(2025-10-09). EU imposes professional ban on German citizen, critical journalist Hàºseyin Doƒüru. wsws.org For the first time, the European Union has imposed sweeping sanctions on German citizens and journalists as part of its sanctions package against Russia.
(2025-10-09). Iran, Russia Advance Cooperation on SMRs. tn.ai TEHRAN (Tasnim) — A delegation from Russia's Rosatom visited Tehran to discuss expanding cooperation with the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran, focusing on small modular reactor (SMR) development and large-scale nuclear power projects, including 1,250-megawatt reactors.
(2025-10-09). No to Trump: Why Afghanistan's neighbours have opposed US Bagram plan. aljazeera.com Regional powers gather in Moscow to discuss Afghanistan's future, signalling a new phase of post-US diplomacy.
(2025-10-09). Afghan FM Muttaqi begins first India visit. geo.tv 
Afghanistan´s Foreign Minister Amir Khan Muttaqi attends the Moscow Format consultations on Afghanistan, in Moscow on October 7, 2025. — AFP
(2025-10-09). Golden autumn harvest festival in full swing in Moscow. ecns.cn
(2025-10-09). Facts and Figures for ICRC Activities in Donetsk and Luhansk. icrc.org
(2025-10-08). Putin says Russia seized nearly 5,000 sq km of Ukraine, holds full strategic control. geo.tv 
Russian President Vladimir Putin chairs a meeting with members of the Security Council via a video link at the Novo-Ogaryovo state residence outside Moscow, Russia, October 7, 2025. — ReutersPutin says…
(2025-10-08). Iran—Russia treaty to shift regional power balance, says Russian Scholar. tehrantimes.com TEHRAN — Following the official activation of the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership Treaty between Tehran and Moscow, Iran and Russia have entered a new phase in their long-standing relationship. The 20-year agreement, encompassing cooperation in defense, energy, technology, and finance, is widely regarded as a milestone in strengthening bilateral and regional ties.