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Von der Leyen threatens to support China over Russia
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July 9, 2025
(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
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July 9, 2025
(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
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July 9, 2025
(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
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July 9, 2025
(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
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July 9, 2025
(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
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July 9, 2025
(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
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July 8, 2025
(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
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July 8, 2025
(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
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July 8, 2025
(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...
Russia, Mali enhance trade, joint research
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July 8, 2025
(MENAFN) Russian President Vladimir Putin and Mali’s transitional leader, Colonel Assimi Goita, met in Moscow on Monday to sign a series of agreements aimed at strengthening bilateral cooperation. The two countries finalized three major treaties,...
Russia ink nuclear energy agreement with Burkina Faso
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July 8, 2025
(MENAFN) Russia and Burkina Faso have signed a new agreement to boost cooperation in the peaceful use of nuclear energy, focusing on joint initiatives involving radiation technologies and training specialists from the West African nation. The deal...
Russia welcomes Uganda as new BRICS partner
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July 8, 2025
(MENAFN) Russia has officially welcomed Uganda as a BRICS partner country, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov announced on Wednesday during talks in Moscow with Ugandan Foreign Minister Jeje Odongo. Lavrov expressed enthusiasm for closer...
Russia Collaborates with Azerbaijani Authorities
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July 8, 2025
(MENAFN) Russian officials are actively cooperating with local authorities in Azerbaijan to facilitate the release of Russian nationals held in the country, Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov has announced. He highlighted the importance of Russia...
Russia Mandates Support for State App Store
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July 8, 2025
(MENAFN) Russian President Vladimir Putin has enacted new legislation requiring smartphone manufacturers to ensure their devices are compatible with RuStore, the government-backed application platform. This decision, formalized on Monday,...
Russia Condemns Attack on Stockholm Trade Mission
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July 8, 2025
(MENAFN) On Monday, Russia called in the Swedish Chargé d’Affaires in Moscow to voice a strong objection over what it described as “another attack” on its diplomatic presence in Sweden. This response came after a drone incident on July 5 that...
Russia Calls in Sweden's Senior Diplomat
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July 8, 2025
(MENAFN) Russia summoned Sweden's senior diplomat in Moscow on Monday to condemn what it described as "another attack" on its diplomatic facilities in Sweden, after a drone incident struck its trade mission in Stockholm on July 5, the Foreign...
Russia sanctions provoke European trust fund catastrophe
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July 8, 2025
(MENAFN) Liechtenstein is facing a serious crisis in its trust fund sector caused by Western sanctions on Russia, leaving hundreds of trusts in legal uncertainty, the Financial Times reported. The problem revolves around so-called “zombie”...
Russia’s fertilizer shipments to BRICS increase
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July 8, 2025
(MENAFN) Russian fertilizer exports to BRICS countries have increased by over 60% in the last three years, with plans to boost production further to satisfy rising demand within the bloc, Andrey Guryev, President of the Russian Association of...
Russia's Lavrov, Bolivia's Leader Explore Expanding Bilateral Ties
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July 8, 2025
(MENAFN) Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov conducted discussions with Bolivian President Luis Arce on Monday in Rio de Janeiro during the 17th BRICS summit proceedings. The officials explored broadening bilateral partnerships and advancing...
Grushko Accuses NATO, EU of Military Clash with Russia
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July 8, 2025
(MENAFN) Deputy Foreign Minister Alexander Grushko asserted on Tuesday that both NATO and the European Union are actively getting ready for a possible military encounter with Russia. His remarks were made during a press conference held in the...