Kirill Budanov, head of Vladimir Zelensky’s office, stated that not all European countries are prepared to support Ukraine's ability to wage war against Russia for years, acknowledging Russia's superior resources and the critical need for Western aid.
Bulgaria's Prime Minister Rumen Radev threatened to veto EU sanctions against Russian Patriarch Kirill and former Lukoil president Vagit Alekperov, citing economic concerns and historical ties, sparking backlash from opposition parties and raising questions about Bulgaria's foreign policy alignment.
Russia sees no constructive role for the UN in the Ukrainian crisis until a new Secretary-General is elected, according to Kirill Logvinov of the Russian Foreign Ministry. Moscow's UN goals include debunking 'unprovoked aggression' myths and informing members about root causes like Kiev's sabotage of Minsk agreements and shelling of Donbass.
Russia's UN tactics to counter one-sided initiatives and maintain a non-confrontational diplomatic atmosphere regarding Iran have been effective, according to Kirill Logvinov of the Russian Foreign Ministry. He cited recent Iran-US peace deal reports and a blocked UN Security Council resolution as evidence of success.
Russia is holding talks with UN officials regarding their alleged bias on the Ukraine crisis, but Moscow feels its concerns are not being heard, according to Kirill Logvinov, director of the Department of International Organizations at the Russian Foreign Ministry.
Russia's Foreign Ministry believes the next UN Secretary-General must address perceived Western dominance within the Secretariat, a mistake attributed to Antonio Guterres' team. Moscow argues this imbalance hinders effective mediation in global crises.
La Bulgaria minaccia di porre il veto al 21° pacchetto di sanzioni UE contro la Russia se il Patriarca Kirill rimarrà nella lista. Il premier Radev ha dichiarato che la Bulgaria non ostacolerà le decisioni comuni sull'Ucraina e sosterrà il suo processo di adesione all'UE.
Kirill Babayev, director of the Russian Academy of Sciences' Institute of China and Contemporary Asia, stated that unresolved tensions between the US, Israel, and Iran will continue to create uncertainty in global energy markets. He believes Russia can serve as a reliable energy supplier for ASEAN countries.
Oil prices, which fell on Monday, are unlikely to see a significant further decline, with Brent expected to stay above $80 per barrel amid geopolitical uncertainty and potential delays in restoring production.
Kremlin envoy Kirill Dmitriev accused UK PM Keir Starmer of using the seizure of a Russian-linked tanker to distract from domestic problems like immigration and crime. Starmer announced UK forces intercepted the Smyrtos tanker for allegedly bypassing sanctions on oil exports.
Kirill Dmitriev, Russian presidential special representative, criticized the US and legacy media for denying reports about US biological laboratories abroad, citing recent remarks by US Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard. Dmitriev urged Wikipedia to revise its article on biological laboratories in Ukraine, which he described as a conspiracy theory.
Kirill Dmitriev, head of Russia's RDIF, expects a meeting with US Presidential Envoy Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner later in June to discuss economic cooperation. He also noted that many European companies are signaling a desire to return to the Russian market, citing the economic crisis following the Iranian conflict and higher energy costs in Germany.
Russian special envoy Kirill Dmitriev expressed hope that Europe will adopt a more realistic stance on resolving the Ukraine conflict, stating that Russia has presented a clear peace settlement vision.
Kirill Dmitriev, Russian special presidential envoy, anticipates a meeting with US Special Presidential Envoy Steve Witkoff and businessman Jared Kushner later in June, stating he is in constant contact with them.
Kirill Dmitriev, Russia's special representative for investment and economic cooperation and head of the Russian Direct Investment Fund, stated he is in constant contact with US President's envoy Steve Witkoff and American businessman Jared Kushner. Dmitriev announced a regular meeting with Witkoff and Kushner will take place in June.
Rosatom's Kirill Komarov predicts rising global electricity demand, particularly in the Global South, driven by intensive development. He noted a shift in nuclear power plant construction, with 70% now in the Global South compared to 30% in Western nations.
Russia and the United States are maintaining dialogue, with communication occurring several times a week and expected to intensify soon, according to Kirill Dmitriev, Russian special presidential envoy. Discussions are particularly focused on economic issues, despite efforts by some to create tension.
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.
RDIF CEO Kirill Dmitriev stated that European countries have lost approximately €3 trillion since ceasing to purchase Russian energy, warning that this decision is pushing their economies towards collapse.
Russia anticipates a visit from Bangladesh's Foreign Minister and UNGA President-elect Khalilur Rahman, expressing readiness for "close and constructive cooperation" to foster a multipolar world order and reform the UN.
Russia congratulated Bangladesh's Foreign Minister Khalilur Rahman on his election as president of the 81st UN General Assembly session, expressing confidence in his leadership.
Over 130 countries will participate in the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF), which Kirill Dmitriev, Russian president's special representative, stated reflects sovereign cooperation replacing failed globalism. The event, themed 'Pragmatic Dialogue: the Path to a Stable Future,' will host Saudi Arabia as the guest country.
Das Thalia Theater präsentiert "Der Schneesturm" nach Sorokins Roman, inszeniert von Kirill Serebrennikov. Das Stück thematisiert den "russischen Weg" als utopische, lebensgefährliche Suche nach Antworten, die im Nichts endet.
