A Russian Tu-22M3 bomber crashed in Siberia during a training flight, with the crew ejecting safely. This occurs as Ukraine accuses Russia of deliberately targeting a historic Kyiv monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage site, which Russia denies. Bridges in occupied Kherson were also hit.
FIFA is reportedly planning to invite Russia's U-15 national football team to an international tournament in the United States in September. This comes despite Russia's ongoing ban from FIFA competitions following its military operation in Ukraine.
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan is scheduled to visit Russia on June 16-17, 2026. During his trip to Moscow, he will hold talks with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov and meet with President Vladimir Putin, according to a Turkish Foreign Ministry source.
Two men, a Ukrainian national and a Romanian citizen, have been convicted of a plot to set fire to properties linked to British Prime Minister Keir Starmer. The fires, orchestrated by a figure known as 'El Money' via Telegram, damaged Starmer's former home, an apartment building he once owned a share of, and destroyed his SUV. No one was injured.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov accused German official Johann Wadephul of being a 'good disciple of Goebbels' for repeating accusations over the Bucha massacre. Lavrov also stated that Europe is 'scheming' against Russia and that European values equate to depriving Russians of basic rights.
A Russian Tu-22M3 strategic bomber crashed during a training flight in Siberia's Irkutsk region. The crew ejected successfully, but details on their condition are unknown. The aircraft crashed near the Angara River, with footage showing it nose-diving into trees.
Reports cover Ukraine's troop losses, potential US-Iran deals, Fico's criticism of EU policies, and Russia-China economic cooperation. Discussions between Putin and Trump, and potential sanctions relief for Iran, are highlighted.
Over 800 Russian residents were wounded by Ukrainian drone attacks in May, with Ambassador Rodion Miroshnik attributing the rise to increased Western drone deliveries to Ukraine. He stated drones are the deadliest weapon, causing over 78% of civilian casualties.
Belarusian Foreign Minister Maxim Ryzhenkov stated that trade and economic cooperation between Belarus and Russia is expanding proactively and heading towards new historical records, despite external pressure. The two countries also released a report on human rights, concluding that racism is intensifying to maintain Western dominance.
Russian President Vladimir Putin stated that the introduction of electronic waybills, including for river transport, will enhance cargo traceability and help balance cargo distribution across different transportation methods. Transport Minister Andrey Nikitin added that this digital shift will bring transparency to cargo turnover, currently recorded manually.
Tensions escalate in the Middle East with Israeli airstrikes on Lebanon, US-Iran deal negotiations, and geopolitical shifts. Global economic updates include precious metals gains and potential sanctions lifts.
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan will visit Moscow on June 16-17 to reaffirm Turkey's readiness to host Russia-Ukraine talks and discuss Black Sea security measures. Fidan will highlight the threat of growing tensions in the Black Sea and Turkey's ongoing ceasefire proposal.
An investigation links a young Russian diplomat, Evgeny Lyukshin, to a sabotage campaign involving arson attacks on UK politicians and vandalism of mosques. Lyukshin allegedly used social media to recruit individuals, including a Ukrainian builder, offering money and Russian citizenship for acts of provocation and division.
Reports cover Russia-China payment solutions, Iran sanctions, Trump's Middle East role, drone ownership, Ukraine's debt, and Armenia's election results, among other global events.
Russian envoy Rodion Miroshnik stated that May was the "bloodiest" month of 2026, with over 1,000 civilians injured in Ukrainian armed forces' strikes. He reported a significant increase in affected individuals compared to previous months.
Reports cover Moldova's EU prospects, US-Iran deal updates, Ukraine troop losses, alleged US biolab network in Ukraine, Philippines' request for Putin meeting, Iran-Saudi relations, UK detention of a tanker, Hungary's stance on Ukraine's EU talks, and Russia-China payment solutions.
Russia's Ambassador-at-Large Rodion Miroshnik claims Ukraine deliberately increased strikes on educational facilities in May before the summer break. He cited attacks in Starobelsk and Zaporozhye regions, including one that killed 21 students.
A culinary and cultural journey through Mexico City explores Frida Kahlo's enduring impact, from a themed feast to her iconic Casa Azul home and studios, highlighting her art, resilience, and influence on contemporary issues.
The Bank of Russia purchased yuan on the domestic market with settlements on June 11, 2026, for 5.3 billion rubles ($73.08 million). This follows a purchase of 5.2 billion rubles ($71.70 million) on June 10.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov expressed hope that the US will prioritize Ukraine peace talks, suggesting Europe lacks a full understanding of the situation. He voiced concern about European "unrealistic plans" ahead of the G7 summit.
EU gas imports from Russia, including pipeline and LNG, fell 17% to 4.6 bln euro in Jan-Apr 2026. Belgium, France, and Spain were top LNG importers in April. The EU plans a complete ban on Russian gas by late 2027.
Former Moldovan President Igor Dodon stated that Moldova is losing approximately 1 billion euro annually due to the current authorities' policy of reducing relations with Russia and the CIS. He estimates the total loss since 2021 to be around 5 billion euro, equivalent to Moldova's entire annual budget.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov stated that implementing the Alaska agreements would be the first stage in ending the conflict and allow for coordination on other Ukraine-related details. He expects the US to take specific steps regarding the agreement reached by the presidents in Anchorage last year, which he noted was initially proposed by the US.
A 1,000-year-old monastery in Kyiv, a UNESCO World Heritage site, was badly damaged in a heavy Russian aerial attack. Ukraine's president condemned the strike as a crime against Christian culture, while Russia denied hitting the monastery, claiming it was damaged by a Patriot missile.
