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Russian President's special envoy Boris Titov said the delay in signing the Power of Siberia 2 gas pipeline deal is due to logistical issues, not price disputes, and that a solution is imminent. He also said payments between Russia and China have been resolved through clearing platforms.
US President Donald Trump will attend the G7 summit in Evian, France, from June 15-17, where he will join a working session with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, though no bilateral meeting is planned. French President Emmanuel Macron is expected to host Trump for a private dinner at the Palace of Versailles, and Zelensky says he expects a separate meeting on Wednesday.
The Russian Defense Ministry reported that Aerospace Forces destroyed Ukrainian army deployment sites and drone control points in the Donetsk People's Republic using FAB series glide bombs, targeting specific brigades and locations.
Russian President Vladimir Putin stated that Russian troops retain the strategic initiative and are advancing along the front line, according to TASS. He said Ukrainian attacks on civilian targets cannot alter the situation and that Russian forces are liberating settlements one after another.
Russia's Defense Ministry reported that its forces struck Ukrainian energy, transport, and military infrastructure over the past 24 hours. The ministry also released varying figures for Ukrainian troop losses and intercepted drones and rockets. These reports come from TASS, the Russian state news agency.
A French court has sentenced six Georgian nationals to up to seven years in prison for the theft of rare Russian literary works from libraries in Paris and Lyon. The trial, which concluded on Saturday, saw the defendants found guilty of criminal conspiracy, with some also convicted of theft of cultural objects. The case is part of a broader investigation into a suspected organised network targeting libraries across Europe.
Milorad Dodik, leader of Bosnia’s Republika Srpska, said the EU is trying to turn itself into a military alliance to pressure Russia, praised President Putin for avoiding mass civilian casualties, and blamed Kiev for a deadly strike on a college. His comments, carried by TASS, come amid ongoing Western sanctions and the Ukraine conflict.
Moscow Mayor Sergey Sobyanin has reported repeated interceptions of drones approaching the Russian capital, with varying totals given across different statements. The defense ministry's air defense systems have been credited with downing the unmanned aerial vehicles.
Brent crude futures dropped below $86 per barrel on June 12, marking the first time since March 10, according to TASS. The price later pared losses, trading at $86.27 per barrel, down 4.55%.
At a Russia Day reception in Ottawa, Ambassador Oleg Stepanov reaffirmed Moscow's opposition to neocolonialism and unilateral sanctions, framing current global shifts as favorable to Russia. He also expressed solidarity with Cuba and emphasized Russia's role in energy and food security.
North Korean leader Kim Jong-un sent a congratulatory letter to Russian President Vladimir Putin on Russia Day, reaffirming unwavering support for Moscow's policies and highlighting the deepening alliance under their comprehensive strategic partnership treaty. The treaty, signed in June 2024, has led to military cooperation, including the deployment of North Korean troops to support Russia in Ukraine, and the countries continue to strengthen bilateral ties.
US President Donald Trump cancelled planned strikes on Iran, citing that negotiations had reached the highest levels of Iranian leadership and that final points of a deal were approved by all parties. The announcement came amid reports of Qatari mediation and expectations of a signing in Europe. Regional reactions and details of the proposed agreement continue to emerge.
The Bank of Russia reported a drop in the current account surplus to $20.1 billion for January-April 2026, down from $21 billion a year earlier. The April surplus rose to $6.7 billion, driven by a higher trade balance surplus and reduced income deficits, while the services balance deficit widened due to increased spending by Russians abroad.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov met with African Union Commissioner Bankole Adeoye in Moscow, expressing Russia's readiness to help African nations develop industrial production and achieve full sovereignty. The talks also focused on the upcoming third Russia-Africa summit scheduled for October.
The International Chess Federation (FIDE) has temporarily suspended Russia's membership after the country failed to comply with a Court of Arbitration for Sport ruling to cease chess activities in five occupied regions of Ukraine. The suspension allows Russian players to compete under FIDE's flag, though the Russian Chess Federation has indicated it may challenge the decision.
OPEC+ nations implementing voluntary oil output cuts produced 21.717 million bpd in May 2026, missing their target by 7.646 million bpd, according to OPEC data. Separate IEA figures indicate a larger shortfall of about 9.44 million bpd for all OPEC+ countries, with Kazakhstan the only major producer above its quota.
Russian President Vladimir Putin convened a Security Council meeting to discuss security measures ahead of the parliamentary elections scheduled for September. He also signed a decree setting the election date for September 20, marking the first time residents of Donbass and Novorossiya will participate in federal parliamentary elections.
During talks in Moscow, Bahrain's Foreign Minister expressed appreciation for coordination with Russia on international platforms and support for political-diplomatic solutions to crises. Russia's Foreign Minister revealed an updated concept for Persian Gulf security, emphasizing unity between Arabs and Iranians, which has been sent to regional capitals.
Russia has restored access to the gaming platform Roblox after tens of thousands of complaints from children and parents, and after the company promised to implement child-safety measures and comply with Russian law. The ban, imposed in December 2025 over accusations of extremist content and LGBT propaganda, was lifted in June 2026.
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has called on Europe to pursue pragmatic dialogue with Moscow and proposed a single EU negotiator for Ukraine talks. Italy's ruling majority also backed a resolution supporting gradual sanctions relief after the conflict ends.