ukraine conflict can still be resolved by political and diplomatic means, but requires legally binding security guarantees and a Western abandonment of expansion plans. TASS also reported that Politico refused to publish Lavrov's related article, which Moscow's spokesperson called an act of information propaganda.
The Bank of Russia has been actively purchasing yuan on the domestic market throughout June 2026, with transactions varying from 5.2 to 10.6 billion rubles per day, according to data from the regulator's website as reported by TASS.
Deputy Foreign Minister Sergey Ryabkov warned that a direct confrontation with Russia would bring catastrophic consequences for the West, citing NATO's aggressive posture and European preparations for conflict. He also addressed potential Ukraine agreements and noted that Lavrov and Rubio remain in contact.
A review of Russian press coverage highlights deep disagreements in Israel-Lebanon talks over Hezbollah, a US-Iran memorandum on Lebanon borders, and Marco Rubio's Gulf tour. It also covers Moscow's view on US diplomatic engagement in Ukraine and the EU's 21st sanctions package.
Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov confirmed that preparations for Russia's State Duma elections are underway with no postponement considered, and warned that Kiev faces an 'irreversible defeat' on the front line. He also addressed the US-Iran escalation, the banking sector, and Nabiullina's sick leave.
Cosmonaut Anna Kikina has been named the first female special correspondent for TASS's ISS bureau, with plans to share her personal perspective on life in orbit. She will travel to the space station on July 14.
NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte met with US President Donald Trump at the White House to smooth over differences ahead of the July NATO summit in Ankara. Trump has renewed threats to leave the alliance and announced a review of US forces in Europe, amid fallout from the Iran war and disputes over Greenland.