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Finally, a Russian scientist puts an American conspiracy theory to rest
A persistent conspiracy theory in the US claims the 1969 Apollo 11 moon landing was faked, suggesting NASA staged photos and videos. Russian scientist Yury Borisov, head of Roscosmos, confirmed the authenticity of lunar soil samples provided by the US, potentially discrediting the conspiracy. Russia's lunar mission failed in 2023, while India and China have successfully landed on the moon.
Vladimir Putin thanks North Korean leader Kim Jong Un for unwavering support at summit, including on Ukraine
An honour guard including mounted soldiers, and a large crowd of civilians gathered at the square by the Taedong River running through the capital. The scene included children holding balloons, and giant portraits of the two leaders with national flags adorning the Grand People's Study Hall.
Putin says Islamists carried out concert attack, implies Ukraine had a role
Putin's remarks, to a Kremlin meeting devoted to measures taken in response to the attack, were delivered as France joined the U.S. in saying intelligence indicated Islamic State was responsible.
Russia to test launch seven intercontinental ballistic missiles in 2024 -Ifax
Russia gave the United States at least 24 hours notice of such launches and Washington afforded Moscow the same courtesy, Interfax cited Karakayev as telling the Russia's army's official Red Star newspaper.
Kazakhstan confirms nationalisation of ArcelorMittal biz
Kazakhstan President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev ordered the government to stop investment cooperation with ArcelorMittal Temirtau after the accident at the Kostenko mine near the city of Karaganda, Interfax reported. The government said on Saturday that it has reached a preliminary agreement with the shareholders of ArcelorMittal Temirtau and is preparing the transaction to transfer ownership of the enterprise in favor of the Republic of Kazakhstan.
Russian, North Korean foreign ministers meet amid Western suspicions about weapons transfers
The foreign ministers of Russia and North Korea met in Pyongyang to discuss military ties, amidst accusations from the United States that North Korea has been sending munitions to Russia to support its war efforts in Ukraine. Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov thanked North Korea for its support in the war on Ukraine and highlighted the strengthening strategic relationship between the two countries.
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Putin to call Israeli, Arab leaders as Gaza fears grow
Russian President Vladimir Putin is planning to call Israeli and Arab leaders to discuss the Gaza offensive and the potential for wider conflict in the region. Russia has been advocating for talks to end the conflict and has already spoken to the presidents of Syria and Iran. Putin is also scheduled to speak with the presidents of Egypt and Palestine, as well as Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Russia, which has been involved in its own conflict in Ukraine, has called for a ceasefire and offered itself as a mediator.
Putin in Kyrgyzstan for first trip abroad since court arrest warrant
Russian President Vladimir Putin has arrived in Kyrgyzstan, his first visit abroad since an arrest warrant was issued for him by the International Criminal Court (ICC) in March. The warrant was issued over the deportation of Ukrainian children, and requires ICC members to arrest Putin if he sets foot on their territory. Putin is due to meet with his Kyrgyz counterpart and take part in a summit. This comes as Russia's isolation grows, with Putin planning visits to North Korea and China.
Putin and Xi to meet in Beijing in October, Russia says
Russian President Vladimir Putin is set to travel to Beijing in October for talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping, marking his first known trip abroad since the International Criminal Court (ICC) issued an arrest warrant against him. The Kremlin's chief's visit to China comes amidst the West's attempts to contain both Russia and China, which is expected to deepen cooperation between the two nations.
North Korea's Kim boards train bound for Russia and summit with Putin, say reports
North Korea is one of the few countries to have openly supported Russia since the invasion of Ukraine last year, and Putin pledged last week to "expand bilateral ties in all respects in a planned way by pooling efforts." Kim's last trip abroad in 2019 was also to Vladivostok for his first summit with Putin after the collapse of North Korea's nuclear disarmament talks with former U.S. President Donald Trump.
Indian Oil exec expects Russia to make up 30% of company's imports this year
"(The) share of Russian crude oil imports, which was less than 2% in '21/22 has increased 10 times, to around 20% in India’s buy of crude oil imports," Vinod Kumar told a panel at the St Petersburg International Economic Forum.
Russia says it launched missile strikes against Ukraine on Saturday - Interfax
Russia's defence ministry said on Sunday its forces had launched a wave of missile strikes against Ukrainian military and infrastructure sites on Saturday, the Interfax news agency reported.
