The man, who wished to remain anonymous, has found a job, is studying Russian and hopes to reunite with his family A former general in ex-Syrian President Bashar Assad’s army who found refuge in central Russia has spoken to local media. The man, who gave an interview to 66.RU on condition of anonymity, told the…
Tiv tribe traditional ruler James Ortese Iorzua Ayatse. (Wilses, Creative Commons) (Christian Daily International–Morning Star News) – Days after a massacre of more than 100 people in a predominantly Christian village in Benue state, Nigeria, the country’s president called for action against the assailants even as a local traditional ruler tried to correct him and…
From locked shelters to sleepless nights, Israelis and Iranians describe the fear, disbelief, and strange routines of life under fire The conflict between Israel and Iran is slowly but steadily morphing into a full-scale war – one where drones give way to ballistic missiles, military targets are replaced by homes and offices, and threats of…
Officials from the Baltic and Nordic states want Russians with military ties barred from entering the Schengen area even after Ukraine conflict ends Top officials from several Baltic and Nordic countries have called for banning all Russians with past or current ties to the military from entering the Schengen Zone, claiming they could pose a…
The economic bloc is rolling out joint projects in energy, aerospace and AI, the Russian president told SPIEF BRICS countries have launched large‑scale joint projects in nuclear power, aviation, AI and other sectors, Russian President Vladimir Putin has said. The economic group is “setting the bar in the development of so-called human-centric industries,” Putin noted,…
Events like the Open Dialog recently held in Moscow can be a catalyst for “implementing breakthrough ideas,” the Russian president said. Russia is calling on its partners to take part in shaping a new global growth model aimed at ensuring stable development worldwide, President Vladimir Putin said on Friday. Speaking at the main plenary session…
Brussels eyes “riskier investments” to squeeze more cash for Ukraine from Russia’s immobilized funds, according to a report The European Union is looking to channel billions of euros in profits from frozen Russian assets into “riskier investments” to boost funding for Ukraine, Politico has reported, citing sources. Officials reportedly view the move as a way…
As New York City heads into a critical mayoral primary, a shocking political insurgency is gaining momentum, one that could redefine the nation’s largest city for generations. Zohran Kwame Mamdani, a 33-year-old Democratic Socialist, radical Islamic activist, and New York State Assemblyman, is no ordinary candidate. He is the embodiment of the radical Red-Green Alliance,…
Hungary’s foreign minister has confirmed continued imports despite Brussels’ efforts to cut the supplies Hungary has received assurances from Russia that deliveries of oil and gas under long-term contracts will continue despite efforts by the EU and Ukraine to disrupt them, Foreign Minister Peter Szijjarto said on Thursday at the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum…
See the first part of the article here. The new right today faces a dilemma. It is increasingly unclear what its core mission is. Is it to try to maintain the global dominance of Western nations? Or is it to remedy the severe problems that have been visited on Western nations by late liberalism? In…
Paul Mashatile cautioned against letting technology suppress creativity Young people should be cautious about how they adopt artificial intelligence to ensure it does not diminish their creativity or cultural identity, South African Vice President Paul Mashatile told Russian students on Friday. Mashatile spoke at a youth workshop ‘The SPIEF Academy’ organized by Russia’s Roscongress Foundation…
The global system must pivot away from neocolonialism, which enabled the ‘golden billion’ to siphon resources for the elites, the Russian president says The world needs a new development model that is not based on the principles of neocolonialism and is resilient to political manipulation, Russian President Vladimir Putin has said. Speaking on Friday at…
Moscow wants Kiev to acknowledge the “realities on the ground,” the Russian president has said DETAILS TO FOLLOW Click this link for the original source of this article. Author: RT This content is courtesy of, and owned and copyrighted by, https://www.rt.com and its author. This content is made available by use of the public RSS…
‘Only monotheism can have a permanent educational effect,’ Ernő Fináczy claimed—a statement that would likely provoke controversy in the 21st century. Yet, in early 20th-century Hungary, this assertion from a well-known professor was accepted as common sense. Among Hungarian conservatives in education during the 20th century, Ernő Fináczy’s name stands out. A prominent educator and…
Visitors can now explore iconic and hidden museum sites with virtual guides Russia’s State Hermitage Museum in St. Petersburg and tech giant VK have launched a new digital project offering visitors guided virtual tours. The project, titled ‘One Museum. Three Views’, offers three themed digital routes hosted by writer Sergey Minaev, comedian Evgeny Chebatkov,…
Moscow has no interest in the format as the members no longer represent the global majority, spokesperson Dmitry Peskov has said Russia has zero interest in the ‘Group of Seven’ (G7) format, as it is no longer viable, Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov has stated. He explained that the global dominance of the countries making up…
The South African authorities have argued that Inkosi Albert Luthuli was killed by apartheid-era officials in 1967 South African National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) advocates have been given four months to give Judge Nompumelelo Radebe a convincing argument that Inkosi Albert Luthuli was killed by apartheid operatives, not a goods train as was officially found soon…
