(2025-04-16). Russian Defense Thwarts Drone Attack. devdiscourse.com In a strategic defense move, Russian forces reportedly intercepted 26 Ukrainian drones overnight, the country's defense ministry revealed on Wednesday.
(2025-04-16). Putin aide confirms territory loss for Ukraine in peace deal? Lavrov shocks EU. hindustantimes.com Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov made striking remarks during an interview, suggesting that Ukraine may lose territory as part of a peace deal, with discussions around referendums in four regions and the deployment of peacekeepers across the Dnieper River. Lavrov criticized Western leaders like Emmanuel Macron and Keir Starmer for their proposed "resilience forces," which he claimed aim to preserve Ukraine's current regime while sidelining elections and political settlement. Watch the video for details.
(2025-04-16). Four Russian journalists sentenced to five and a half years in prison. CPJ Staff
(2025-04-16). Ukraine Extends Martial Law Amid Ongoing Conflict. devdiscourse.com In a decisive move, Ukraine's parliament has overwhelmingly voted to extend martial law until August 6. This development comes as the country continues to grapple with the full-scale Russian invasion.
(2025-04-16). Insights | U.S. tariffs violate objective economic factors, Russian expert warns. ecns.cn Amid escalating global trade tensions, the U.S. has imposed tariffs on China and several other countries, attempting to reshape trade rules under the banner of "reciprocity." Russian sinologist and economist Leonid Kovachich highlights that global trade flows, having developed over years, are already well-established, and that U.S. intervention will "inevitably disrupt the existing global trade system and supply chains."
(2025-04-16). How Putin's Greater Eurasia Proposal Could Save the Continent From West's Hegemony. defenddemocracy.press Ekaterina Blinova* Mar 12, 2025 Eurasia needs a continent-wide structure akin to the African Union or CELAC, according to Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov. What is he implying? The origins of the Greater Eurasian Partnership (GEP) concept: GEP, a concept proposed by Russian President Vladimir Putin in 2015, would replace the outdated "Greater Europe" (from Lisbon to …
(2025-04-16). Russian researchers launch AI-powered dental health diagnostic service based on smile analysis. tvbrics.com 
The method is to perform primary diagnostics through widely available digital platforms…
(2025-04-16). South African Foreign Minister calls for deepening economic partnership with Russia. tvbrics.com 
African Republic plans to expand supplies to Russia…
(2025-04-16). Trade turnover between Russia and Indonesia to grow by third in 2024. tvbrics.com 
It totalled US$4.3 billion…
(2025-04-16). Russian Su-25 Jets Strike Ukrainian Forces in Kursk Region. thinktank.pk Russian Su-25 ground-attack aircraft have conducted airstrikes targeting Ukrainian military personnel and equipment in Russia's Kursk region, according to the Russian Defense Ministry. The ministry reported that the strikes, carried out with unguided air missiles, successfully destroyed designated targets, including concentrations of Ukrainian troops, armored vehicles, and motor transport. Following the attack, the Su-25 crews …
(2025-04-16). Blaze erupts at Russian bearing plant amid suspected Ukrainian drone attack. albawaba.com ALBAWABA—A massive fire broke out in the industrial zone near the Kursk Bearing Plant APZ-20 on Agregatnaya Street, engulfing a 1,000-square-meter rubber processing facility. Residents reported hearing a loud explosion before flames erupted, raising suspicions of a Ukrainian drone strike as the possible cause.Russian Telegram channels report a large fire at Kursk bearing plant. | Causes of the fire are not clear. | According to information online, the plant produces products used in the Russian military equipment.
(2025-04-16). O fantasma de Cromwell contra a Rússia. strategic-culture.su
(2025-04-16). Europe in the Trump-Putin Axis Trap. internationalviewpoint.org 'For the Left Bloc, there are various imperialisms and "none of them will have a progressive role because all act according to the interests of their capitalist elites". Therefore, "recognising this reality is vital in elaborating an internationalist proposal capable of offering a future to humanity and conceiving a democratic order of peoples."' | – | / |
(2025-04-16). Susan Watkins: Baselines. newleftreview.org Trump's second term has begun with a whirlwind of iconoclastic pronouncements and an opening to Moscow that has sent European rulers into ideological crisis. An American-policy aide-mémoire offers baseline metrics for the ruptures—and continuities—ahead.
