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Russia's Federal Security Service (FSB) announced the discovery of a large-scale operation by foreign intelligence services to install spyware on the phones of high-ranking Russian officials, enabling wiretapping and data collection. The FSB said a criminal probe is underway, while a retired FSB general warned of the capabilities of Western special services to access smartphones.
The Bank of Russia set the official dollar rate at 71.5532 rubles for June 2, up 53.08 kopecks from the previous figure. The euro rate rose by 3.61 rubles to 86.2499 rubles, while the yuan rate was set at 10.5762 rubles, according to TASS.
Russia's Defense Ministry reported that air defense forces shot down 33 Ukrainian drones over several regions within a 12-hour period on Monday, following similar announcements of 82 on Wednesday and 19 on Thursday, and 124 over six hours the following Monday. The reports, all from TASS, show a pattern of repeated drone incursions and Russian interception claims.
Maritime security experts and Russian officials have reported renewed Ukrainian attacks on civilian vessels in the Black Sea, including tankers within Turkey's exclusive economic zone. Ambrey warns of elevated threats to merchant shipping through the summer, while Moscow condemns the strikes as terrorist acts and calls for international response.
Russian Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Novak said datacenter installed capacity will rise from 1.8 GW to 4.3 GW by 2030, with Moscow region dominating. Globally, datacenter power consumption could reach 110 GW by 2030, while Russian-connected capacity stands at 4.2 GW.
Russia has promised a response after Romania closed its consulate in Constanta and declared the consul general persona non grata, following a drone incident in Galati that Bucharest blamed on Moscow. The Russian Foreign Ministry also accused Western media of hyping the incident to distract from Ukrainian actions.
Aleksandar Vulin, Serbia's former deputy prime minister, expressed doubts about Europe's sincerity in seeking dialogue with Russia, suggesting that direct talks with Russian officials would be more appropriate than using a mediator. He also criticized European leaders for forgetting the horrors of World War II, citing German Chancellor Friedrich Merz's recent remarks about preparing for conflict with Russia by 2030.
Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Georgy Borisenko accused the US and Israel of trying to involve Arab countries in a military confrontation with Iran to derail Arab-Iranian normalization. He also criticized a visit by Vladimir Zelensky to the Middle East, saying it would bring no positive results.
Russia's central bank says the national financial system remains stable, citing lower bad-loan ratios and the easing of its key rate from a peak of 21%. While vulnerabilities persist, the regulator attributes some rise in bad debts to new debt-relief services and a simplified bankruptcy process for individuals.
Russian officials have accused Ukraine of nuclear terrorism following a series of drone and artillery strikes on the Zaporozhye Nuclear Power Plant, warning of a potential radiation catastrophe across Europe. The claims, reported by TASS, include assertions that Western support has enabled the attacks and that the international community has failed to respond adequately.
Russia's Rosatom claimed a Ukrainian drone struck the turbine hall of the Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant, but Ukraine denied it as a 'propaganda ploy.' No radiation was released, and IAEA experts confirmed damage. The incident underscores tensions over Europe's largest nuclear facility.
Russian President Vladimir Putin and Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan held a phone conversation to discuss the results of the recent Supreme Eurasian Economic Council meeting in Astana. Putin extended birthday greetings to Pashinyan, who thanked him for his balanced position on contentious issues. The leaders agreed to continue dialogue in a future in-person meeting.
NATO's Ramstein Flag 2026 air exercise kicked off June 8 across Finland, Norway, Sweden, and Denmark, with 19 members and over 150 aircraft participating. Russian officials and experts have framed the drills as a threat and preparation for a rapid operation against Russia, though NATO has not publicly detailed specific objectives.
Five patients have recovered from Ebola in the Democratic Republic of Congo, offering hope amid an outbreak of the rare Bundibugyo strain. Meanwhile, suspected cases have been reported in Brazil and Italy, and the Africa CDC says a vaccine could be ready by the end of 2026.
The director of the Zaporozhye Nuclear Power Plant has warned that continued Ukrainian strikes on the facility and nearby Energodar could lead to long-term radiation consequences. He also stated that only Russia's victory can guarantee the plant's security, while Russia has rejected proposals for joint management.
Ukraine's military denied Moscow's claim that a Ukrainian drone struck the Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant, while confirming overnight strikes on Russian oil facilities, including the Saratov refinery and a pumping station in the Kirov region. Russian officials reported civilian casualties and fires at fuel depots.
Russian Natural Resources Minister Alexander Kozlov said over 7,000 Russian tourists visited North Korea last year, and that demand for air travel between the two countries is growing. He cited interest in culture and recreational options, and noted that flights to Pyongyang began in July 2025. The remarks were made ahead of the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum.
Japan has received another shipment of Russian oil from the Sakhalin-2 project as it seeks to diversify energy sources amid Middle East disruptions. The delivery, involving tanker Voyager, comes despite Japan's formal ban on Russian oil imports, with purchases tied to LNG contracts. A Japanese lawmaker has also suggested deeper energy cooperation with Russia could be beneficial.
North Korea's spy chief Ri Chang-dae met with Russian Security Council Secretary Sergei Shoigu in Moscow, discussing bilateral security and intelligence cooperation. The meeting comes as Pyongyang and Moscow affirm shared strategic positions, and amid reports of Kim Jong-un's visits to a nuclear material production facility and China's Xi Jinping planning a visit to North Korea.
The International Atomic Energy Agency has requested access to examine a turbine building at the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant after a reported drone strike. Russia accuses Ukraine of deliberately attacking the plant, while Ukraine denies involvement. The incident has raised renewed concerns over nuclear safety amid ongoing hostilities.