Mozambique’s minister of planning and development has invited Russia and developing nations to collaborate in building a fair world economic system Mozambique has expressed its readiness to work with Russia in building a new global financial architecture that supports economic development in Mozambique and across Africa. The statement was made by Mozambique’s minister of planning…
The Hungarian defence sector has reached a historic milestone, as 4iG and state-owned N7 Holding collaborate to create the country’s first defence industry holding company with mixed ownership. The company will be named N7 Defence Zrt. Under the agreement, 4iG will acquire a 75 per cent plus one vote majority stake, while the Hungarian state…
Ukraine’s National Unity Minister Aleksey Chernyshov is abroad while a corruption case involving his former aides unfolds The minister charged with repatriating Ukrainians living in the West has been accused of fleeing the country. Ukrainian Deputy Prime Minister and National Unity Minister Aleksey Chernyshov leads a government department created in late 2024 to encourage citizens…
Rafael Grossi stressed that his agency found no evidence that Iran was building a nuclear bomb Israel’s attack on Iran is not justified by the International Atomic Energy Agency’s (IAEA) latest report, which states there is no evidence that Tehran is developing a nuclear bomb, according to the agency’s chief, Rafael Grossi. Israel launched airstrikes…
Niger cited what it called “irresponsible, illegal, and unfair behavior” by Orano as grounds for its action Niger’s military government has announced plans to nationalize Somair uranium, a local venture operated by French state-owned nuclear fuels company Orano, amid an escalating dispute between the miner and the West African nation. The authorities cited alleged illegal…
The two nations have conducted a second prisoner swap in as many days, according to the Defense Ministry in Moscow Russia and Ukraine exchanged more prisoners of war on Friday, according to the Russian Defense Ministry. A similar swap was carried out the previous day. The ministry’s statement did not specify the number of troops…
Spain has rejected the target as “unreasonable” ahead of the bloc’s upcoming summit in The Hague Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez has rejected NATO’s proposal for member states to increase military spending to 5% of their GDP, calling the idea “not only unreasonable but also counterproductive.” Following US President Donald Trump’s demands for a 5%…
A downturn is not inevitable and would depend on policy decisions, Economic Development Minister Maksim Reshetnikov has said Russia’s economy is on the brink of entering a recession, Economic Development Minister Maksim Reshetnikov warned on Thursday. Since the escalation of the Ukraine conflict in 2022, Russia’s economy has operated under unprecedented Western sanctions aimed at…
Budapest could also arrange a Putin-Trump summit if asked, Foreign Minister Peter Szijjarto has said Hungary’s offer to host peace talks aimed at ending the Ukraine conflict remains valid, Foreign Minister Peter Szijjarto said on Thursday. Hungary has maintained a dissenting position within the EU since the conflict escalated in February 2022, advocating for dialogue…
Citizens of India hold about $3.78 billion in the European tax haven Indian deposits in Swiss banks rose threefold year-on-year in 2024, to about $3.78 billion, the PTI news agency reported, citing data from the Swiss National Bank (SNB). The current total in the European tax haven is the highest since 2021, when Indian deposits…
Prime Minister Viktor Orbán has urged citizens to participate in the Voks 2025 vote on Ukraine’s potential accession to the European Union, declaring that the decision now will shape the future of the nation. Speaking to public Kossuth Radio on Friday morning, Orbán said the consultation offers citizens a direct say in a historic issue…
Uralchem plans to expand its shipments to African nations from 1 million to 5 million metric tons annually, Dmitry Konyaev has said Uralchem, one of Russia’s largest fertilizer producers, has announced plans to dramatically expand exports to Africa, with a target of 5 million metric tons per year by 2030. The company’s CEO, Dmitry Konyaev,…
The inaugural FIFA Club World Cup has just started in the United States, but our teams competing in the qualifiers of the European competitions next season have already had their next opponents drawn. Ferencváros, the winner of the last seven Hungarian league titles, will be representing Hungary in the UEFA Champions League. This will be…
Canadian intelligence has said Sikh extremists use the country as a base to carry out anti-India activities A small number of Khalistani separatists in Canada continue to use the country as a base to fund political violence in India, the Canadian Security and Intelligence Service (CSIS) has said in a report. Khalistanis, or Sikh separatists,…
The Center for Fundamental Rights has issued a sharp critique of the European Commission’s newly released country-specific recommendations, arguing that Brussels is actively working to dismantle some of the most impactful economic policies of the past 15 years in Hungary. According to the think tank’s analysis, the recommendations reflect a coordinated push to end support…
Strengthening ties with African nations remains one of Moscow’s key priorities, the Russian president has reiterated Russian President Vladimir Putin has highlighted Moscow’s deepening relationship with Pretoria during talks with South African Vice President Paul Mashatile, describing it as a “comprehensive strategic partnership” built on equality and mutual respect. The two leaders met on the…
Budapest University of Technology and Economics (BME) is entering a new era of development under a performance-based funding framework, announced the Ministry for Culture and Innovation (KIM) on Friday. The model aims to tie university funding more closely to measurable results in education, research, and innovation. As part of the government’s broader ambition to strengthen…
