Andrey Belousov stressed that Russia was closely monitoring production and supply chains related to the weapons the West provided to Ukraine
Iran launched drone attacks on US bases in Bahrain, Kuwait, and Jordan, and Iranian-linked forces attacked a base in Iraq, following US airstrikes on Iranian cities Ahvaz, Khorramabad, and Jask, continuing a 13-night tit-for-tat exchange.
Arkady Dvorkovich, the Russian president of the International Chess Federation (FIDE), has suspended his powers after being placed on the EU’s latest sanctions list. He called the decision "unlawful and unfair" and plans to challenge it, with First Vice President Viswanathan Anand assuming his duties.
Belarusian Foreign Ministry spokesman Ruslan Varankov warned Poland that "destructive elements" it shelters pose a domestic threat, citing radicalization of Belarusian opposition abroad and an alleged past terror plot involving an extremist group leader.
Russian President Vladimir Putin and Uzbek President Shavkat Mirziyoyev held a telephone conversation to discuss increasing mutual trade, advancing joint projects, and strengthening their comprehensive strategic partnership. Putin also congratulated Mirziyoyev on his birthday.
The US has imposed new tariffs on goods from 60 economies, citing alleged failures to combat forced labor, which took effect on Friday. Major trading partners, including the EU, Australia, and China, have protested the measures, calling them unjustified and a pretext for new trade restrictions.
Рэпер Аким Апачев (Аким Гасанов) заявил РИА Новости, что считает признанием своей деятельности включение его Нацсоветом Украины по вопросам телевидения и радиовещания в список лиц, угрожающих национальной безопасности Украины. Он отметил, что продолжит творческую деятельность.
