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Russia coaches Ugandan medics to fight fatal epidemics
(MENAFN) Russia’s health agency, Rospotrebnadzor, has begun training Ugandan medical professionals as part of an initiative to strengthen Africa’s ability to fight infectious disease outbreaks. The program, launched in Kampala, follows the...

Russia sees Africa as great coal shipments market
(MENAFN) Russia sees Africa as a promising market for its coal exports, potentially becoming the third-largest destination after China and India, according to Deputy Energy Minister Dmitry Islamov in a TASS interview. With Africa’s population...

Russia, African island nation talk about enhancing relations
(MENAFN) Russia and the Central African island nation of São Tomé and Príncipe are expanding their bilateral relationship, focusing on military, agricultural, and scientific collaboration, the Russian Embassy in the country has announced. During a...

Russia Brands Yale University as “Undesirable Organization”
(MENAFN) On Tuesday, Russia’s Prosecutor General’s Office officially branded Yale University as an “undesirable organization” within the country. The announcement declared that the activities conducted by the U.S.-based institution are now...

Russia Prohibits Yale University
(MENAFN) Russia has prohibited Yale University from conducting operations within its territory, accusing the Connecticut-based institution of interfering in internal matters and attempting to destabilize the nation's economy. The Prosecutor...

Russia accuses Yale University of taking part in political instability
(MENAFN) Russian authorities have officially prohibited Yale University from conducting any operations within the country, accusing the American institution of interfering in internal affairs and contributing to economic and political instability....

Russia recognizes Taliban government in Afghanistan
(MENAFN) Russia has officially recognized the Taliban government in Afghanistan, marking a major geopolitical shift and making it the first major global power to formally engage with the Islamic Emirate since the Taliban seized control in 2021. On...

Czech president states EU must rethink Russia policy
(MENAFN) Czech President Petr Pavel has called on the European Union to reconsider its strategy toward Russia once the conflict in Ukraine ends, suggesting future dialogue on European security and economic cooperation. His comments, made in an...

Trump Considers Imposing Sweeping Sanctions on Russia
(MENAFN) U.S. President Donald Trump announced Tuesday that he has authorized the delivery of additional defensive weapons to Ukraine amid ongoing conflict. Speaking during a White House cabinet meeting, Trump confirmed, “We're sending some...

FSB claims foreign spies using fake photo contest to collect intel in Russia
(MENAFN) Russian authorities have issued a warning about an alleged espionage operation disguised as a patriotic photo contest, claiming it was orchestrated by foreign intelligence services—likely Ukrainian, according to a counter-disinformation...

Ukraine Reports Russia Launched 728 Drones in Overnight Attack
(MENAFN) Ukraine reported on Wednesday that Russia launched an unprecedented 728 drones during a nighttime offensive — the highest number recorded to date. In a statement, Ukraine’s Air Force confirmed that air defense systems intercepted 718 of...

Von der Leyen threatens to support China over Russia
(MENAFN) European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has cautioned that relations between the European Union and China could worsen if Beijing continues to avoid condemning Russia’s actions in Ukraine. Speaking at a European Parliament...

Europe’s largest seaport prepares for possible war with Russia
(MENAFN) The Port of Rotterdam in the Netherlands, Europe’s busiest seaport, is making preparations for a potential conflict between NATO and Russia, according to a report by the Financial Times. These plans include setting aside docking space for...

Ukraine Launches Drone Attack on Russia's Kursk Beach
(MENAFN) A drone attack launched by Ukrainian forces struck a public beach in Russia's Kursk Oblast on Tuesday, resulting in three fatalities and wounding seven others, including a young child, local officials confirmed. Kursk Oblast shares a...

Low birth rate conquers Russia
(MENAFN) Russia is confronting a growing fertility crisis as the number of women of reproductive age continues to drop sharply, Deputy Prime Minister Tatyana Golikova has cautioned. During a meeting with lawmakers, Golikova highlighted a stark...

Von der Leyen criticizes Russia for no-confidence motion
(MENAFN) European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has pushed back against a no-confidence motion in the European Parliament, accusing her opponents of spreading conspiracy theories and serving the interests of Russian President Vladimir...

Ukrainian drone hit public beach in Russia, killing three people
(MENAFN) A Ukrainian drone attack on a public beach in the western Russian city of Kursk has left three people dead and seven others injured, according to regional authorities. The incident occurred on Tuesday as civilians were gathered to...

Russia, Mali sign nuclear energy agreement
(MENAFN) Russia and Mali have signed a new agreement to strengthen collaboration in the peaceful use of nuclear energy, according to a statement by Rosatom, Russia’s state atomic energy corporation, on Tuesday. The deal includes joint efforts in...

Russia Outlines Conditions for Ukraine Peace Talks
(MENAFN) Russia has expressed willingness to pursue a diplomatic solution to the ongoing war in Ukraine, but only under specific conditions that acknowledge the “new territorial realities” and ensure the nation’s future safety, according to...

Russia awaits Ukraine to confirm third stage of discussions
(MENAFN) Russia is still waiting for confirmation from Ukraine regarding possible dates for a third round of direct negotiations in Istanbul, according to recent statements made by a Kremlin spokesperson. "As soon as the dates have been agreed...