Ukrainian interceptor drones powerless against new Russian jet-powered UAVs — newspaper. Welt TV correspondent Christoph Wanner stated that Ukraine "has not yet kept pace with the development of these technologies for its own interceptor drones," and "the problems are now evident."
Moscow issued no ultimatums to Washington about its role in Kiev’s strikes — Lavrov. The Russian foreign minister said Moscow had a question, as information is leaked to the Western media on how exactly the administration of Donald Trump, is helping Ukraine with financial aid, weapons and intelligence.
Russia's trust in Switzerland as talks venue is nearly exhausted — envoy. Bern has consistently pursued an unfriendly policy toward Russia, including by "unlawfully freezing Russian assets" and adopting nearly all US and EU sanctions against Moscow, Sergey Garmonin said.
Retired US rear admiral claims he possibly found Atlantis. Tim Gallaudet added that he would not go into details because he does not want the location to be revealed.
Court sentences former Ukrainian presidential adviser in absentia to 11 years for fakes. The case was heard in absentia after investigators took "exhaustive measures" to locate Alexey Arestovich and achieve his extradition, but determined that there was no possibility of securing his appearance in court.
Russia begins mass production of Volna Kupol Garant EW system — defense source. According to the source, the Volna has become a factor affecting not only the special military operation zone, but also having global influence.
Russia’s mass media watchdog to check media outlets after interview with Zelensky. Roskomnadzor warns the Russian mass media about the necessity of refraining from publishing this interview.
Ukrainian PM confirms major fire occurred at ammo depot outside Kiev. On Friday, numerous reports came about a fire with detonations near the Zhitomir highway in the Bucha District of the Kiev Region.
US seriously considers use of nuclear weapons in Europe — Russian MFA. According to Andrey Belousov, Washington’s efforts to initiate discussions on Russia’s non-strategic nuclear weapons serve to divert international attention from what he described as the threat posed by US nuclear weapons stationed in Europe.
Number of AI agents going out of control peaks in July — British newspaper. The study notes that the number of such incidents nearly doubled compared to the previous month.
State Department warns Americans about possible unrest in Ukraine. The State Department continues to advise American citizens to refrain from traveling to Ukraine due to the ongoing hostilities, placing the threat of "civil unrest" among the risk factors.
The US is trying to drive wedge between China, its neighbors — EEF organizer. Anton Kobyakov recalled that China and some ASEAN countries have territorial disputes in the South China Sea.
Russia supports Niger in its fight against extremists — Foreign Ministry. The ministry assured that Russia will continue to support its friends in Niger in their fight against extremists, including those incited by former European colonial powers.
European governments have no interest in peace in Ukraine, former OSCE adviser says. Retired Swiss General Staff Lieutenant Colonel Ralph Bosshard pointed out that European leaders "prefer to secure their own safety with their checkbooks" and "leave the fighting to others."
Merz to impose separate sanctions against Russia ahead of elections to harm competitors. Berlin plans to cite the recent drone incidents in Leipzig as a pretext for the measures, while government sources told Politico that a key objective is to weaken the Alternative for Germany ahead of upcoming regional elections.
Intelligence works 'in silence', Yerevan’s claims stir emotions: Lavrov’s statements. The Russian foreign minister said the UN and Western countries are sweeping under the rug Ukrainian strikes on Russian civilian infrastructure, as they have firmly sided with the Kiev regime.
By now 241 tourists rescued in Nepal, 320 still out of contact — Tourism Council. The table provided by the council lists two previously reported rescued Russian citizens.
Russian forces liberate seven communities in Ukraine operation over week — top brass. Russia’s Battlegroup Center inflicted more than 2,540 casualties on Ukrainian troops and destroyed 12 enemy armored combat vehicles in its area of responsibility over the week, the Defense Ministry reported.
Switzerland lost its neutrality in eyes of more than just Russia — ambassador. The Swiss authorities have "taken an unequivocally pro-Kiev position and consistently adhered to it" since 2022, Sergey Garmonin said.
Nearly 70% of Germans note growth in US influence on their country during Trump's 2nd term. Respondents in eastern Germany were more likely to perceive an increase in US influence than those in the west, at 78% and 65%, respectively.
EU debate on seizure of Russian assets stalls due to irreconcilable disagreements — expert. Uncertainty in relations between Europe and the United States, domestic political changes in European countries and growing conflict fatigue were also hindering efforts to revive the debate, said director of the P.A. Stolypin Institute for Growth Economics Anton Sviridenko.
Ukraine’s combat capability down after resignation of Fyodorov, Syrsky — MP. Deputy of the Kherson Regional Duma Yury Barbashov also added that Mikhail Fyodorov had become an alternative to Vladimir Zelensky in the public consciousness of Ukrainians, which created a real threat to the head of the Kiev regime.
Cryptocurrency trading in Russia may reach $46.43 bln in first year. The conservative forecast reflects the fact that a significant share of transactions will continue to be conducted through cryptocurrency exchange services, bypassing exchange trading.
Russian ambassador suspects Niger mutiny attempt may have been coordinated from abroad. Viktor Voropayev did not directly accuse any country of organizing the mutiny, but he noted that France was highly dissatisfied with developments in the Sahel and its loss of influence in the region.
Israel won't put up with Turkey's military presence in Syria — Netanyahu. The Israeli prime minister said that the prior warnings on the issue were not heard "clearly enough."
Niger’s military thanks Russia’s Africa Corps for assistance in suppressing mutiny. The Chief of the General Staff of the Niger Armed Forces, the Chief of Staff of the Ground Forces and the commander of Air Force Base 101, located at the airport, visited the base of the Russian Defense Ministry’s Africa Corps, Russian ambassador to Niger Viktor Voropayev said.
French journalist says over third of French mercenaries fighting for Ukraine are neo-Nazis. Laurent Brayard clarified that this figure differs from the overall trend within the Ukrainian armed forces.
Russian air defenses down 494 Ukrainian drones overnight — top brass. Air defenses intercepted and destroyed fixed-wing drones over the Leningrad, Bryansk, Belgorod, Kaluga, Kursk, Tver, Smolensk, Oryol, Pskov, Tula, Novgorod, Rostov, Krasnodar, and Moscow Regions, Crimea, as well as over the waters of the Sea of Azov and the Black Sea.
Leaders of 17 countries, UN secretary-general to attend SCO summit in Bishkek. The summit of the Council of Heads of State of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization will be held in Bishkek from August 31 to September 1.
African Union prepares action plan to prevent conflicts on continent. The plan’s key objectives include improving the effectiveness of the early warning and crisis response system, strengthening the role of the AU Peace and Security Council, enhancing cooperation with regional organizations and securing sustainable funding for peacekeeping initiatives.
Putin says Russia holds world's second-largest coal reserves. The Russian leader noted that coke, iron ore, and other minerals remain one of the foundations of the national economy today.
Ship with 270 passengers sinks off coast of Northern Cyprus — TV. According to TRT Haber, the ship capsized for unknown reasons.
White House remains silent on Europe’s remarks about ‘burial’ of Anchorage — Lavrov. The Russian foreign minister said that the Europeans, alongside with Vladimir Zelensky, made a year-long lobbying effort before these statements were made.
