Russia-India trade surges
Exports of Russian goods topped $40 billion for the first time
Russia accuses West of turning Ukraine into ‘radioactive landfill’
British supplies of depleted uranium munitions show the “ruthlessness” of Western policy in Ukraine, Moscow has said
Exclusive: Pakistan places first order for discounted Russian crude oil
The deal will see Pakistan buy crude oil only, not refined fuels, and imports are expected to reach 100,000 barrels per day if the first transaction goes through smoothly, Minister Musadik Malik told Reuters on Wednesday night.
China slams ‘arrogant, prejudiced’ G-7 statement
Accusing the G-7 countries of "smearing China" and "interfering in its internal affairs," Wang said "the statement reflects the group's arrogance, prejudice and conscious desire to contain and block China."
Russia-China trade booming
The two countries are on pace to hit $200 billion in turnover this year
China records world’s first human death from H3N8 bird flu: WHO
The Guangdong Provincial Centre for Disease Control and Prevention reported the third infection late last month but did not provide details of the woman’s death.
Dalai Lama apologises for asking boy to suck his tongue
The video, which has gone viral on social media, shows the Dalai Lama, 87, planting a kiss on the boy’s lips as he leaned in to pay his respects.
Macron says Europe must not be ‘follower’ of US or China on Taiwan
“The worst thing would be to think that we Europeans must be followers and adapt ourselves to the American rhythm and a Chinese overreaction,” Macron told the media.
West in no position to lecture China on Ukraine — Ambassador
China will continue to call for peace and dialogue, Zhang Hanhui says
Putin accuses Western spies of role in ‘terror attacks’ in Russia
Putin spoke at a meeting of the Kremlin's security council dedicated to ensuring law and order in four Ukrainian territories he claimed to have annexed last year.
Russian military blogger killed in St Petersburg cafe blast
Tatarsky, whose real name is Maxim Fomin, has more than 500,000 followers on Telegram and is in favour of Russia’s campaign in Ukraine. The explosion occurred at “Street Food Bar No. 1” in the city centre.
Saudi Arabia makes move towards Russia-China bloc
The Kingdom has approved “partner” status in the Shanghai Cooperation Organization