(2025-08-01). Putin: Russia needs lasting peace. eng.belta.by "Russia | needs a lasting peace based on solid foundations that would satisfy both Russia | and Ukraine while ensuring the security of both countries," Vladimir Putin | said.
(2025-08-01). Lukashenko criticizes Trump's deadlines, urges more cautious approach. eng.belta.by Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko commented on the deadlines set by U.S. President Donald Trump for Russia to end the military conflict in Ukraine.
(2025-08-01). Putin: EU has no sovereignty at all. eng.belta.by It has become clear that the European Union has no sovereignty at all, Russian President Vladimir Putin said during a meeting with Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko on Valaam Island, Republic of Karelia, Russia on 1 August.
(2025-08-01). Putin thanks Lukashenko for assistance in peace talks with Ukraine. eng.belta.by Russia is grateful to Belarus for its assistance in the peace process with Ukraine, Russian President Vladimir Putin said as he took questions from journalists during a meeting with Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko on Valaam Island, BelTA learned.
(2025-08-01). Lukashenko reiterates call for EU to re-engage with Russia. eng.belta.by "They shouldn't be locking horns with us, but seek common ground. The European Union and Russia, if united, would become an unstoppable force. Unfortunately, they [EU politicians] fail to grasp this," the head of state said.
(2025-08-01). Putin: Detailed Talks Needed to End War. english.almanar.com.lb 
Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Friday that "detailed talks" are necessary in order to end the war in Ukraine, adding that Russia is "ready to wait" if the Ukrainian government believes that now is not the time for negotiations. He said that Ukraine's initial reaction to the proposal to create bilateral working groups was …
(2025-08-01). Lukashenko, Putin reaffirm plans to deploy Oreshnik missiles in Belarus by year end. eng.belta.by The Russian leader said: "We have made the first batch-produced Oreshnik complex. The first batch-produced missile. And it has been delivered to the army. Now the series is operational."
(2025-08-01). Russia Responds with Hypersonics to Trump's '10 Days' Threat Theatrics. America's Insatiable Hunger for Neocolonies Worldwide. Drago Bosnic. globalresearch.ca As American President Donald Trump continues to live in a fantasy land of "tariffs that can defeat Russia", the latter is sending a very clear message — multiple hypersonic strikes obliterating the NATO-backed Ukraine Neo-Nazi junta forces. Namely,
(2025-08-01). Lukashenko comments on possible involvement in Ukraine peace talks. eng.belta.by Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko addressed journalists' questions about Belarus' possible involvement in Ukraine peace talks during his meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin on Valaam Island, BelTA learned.
(2025-08-01). Pakistan secures 'landmark' tariff deal as US attitude shifts. dawn.com 
• No official word from US; PM Shehbaz thanks Trump
| • Islamabad says agreement includes reduction of tariffs; diplomatic circles believe US will charge 15-20pc on Pakistani goods
| • Trump rails against India, Russia; many countries still in a lurch as tariff deadline expires | WASHINGTON: A day after signing an
(2025-08-01). Largest China-Russia Land Port Reinvents Itself as Industrial Hub. infobrics.org As China's largest land port, Manzhouli is expanding beyond its traditional role as a "transit station." By promoting local processing of grain, oil and timber, the city is steadily evolving into a regional industrial hub…
(2025-08-01). Putin: Russia expects Ukraine negotiation process to continue. eng.belta.by Russia hopes that the negotiations with Ukraine will continue, Russian President Vladimir Putin said as he took questions from journalists during a meeting with Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko.
(2025-08-01). Tulsi Gabbard's Report on Obama's "Treasonous Conspiracy" to Undermine the First Trump Presidency. Paul Dragu. globalresearch.ca In the summer of 2016, months before the public was hit with a barrage of headlines about Donald Trump's supposed electoral collusion with the Russians, American intelligence agencies had already learned of a plan by Hillary Clinton to plant that …
(2025-08-01). Lukashenko proposes to build Belarusian church on Valaam Island. eng.belta.by Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko suggested building a Belarusian church at the Valaam Monastery as he met with Russian President Vladimir Putin on Valaam Island, Republic of Karelia, Russia on 1 August.
(2025-08-01). Belarus names most popular rail destinations in Russia. eng.belta.by The Belarusian rail service operates 19 border checkpoints with neighboring railway administrations. Due to current circumstances and restrictions, only 10 are operational, including six with the Russian Federation.
(2025-08-01). Trump is right about Indian economy, says Rahul Gandhi. dawn.com • US president criticises India for doing business with Russia, describing both economies as 'dead'
| • Medvedev brushes aside Trump's attack | NEW DELHI: By declaring the Indian economy as dead in the water on Thursday, President Donald Trump has put Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his party in a bind. Until recently, the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party was canvassing support for the US president's election. Its supporters were holding special prayers and muttering mystical chants for Trump's victory. There was at least one temple created where a sculptured image of Trump…
(2025-08-01). Kremlin steps up internet censorship. wsws.org The new law means virtually unlimited possibilities for restricting what remains of internet freedom in Russia.
(2025-08-01). Ukraine reports new Russian glide bomb. longwarjournal.org Russia has employed a new guided glide bomb in Ukraine that appears to be a more powerful derivative of a similar munition introduced last year. The latest weapon is part of Russian efforts to develop a growing variety of cheap standoff munitions.
(2025-08-01). The Special Tribunal for Ukraine: A Flawed Pursuit of Justice. plusnews.ug 
The proposed Special Tribunal for the Crime of Aggression against Ukraine, championed by the United States and its European allies, is being framed as a landmark effort to hold Russian officials accountable for their role in the ongoing conflict. Yet, this initiative reeks of selective justice, double standards, and a troubling politicization of international law …
(2025-08-01). Belarusian Gosstandart: Standardization is a market-shaping tool today. eng.belta.by Standardization is more than just a set of rules or requirements. It is a tool for influencing markets, Yelena Morgunova, Chairwoman of Belarus' State Committee for Standardization (Gosstandart), said during a joint roundtable with Russia's Federal Agency for Technical Regulation and Metrology (Rosstandart).
(2025-08-01). Putin Takes Revenge, Outplays Trump in Laos Chessboard? Moscow Pounces Amid US-Russia Trade Strains. hindustantimes.com Russian President Vladimir Putin was presented with a stunning "jumbo" gift by the President of Laos during a high-profile state visit to Moscow, underscoring deepening ties between the two countries. The lavish ceremony, marked by displays of praise and diplomatic pageantry, comes as Laos faces mounting pressure from the United States. Former President Donald Trump is poised to impose a sweeping 40% tariff on Laotian imports if a trade agreement is not reached by Friday. Watch for more…
(2025-08-01). Lukashenko: No one will bring Belarus and Russia to their knees. eng.belta.by "We live, and we will go on living. In this world, no one will succeed in bringing us to our knees. We are fully resolved to defend our interests," Aleksandr Lukashenko said.
(2025-08-01). Lukashenko, Putin meeting on Valaam Island. eng.belta.by The Belarus president is in Russia on a working visit. In a one-on-one format in an informal setting the heads of state will discuss the most important and pressing matters concerning the development of Belarusian-Russian relations.
(2025-08-01). Roberto Schwarz: Political Polyphonies. newleftreview.org Interview with the Brazilian critic and theorist on the literary and political ideas informing his epic play, Queen Lira. A volatile cacophony of voices disputing his country's path, from Dilma's impeachment to Bolsonaro's rise and Lula's unexpected return.