Ninety-nine Ukrainian drones downed over Russian regions overnight
29 of them were destroyed over the Belgorod Region
Golden Dome is US attempt to counter Russian hypersonic weapons — expert
Alexander Stepanov added that to ensure strategic dominance in the Arctic, the Pentagon plans to deploy additional ground tracking stations and radar systems in Greenland
US asks Europe to share intelligence on potential targets in Iran — newspaper
According to a source, there are "no indications that President Trump will target nuclear facilities"
Japanese youth celebrate Coming of Age Day
For young Japanese residents, Coming of Age Day is an important occasion that offers an opportunity to look their best
Iranian authorities ready to heed people’s demands, implement reforms — Pezeshkian
Iranian President asserted that the demonstrators are expressing their disagreement with the worsening economic situation, but they are not setting markets on fire or committing criminal acts
Grateful Dead founding member Bob Weir dies at 78
He succumbed to underlying lung issues, the family said
INTERVIEW: Iran won’t shy away from serious negotiations with US — ambassador
Kazem Jalali stated this while answering a question about Iran’s nuclear program
Russian forces launch Oreshnik strike in response to Kiev's attack on Putin's residence
According to the ministry, "the strike goals were achieved"
Ukrainian Security Service head submits his resignation letter — lawmaker
A number of Ukrainian military leaders expressed their dissatisfaction with such plans
Air defenses down three Ukrainian drones over two Russian regions overnight — top brass
Two of them were destroyed over the Moscow Region
Venezuela asks to reopen US embassy in Caracas — Trump
Washington is thinking about it, the US leader said
US wants elections in Venezuela to take place after its recovery — Trump
Donald Trump stressed that it is necessary to "fix up the oil, fix up the country, bring the country back and then have elections"
US operation in Venezuela is 'very bad news' for Zelensky — news outlet
Even in the West, some argue that the US violated international law, the news outlet pointed out
Kiev forces lost over 430 servicemen in Battlegroup Center zone of responsibility
Combined arms units and unmanned systems destroyed eight combat armored vehicles, eight vehicles, and two field artillery pieces
Death toll in Ukraine’s attack on Khorly in Kherson Region rises to 27 people
Thirty-one people, among them five minors were taken to medical institutions with injuries of various severity, Russian Investigative Committee Spokeswoman Svetlana Petrenko said
Ukrainian revanchists may plan terrorist attacks once peace is reached — senator
Konstantin Kosachev said that such groups are quite numerous in Ukraine
Liberation of Kosovtsevo brings area of over 23 sq km under control — security forces
Guardsmen of the 37th Brigade of the 36th Army of the Battlegroup East advanced 4 km inland and 6 km along the front on the western bank of the Gaichur River
Russian diplomat calls Latvia’s arrest of Russian national Guschin politically motivated
Maria Zakharova noted that for decades, the well-known historian, publicist, and lecturer Viktor Gushchin "has played a prominent role in Latvian public life, working exclusively on humanitarian projects related to education"
BRICS has developed criteria for admitting new members — ambassador to Moscow
A candidate country must have good relations with its neighbors and be opposed to unilateral sanctions, Sergio Rodrigues dos Santos noted
MOEX Index up 0.25% as morning trading session opens
As of 7:10 a.m. Moscow time, the MOEX Index was up by 0.29% at 2,733.32 points
Gyumri mayor Vardan Ghukasyan held for two months by Yerevan court
According to the lawyer, Ghukasyan was subjected to harsh treatment by law enforcement officers within a day of his arrest, including being denied food and a change of clothes
Hamas reaffirms commitment to Gaza deal, says continues search for hostages' bodies
Khalil Al-Hayya emphasized that the redical movement was facing serious difficulties in retrieving the bodies
Public trust in Russian army stands at 80% — recent poll
69% of citizens are ready to reduce personal spending, driven by a sense of responsibility for their country
Russian intel chief says US focus on force means readiness to put pressure on partners
Sergey Naryshkin noted that "there are no longer any untouchables"
Oil concentration in Komi's reservoir down by 21 times due to Aeroprobe technology
This concentration of hydrocarbons complies with the Komi Region's cleanup level
Russian diplomat comments on reports of Lavrov-Rubio meeting allegedly put on hold
Sergey Ryabkov pointed out that it was impossible to put on hold what had not been agreed on
European NATO allies gearing up for war with Russia — foreign intel chief
"Mobilization measures and the systematic indoctrination of the population with propaganda about an allegedly inevitable Russian aggression have become routine," Sergey Naryshkin noted
Slovenian foreign minister hopes Budapest talks will promote peace in Ukraine
Tanja Fajon also emphasized the "necessity of Kiev’s involvement" in all peace negotiations
Russia welcomes Afghanistan-Pakistan ceasefire agreement — MFA
According to Russian Foreign Ministry Spokeswoman Maria Zakharova, the commitment of Afghanistan and Pakistan to dialogue and resolving differences through political and diplomatic means is the foundation for maintaining peace between the two countries
Ukraine, Europe should participate in Russia-US discussions on Ukrainian conflict — Macron
Emmanuel Macron said he believes "it is very good when leaders can meet and discuss their bilateral agenda"
Russia ready to send floating power plant to Mauritius — ambassador
