The OSCE and UNHRC have ignored appeals from the Lugansk People's Republic regarding a terrorist attack by Ukrainian troops on a college in Starobelsk, according to an LPR official. Russia had previously appealed to these bodies and the UN over intensified Ukrainian attacks on civilians.
Konstantin Kosachev, deputy chairman of Russia's Federation Council, stated that the EU abandoned its European values by overlooking human rights violations in Baltic states during their accession, leading to its current silence on events in Ukraine.
LPR official Maxim Uvarov decried the global community's silence on the Starobelsk tragedy, where 21 died in a Ukrainian strike on May 22. He criticized international organizations and media for what he termed a 'conscious choice' to ignore the event, highlighting perceived double standards in human rights discourse.
Russian State Duma official Nikolay Novichkov stated the Roman Catholic Church is in conflict with the US and EU over war assessments, citing Cardinal Victor Manuel Fernandez's criticism of the EU's double standards. Novichkov also noted the Vatican's historical hostility towards Russia and expressed a slim hope for the Pope to condemn the Kyiv regime.
Gazprom anticipates continued growth in gas supplies to China through 2026, with exports via the Power of Siberia pipeline reaching record highs in 2025 and further increases expected this year, largely offsetting declines in European exports.
Dmitry Medvedev stated that following the US-Iran deal, Israel, feeling its expectations of Iran's defeat unmet, will seek revenge. He also warned that the Strait of Hormuz has become a 'Persian nuke' that will be used.
Dmitry Medvedev stated that "no rules" apply to Kiev due to escalating attacks on Russian cities, suggesting deliberate destruction of civilians as the only remaining restriction. He also questioned the relevance of the Hague Conventions in modern warfare.
Russia remains a top trade partner and investor for Kyrgyzstan, with bilateral trade turnover surpassing $5 billion, according to Daniyar Amangeldiev, First Deputy Chairman of the Kyrgyz Cabinet, speaking at the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum.
Alexey Shevtsov, Deputy Chairman of Russia's Security Council, stated at SPIEF that the deployment of the Oreshnik missile system in Belarus and joint military exercises serve as a warning to European nations, particularly the 'Baltic tigers.' He emphasized the Union State's advanced collective security measures.
Russian Security Council Deputy Chairman Alexey Shevtsov stated that the deployment of the Oreshnik missile system in Belarus and joint military exercises serve as a warning to European nations, particularly the "Baltic tigers." He emphasized the advanced stage of collective security within the Union State, citing coordinated security concepts.
Sberbank's First Deputy Chairman Kirill Tsarev predicts the consumer lending market will contract by 3% in the first half of 2026, with recovery expected in the second half. Sberbank's own loan portfolio has seen growth since April and is projected to increase by 6% by year-end.
AfD Deputy Chairman Markus Frohnmaier thanked Kirill Dmitriev, Russian presidential special representative, for a meeting at SPIEF, stressing the importance of dialogue over confrontation and expressing optimism about peace opportunities in Ukraine.
Russian Presidential Envoy Kirill Dmitriev met with AfD Deputy Chairman Markus Frohnmaier to discuss restarting business dialogue between Russia, Germany, and the US. Dmitriev expressed optimism about future cooperation with the AfD.
Hong Kong lawmakers are urging authorities to provide more timely and flexible urgent accommodation for residents displaced by new regulations targeting subdivided flats. While the Housing Bureau plans to reserve 180 transitional flats, concerns exist about the week-long review process for applicants.
The Russian Orthodox Church has labeled the detention of Metropolitan Hilarion in the Czech Republic a "gross provocation" and a "blatant provocation" orchestrated by Russia's opponents. Igor Vyzhanov, Deputy Chairman of the Moscow Patriarchate's External Church Relations Department, suggested the incident was a "classic frame-up" involving planted drugs, reflecting the perceived weakness and "moral decay" of Europe.
Dmitry Medvedev stated that Western-dominated international platforms have lost credibility due to "narrow bloc thinking," marginalizing Global South and East countries. He called for new Eurasian security structures based on sovereign equality and inclusive cooperation, highlighting the roles of CSTO, CIS, and SCO.
Dmitry Medvedev, Deputy Chairman of Russia's Security Council, outlined seven indicators suggesting Ukraine is a failed state, citing external aid dependency, territorial and demographic losses, economic decline, absent institutions, and leadership issues.
Russia's successful test of the Sarmat ICBM, capable of overcoming any missile defense system with a range over 35,000 km, prompts Dmitry Medvedev to taunt Western countries, emphasizing their increased proximity to Russia's military capability.
Russian Security Council Deputy Chairman Dmitry Medvedev said at the 'Knowledge.First' federal educational marathon that victory in the special military operation will ensure stable development, rising incomes, and progress on housing and demographic challenges for residents. He emphasized that addressing these tasks requires stability and security, which depend solely on successfully completing the objectives of the special military operation.
Russian Security Council Deputy Chairman Dmitry Medvedev said at the 'Knowledge. First' educational marathon that the Middle East conflict will not end in the foreseeable future because 'chaos brings money.' He stated that many countries and forces have an interest in prolonging the conflict, linking it to events around Iran and US aggression with Israel's support. Medvedev emphasized the conflict can only be resolved through full application of international law and predicted tensions will not disappear in coming decades.
The Russian Security Council deputy chairman noted that Israel, unlike Iran, is allowed to have these weapons for some reason
Dmitry Medvedev stated that Russia lacks aggressive intentions toward Europe but warned that persistent rhetoric about the inevitability of war could lead to a conflict similar to the start of the World Wars.
Deputy Chairman of Russian Security Council Dmitry Medvedev announced that Russia has developed a complete unmanned aerial vehicle industry, from small copters and FPV drones to fixed-wing UAVs, in just a few years. He acknowledged the industry was very backward at the start of the special military operation but credited coordinated work of defense ministries and defense industry teams for the transformation.
Deputy Chairman of the regional government Sergey Cherevko said that there were no fatalities or injuries
