Multiple Global Tensions Escalate: Iran Closes Strait of Hormuz, US Threatens Strikes, Russia Warns of Nuclear Proliferation

Weekly inflation in Russia reach 0.2% from June 2 to 8 — statistics

Inflation equaled 0.15% a week earlier, from May 26 to June 1, 2026

US, Israel take global economy hostage, Iranian envoy says

According to Peyman Saadat, oil prices could rise to $150-200 per barrel, if they continue in the same way

US interested in calling on Arab nations to help pay for cost of Iran operation — official

The United States and Israel launched a military operation against Iran on February 28

Gulf states declare right to collective response to Iranian attacks

The document stressed that the security of GCC member states is indivisible and that an attack on one of them would be regarded as an assult on the bloc as a whole

US works to ensure 'right people' come to World Cup — Trump

The World Cup will be held from June 11 to July 19

Russian Foreign Ministry says to receive British, French, German envoys, listen to them

Sergey Lavrov recalled that the West, represented by the Eurotroika, had already had the opportunity to influence the conflict resolution, but they "distinguished themselves with a minus sign" by acting as "antiheroes of this whole story"

Pezeshkian asks global community to judge which side, Iran or US, actually favors dialogue

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian invited the world to judge which side engages in terrorism

New UN secretary-general unable to resolve Ukrainian conflict alone — Russian envoy

The next UN secretary-general may play an important role in resolving it, Russian Permanent Representative to the UN Vasily Nebenzya noted

FACTBOX: What we know about Ukrainian drone attack on Panorama of Siege of Sevastopol

Governor Mikhail Razvozhayev said the historical building housing the Panorama of the Siege of Sevastopol was virtually destroyed

Russia promises to do its best to prevent escalation in Transnistria

According to Igor Dodon, the most dangerous development of events would be Moldova's involvement in the conflict in Ukraine through the escalation of the situation in Transnistria, which, in fact, the radicals in Kiev and Chisinau are seeking, Maria Zakharova said

Russian MP warns of nuclear proliferation risk if Israel uses nukes against Iran

Alexey Pushkov noted that the question of whether Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will use nuclear weapons in Iran has been actively discussed on American television in recent days

Colombian president suspended from office until June 21 — newspaper

According to the report, similar initiatives against the head of state had been considered before but were rejected each time because of doubts about their legal basis and validity

Trump says might not extend trade agreement with Canada and Mexico

The US president said that he has the right to terminate this agreement

Opposition party wins enough votes to enter Armenian parliament after recount

Iveta Tonoyan added that as a result of cooperation with the Central Election Commission of Armenia, the counting of ballots at the polling stations continues

NATO forces intercept missile presumably launched from Iran — Turkish Defense Ministry

According to the ministry, "all necessary measures are being taken decisively and without hesitation against any threat directed at Turkey's territory and airspace"

Trump says Iran has 48 hours to make deal or open strait

Time is running out: 48 hours remain before all hell rains down on them, US President said

Russia insists on US nuclear weapons withdrawal from Europe — Russian diplomat

Russian Foreign Ministry’s Ambassador-at-Large Andrey Belousov mentioned the existing possibility of inflicting damage on the most important civilian and military infrastructure facilities in Russia

Poland opposes giving funds from European Peace Facility to Ukraine — deputy minister

Cezary Tomczyk stressed that Warsaw will fight till the bitter end to receive the 500 million euro from this fund, which his country is entitled to

FSB foils terrorist attack on Russian Defense Ministry official

According to the security agency, "a foreign national born in 1990, tasked by Ukrainian intelligence agencies with shooting a Russian serviceman, was identified and detained in the Moscow Region"

Aftermath of Ukrainian drone attack on Russian regions, casualties in Krasnodar Region

Drone debris struck a multi-story residential building in the city of Krasnodar, injuring two people

USC unveils concept of its small-displacement submarine during Fleet 2026 defense show

It is powered by a closed-cycle gas turbine engine, running on diesel fuel

Iran closes Strait of Hormuz for all vessels — top brass

The naval forces of Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps said that they have already hit two vessels trying to pass through the Strait

Gulf countries call on UNSC to hold Iran accountable for attacks against them

The top Gulf Cooperation Council diplomats placed full responsibility for the hostile actions "and their grave repercussions on the security of the region, international navigation and energy supplies"

US troop buildup near Iran not sign of any new decisions — White House

The United States and Israel launched a military operation against Iran on February 28

US forces escort over 200 vessels through Strait of Hormuz, including tankers — Trump

The US president said that more than 100 million barrels of oil making its way through the Strait

US military denies reports of warship damaged in Strait of Hormuz

The media reported earlier that Iran had carried out strikes on US targets in the Middle East in retaliation for an attack by Washington

Russian stock market closed in the red

The MOEX Russia Index lost 0.07% to 2,520.88 points, while the RTS Index fell by 0.16% to 1,106.2 points

Vucic says may resign as president to run for prime minister

Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic pointed out that he may resign from his post "even sooner" than in three or four month

Nord Stream restoration could take about three years — RBC

This timeframe includes project design, obtaining permits, procuring materials, mobilizing contractors, and carrying out the repair work on the damaged sections

Iran attacks US facilities in Middle East following US strikes — agency

According to the news agency, Iran has attacked the Harir airbase in Iraqi Kurdistan, disabling a military radar

US to launch harsh strikes on Iran in coming hours — Trump

The US president explained the upcoming strikes by Iran’s alleged downing of American helicopter Apache

Russia needs 'serious reassurances' from Europe to begin dialogue, says Lavrov

According to the foreign minister, Moscow should be convinced that European proposals are of a serious nature and not just another attempt to protect and preserve, as well as strengthen, the Kiev Nazi regime

US hopes strikes on Iran not going to derail deal — media

According to the report, Qatari mediators were holding talks in Tehran in hopes of getting the negotiations back on track and closing the remaining gaps

Iran divides countries into three categories based on use of Strait of Hormuz — TV

According to the TV channel, all states are divided into three categories — "hostile," "neutral," and "friendly"