Location · 1011 published stories · 199 outlets · All places
Former Moldovan President Igor Dodon, speaking at the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum, said Russia's share in Moldova's trade balance has dropped from 20-30% to 2%, attributing economic stagnation, high inflation, and emigration to severed ties with Russia. He also claimed Moldova loses about 1 billion euros annually, totaling 5 billion since 2021.
The Trump administration has proposed tariffs of 10-12.5% on imports from 60 countries, including Australia, India, the UK and the EU, over alleged failures to tackle forced labour. The move follows a Section 301 investigation and has drawn sharp responses from trading partners, while analysts see it as a way to bypass recent Supreme Court limits on tariff powers.
The Russian Direct Investment Fund (RDIF) plans to sign seven agreements with Global South countries in IT, agriculture, and other sectors during the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum. RDIF CEO Kirill Dmitriev also announced a new partnership with Saudi Arabia's Lamar Arabia Holding for infrastructure and energy projects.
The 29th St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF) opened in Russia, with organizers highlighting Russia's openness to dialogue and reporting cautious optimism among Western investors, including the first US delegation in a decade. The forum features a packed program and Saudi Arabia as guest country.
United Aircraft Corporation (UAC) is finalizing production of its first batch of civilian aircraft, with Tu-214 deliveries underway and the Il-114-300 set to debut at the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum. The company also plans to increase the MC-21's flight range to 4,000 km and expects to sign a contract with Aeroflot for 90 MC-21 jets this year.
Russian presidential aide Yury Ushakov said some 20,000 people from over 100 countries will participate in this week's St Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF), running June 3-6 under the theme 'Pragmatic Dialogue: the Path to a Stable Future.' The event, with Saudi Arabia as guest country, also brings a US representative named by President Donald Trump, while Al Jazeera reported the gathering is a Kremlin showcase for Global South ties amid the war in Ukraine.
United Aircraft Corporation (UAC) expects to post a profit in 2026 and in the coming years, after stopping losses in 2025. The company is also eyeing Asian markets, with Indian airlines showing demand for up to 200 aircraft, and considering private investment.
United Aircraft Corporation CEO Vadim Badekha said Russian-made aircraft could account for 50% to 100% of Russia’s fleet, citing reliability and export opportunities amid a global aircraft shortage. He also detailed progress on certifying new import-substituted models like the MC-21 and SJ-100.
Russian Natural Resources Minister Alexander Kozlov said the country expects to produce 480-500 tons of gold and 2,800-3,000 tons of silver this year, according to TASS. He also outlined Russia's rare earth reserves, ranking the country seventh globally, and highlighted its capacity to meet domestic and export demand.
Israeli officials and a former prime minister have criticized Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's decision to cancel a strike on Beirut, reportedly at the urging of US President Donald Trump. A poll shows most Israelis oppose allowing Trump to dictate military actions, while political blocs shift in the Knesset.
The US and Iran are engaged in a tense standoff, with talks continuing despite ongoing military clashes and a fragile ceasefire. While Washington pressures Tehran with threats and shows of force, Iran demands sanctions relief as a precondition for serious negotiations, leaving the region and global oil markets on edge.
Iranian officials say Israeli attacks on Hezbollah targets in Lebanon threaten a ceasefire with the United States that took effect in April, with state media reporting a halt to talks even as other Iranian channels say dialogue will continue. Fighting between Israel and Hezbollah has intensified, while Beirut and Tehran trade sharp words over Lebanon’s place in the wider diplomacy.
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.
A BBC Verify analysis of satellite images and videos reveals that Iran has damaged at least 20 US military sites across eight Middle Eastern countries since the conflict began in February. The findings challenge official US assertions of Iranian military weakness, while President Trump claims US strikes have destroyed 55% of Iran's restored capabilities.
US Special Envoy for Syria Tom Barrack is stepping down as his formal mandate expires, but Secretary of State Marco Rubio says he will continue playing a leading role for the Trump administration in Syria and Iraq. Barrack's tenure was marked by efforts to ease sanctions and engage with the post-Assad government, but also drew criticism over his approach to Kurdish allies and alleged Gulf influence.
Reports on US-Iran negotiations present conflicting pictures: some sources indicate a possible agreement to extend a ceasefire and reopen the Strait of Hormuz, while others highlight ongoing disagreements and skepticism from Tehran. The deal, if reached, would be a memorandum of understanding, with final approval pending from President Trump.
Around 1.7 million pilgrims participated in the Hajj in Mecca, performing the symbolic stoning of the devil at Mina amid temperatures above 40°C. The final days of the pilgrimage coincided with Eid al-Adha, the feast of sacrifice.
New analysis by the World Weather Attribution group warns that global heating has fundamentally altered Mecca's climate, making the hajj pilgrimage increasingly hazardous. With temperatures of 40°C now common in May, researchers project dangerous heat nearly year-round by century's end unless fossil fuel use is rapidly reduced. Saudi authorities have introduced heat mitigation measures, but experts say more is needed.
As defending champions Argentina prepare for their 2026 World Cup opener against Algeria, Lionel Messi is set to make history with a record sixth World Cup appearance. The team, carrying 17 players from their 2022 triumph, aims to become the first side since Brazil in 1962 to win consecutive titles.
Ethiopia prepares for its seventh national election on June 1, 2026, with over 50 million registered voters and 10,400 candidates. The vote unfolds amid heightened geopolitical competition in the Horn of Africa, tensions with Egypt over the Nile, and accusations between Sudan and the UAE involving Ethiopian territory.