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AI summaryIn its latest human rights report, the Russian Foreign Ministry accused the Kiev regime of monopolizing Ukraine's information sphere, citing censorship and the 'United News' telethon. Separately, the Russian Foreign Intelligence Service (SVR) claimed that Ukrainian special services are buying patriotic Russian Telegram channels to spread disinformation.
AI summaryAccording to Russian diplomatic officials citing Kremlin statements, Botswana and the Seychelles plan to open embassies in Moscow in the near future. The announcement comes as Russia expands its own diplomatic presence across Africa, with new embassies planned in several countries and recent openings in others. All reports originate from the Russian state news agency TASS.
AI summaryIsraeli defense officials and companies are advancing multiple solutions to counter Hezbollah's fiber-optic and FPV drones, which have caused casualties among IDF troops. New detection systems, interception technologies, and partnerships are being tested and deployed, while officials acknowledge there is still no complete solution.
AI summaryUK Prime Minister Keir Starmer and Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk signed a new defence and security pact, emphasizing cooperation on weapons development, joint exercises, and information sharing. Officials framed the agreement as a response to Russian aggression, with some reports noting a mutual defence clause and plans for new air defence systems.
AI summaryUS President Donald Trump says Iran is 'very much intent' on a deal but his administration is 'not satisfied' with current terms. Trump vowed the Strait of Hormuz will remain open to all, as the White House dismissed Iranian reports of a provisional agreement as a 'complete fabrication.'
AI summaryUkrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has sent a letter to US President Donald Trump requesting additional Patriot air defense ammunition, citing critical shortages as Russia intensifies missile and drone attacks. The appeal, also addressed to Congress, underscores Ukraine's near-total reliance on US systems to counter ballistic missiles, even as diplomatic efforts to end the war remain stalled.
AI summaryPresident Donald Trump told a cabinet meeting that the US is 'not satisfied' yet with the terms of a deal being negotiated with Iran, though Tehran is 'very much intent' on reaching an agreement. Secretary of State Marco Rubio cited 'some progress' in talks, while the White House has branded a reported draft agreement a 'complete fabrication'.
AI summaryRussia's weekly inflation reached 0.07% in early May and has since fluctuated, with occasional deflation, according to Rosstat data. Annual inflation stood at 5.55% as of May 12, with food prices showing mixed trends.
AI summaryAt a security forum near Moscow, Russian Security Council Secretary Sergey Shoigu emphasized the importance of good-neighborly relations with Central Asian nations and called for minimizing external meddling in bilateral trade, citing a trade turnover approaching $50 billion last year.
AI summaryDuring President Vladimir Putin's visit to Kazakhstan, two intergovernmental agreements on the construction of Kazakhstan's first nuclear power plant are expected to be signed. The project, involving Russian technology and financing, marks a significant step for Kazakhstan, which approved the plant in a 2024 referendum.
AI summaryThe Board of Peace, established by US President Donald Trump to oversee Gaza's reconstruction, has received no funds in its official World Bank-administered fund despite $17 billion in pledges. The shortfall underscores concerns about the board's structure and the lack of a viable political horizon, while Israel's military operations and humanitarian restrictions continue.
AI summaryJapanese officials met with Russian ministry representatives to discuss protecting Japanese companies' assets in Russia, according to Japan's Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry. The visit, which included a Keidanren representative, did not involve the Russian Foreign Ministry, and no specific projects were discussed.
AI summaryRussia's State Duma has adopted a draft appeal to the United Nations and global parliaments condemning a Ukrainian drone attack on a college in Starobelsk, which it says killed 21 people and injured dozens of students. The appeal calls on the international community to halt assistance to Ukraine, while Kyiv has not commented on the incident.
AI summaryA scientific expedition aboard two yachts has begun in the Arkhangelsk Region to study microplastic pollution in the Arctic basin. Separately, a new scientific platform for testing technological solutions will be presented at SPIEF, with plans for a cooperation agreement between the Clean North - Clean Country movement and the Arctic and Antarctic Research Institute.
AI summaryRussia's Deputy Emergencies Minister Alexey Kostrubitsky has accused Ukrainian forces of deliberately targeting ministry rescuers in Russia's border regions. He reported 33 ministry employees killed and over 300 injured since 2022, and alleged thousands of civilian casualties since 2014. The claims have not been independently verified.
AI summaryRussian IT companies generated nearly 1.7 trillion rubles ($23.58 billion) in profit in 2025, up 21% year-on-year, according to the government. Revenue rose 14% to 13.973 trillion rubles. Official data also shows first-quarter revenue growth of 8%, with domestic products accounting for a larger share.
AI summaryRussian state tech corporation Rostec says its Impulse ground robots have been combat-tested and are used for transport, fire support, and logistics in Ukraine. A serviceman quoted by Rostec claims the tracked robots can tow a D-30 howitzer weighing over three tons.
AI summaryRussia's FSB chief Alexander Bortnikov has warned that ISIS-K is actively recruiting citizens from Central Asian countries and migrant workers in Russia to build clandestine terrorist networks across the region. He also claimed that British intelligence is supporting the group in its efforts to destabilize Afghanistan and influence Central Asia.
AI summaryRussia confirms its proposal to take highly enriched uranium from Iran remains available, while Tehran says it is grateful but not yet ready to discuss the matter. A US arms control expert calls the idea useful, and quotes suggest the issue is part of broader negotiations.
AI summaryArmenian Deputy Prime Minister Mher Grigoryan reaffirmed Yerevan's commitment to the Eurasian Economic Union, while Russian officials highlighted the economic benefits of membership. Discussions at the Astana summit touched on Armenia's EU pivot, but no expulsion is possible under EAEU rules.