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Russia launched space weapon in path of US satellite: Pentagon

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Russia has deployed a likely space weapon in the orbit of a US government satellite, according to the Pentagon. The weapon was launched into low Earth orbit on May 16 and is presumed capable of attacking other satellites. The US government is monitoring the situation and remains prepared to protect its interests in space.
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Russia, US clash at UN over nuclear weapons in space

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Russia vetoed a US-drafted UN Security Council resolution aimed at preventing an arms race in outer space. The US accused Russia of developing anti-satellite nuclear weapons for space, which Russia denied. Both countries traded accusations at the UN. The resolution received 13 votes in favor, with China abstaining and Russia casting a veto.
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Russia detains deputy defence minister for corruption

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Russia's Deputy Defence Minister Timur Ivanov has been detained by Russian security services on suspicion of accepting "major bribes" and could face up to 15 years in jail if convicted. His sudden arrest has raised speculation about elite power struggles and a crackdown on corruption within the armed forces. The Kremlin and Defence Ministry have not commented.
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Russia claims West aided Moscow attackers

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FSB head Alexander Bortnikov alleged that Western and Ukrainian special services aided the attackers at a Moscow concert hall, with claims of Ukraine's involvement and the attackers' tie to Western special services. However, Ukraine has strongly refuted these allegations. Russia maintains its belief in Ukraine's connection to the attack, despite ISIS claiming responsibility.
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Russia’s Putin hosts North Korean FM in Kremlin visit

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Russia's President Vladimir Putin hosted North Korea's Foreign Minister Choe Son Hui in a Kremlin visit, underscoring deepening ties. The West has accused Moscow and Pyongyang of cooperating to support Russia’s military intervention in Ukraine. Details of the meeting were not provided, but the visit signifies growing bilateral relations according to both parties.
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Russia reacts to US and UK’s military strikes on Yemen

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Russia strongly criticized the US and UK for their military strikes on Yemen, calling it an irresponsible adventure that could destabilize the Middle East. An ally of Iran, Russia demanded a UN Security Council meeting and condemned the strikes as illegal. It also echoed Saudi Arabia's concerns and emphasized the need for restraint.
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Passenger plane lands on frozen river by mistake

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A Soviet-era Antonov-24 plane carrying 30 passengers landed on a frozen river near an airport in Russia's far east due to pilot error. The Polar Airlines An-24 landed safely on the Kolyma river in the Yakutia region. Fortunately, there were no casualties in the incident.
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Russia warns Japan

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Japan's plan to provide Patriot air defense systems to Ukraine could negatively impact Russia-Japan relations, warns Russian foreign ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova. This move, amid deteriorating ties following Russia's actions in Ukraine, may lead to severe consequences for Japan. The conflict further strains relations, compounded by Japan's military concerns over increased Russian presence on disputed islands.
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‘Russia is waking up’

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MOSCOW: Natalia Yermakova’s husband, Alexander, has been fighting in Ukraine for over a year after responding to Russia President Vladimir Putin’s mobilisation call. Wounded on the battlefield, he was operated on and then sent back to the front after recovering.
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Russia and Saudi Arabia urge all OPEC+ powers to join oil cuts

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In Moscow, the world's top two oil-exporting nations, Saudi Arabia and Russia, issued a joint call on Thursday for all OPEC+ members to join an agreement on output cuts in the interest of the global economy. This plea came shortly after a tense meeting of the OPEC+ producers. Following a hastily arranged visit by Russian President Vladimir Putin to Riyadh to meet Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, a joint statement was released by the Kremlin summarizing their discussions.