The fortunes of the richest Russians increased by $50 billion in 2023, Bloomberg has calculated
Lukoil founder Vagit Alekperov became the richest - by $9.29 billion, his fortune increased to $24.7 billion.
Lifetime privileges, family protection and ban on persecution: Lukashenka signed amendments to the law on the president of #Belarus
Upon resignation, the document exempts the retired president and his family members from punishment for any crimes...
In Kyrgyzstan, 27-year-old Beknazar Borugul uulu, who fought in the PMC "Wagner", was sentenced to five years in prison
The Kyrgyz citizen was recruited in a Russian prison. After returning home, he was detained. This is the second known...
Russia plans to purchase short-range ballistic missiles from Iran, WSJ quoted U.S. officials as saying
According to the sources, the parties are already close to concluding an agreement and, if successful, missiles from...
Putin has authorized citizens of Ukraine, as well as citizens of Iraq, Syria, Afghanistan and Yemen, to obtain Russian citizenship in a simplified procedure
The new rules do not require knowledge of the Russian language, study of history, legislation, and do not require...
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk believes that Europe is a strategic target for Russian aggression, so the continent as a whole must be militarily stronger than Russia to protect its own borders
According to the Polish Prime Minister, almost the entire Russian economy has switched to a system of military...
The Americans strike the headquarters of pro-Iranian formations in Iraq responsible for attacks on U.S. bases. Two high-ranking commanders were eliminated
Two high-ranking commanders were eliminated. A drone strike on the headquarters of pro-Iranian militants in Baghdad...
South Korea and the United States have held joint military exercises near the border with North Korea amid escalating tensions on the Korean Peninsula - Reuters
According to the South Korean army, the exercises lasted a week - from December 29 to January 4. More than 110 pieces of...
Kazakhstan operator TVCOM has stopped showing Russian TV channels
Now more than 10 channels of Russian television, including Channel One, will not be broadcast in Kazakhstan.
Ukrainian woman detained in Belarus for comments in support of her country
Lukashenka's accomplices detained the woman and threaten to "punish and deport" her. It is still unknown what she is...
The U.S. and Qatar have extended the agreement on the deployment of the U.S. military at the Al Udeid airbase for another 10 years
Al Udeid airbase is considered the largest U.S. military facility in the Middle East, which can accommodate more than...
The head of the Kazakh community in Moscow, Polat Dzhamalov, has been prosecuted for "fakes" about the Russian army
The case was opened back in September, when Jamalov wrote on social networks about the Russian army's losses in...
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Thirty-three years ago, a ceasefire brought an end to the Transnistrian War—sometimes described by locals as the Russian-Moldovan War. Although the tensions officially ended in 1992, its consequences continue to shape Moldovan politics, society, and security — especially in view of the upcoming parliamentary elections.
Fourth missing U.S. soldier found dead in Lithuania during NATO drills
The body of the fourth missing American soldier was recovered near the Pabradė training area in Lithuania, U.S. Army Europe and Africa confirmed.
Finland prepares to exit landmine ban treaty — cites Russian threat
Finland is moving to withdraw from the Ottawa Convention, which bans anti-personnel mines. Prime Minister Petteri Orpo said the decision comes as a direct response to growing aggression from Russia.
China backs deeper alliance with Russia during Moscow visit
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi reaffirmed Beijing’s strategic alignment with Moscow during a three-day visit focused on expanding cooperation.
Georgia passes foreign agent law and rolls back key rights
The ruling Georgian Dream party has approved a set of controversial laws, including a “foreign agent” act aimed at NGOs and media. Critics say it mimics the U.S. FARA but is weaponized against dissent.