(2025-04-16). Ukraine War Day Nazi Crimes in Crimea Declassified Part II. awfulavalanche.wordpress.com 
(2025-04-15). 'Driven by savagery…': Putin aide fires at Europe over Ukraine war, calls Orban & Fico exceptions. hindustantimes.com Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov on April 15 launched a fierce attack on Europe over its stance on the Ukraine war, accusing European leaders of being "driven by savagery". Lavrov's remarks came during a high-profile interview as Moscow and Kyiv struggle to settle on a ceasefire. Meanwhile, on April 13, Russia carried out a deadly missile strike on Sumy, killing dozens and drawing international condemnation. Watch for more.
(2025-04-15). NATO and Its Nazi Vassal … smoothiex12.blogspot.com are good only at fighting civilians. Meanwhile, Mr. Lavrov pours some very cold water over Witkoff's hopes and the details about discussion of larger NATO issue between Russia and the US emerge. Root causes, again. As correctly was noted ⚪ Russia wants peace, Trump wants ceasefire. Also, the level of coping with a humiliating failure of the NATO armor in 404 reaches a fever pitch ⚪ Russian BMP-3 almost died from a Homeric laughter after being compared to IFV Bradly. ATGM Kornet is scratching its … whatever they can scratch in a complete bewilderment from this coping pseudo-military BS by some US journo.
(2025-04-15). Iran to meet Russia ahead of next nuclear talks with US. geo.tv 
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi speaks to the media in Beirut, Lebanon, October 4, 2024. — ReutersTEHRAN: Iran's foreign minister will travel to Russia this week for talks on the country's nuclear programme, just days before a fresh round of indirect…
(2025-04-15). Zelensky Shuns Talks with Russia. dissidentvoice.org 
FILE PHOTO: Vladimir Zelensky. © Mert Gokhankoc / dia images via Getty Images Ukraine's Vladimir Zelensky has cast doubt on the possibility of direct peace talks with Russia, citing the lack of trust between the two countries. His comments come as Moscow has accused Kiev of repeatedly violating a US-mediated agreement not to strike energy …
(2025-04-15). Putin wants to keep Western sanctions on Russia? Lavrov's shocker on camera. hindustantimes.com Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov declared that Russia is not seeking the removal of Western sanctions and is not "running after anyone," emphasizing Moscow's focus on economic sovereignty and import substitution. In a wide-ranging interview, Lavrov contrasted Russia's approach with U.S.-China relations, noting that while the U.S. and China have deep disagreements, Washington never seeks to isolate Beijing as it does Moscow. Watch for more.
(2025-04-15). Naryshkin: In case of NATO aggression, response will affect the entire bloc. eng.belta.by The Russian Foreign Intelligence Service chief was asked to assess the situation around the Union State, given the aggressive rhetoric of Poland, the Baltic states and militarization around the borders of the State Union in general.
(2025-04-15). Ukraine's NATO-backed Kursk invasion ends in failure. wsws.org The failure of Ukraine's NATO-backed invasion of Russian territory has intensified infighting within the Ukrainian ruling class and state.
(2025-04-15). What does the restoration of U.S.-Russia relations really mean? strategic-culture.su Both countries are interested, for different reasons, in resuming bilateral ties. | Join us on , , and . | Contact us: | Recently, <...
(2025-04-15). Naryshkin: Intensive dialogue is underway between Russia, USA. eng.belta.by Intensive dialogue is underway between representatives of Russia and the | United States, Head of Russia's Foreign Intelligence Service (SVR) | Sergei Naryshkin told journalists.
(2025-04-15). Lukashenko meets with Russia's SVR head. eng.belta.by We need to discuss a range of issues and joint actions for the future, Belarusian President Aleksandr Lukashenko said as he met with Head of Russia's Foreign Intelligence Service (SVR) Sergei Naryshkin in Minsk on 15 April.
