Eastern Economic Forum participants sign 328 deals worth nearly $78.5 billion, envoy’s office says. The Eastern Economic Forum took place on September 1-4 in Vladivostok at the Far Eastern Federal University campus.
Crimea colored same as Russia on Equal Earth projection. The Equal Earth projection, intended to more accurately depict the actual proportions of Africa and other regions of the world, was proposed as an alternative to the Mercator projection.
Putin could speak on Ukraine at news conference after Belarus talks on Thursday — Kremlin. The Russian president is scheduled to take questions jointly with his Belarusian counterpart Alexander Lukashenko.
US envoys may visit Moscow, Kiev: what we know so far. In early September, a source told TASS that Witkoff and Kushner were intensifying their mediation efforts on Ukraine.
Moscow won't ask Kiev to stop terrorist attacks ahead of US envoys' visit to Russia. According to earlier reports, US envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner intend to travel to Moscow and Kiev on September 5-6.
IN BRIEF: Russian Foreign Minister on Ukraine conflict, Europe’s military buildup. Sergey Lavrov also addressed the status of the Russian language and the Ukrainian Orthodox Church in Ukraine, and the situation in the Asia-Pacific region.
Russian defense firm to feature new counter-drone innovations at MAKS-2021 air show. From among the new products, the exposition of the Almaz-Antey defense manufacturer will include the Volk-18 interceptor drone, the ROSC-1 optical radar, the DMRL-3 mobile meteorological radar.
No specific conditions yet for Ukraine peace settlement — Kremlin spokesman. Dmitry Peskov said it is too early to talk about any new peace initiatives following Vladimir Putin’s statements at the Eastern Economic Forum.
Trump says he has idea of possible peace between Russia, Ukraine. The US leader did not provide any details about possible agreements for settling the Ukrainian crisis.
Italian general posts photo with vodka in response to FT’s accusations of ties to Moscow. Roberto Vannacci noted that the UK newspaper, like many others representing international financial circles, is attempting to influence the electoral process in Italy.
Ukraine to make another attempt to agree with RF on contracts. If it does not happen, all the responsibility for the consequences will be certainly placed on those leaders who do not want to heed our arguments.
US becomes only country to vote against UN resolution supporting Equal Earth map. A total of 164 countries voted in favor of the document, while six others - Ukraine, Moldova, Georgia, Serbia, Lithuania, and Estonia - abstained.
Germany’s long-range arms facilities could rightfully be targeted, Russian Embassy says. German military initiatives would constitute a direct threat to Russia and the Union State if put into practice, the Russian diplomatic mission said.
Russia raises share of China's oil imports to record 23%. Russia supplied 67 mln metric tons of oil to China in the first seven months of 2026, Rosneft CEO Igor Sechin said.
Kiev’s threats against civil aviation aimed at disrupting Russia-US contacts — envoy. Rodion Miroshnik said there is "an unceasing drive, primarily on the part of Europeans, to severe any contacts between Russia and the US."
Ukraine behind weapons and drug trafficking to Europe, Kremlin adviser says. The Kiev regime is also creating radical cells in the Middle East and combat groups in Africa, Anton Kobyakov stressed.
Russian air defenses down over 6,000 Ukrainian drones over past week — top brass. According to the Russian Defense Ministry, since the start of the special military operation, Russian forces have destroyed a total of 674 Ukrainian aircraft, 284 helicopters and 227,730 unmanned aerial vehicles.
Over 300 US companies remain in Russia — EEF organizer. Anton Kobyakov added that the government is creating no obstacles for those who decided to stay, they are treated on equal footing with local companies and viewed as Russian economic operators.
Ukraine lags behind Russia in AI tech application for drones — Zelensky’s adviser. According to Sergey Beskrestnov, Ukrainian developers are also losing the technological race to Russia is jet-powered UAVs.
Russia proves at EEF that sanctions ineffective, Srbijagas CEO says. Aleksandar Vulin, leader of Serbia’s Movement of Socialists party, said that almost the entire world gathered to attend the forum.
IN BRIEF: Russia strikes logistics centers, equipment, cargo ships in Ukraine. A dry cargo ship carrying military-technical equipment supplied to the army by Western countries was damaged in the port of Chernomorsk.
Iran's army calls on US to compensate for war costs, then leave region. Army Spokesperson Mohammad Akraminia added that all the problems of the US army in the region and the difficulties of the Americans are caused by Washington's mistakes.
Trump says US to seek payment for ammunition sent to Ukraine free of charge. The US president said the Biden administration provided Ukraine with far more ammunition free of charge than Washington used during the war with Iran.
US envoys Witkoff, Kushner to visit Moscow, Kiev this weekend — Axios. According to the news outlet, the US envoys will meet Vladimir Zelensky after the visit to Moscow.
ICAO confirms receiving Russia’s letter on Kiev's threats, assuring of its coming response. Moscow previously sent an "urgent appeal" to ICAO Secretary General Juan Carlos Salazar in connection with Ukraine's threats to civilian aircraft, the Foreign Ministry said.
