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Ukrainian Attacks Kill 2 in Belgorod and Target Wildberries Warehouse in Urals

Wildberries suspended operations and evacuated workers at its local logistics facility in the city of Yekaterinburg.

Major Russian Black Sea Oil Terminal Halts Operations Amid Ukrainian Drone Threat

The Sheskharis terminal in the Black Sea port of Novorossiysk has not loaded any tankers since Tuesday morning, Bloomberg reported.

'Chastity or Passion?': Orthodox Priests Bring ‘Chastity Lessons’ to Russian Schools

Amid Russia's demographic crisis, priests lead classes on abstinence before marriage, discourage abortion and reinforce "traditional family values."

Wildberries Freezes Loan Repayments for Merchants After Drone Strikes

The three-month payment pause will apply automatically through the company’s in-house financial services through the end of October.

Putin Visits Siberian Factory Producing Delayed Russian Airliner

The Kremlin said Vladimir Putin toured the Irkutsk Aviation Plant, which is producing Russia’s long-delayed MC-21 passenger jet.

Russia Bans Armenian Dairy Imports Over Alleged Health Violations

The ban follows a raft of Russian restrictions on the import and transit of Armenian food products this summer.

Russian Central Bank Warns of Higher Inflation as It Lowers Key Rate to 14%

The modest decrease comes despite concerns that Ukrainian attacks on oil refineries and commercial sites will fuel a renewed inflation surge.

Where Can Russian Athletes Compete After the IOC’s Provisional Ban Lift?

The Moscow Times has compiled a list detailing where and how Russian athletes can currently compete on the international stage.

Russia Among Dozens of Countries Targeted by New Trump Tariffs

The White House accused Russia and other countries of failing to enact or effectively enforce bans on goods produced with forced labor.

At Least 6 Dead After Ukrainian Drones Hit Wildberries Warehouses and Industrial Facility

The online retailer said its logistics centers in St. Petersburg and the Leningrad region, as well as in annexed Crimea, were hit overnight.

Regions Calling: Russia’s Independent Candidates Face Their Toughest Election Yet

Many Russians are frustrated with the war and the economy. Can this help candidates trying to challenge the political status quo?

Kazakhstan Cuts Oil Production Following Drone Strikes on Black Sea Tankers

Russia has accused Ukraine of targeting oil tankers off its southern Black Sea coast to disrupt the global energy market.

Warplane Crashes During Training Flight in Moscow Region

The pilot ejected safely from the unarmed aircraft, military officials told state media.

Communist Party Official Killed in Ukrainian Drone Attack in Belgorod

Alexander Logvinov, who headed the Communist Party’s Belgorod city branch, was killed on Tuesday, party officials said.

Rubio Says U.S. Remains Committed to Ukraine Peace Talks After Meeting With Lavrov

Rubio said President Donald Trump had made clear that the United States was prepared to help facilitate an end to a "senseless war" if the opportunity...

Kyrgyzstan Urges Citizens in Russia to Exercise Caution Following Drone Attacks on Wildberries Warehouses

Two Kyrgyz citizens were among more than 70 people injured over the weekend during Ukrainian attacks on Wildberries facilities.

EU Agrees 21st Sanctions Package Against Russia

Greece received an exemption allowing its shipping firms to continue transporting Russian liquefied natural gas from the Arctic.

3 Killed as Wave of Ukrainian Drones Strikes Southern Russia and Crimea

In Voronezh, falling drone debris triggered a fire at a residence that killed a three-year-old boy, local officials said.

German Nuclear Fuel Plant Cleared to Work With Russia's Rosatom

There is so far no EU agreement on an extension of sanctions on Russia to the nuclear power sector.

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