The escalation of the Israel-Iran conflict poses serious radioactive contamination risks, Dmitry Medvedev says Israeli attacks on Iranian nuclear facilities could result in a nuclear disaster akin to the 1986 Chernobyl meltdown, former Russian President Dmitry Medvedev warned on Thursday. His comments come amid reports that the US is weighing a potential strike on Iran’s…
On Thursday, 12 June 2025, the European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) issued its judgment in T H v Czech Republic. The applicant—let’s call him Tomáš—is a Czech man who identifies as ‘non-binary’. He requested that his identity card indicate a ‘neutral gender’. However, the Czech Republic only offers two options for identity cards: ‘male’…
Germany’s open-border policies have not only strained public services and destabilized communities, but they are now breaking the prison system. A new survey from all 16 federal states reveals a staggering truth: nearly half of Germany’s prison inmates are foreigners, despite years of naturalizations and the masking effect of dual citizenship. Out of 59,877 total…
Israel is now accusing Iran of a war crime after it hit a hospital with a missile on Thursday. Israeli Defense Minister, Israel Katz, also flatly stated that Iran’s “Supreme Leader,” Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, is today’s “Hitler” and “should no longer continue to exist.” Katz stated on X, “The cowardly Iranian dictator sits in the…
Ready or not, the aughts revival is in full bloom. Take note of Gen Z’s ugly retro-future fashion, the return of mall punk and nu-metal, and the fact that we’re on the verge of another Mideast war with a country whose name starts with the letter “I”— all experienced this time through the soul-deadening filter…
The second-most powerful figure in Kiev has reportedly drawn bipartisan ire in Washington A growing number of American officials – from Capitol Hill to the Trump administration – are expressing deep frustration with Vladimir Zelensky’s powerful chief of staff, Andrey Yermak, according to a Politico report. Yermak’s repeated visits to Washington since the escalation of the conflict…
President Trump is reportedly relying on a small group of lower-profile aides as he weighs military intervention in the Middle East President Donald Trump has excluded Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard from high-level discussions on the ongoing Iran-Israel conflict, NBC News and The Washington Post have reported, citing senior…
Summary of today’s Essential Eight: 1. Xi talks with Putin about Israel-Iran – According to the readout of the call Xi did not say “Israel’s attack on Iran violated international law and norms governing international relations, infringed upon Iran’s sovereignty and security, and undermined regional peace and stability”, as Wang Yi did in a call…
I used to set philosophy exam questions, so here is one. Imagine there has been a small, but still significant, increase in illegal late-term abortions at home, thanks to a new pills-by-post scheme introduced during a pandemic. This means there has also been a small rise in criminal prosecutions of women. Which of the following…
The moment President Trump declared that he would not allow the Islamic Republic to keep enriching uranium, loud protests erupted — not merely from the anti-war Left, but also from quite a few of his own supporters. The latter were promptly accused of isolationism, vividly evoking the bipartisan coalition in Congress that successfully resisted American…
The 50th anniversary of Jaws will be met with extraordinary pomp and circumstance. Special screenings in Boston will feature live orchestra music, the cellos thrumming John Williams’s two-note soundtrack of imminent horror (E-F… E-F… E-F-E-F-E-F!). In another special showing slated for Martha’s Vineyard, “Jaws on the Water”, floating viewers will once again witness the malfunctioning…
In his fortified bunker, wherever that may be, in front of an institutional beige curtain, the old man with a black turban, diaphanous gown and a pink, rather sweet face did not hide his disappointment with Donald Trump. In a televised address to the Iranian people on Wednesday, the purpose of which was partly to…
Washington’s military involvement would be a “wrong move,” Dmitry Peskov told RT Washington would make a serious mistake by deciding to attack Iran, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov told RT. Direct involvement by the US in the ongoing conflict between the Islamic Republic and Israel will only worsen the situation in the region, he warned. Tensions…
Moldovan businesses want to return to the Russian market, a Moldovan MP said at the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum The policies of President Maia Sandu’s pro-EU government are hurting Moldova’s economy, the nation’s former president, Igor Dodon, said on the sidelines of the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF). However, the country’s authorities have…
A shocking transformation is unfolding in Paterson, New Jersey, a city of roughly 160,000 residents that now contains the second-largest Muslim population per capita in the United States, after Houston, Texas. An estimated 20 to 22 percent of the city’s population identifies as Muslim, many of them Palestinian immigrants or descendants. As this demographic bloc…
It is, and has always been, about regime change and breaking the Axis of Resistance The claim that has been adopted by the United States, Israel and its European partners, that the attack on Iran was a “pre-emptive” attempt to stop Tehran from acquiring nuclear weapons, is demonstrably false. It holds about as much weight…
Israel reportedly lacks the means to take out some of Iran’s nuclear sites without US military involvement President Donald Trump has secretly approved plans for a direct US attack on Iran but has yet to give the order to proceed, The Wall Street Journal reports. Tehran has warned that any military intervention by Washington will…