Irada Zeilanova noted that such a plant will make it possible to provide the island with green energy during the long period of time
Bank of Russia raises dollar exchange rate to 81.36 rubles for October 21
The official euro exchange rate was lowered by 20 kopecks to 94.3845 rubles
Russian, Ethiopian leaders maintain trust-based dialogue — Russian ambassador
"Regular top-level meetings, including on the sidelines of the Russia-Africa and BRICS summits, help outline strategic areas of cooperation and promptly resolve emerging problems," Yevgeny Terekhin stressed
EU going to achieve 'progress' in expropriating Russian assets at its October summit
The unanimous decision of EU countries is required to approve the decision on the expropriation of Russian assets
No external players able to engineer Middle East space — Russian expert
According to Vasily Kuznetsov, in the current environment, "the issue of the Middle East’s agency is not about what these or those Middle East states want but about what they have to cope with"
Ethiopia may host Russia-Africa 2026 summit, Russian Ambassador says
Ethiopia, where the headquarters of the African Union is located, is rightfully considered the political capital of the continent, Evgeny Teryokhin stressed
Gold prices up 3% on Comex
Silver futures with the settlement in December also edged up by 2.64%
Several Ukrainian ports do not receive ships due to damaged infrastructure
Ukrainian Minister for Communities and Territories Development Alexey Kuleba did not specify which ports were involved
Ukraine was doomed to defeat in any military conflict with Russia — former PM
"With all the problems that exist in Russia, it is about 10 times stronger than Ukraine," Nikolay Azarov noted
Russian pipeline gas supplies to China up 18.9% in January-September
According to updated statistics in the agency's electronic system, Russia is the leading supplier of this energy resource to China
MOEX Index up 4.4% as morning trading session opens
Later, it narrowed gains to 4.06% as it traded at 2,713.76 points
Ukrainian agents detained in St. Petersburg admit guilt
According to them, they joined the terrorist organization in June 2025
Putin, Kim Jong Un hold bilateral meeting
Both leaders were guests of honor at the 80th anniversary celebrations of the victory in the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War
Planned Alaska summit alone is a win for Moscow — Bloomberg columnist
Marc Champion pointed out that this trip to Alaska would strengthen the Russian leader’s international posture and point to Russia’s "long historical reach as a great power"
Russia’s Skat UAV new module helps dodge FPV interceptors in automatic mode
Director of the Kalashnikov Group Division for the Export of Drones and Loitering Munitions Leonid Rokeakh said the drone maintains constant contact with an operator
Trump open to summit with Russia, Ukraine, prepares for meeting with Russia — Reuters
The Kremlin expects the next meeting between the two presidents to take place on Russian soil, Kremlin aide Yuri Ushakov emphasized
Russia-US summit likely to address Arctic cooperation, expert says
US President Donald Trump announced that he expected to meet with Russian leader Vladimir Putin in Alaska on August 15
Yerevan, Baku establish peace between two countries — Armenian PM
Nikol Pashinyan added that the unblocking of regional transportation links would attract billions of investment into the Armenian economy and urged the country’s citizens "to unite around the agenda of peace"
Russian army takes Ukrainian near Volchansk under fire control — expert
Andrey Marochko noted that enemy units located near Volchansk are trying to resist
Moldovan government’s promises to join EU by 2028 are lies — ex-premier
"Moldova is not ready to be a member of the European Union," Vasily Tarlev said
Ukraine loses 9 Starlink stations and 12 drone control points in zone of Battlegroup East
Alexey Yakovlev, head of the grouping's press center, added that over the course of the day, the enemy lost more than 210 servicemen, a tank, three armored combat vehicles and eight automobiles
Ukrainian forces retreating from positions in Dnepropetrovsk Region — security official
According to the official, Novosyolka is the first major logistics hub along this particular section of the front
EU preparing sanctions against China for alleged drone parts supplies to Russia — Politico
Reports appeared earlier in Western mass media concerning the alleged supplies of motors for drones of the Chinese origin under the guise of commercial refrigeration units in circumvention of Western sanctions
Explosions sound in southern, western Ukraine
Explosions took place in the city of Starokonstantinov, which hosts a military airfield
Three unidentified drones entered restricted airspace over nuclear plant in Japan
No damage was inflicted, according to Kyodo news agency
At least 12 people killed in Cambodian strikes on Thailand — health minister
Cambodia's actions, including the attack on a Thai hospital, should be considered war crimes, Somsak Thepsuthin said
Lavrov, Xi Jinping discuss preparations for Putin's visit to China
"Xi welcomed the upcoming visit to China of the Russian leader, with whom he shares a long-standing and strong friendship," the Russian Foreign Ministry said
Female agent of Ukraine nabbed in Crimea for plotting to blow up Russian officer’s car
Criminal charges of committing a terrorist act and high treason are pending against the detainee
Gelendzhik Airport ready to arrivals, departures from July 10 — air regulator
The airport was closed in February 2022
Insurance costs for ships in Red Sea surging dramatically — FT
According to Marsh McLennan dealing with risk management, the coverage of hostilities-related risks grew by July 8 to 1% of the total ship value, compared to the maximum of 0.4% before the Houthis attacked a Hellenic cargo ship