House passes Ukraine aid as Zelenskyy pokes Putin
The vote passed by a margin of 226 to 195, with 18 Republicans joining almost all Democrats
Russia's international reserves down by 1.49% in May to $747.395 bln — Central Bank
As of June 1, 2025, Russia's international reserves amounted to $680.379 billion
Ukraine war poses 'direct threat' to eastern EU states, leaders warn after drone blast in Romania
A Ukrainian naval drone has exploded in Romania's Black Sea port of Constanta, as European leaders warned the war in Ukraine is becoming a
India’s Mundra Port linked to Saudi Arabia’s Jeddah in new Red Sea shipping route
Middle East News: Saudi Arabia’s Saudi Ports Authority (Mawani) has introduced a new shipping service connecting Jeddah Islamic Port with India’s Mundra Por...
Russian economy has not collapsed
The Russian economy has not fallen apart, President Vladimir Putin said, dismissing Western criticism that his country's economic engine had run out of steam.
China overtakes Japan as Australia's largest vehicle supplier
(ECNS) - China has overtaken Japan as Australia's largest source of imported vehicles, driven by rising shipments from automakers such as BYD and growing demand...
Iran using Lebanon as bargaining chip in US talks, Lebanese president says
BEIRUT, June 5 (Reuters) - Lebanese President Joseph Aoun accused Iran of using Lebanon as a bargaining chip in its negotiations with the United States on Frida...
US says it has issued new Iran-related sanctions
June 5 (Reuters) - The United States imposed new Iran-related sanctions on Friday, targeting several entities, individuals and LPG tankers, the U.S. Treasury De...
Putin Reviews Zelensky’s Letter and Responds at SPIEF 2026
At SPIEF 2026, Vladimir Putin said he reviewed Volodymyr Zelensky’s letter proposing direct talks and discussed constitutional governance, leadership, and Rus...
West's silence about Zaporozhye, Bushehr NPPs normalizes attacks on nuclear facilities
For a whole year, Western countries have been trying to sweep under the rug the fact of attacks on Iran's nuclear infrastructure, Mikhail Ulyanov said
Sleeping in Mexico, Playing in America
The journey of Iran’s World Cup team sets a dangerous precedent for international soccer.
Each new Ukrainian attack on Zaporozhye NPP becoming more reckless — Russian diplomat
Maria Zakharova pointed out that the area of impact "now includes not only the surrounding territories and the plant’s personnel, but also its main equipment ...
Ukrainian drone explodes in Romanian sea port
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Putin makes big Su-57 offer to India, proposes joint production
Russian President Vladimir Putin has offered New Delhi Russia's fifth-generation stealth aircraft Sukhoi Su-57 and even suggested that the combat jet could even...
'Brics has overtaken G7': Putin praises 'key partner India', Global South growth; slams Western sanctions
Rest of World News: Russian President Vladimir Putin on Friday said that \"Brics has overtaken the G7\" in terms of economic size, while also praising India as ...
A.P. emerging as gateway on India’s eastern seaboard, will boost India-Russia economic ties: Lokesh
Andhra Pradesh's maritime potential is pivotal for enhancing India-Russia economic ties, boosting trade and investment opportunities.
Saudi Arabia's new Riyadh Air set to begin flights amid aviation turmoil
Saudi Arabia's long-awaited national airline is set to begin commercial flights on July 1 as the US-Israel-Iran war continues to cloud regional aviation.
Romanians convicted of stabbing journalist in UK, prosecutors say they acted for Iran
LONDON, June 5 (Reuters) - Two Romanian men whom British prosecutors said were acting as proxies for the Iranian government were on Friday found guilty of stabb...
US preparing draft resolution condemning Iran at IAEA, diplomats say
By Francois Murphy and John IrishVIENNA/PARIS, June 5 (Reuters) - The United States is preparing a draft resolution condemning Iran ahead of next week's meeting...
US backs out of Germany-Tomahawk missile deal over Russia fears – Politico — RT World News
The Pentagon is reportedly set to scrap a Biden-era deal to station Tomahawk cruise missiles in Germany, fearing Russian retaliation
'Not your country': Joseph Aoun tells Iran to stay out of Lebanon's affairs
The Lebanese president called on Israel and Hezbollah to negotiate while the parliament speaker said he would endorse a ceasefire if Israel withdraws.
IDF officers wounded in clashes; Lebanon president attacks Iran: ‘We’re not a bargaining chip’
Aoun says military action will not secure northern Israel and urges diplomacy; Hezbollah rejects ceasefire understandings as IDF reports major strikes in south ...
