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US sanctions three for aiding Iran's air defenses amid reports of Moscow-Tehran arms deal
A day later, the Financial Times reported that Russia had signed a weapons deal with Iran to supply the regime with 90 advanced guided missile launchers.
US Embassy in Russia warns citizens in Moscow of potential 'mass casualty event' near museum
Europe should be included in Ukraine peace discussions, Kremlin aide says
Britain must be 'ready for war' by 2030 amid Russian aggression, UK defense secretary says
CIA director warned Russia against attacking NATO members during Moscow visit - report
Ratcliffe also discussed Iran while in Russia, telling intelligence officials there that additional sanctions would be implemented by the US if the Strait of Hormuz was not opened.
CIA Director John Ratcliffe travels to Russia aboard US military C-17 transport plane - report
A source familiar with the details of Ratcliffe's trip told The Jerusalem Post that Trump officials asked Ukraine several days ago to pause any strikes against Moscow from Monday through Wednesday.
Assad’s death sentence puts Syria-Russia extradition treaty to the test - analysis
After a Damascus court sentenced him to death in absentia, an extradition treaty signed by Bashar Assad with Russia provides a legal avenue for seeking his return—but the death sentence itself could
Vladimir Putin visits remains of medieval Russian warrior prince uncovered in Kremlin cathedral
Donskoy, who died in 1389 aged 39, ruled the principalities of Muscovy and Vladimir, which would later become the core of the Russian state.
Moscow's fuel stations limit sales amid shortages linked to Ukrainian drone attacks on refineries
Russian authorities have banned exports of gasoline and diesel, eased fuel quality requirements and began importing petroleum products.
Syria says it can stop buying wheat abroad, but analysts say the reality is more complicated
Economist Yafa Nawaf said sustainably eliminating the need for wheat imports depends on continued support for producers, access to fertilizer and seed, affordable fuel, and more.
North Korea, Russia reaffirm ties on Korean Liberation Day, as Kim sends Putin more troops
The North Korean leader expressed hope for the future of ties that had "carried forward the history of common struggle for justice and precious traditions of friendship."
Ukraine has retaken 745 sq km in 'precision' operation this year, Zelensky says
Ukraine's military has sought to heap pressure on Moscow's war effort in recent months, counterattacking on parts of the 1,200-km front and striking logistics and energy infrastructure.
Zelensky halts drone strikes on Black Sea oil tankers in Russian port after demand from US VP Vance
Ukraine agreed to not target non-Russian ships, so long as they were not sanctioned by Ukraine or carrying any Russian cargo.
Kremlin releases ailing ex- US Marine Robert Gilman from Russian prison
One US official said that Gilman's release was "an act of goodwill" by hardline Russian leader Vladimir Putin.
