Ukrainian drones struck energy and military facilities in Saint Petersburg early Wednesday, coinciding with the opening of Russia’s flagship economic forum and highlighting the continued reach of the conflict beyond frontline areas. Read More: Ukraine drone strikes hit Kursk nuclear plant and Russian fuel hub According to Russian officials, several infrastructure sites were damaged in the […]
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Drone strike on bus kills seven in eastern Ukraine
At least seven people were killed and 11 others injured after a drone strike hit a passenger bus in Russian-controlled eastern Ukraine, according to local authorities in the occupied Donetsk region. Read More: Russia strikes Ukraine with drones and missiles The attack occurred near Yenakiyevo on Wednesday when a bus travelling between Moscow and Simferopol in Crimea was struck […]
Pakistan eyes investment opportunities at Russian forum
Pakistan is set to participate in the St Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF 2026) with a high-level delegation, as the country seeks to strengthen economic ties with Russia and attract new investment opportunities. Read More: Pakistan pushes reforms to accelerate investment and export growth The four-day forum, which begins on June 3 in St Petersburg, is regarded as […]
Russian drones and missiles strikes kill 10 across Ukraine
KYIV: Russian drones and missiles struck several Ukrainian cities in a large-scale overnight assault on Tuesday, killing at least 10 people and injuring around 100 others, according to Ukrainian officials. Read More: Russia unleashes massive missile and drone assault on Ukraine The attacks targeted major urban centres, including Kyiv and Dnipro, following warnings from Ukrainian authorities that Russia could launch a […]
Russia lauds Pakistan’s proactive role in promoting Mideast peace
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has praised ‘Pakistan’s proactive and positive role in promoting peace between Iran and the United States to end this needless War’. He said this in a meeting with Senator Mushahid Hussain Sayed at the Russian-sponsored Eurasian Security Forum, said a press release issued here. Senator Mushahid, who is Co-Chairman of […]
Russia Accuses Ukraine of Attack on School Hostel, Claims 6 Killed
Russia has accused Ukraine of carrying out an attack on a school hostel, claiming that six people were killed in the incident. According to Russian authorities, the strike took place in the Luhansk region. International media reports, citing Russian President Vladimir Putin, said that Ukraine allegedly targeted a school children’s hostel during the night. Putin […]
Russia conducts nuclear drills with munitions delivery to Belarus
Russia has delivered nuclear munitions to field storage facilities in Belarus as part of large-scale nuclear military exercises, according to the Russian Defence Ministry, marking a further escalation in its strategic posturing amid tensions with the West. Read More: Allies Russia, Belarus coordinate against “unfriendly countries The drills, which began on Tuesday and will run for three days, […]
Saudi Arabia and Russia activate visa-free travel deal
Saudi Arabia and Russia have officially implemented a mutual visa exemption agreement, allowing citizens of both countries to travel without visas starting May 11, 2026. According to the Saudi Press Agency, the agreement marks a significant step in strengthening bilateral relations between Riyadh and Moscow, with both governments expecting increased cooperation in tourism, trade, and […]
Russia Iran Caspian Sea Route Expands Drone Supply Network
A report by The New York Times claimed that Russia is supplying Iran with drone parts and other goods through the Caspian Sea route. The report highlighted growing military and trade cooperation between the two countries. Moreover, it said this route helps bypass international restrictions. According to US officials, the Caspian Sea corridor plays a […]
Russia marks Victory Day with scaled-down parade amid Ukraine ceasefire
Russia has begun its annual Victory Day commemorations on Red Square in Moscow, marking the 81st anniversary of the Soviet victory over Nazi Germany, as a three-day ceasefire in the Ukraine war came into effect. The event, held on May 9, 2026, was significantly scaled back this year due to heightened security concerns and ongoing […]