Russian troops to hold drills in Ukraine's neighbour Belarus
In October, Belarus announced the formation of a joint regional force with Moscow with several thousand Russian servicemen arriving in the ex-Soviet country.
Russia to focus on nuclear arms infrastructure in 2023: State media
"When preparing the list of major construction facilities for 2023, special attention will be paid to construction in the interests of the strategic nuclear forces," Defence Minister Sergei Shoigu was quoted by RIA news agency as saying.
Google fined $390 million in Russia for not deleting banned content - Interfax
This was the second fine based on a percentage of Google's turnover in Russia after a penalty worth more than 7 billion roubles late last year.
Ready to significantly increase food and fertiliser exports, says Russian Dy Foreign Minister
According to Rylko, Russia’s export potential for the current agricultural year (July 2022 to June 2023) will also grow – for wheat, from 42 million to 44 million tons; for overall grain production, from 52 million to 56.1 million tons.
Russia says Ukraine must recognise 'territorial reality' for peace - Interfax
Russia says Ukraine must recognise 'territorial reality' for peace - Interfax
Google's Russian subsidiary submits bankruptcy declaration, reports Interfax
Google's subsidiary had announced plans to file for bankruptcy in May after authorities seized its bank account, making it impossible to pay staff and vendors.
Russian forces destroy Ukrainian military convoy: Interfax
"Attack helicopters KA-52 ... destroyed weapons and military equipment of the armed forces of Ukraine," the agency cited the ministry as saying in a statement.
Russia may suspend grain exports until June 30: Interfax
"The agriculture ministry and the trade ministry have prepared a draft government decree that would introduce a temporary ban on exports of the main grains from Russia from March 15 to June 30," Interfax quoted the agriculture ministry as saying.
Russia space agency head says satellite hacking would justify war -report
Roscosmos head Dmitry Rogozin denied media reports that Russian satellite control centres have already been hacked amid Moscow's invasion of Ukraine, while warning against any attempts to do so, Interfax news agency reported.
Russia sends two S-400 battalions to Belarus for drills - Interfax
Russian military forces and hardware began arriving in Belarus this week for the "Allied Resolve" drills to be held near the former Soviet republic's western border with NATO members Poland and Lithuania, and close to its southern flank with Ukraine.
Kazakhstan declares nationwide state of emergency
Russian news agencies Interfax, TASS and RIA Novosti reported the state of emergency, quoting a statement shown on Kazakh state television. States of emergency had earlier been imposed in the epicentres of the rallies -- financial capital Almaty, the Mangystau province, and capital Nur-Sultan.
Russia says British jets escorted its nuclear-capable bombers
"Two Tu-160 long-range strategic missile carriers performed a scheduled flight in the airspace above the neutral waters of the Barents, Norwegian and North Seas," the ministry was quoted as saying by the Russian news agency on Saturday.
Russia and Myanmar cooperating on military equipment supplies: Interfax
Rights activists have accused Moscow of legitimising Myanmar's junta, which seized power in a Feb. 1 coup, by continuing bilateral visits and arms deals.
Contact lost with plane in Russia's Far East, 28 on board: Reports
The An-26 was flying from Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky to Palana in the Kamchatka Peninsula when it did not make a scheduled call-in, the Interfax, RIA Novosti and TASS agencies quoted local officials as saying. The report said the 28 on board included six crew members and that there were one or two children among the passengers.
Russia's CoviVac more than 80% effective against COVID-19: Ifax
Russia's third vaccine against COVID-19, CoviVac, is more than 80% effective according to preliminary data, the Interfax news agency cited the vaccine's developer as saying on Wednesday.
Russia promises reciprocal response after Italy expels two diplomats
Moscow on Wednesday promised a reciprocal response after Italy said it had expelled two Russian officials over a suspected spying case, the Interfax news agency cited a Russian lawmaker as saying.
Ukraine in talks with India on COVID-19 vaccine supply: Interfax
"Negotiations are underway with an Indian manufacturer, Serum Institute, which can produce the American Novovax vaccine and has the ability to produce the AstraZeneca vaccine at the moment," Interfax quoted Ihor Ivashchenko as saying.
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