DAGESTAN ATTACK
"Heart simply explodes': PM Modi flags concerns with Putin over missile strike on children's hospital in Kyiv
"Let's take war, any conflict or terrorist acts: any person who believes in humanity feels pain when people die, and especially when innocent children die. When we feel such pain, the heart simply explodes, and I had the opportunity to talk about these issues with you yesterday," Modi told Putin.
Ukraine solution can't be found on battlefield: PM
India and Russia discussed peaceful resolutions to the Ukraine conflict during an annual summit meeting in Kremlin on Tuesday. Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the issue with President Vladimir Putin, emphasizing the impact on innocent lives, particularly children, in war and terror attacks.
Russia blames West for Sunday’s attack on Sevastopol civilians on religious holiday
“Four persons were killed, including a two-year-old boy, who was playing on the municipal beach, and a nine-year-old girl. One hundred and fifty-one people applied for medical assistance; 82 persons – 55 adults and 27 children – were hospitalised, many of them in a grave condition. All patients are receiving medical aid,” the statement said.
Russia's Dagestan attack: MMA fighter, officials' relatives identified among gunmen
Authorities in Russia's Dagestan region have identified key figures among the assailants in Sunday's deadly attacks on places of worship, which killed at least 20 people. The attackers, including a former MMA fighter and relatives of a regional official, targeted sites in Derbent and Makhachkala. The violence resulted in the deaths of 15 police officers, four civilians, and an Orthodox priest. Regional head Sergei Melikov announced the dismissal and expulsion of the district head linked to the attackers. Dagestan declared three days of mourning following the attacks.
Gunmen kill 20 at worship sites in Russia's Dagestan
Gunmen launched attacks at a synagogue, an Orthodox church, and a police post in Russia's Dagestan region, killing an Orthodox priest, multiple police officers, and civilians. The governor of Dagestan called it a "day of tragedy," with over 20 killed in what is believed to be a terrorist attack. Five gunmen were shot and killed. Days of mourning have been declared, and flags are at half-staff. The attackers' identities and motives are under investigation.
Gunmen fire on targets in Russia's North Caucasus, 6 police killed, officials say
Gunmen opened fire at a synagogue and an Orthodox church in Derbent, home to an ancient Jewish community and a UNESCO World Heritage site in Russia's North Caucasus region of Dagestan. The Interior Ministry reported casualties, including six policemen killed and 12 injured. Street fights erupted in Makhachkala, with police actions anticipated in Derbent.
Indian free style wrestlers miss out on Paris Games qualification
Aman Sehrawat missed Paris Games, Deepak Punia and Sujeet Kalkal late at the Asian Olympic Qualifier. Ravi Dahiya excelled, Jaideep pinned Al Arslan Begenjov. Last chance: World Qualifiers in Turkey.
IS group says four fighters carried out Moscow attack
Islamic State militants attacked Moscow, killing 133. Armed with guns, targeting Christians. Claimed Friday, fighters returned safely. Kremlin silent. 11 arrested, terrorists with Ukraine links. Russia battles IS in Syria.
For Putin, winning reelection could be easier than resolving the many challenges facing Russia
The stalemated war in Ukraine, unyielding Western pressure that compounds Russia's economic problems, and intensifying infighting among the ruling elite will loom over Putin's next term and erode his pledges of stability.
In a worldwide war of words, Russia, China and Iran back Hamas
Iran, Russia and, to a lesser degree, China have used state media and the world's major social networking platforms to support Hamas and undercut Israel, while denigrating Israel's principal ally, the United States.
Israel-Hamas war: 'Dire' disinformation spreads globally
As the war in Middle East intensifies, social media has been able to spread disinformation around the country. The conflict, which has killed over 1,400 people in Israel and more than 8,000 in the Gaza Strip, has triggered a surge in disinformation and hate speech against Muslims and Jews across social media platforms from India to China to the United States.
Benjamin Netanyahu says Gaza ceasefire is akin to Israel 'surrender', 'will not happen'
"Just as the United States would not agree to a ceasefire after the bombing of Pearl Harbor or after the terrorist attack of 9/11, Israel will not agree to a cessation of hostilities with Hamas after the horrific attacks of October 7," Benjamin Netanyahu said at a press conference with foreign journalists.
Telegram to ban channels that called for anti-Semitic riots in Russia's Dagestan
The popular messaging platform Telegram will block channels that called for anti-Semitic violence in Russia's Dagestan region, Telegram founder Pavel Durov said on Monday.
'No excuse for targeting Jews': US envoy condemns violent protests threatening Israelis in Russia
"We condemn the violent protests that have been reported in Russia threatening Israelis and Jews. We call on Russian authorities to ensure their safety. The US stands with Israel and the entire Jewish community as we see a surge in antisemitism throughout the world. There is no excuse for targeting Jews or engaging in antisemitic incitement anywhere," Lipstadt posted on X.
Vladimir Putin prepares Russia for 'Forever War' as efforts to vilify the West continue
"That Prigozhin rebelled was symptomatic of many social problems, but the way he advanced toward Moscow unhindered also demonstrated nervousness about whether all army units would fight," said Alexander Baunov, a senior fellow at the Carnegie Russia Eurasia Center. "Putin clearly did not want to give an order to fire he was unsure would be implemented."
Russia announces new military withdrawal from annexed Crimea
The announcements are the latest reported drawdowns of a Russian military contingent estimated by the West to be more than 100,000 troops, which Washington had said could be preparing to invade.
Russia kills Moscow metro attacks mastermind
Russian security forces on Saturday killed a top militant suspected of organising the deadly attacks on the Moscow metro and who was reportedly married to one of the female suicide bombers.
'Black widows' suspected in Moscow twin blasts
'Black widows' are women who lost their husbands in Chechen wars.
Moscow in mourning, vows to avenge metro bombings
Vladimir Putin vowed those responsible for Monday's bombings would be "destroyed".
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