(2025-04-15). Belarus' KGB, Russia's SVR discuss interaction amid West's aggressive moves. eng.belta.by A joint meeting of the boards of the State Security Committee (KGB) of | Belarus and the Foreign Intelligence Service (SVR) of Russia was held in | Mogilev on 15 April, BelTA learned from the State Security Committee.
(2025-04-15). Naryshkin: Cooperation between intelligence services of Belarus, Russia is built on a trusting basis. eng.belta.by Cooperation between the intelligence services of Belarus and Russia is built on a trusting and constructive basis, Director of the Russian Foreign Intelligence Service Sergei Naryshkin told the media.
(2025-04-15). Sabalenka gets free pass to Stuttgart Open quarterfinal after Potapova withdraws. eng.belta.by In the round of Last 16 the Belarusian was to face Russia's world number 38 Anastasia Potapova but the Russian player announced in the social media that she would not be able to play due to her left arm injury.
(2025-04-15). Sabalenka to face Potapova in Stuttgart Open round two. eng.belta.by In the round of Last 32 the Russian player saw off Clara Tauson of Denmark, 2-6, 7-6 (10-7), 6-3. Sabalenka and Potapova faced each other only once before. In the Stuttgart semifinal in 2023 the Belarusian secured a confident win, 6-2, 6-1.
(2025-04-15). Incoming German chancellor intends to send Taurus cruise missiles to Ukraine. wsws.org The Russian government would see the delivery and use of this weapon as a declaration of war. No one can guarantee that it will not respond with attacks on German targets.
(2025-04-15). Australia Casts Doubt On Russia Basing Bombers At Indonesian Air Base. twz.com 
Australian officials are pushing back on a report claiming Moscow has asked Jakarta to base bombers at an Indonesian air base about 850 miles from Darwin.
(2025-04-15). Lamola arrives in Russia for working visit. sanews.gov.za Lamola arrives in Russia for working visit | Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, Ronald Lamola, arrived in Moscow, Russia, on Monday for a two-day working visit. | During his trip, Lamola will preside over the 18th Inter-Governmental Committee on Trade and Economic Cooperation, a structured mechanism for coordinating economic and trade relations between South Africa and Russia. | In addition, he is scheduled to hold political consultations with his counterpart, Minister Sergey Lavrov. | According to the Ministry of International Relations and Cooperation, the Minister is also expected to visit t…
(2025-04-15). El Baràßa y el PSG sufren en la vuelta, pero avanzan a semifinales de la Champions. cubadebate.cu Tras eliminar al Borussia Dortmund por un total de 5-2 en los cuartos de final, con una victoria por 4-0 la semana pasada en la ida y una derrota por 3-1 este martes en la vuelta, el Barcelona se ha clasificado para una semifinales de la Liga de Campeones de fútbol seis años después.
(2025-04-15). What Happens When Russian and Ukrainian Soldiers Come Home? counterpunch.org 
Two years into his prison term for a 2020 murder, Ivan Rossomakhin was recruited into a Russian private military company (PMC) in exchange for freedom. He returned home from Ukraine in 2023and, within days, killed an 85-year-old woman in a nearby town. One week after beginning his new sentence in August 2024, he was redrafted and sent back
(2025-04-15). Ukraine Neo-Nazi Junta Uses Civilians as Human Shield in Sumy. globalresearch.ca On April 13, the Russian military launched a precision strike on the northeastern city of Sumy.
(2025-04-15). Lavrov's FULL World War 3 Speech; NATO In Shock, Ukraine Stunned, Shockwaves From U.S. To Russia. defenddemocracy.press Apr. 13, 2025 Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov delivered a sharp rebuke of NATO during his speech at the Antalya Diplomacy Forum on April 12, identifying what he sees as the alliance's greatest threat. Lavrov criticized NATO's expansionist agenda and ideological ambitions, claiming they have eroded the bloc's cohesion and core mission. He also denounced …