Russia, Serbia will always find solution for payment systems — Srbijagas CEO. Aleksandar Vulin added that he is counting on continued cooperation with the Russian government and Russian companies.
Trump did not confirm Witkoff bringing new proposals on Ukraine settlement to Russia. Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner "are bringing with them a proposal to end the war", US President said.
Ex-congressman expects Trump to invite Putin to G20 summit in US. Dennis Kucinich says he believes that the Russian president "has already extended the olive branch fully".
SVR chief says Caribbean Crisis settlement shows escalation not the only way. Sergey Naryshkin noted that the propaganda mechanisms set in motion by politicians create such a rigid worldview that they become hostages to it and fall into their own traps.
OPCW in no haste to visit Russia amid evidence of Ukraine using chemical weapons — envoy. Vladimir Tarabrin said the experts will inevitably receive data confirming the use of chemical weapons by the Ukrainians.
Kiev needs Crimea, Donbass for Western military bases — lawmaker. According to Leonid Slutsky, Zelensky "only pretends to be a pseudo-peacekeeper ready for negotiations if someone suggests them in front of his Western masters".
US drafting Middle East strategy for post-Iran war period — Axios. In addition, the Trump administration is considering moving to the next stage of the Gaza peace plan, reaching a security agreement between Syria and Israel, and implementing the agreement between Israel and Lebanon.
Iran has grown more confident in its ability to confront US — NYT. The article cites officials as saying there are few signs that Iran is ready to make any sort of deal with Washington.
Jennifer Lopez to perform in St. Petersburg on occasion of fiftieth birthday. The singer celebrated her birthday on July 24.
Russia to view deployed German long-range systems as legitimate targets — embassy. A representative of the Russian embassy in Berlin said that this would be the case if these systems were aimed at Russia.
Lavrov says his SCO colleagues at Goa confab condemned Ukrainian drone attack on Kremlin. Discussing how the attack will affect the development of the situation around Ukraine, the top diplomat expressed confidence that, "there is no point in waiting for any new incidents, new provocations" to happen.
Republican hopefuls distance themselves from Trump — Politico. According to sources close to some politicians, they informed Trump’s team that "they don’t want him to visit their districts ahead of November".
Russian table tennis players to take part in all int’l tournaments as restrictions lifted. The World Table Tennis announced a decision earlier to reinstate participation of Russian players at international tournaments under the national flag and to the tune of the country’s anthem.
Moscow burned no bridges in relations with Germany — Russia’s envoy to Berlin. Sergey Nechaev noted that previous generations had invested in historical reconciliation and that the sacrifices of 700,000 Soviet soldiers buried in Germany should not be forgotten.
Iraq’s August oil exports top two million barrels per day for first time since war started. The country’s oil production currently exceeds 3 million barrels per day.
Defending champ Sabalenka confident cruising to Round 4 at 2026 US Open. The tournament’s two-time reigning champion is now set to play in the next round against the winner of the match between Russia’s Diana Shnaider and US player Taylor Townsend.
Yemen’s leader vows to never allow Iran, Houthis to take control of Bab el-Mandeb. Rashad al-Alimi says Houthis "will face major losses" if they approach the strait.
Oman rejects deal with Iran on joint fee collection for Hormuz passage — media. A senior regional official told The New York Post that in order to avoid potential quarrels with US President Donald Trump, Muscat rejected even the idea of voluntary fees to be used to ensure security and environmental protection in the strait.
What is known about European Commission’s plans to restrict visas for Russia, EU reaction. According to the diplomatic source, the European Commission has spent the last four years trying to implement a plan that would make entry into the EU a privilege for Russians.
Russian security officials put number of missing Ukrainian soldiers at half a million. According to the Ukrainian Interior Ministry, as of August 2026, the number of missing Ukrainian servicemen amounted to around 114,000.
SCO countries support reform of international financial architecture — declaration. According to the Bishkek Declaration, the countries will continue to develop a practical dialogue on strengthening financial cooperation within the framework of the SCO Interbank Consortium.
FACTBOX: Novak’s statements about Power of Baikal, Russia’s fuel situation. Accoridng to the official, Russia and China are currently discussing the Power of Baikal gas pipeline project, formerly known as Power of Siberia 2, for Russian gas supplies to China.
Russian mission to UN responds to General Assembly on claims over Crimea’s status. Russia's Deputy Permanent Representative to the UN Maria Zabolotskaya emphasized that these territories "are part of Russia, and have been part of Russia for centuries".
Iran uses AI drones in latest retaliatory strikes on US bases — army spokesperson. Mohammad Akraminia noted that Tehran does not rule out the possibility of conducting preventive operations in the event of threats.
China weathers Hormuz supply crisis through proactive stockpiling — Rosneft CEO. Igor Sechin expressed confidence that this approach would continue during the implementation of the 15th Five-Year Plan, whose core concept is ensuring "security through self-sufficiency".
