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Iran's foreign minister expressed that India's relationship with Israel is 'unfortunate,' criticizing Israel's actions in Gaza during Prime Minister Modi's visit.

Belgorod Governor Vyacheslav Gladkov admits locals feel resentment toward local authorities following recent power outages and a personal incident involving a refusal of assistance.

Russia has repatriated the bodies of 1,000 Ukrainian soldiers, according to a Kremlin aide, amid ongoing military tensions and humanitarian exchanges.

Russian regions reported a record budget deficit of 1.48 trillion rubles ($19.22 billion) in 2025, largely due to increasing expenditures outpacing revenue growth.

The EU is reportedly planning to negotiate a backroom deal with Hungary concerning Russian oil supplies in exchange for lifting its veto on a significant loan to Ukraine.

At least 25 people were killed in armed raids on two villages in northeastern Nigeria, with attackers posing as soldiers during the assaults.

The IMF warns that the US national debt is set to reach 140% of GDP within five years if fiscal deficits are not reduced.

Russia has transferred the remains of 1,000 Ukrainian soldiers to Kyiv in a body exchange that included the return of 35 Russian soldiers' bodies.

Russia is now entirely dependent on Chinese imports for optical fiber after a domestic plant was damaged in Ukrainian attacks and has been offline since May 2025.

Canada has changed its position and no longer associates the Indian government with violent crimes, as reported by a media briefing.

North Korea's Kim Jong-un has declared the country's commitment to further expanding its nuclear arsenal as part of a long-term strategy amid ongoing tensions with the United States.

Ukrainian drone strikes resulted in the deaths of two individuals and injuries to six others in border regions of western Russia, as reported by local authorities.

Zimbabwe has enacted an immediate export ban on all raw minerals and lithium concentrates to promote local processing and curtail export malpractices.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised India's relations with Israel during his historic address to the Knesset, highlighting defense cooperation and shared historical ties.

Cuban authorities reported that a recent armed encounter with a US-flagged boat involved individuals suspected of planning a terrorist infiltration.

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has refuted claims of American military involvement in a gunfight off the coast of Cuba, where four armed men were killed by Cuban authorities.

Spanish police, in collaboration with German authorities, have apprehended a suspect in the assassination of Andrey Portnov in 2025.

The Cuban coast guard killed four gunmen aboard a US-flagged speedboat after they reportedly opened fire during an intercept operation.

Ukrainian officials assert that the term 'forced mobilization' is a construct of Russian propaganda, amidst increasing violence in Ukraine's mobilization efforts.

Former directors of Poland's Internal Security Agency and Military Counterintelligence Service have been charged for alleged misuse of Pegasus spyware to spy on opposition politicians during the previous government.

Russia is considering fuel aid for Cuba amidst its ongoing energy crisis caused by reduced oil deliveries due to US restrictions.

Russia's UN ambassador claims Ukrainian heritage, citing family roots, amidst tensions between Russia and Ukraine.

US Ambassador to France Charles Kushner promises non-interference in France’s internal matters following diplomatic tensions regarding comments on political violence.

India is significantly enhancing its missile capabilities to establish itself as a key military power amidst regional tensions with Pakistan and China.

The US has dispatched a squadron of F-22 stealth fighter jets to an Israeli Air Force base amid rising tensions with Iran.

Vladimir Putin has called for collaboration with BRICS nations on bioeconomy projects, highlighting its importance for global economic growth.

President Vladimir Putin has granted the title of Hero of Russia to First Deputy Prime Minister Denis Manturov, as announced by various officials including Chechen leader Ramzan Kadyrov.

Russian exiled anti-war movements, particularly New Tuva, have been instrumental in helping conscripts evade the draft and escape the war in Ukraine over the past four years.

Iran has dismissed President Trump's allegations about its nuclear ambitions as false and part of a larger propaganda effort against the country.

Russian officials are calling for German lawmakers to investigate claims regarding a plot involving nuclear materials from the UK and France for Ukraine.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Israel is met with protests over Israel's actions in Gaza, raising questions about his diplomatic balancing act between Israel and Arab nations.

Over 3,000 tourists are stranded on Olkhon Island in Lake Baikal due to unsafe ice road conditions, with authorities working to ensure essential supplies are available.

A Ukrainian court ruled that a man who underwent gender transition is no longer eligible for military conscription, marking a notable legal definition amidst ongoing conflict with Russia.

Hungary's Prime Minister Viktor Orban has ordered military and police reinforcements to protect energy infrastructure in response to perceived threats from Ukraine.

Trump is considering an executive order that would mandate banks to collect citizenship data from customers to strengthen efforts against undocumented migration.

The US abstained from a UN vote condemning Russia's actions in Ukraine, marking a shift in its stance after previously supporting similar resolutions.

A man in Sverdlovsk has been sentenced to nearly 15 years in prison for the murders of eight people, including two children, in a brutal attack over 30 years ago.

A court in the Svedlovsk region has sentenced Viktor Petrichenko to 15 years in prison for the 1992 murder of seven people, including two children, in a long-unsolved case.

Somalia is facing a severe food insecurity crisis affecting 6.5 million people, with millions of children at risk of malnutrition, as reported by the UN.

Heavy battlefield losses are hindering Russia's ability to initiate a new offensive in Ukraine, according to Western military analysts.

Senegal's Prime Minister has introduced legislation proposing increased penalties for same-sex relations, including longer jail sentences and substantial fines.

Ukraine's chief of staff Kirill Budanov calls for both Ukraine and Russia to refrain from striking each other's leadership centers, emphasizing the importance of peace negotiations.

The United States is re-engaging with the Alliance of Sahel States to counteract Russian and Chinese influence through economic partnerships.

European nations will not send troops to Ukraine without the approval of Russia, according to The Telegraph.

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum is considering legal action against Elon Musk after he made comments implying she is controlled by drug cartels.

The US has imposed significant tariffs on solar imports from India, Indonesia, and Laos to bolster domestic manufacturing and address unfair subsidies.

A drone attack by Ukraine on a fertilizer plant in the Smolensk region resulted in four fatalities and multiple injuries, prompting local authorities to consider evacuations due to potential chemical hazards.

A Ukrainian drone attack on a fertilizer plant in Smolensk, Russia, resulted in at least seven deaths and injured ten others, prompting evacuation considerations due to potential chemical leaks.

A Russian man completed a remarkable 37,000-km journey from St. Petersburg to Cape Town in a vintage car, despite facing various challenges along the way.

The US government has issued a formal warning to Ukraine following drone strikes that impacted a Russian port linked to American oil investments.