Putin says West became uninterested in rules of trade when it began to lose
The Russian president recalled that the West had promoted the World Trade Organization and its ideas when it had been beneficial for it
Zelenskyy proposes direct talks with Putin to end Russia-Ukraine war
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is proposing direct talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin to end the war. CBS News' Ramy Inocencio reports.
Kiev’s drone strike disrupts ceasefire intended for repairs at ZNPP — Russian MFA
There were casualties among Russian service members
Factbox-What issues do the US and Iran need to resolve for any peace deal?
LONDON, June 5 (Reuters) - Here are the main issues between the United States and Iran as they seek a deal to end their war, which is now in its fourth month:HO...
US forces board sanctioned tanker in Indian Ocean, Pentagon says
WASHINGTON, June 5 (Reuters) - U.S. forces conducted an interdiction of the sanctioned stateless oil tanker Davina overnight in the Indian Ocean, the U.S. milit...
Bilateral mechanism in place for deportation of illegal Bangladeshis: Govt
India on Friday reiterated that it follows a structured bilateral mechanism for the deportation of illegal Bangladeshi nationals and expressed hope that pending...
My Word: Israel and Lebanon's war of attrition drones on
As drone warfare evolves, Israel confronts a familiar conflict with new and more complex threats.
Middle Israel: Netanyahu's real legacy is Israel's era of political decay
The Netanyahu years, an epoch of political decay that began 30 years ago last week, will hopefully reach its long-overdue end next fall.
Mexico kick off 2026 tournament as the World Cup returns to a spiritual home
THE 2026 World Cup kicks off this week, not in the United States, but in Mexico, at the footballing shrine that is the Estadio Azteca, Mexico City, host of fina...
Black Sea Incident: Ukrainian Maritime Drone Detonates Off Romanian Coast
A Ukrainian maritime drone reportedly exploded near Romania’s Port of Constanța after losing control, prompting a security response and raising concerns abou...
Putin slams Western sanctions as damaging to the global economy
Russian President Vladimir Putin says developing countries have gained an increasingly important role in the global economy, while the share of output by Wester...
Russia’s return to global sports arena would be good for everyone — sports official
Russian Sports Minister emphasized that using sports as an element of sanctions was unacceptable
Bid to steal limelight, unserious propaganda ploy: reaction to Zelensky’s letter to Putin
Zelensky’s open letter raises doubts about the sincerity of his intentions, Swiss journalist Guy Mettan said
Iran Says Fired 'Warning Missiles' at US Destroyers in Gulf of Oman
It said the two destroyers left the Gulf of Oman \"following the firing of warning missiles\" by Iranian forces
Analysis-Turkey targets more defence sales as West rearms, alliances shift
By Can Sezer and Tuvan GumrukcuISTANBUL, June 5 (Reuters) - Two decades of state investment have transformed Turkey into a major exporter of drones and other mi...
Putin Says World Undergoes Historic Structural Transformation, Largest in Decades
Speaking at SPIEF 2026, Vladimir Putin said the world is undergoing a historic transformation of the global economic order, creating new opportunities and resha...
Can Gadi Eisenkot become Israel's leading challenger to Benjamin Netanyahu?
POLITICAL AFFAIRS: Eisenkot grows stronger in a solo run, shifting the dynamics and placing pressure on the bloc seeking to oust the PM in the upcoming election...
Three African nations push ahead with landmark gas project — RT Africa
Algeria, Nigeria, and Niger have begun work to complete the Algerian section of the Trans-Saharan Gas Pipeline
Gazan fishermen patch up dinghies with door frames to keep themselves afloat
By Ebrahim HajjajGAZA, June 5 (Reuters) - In a Gaza workshop, a group of men patch up pleasure dinghies with reclaimed fibreglass, wood and door frames pulled f...
Factbox-What's at stake in Armenia's election on Sunday?
By Lucy PapachristouYEREVAN, June 5 (Reuters) - Armenia holds a parliamentary election on Sunday that pits the governing Civil Contract party, which is pursuing...
Russia and Ukraine exchange 185 POWs – MOD (VIDEO) — RT Russia & Former Soviet Union
Russia has returned 185 servicemen from Ukrainian captivity in a POW swap mediated by the United Arab Emirates
Does the United States Have the Weapons for Trade War?
Economic strategists are pitching tougher policies for an anxious world.
Iran declares support for Hezbollah as wider peace deal remains in doubt
DUBAI — Iran reaffirmed support for its Lebanese ally Hezbollah and demanded that Israel withdraw from southern Lebanon, underscoring the difficult...