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Lavrov in China to coordinate on global issues

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov arrived in Beijing for a two-day official visit aimed at strengthening coordination between Russia and China on key international and regional issues. The visit comes at a time of heightened diplomatic activity, particularly in relation to ongoing tensions in the......

Eni CEO urges EU to rethink Russian gas ban before April 25 deadline

Claudio Descalzi, CEO of Italian energy giant Eni, called on the European Union Sunday to reconsider its plan to phase out Russian gas imports starting in early 2027. He warned the bloc lacks clear alternatives to replace the supplies it plans to cut. Speaking at a League party event, Descalzi questioned......

Russia and Ukraine resume drone attacks after easter truce ends

Russia and Ukraine have resumed large-scale drone strikes following the end of a short Easter truce, highlighting the continued intensity of the conflict between the two countries. According to Ukrainian military sources, Russia launched dozens of drones overnight, most of which were intercepted by......

Political tensions escalate in Poland as Tusk accuses rivals of pro-Russian stance

Political tensions in Poland have intensified as Prime Minister Donald Tusk sharply criticized his political rivals, accusing them of aligning with interests linked to Vladimir Putin. Speaking at a major political gathering, Tusk alleged that members of the opposition, including allies of President......

Indonesia’s President Prabowo plans visit to Russia for talks with Putin

Indonesia’s president, Prabowo Subianto, is expected to travel to Russia in the coming days for high-level talks with President Vladimir Putin, according to Indonesian officials. The planned visit highlights growing diplomatic engagement between Indonesia and Russia at a time of shifting global......

Orban leans toward Russia over Ukraine ahead of Hungarian elections

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban has adopted a pro-Russian stance in the lead-up to the country’s parliamentary elections on April 12, using Ukraine as a focal point in his political messaging. Analysts say this strategy is designed to divert attention from domestic social issues, where his......

China signals cooperation with Russia to reduce tensions in the Middle East

China has expressed its readiness to work closely with Russia in an effort to ease rising tensions in the Middle East, according to recent diplomatic statements. The announcement followed a conversation between Wang Yi and Sergei Lavrov, highlighting a shared interest in promoting stability in the region. Beijing......

Slovak PM urges EU to lift Russian oil and gas sanctions to strengthen energy security

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico called on the European Union to lift sanctions on Russian oil and gas imports, restore flows through the Druzhba pipeline, and seek a resolution to the war in Ukraine, emphasizing the need to address the ongoing energy crisis. Speaking after a discussion with Hungarian......

Pope Leo XIV calls Herzog and Zelensky on Good Friday to urge peace

Pope Leo XIV held separate telephone conversations with Israeli President Isaac Herzog and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Good Friday, April 3, 2026, pressing both leaders to pursue diplomatic paths to end the wars ravaging the Middle East and Ukraine. The calls, confirmed by the Vatican in......

Hegseth says US is directly confronting Russia and China over support for Iran

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth issued a pointed warning to Russia and China on Tuesday over their alleged support for Iran, saying the United States is addressing the matter directly as the war enters its fifth week with no diplomatic breakthrough in sight. Speaking at a Pentagon briefing alongside......

Hungary Foreign Minister accused of sharing sensitive EU information with Russia

Hungary’s Foreign Minister Peter Szijjarto is facing allegations of sharing sensitive European Union discussions with Russia, according to recent media reports citing European security officials. The claims suggest that Szijjarto maintained regular contact with Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov,......

Zelenskiy calls on allies to maintain pressure on Russia ahead of US talks

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy urged international partners on Sunday to continue applying sanctions pressure on Russia, ahead of a second day of discussions between Ukrainian and U.S. delegations aimed at exploring ways to end the four-year conflict. The war began after Russia launched a full-scale......

Former FBI director Robert Mueller dies at 81 as Trump reacts

Robert Mueller, the former special counsel who led the high-profile investigation into Russian interference in the 2016 U.S. election, has died at the age of 81. His passing was confirmed by his family, marking the end of a long career in public service and law enforcement. Mueller, a former director......

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