US finds it harder to engage with Ukraine than with Russia — Trump
The US leader noted that the Russian side "has all the cards"
British will have to return to Russia everything being "generously given away" — Volodin
According to the Speaker of the Russian State Duma, Russia now "has every reason to respond in a similar way and confiscate British property" located in our country
Poland to seek access to nuclear weapons — PM
According to the Polish prime minister, the political negotiations with France on the nuclear umbrella are "at a very advanced stage"
Serbian army unit to participate in Victory Day Parade in Moscow on May 9 — Kremlin
Aleksandar Vucic also reaffirmed that he would come to Moscow for the celebration of the 80th anniversary of the Soviet Union’s Victory in the Great Patriotic War
Vucic confirms plan to attend Victory Parade in Moscow in 'great' phone call with Putin
Among other issues, the two leaders discussed political cooperation and the need for more intergovernmental work to restore bilateral trade and boost economic ties between their countries in what Vucic called a meaningful phone call
Trump anticipating things when calling for complete denuclearization — Russian diplomat
Mikhail Ulyanov noted that some cuts or arms control measures were "quite understandable"
Russian troops liberate four communities in Donetsk region over week — top brass
Russia’s Battlegroup Dnepr inflicted roughly 575 casualties on Ukrainian troops and destroyed two enemy ammunition depots in its area of responsibility over the week, the ministry reported
FACTBOX: What we know about clashes between security forces, Assad supporters in Syria
The domestic security authority imposed curfews in Latakia, Tartus, and Homs amid ongoing clashes that have become the fiercest since the change of power in Syria in December 2024
Press review: EU boosts Kiev’s military power while London disrupts Ukraine peace talks
Top stories from the Russian press on Friday, March 7th
Hungary’s Orban questions EU’s capacity to provide more military aid to Ukraine
The Brussels summit showed that, further down the road, "the Europeans would like to sponsor the Ukrainian army"
IN BRIEF: What we know about explosions and impact on infrastructure in Ukraine
An air alert was announced throughout the country at night
Hungary to hold referendum on Ukraine’s accession to EU — premier
Previously, Orban has repeatedly said that at this point, Ukraine’s EU membership would deal irreparable damage to Europe’s agriculture and the economy in general
US encouraged by signals from Kiev, but aid still ‘on pause’ — defense secretary
Peter Hegseth said his country was "interested in creating the conditions for peace."
Russia ready for negotiations on Ukraine, but no temporary ceasefire — ambassador to UK
Andrey Kelin dismissed the idea of a temporary ceasefire, previously put forward by French President Emmanuel Macron
Press Review
- Press review: EU boosts Kiev’s military power while London disrupts Ukraine peace talksTop stories from the Russian press on Friday, March 7th
- Press review: Zelensky seeks talks as Europe hesitates to introduce military serviceTop stories from the Russian press on Thursday, March 6th
- Press review: EU opposition backs US aligned approach as Russia mediates talks with IranTop stories from the Russian press on Wednesday, March 5th
- Press review: Europe pushes for Ukraine peace as Israel warns of renewed Gaza operationTop stories from the Russian press on Tuesday, March 4th
- Press review: US-Ukraine clash may affect peace and Europe could support Kiev post-TrumpTop stories from the Russian press on Monday, March 3rd
Press releases
- Submission of applications for the Eventiada Awards will last until September 30
- Ak Bars Finance is renamed as AKBFThe rebranding is related to the change of the shareholder
- New leadership navigates China on right courseSenior officials have strong expertise, rich local-level experience, analysts say
- Ak Bars Bank: the bank is not a subsidiary or dependent company with the Ak Bars HoldingThe bank chose snow leopard as a corporate symbol many years ago
- China plans reducing the academic burden on primary and middle school studentsThe country will promote the high-quality, well-balanced development and urban-rural integration of its nine-year compulsory education system
US froze military aid to Kiev because Zelensky took it for granted — intelligence chief
According to Tulsi Gabbard, US President Donald Trump thus sent a signal to Vladymyr Zelensky
Europe not to win arms race against Russia as Moscow has no intention of joining — Kremlin
"We will focus on our own matters and secure our own interests," Dmitry Peskov emphasized
Russia’s defense chief inspects laser innovations at Sarov federal nuclear center
Andrey Belousov held a working meeting with the heads of the Russian Federal Nuclear Center and specialized military agencies
Ukraine's attacks on IAEA staff at Zaporozhye nuke plant cannot be left unpunished — envoy
Ukraine had violated written guarantees to ensure the safety of the IAEA observers at the Zaporozhye NPP more than once, Mikhail Ulyanov noted
International Criminal Court: at a crossroads or at an impasse?
Ovechkin just nine goals away from Gretzky’s all-time NHL record
Canadian-American ice hockey star Wayne Gretzky played for four different NHL teams between 1979 and 1999, scoring more goals than anyone in history during his 20-year career
Lavrov compares Macron to Hitler, Napoleon
"Because they stated openly: 'We must conquer Russia, we must defeat Russia'," the top Russian diplomat said
IN BRIEF: Lavrov comments on Macron’s `nervous’ remarks, Ukraine peacekeeping plan
According to the Russian foreign minister, the French leader’s nuclear rhetoric presents a threat to Russia, while Moscow remains open to a frank dialogue with all parties
Russia won’t tolerate NATO contingents in Ukraine, Lavrov says
This would mean a direct, official, open involvement of NATO countries in the war against Russia, the Russian top diplomat emphasized
Polish PM highlights need for Europe to enter arms race with Russia
According to Donald Tusk, initiatives aimed at increasing funding for the defense industry mark the first step along this path
Kremlin does not consider US friendly nation
"However, we are currently working to revive and restore bilateral relations," Dmitry Peskov stated
IN BRIEF: What is known about accidental bomb release in South Korea
Local residents have been advised to evacuate during the operation
MFA calls on Macron to apologize to French people for lying about Ukraine settlement
Maria Zakharova recalled that the ex-French president and former German Chancellor Angela Merkel "confessed, not under torture or pressure, that they were not going to fulfill the Minsk accords for all seven years, because they had a different plan"
Press review: Zelensky seeks talks as Europe hesitates to introduce military service
Top stories from the Russian press on Thursday, March 6th
At least 15 injured as South Korean jet 'accidentally' drops bomb near Seoul
Seven buildings, including a church, were damaged in the city
France continues to provide intelligence to Ukraine — top defense official
"We transfer the information we have to the Ukrainian side," Sebastien Lecornu emphasized