Two unidentified drones attacked the Russian Embassy in Sweden overnight, one dropping red paint and another a fake explosive device. The embassy condemned the incident as an overt attempt to intimidate its employees and criticized Swedish authorities for failing to protect the mission, warning of future consequences.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov stated that Japan has steadfast supporters of constructive dialogue and cooperation with Russia, despite the current political climate, in a message for an exhibition opening in Tokyo dedicated to Iosif Goshkevich, the first Russian diplomatic representative to Japan.
Russia's Embassy in Sweden reported another drone attack on its Stockholm premises, with one drone dropping red paint and another carrying a mock explosive device. The embassy accused Sweden of failing to ensure diplomatic mission security, citing dozens of unresolved incidents.
The Russian Embassy in Sweden reported another drone attack, with one UAV dropping red paint and another carrying a dummy explosive device onto the premises. The embassy condemned the act as intimidation and held Sweden responsible.
Crimea declared an "emergency situation" due to fuel shortages and power cuts from Ukrainian aerial attacks. Russia reported shooting down 660 Ukrainian drones. Ukraine plans domestic AI computing capacity with Kyivstar, and both nations swapped 160 captured soldiers.
The Russian embassy in Moldova reported the unlawful detention of a Russian national at Chisinau airport, citing "humiliating pressure" and "harsh interrogations." The detainee's health reportedly deteriorated, and consular access has been denied.
Russia's ambassador to Cuba, Viktor Koronelli, stated that Russia continues to provide food aid to the island through its contributions to the UN World Food Program (WFP). He met with WFP Regional Director Lena Savelli to discuss ongoing assistance amid difficult conditions caused by US measures.
A Russian artist, Robert Kuzovkov, known for his satirical caricatures of Vladimir Putin and other leaders, was shot dead in Poland on Monday. Two Belarusian nationals have been detained in connection with the attack.
The Russian embassy in Ottawa accused the Canadian government of deliberately misinforming the public regarding the Patriot missile strike on the Kiev-Pechersk Lavra. They stated that Canadian PM's office knows the strike was from a US Patriot missile due to Ukrainian air defense operations, not a Russian attack.
The Russian Embassy in Armenia expressed deep outrage over the desecration of the "Mother Armenia" memorial in Gyumri, calling it a deliberate attack on shared historical memory and the Great Victory. The embassy expects a clear assessment from Armenian authorities.
Russian Embassy in Canada criticizes Ottawa for quickly blaming Russia for an alleged strike near Chernobyl while ignoring Ukraine's systematic attacks on Zaporozhye Nuclear Power Plant.
The Russian Embassy in Brussels accused the Belgian Foreign Ministry of daily anti-Russian accusations, portraying Russia as an aggressor in the Baltic region and spreading fear of a Moscow attack on NATO, while ignoring Kyiv's actions and alleged war crimes.
Russia's Prodintorg and Bangladesh's BADC have signed a contract for over 500,000 tons of potash fertilizers for 2026-2027, marking the largest fertilizer deal in the history of their bilateral cooperation.
The Russian Embassy in the Czech Republic has been granted consular access to Metropolitan Hilarion, who was detained in Karlovy Vary on charges of possessing prohibited substances. Police found four small containers with a white substance in his car's luggage compartment.
The Russian embassy in Chisinau is receiving a significant number of applications from Transnistria residents seeking Russian citizenship, following a decree on simplified admission. The process will begin after technical approvals, with citizenship acquisition being voluntary.
The Russian embassy in the Netherlands has not received any requests for assistance from the Russian citizen aboard the MV Hondius, where a hantavirus outbreak occurred. Dutch authorities are preparing quarantine modules in Rotterdam for 23 non-Dutch crew members, including the Russian national.
A Victory Day concert will take place in Vienna on May 9, the Russian Embassy in Austria has said Read Full Article at RT.com
The Russian embassy in Austria has denounced the expulsion of three of its diplomats as an unjustified, politically motivated act, warning that Vienna is responsible for the continued decline in bilateral relations.
Several hundred people participated in an 'Immortal Regiment' march in Washington D.C., carrying portraits of those who fought for the Soviet Union in World War II. The procession moved from the White House to the WWII Memorial on the National Mall where flowers were laid. The event took place a week before the 81st anniversary of WWII's end. Similar marches were held in New York City outside the UN headquarters. The Russian Embassy thanked organizers, describing the initiative as countering attempts to rewrite history and whitewash Nazis.
Dozens of participants in cars and on motorcycles are holding an 11th annual Victory Day rally across Israel, covering over 500 km from Metula to Eilat, to commemorate the 81st anniversary of Victory Day.
The presence of local political figures at such events also raises serious concerns, the embassy noted
The Russian embassy in New Delhi organized a Volunteer Cleanup Day dedicated to Swachh Bharat Abhiyan, with Ambassador Denis Alipov and embassy staff participating in the cleaning activity around the diplomatic mission. Alipov described it as a tribute to the Russian Subotnik movement, a voluntary public service tradition.
According to the statement, private initiatives to assemble UAVs for the Ukrainian armed forces are also being implemented on Portuguese territory
The Czech Republic's Foreign Ministry lodged a formal protest with Russia's ambassador on April 20, summoning Alexander Zemeyevsky over threats to Czech companies included in a Russian Defense Ministry list of European enterprises producing drones for Ukraine. Foreign Minister Petr Macinka called the rhetoric 'absolutely unacceptable,' while Russian Security Council Secretary Dmitry Medvedev described the list as 'potential targets for the Russian Armed Forces.'
