Russia
State Department to dismiss human rights criticism of Israel, Russia, El Salvador – report
The 2025 report struck out all references to crimes against members of the LGBTQ+ community, including noted government abuses.
Russian, Chinese navies to conduct joint patrols in Asia-Pacific, Interfax reports
Russia protests to Israel over alleged attack on diplomatic vehicle
Russian drone strike on Ukrainian rail hub Lozova leaves two dead
Zelensky says 'mercenaries' from China, Pakistan and other countries fighting for Russia
Zelensky has previously accused Moscow of recruiting Chinese fighters for its war effort against Ukraine, charges Beijing denied.
July quake appears to have damaged Russian nuclear sub base, NY Times reports
Photos captured by Planet Labs show damage to a floating pier at the Pybachiy submarine base on the Kamchatka Peninsula.
Ukraine claims it hacked Russia's nuclear submarine, leaks classified data
Ukrainian hackers gained access to a wide range of classified materials related to the submarine, including detailed technical documentation, combat instructions, and engineering reports.
Russian and Chinese navies carry out artillery and anti-submarine drills in Sea of Japan
Russian and Chinese sailors would conduct artillery firing, practise anti-submarine and air defence missions, and improve joint search and rescue operations at sea.
Chinese engines, shipped as 'cooling units,' power Russian drones used in Ukraine
The long-range drone is being deployed to attack civilian and military targets deep within Ukrainian territory, with around 500 being used by Russia per month.
Trump says Witkoff may travel to Russia, threatens sanctions if deal not reached
"There'll be sanctions, but they seem to be pretty good at avoiding sanctions," Trump told reporters.
First time in 600 years: Russia's Krasheninnikov Volcano erupts in Russia's far-east
Russian scientists and state media said that the eruption may have been triggered by the massive earthquake in the region last week.
Trump orders nuclear submarines to move near Russia in response to Medvedev threats
"I have ordered two Nuclear Submarines to be positioned in the appropriate regions, just in case these foolish and inflammatory statements are more than just that," Trump said.
Israel condemns Russia's deadly drone, missile barrage on Kyiv neighborhood
Russia's sweeping Russian drone and missile attack on a Kyiv neighborhood killed 28 Ukrainians, including three children, and wounded over 150.
Russia's Putin meets Syrian FM in Moscow, Sharaa invited to Russia-Arab summit
Lavrov thanked Syrian authorities for ensuring the security of two Russian bases in the country, where Moscow continues to maintain a presence, as well as backing the removal of sanctions on Syria.
Russia aims to keep hold of key influence over Syria as top diplomats meet - analysis
Ahmed al-Sharaa's government faces many hurdles and having Russia playing a stabilizing role in Syria is important for Damascus. It is not clear how Russia-Syrian relations will develop these days.
