31 Mar, 16:55

RTS index drops by more than 2.8% as Bank of Russia sets official exchange rates

By 06:02 p.m. Moscow time, the RTS index slowed its decline and was at 1,112.77 points (-2.3%), the MOEX index was at 3,020.04 points (-0.19%)

MOSCOW, March 31./TASS/. The RTS index fell by more than 2.8% after the Bank of Russia published official exchange rates, according to trading data.

The regulator raised the dollar exchange rate on April 1 to 85.49 rubles, the euro to 92.42 rubles, and the yuan to 11.71 rubles.

As of 05:47 p.m. Moscow time, the RTS index fell by 2.82%, to 1,106.91 points, while the MOEX index fell by 0.71% and was trading at 3,004.14 points.

By 06:02 p.m. Moscow time, the RTS index slowed its decline and was at 1,112.77 points (-2.3%), the MOEX index was at 3,020.04 points (-0.19%).

1 hour ago

Russian tech holding to raise money through equity financing

VK plans to raise up to 115 bln rubles ($1.4 bln) within the framework of the additional issue, to be allocated by the company for debt burden lowering

21 Apr 2023, 14:17

Medvedev characterizes Great Britain as eternal adversary of Russia

"At least until such time as their arrogant, despicably dank island sinks into the abyss of the sea from a wave triggered by a cutting-edge Russian weapons system," the politician said

Two days ago, 22:52

Immortal Regiment procession held in Washington D.C.

Participants walked from the White House to the World War II memorial on the central boulevard of the US capital

Two days ago, 08:54

No entry: India blocks Pakistani exports, transit

The notice comes amid deteriorated India-Pakistan relations following the April 22 terrorist attack in Pahalgam in India's Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir

Today, 11:01

Putin, Modi share commitment to fight against terrorism in phone call — Kremlin

The Russian president again offered his deepest condolences over the deadly attack on Indian citizens that took place in Pahalgam in southern Kashmir on April 22, the statement reads

4 hours ago

EU, Ukraine see war as meaning of existence but doomed to lose — Russian ambassador

Reflecting on the end of World War II, Gryzlov recalled the widespread hope that Nazism was eradicated forever. However, in the 21st century, he said, this criminal ideology has been resurging in Ukraine

Today, 09:59

Over two-thirds of Germans dissatisfied with Scholz's leadership as chancellor — poll

According to the survey, only 26% gave a positive rating of his work as chancellor

Today, 14:05

Romania will remain loyal to EU regardless of elections outcome — expert

As Ivan Kochedykov noted, Romania is a member of the European Union and NATO, and this "imposes serious restrictions on its ability to maneuver and change foreign policy"

Today, 10:00

Russia open to good relations with all countries, Kremlin spokesman says

Dmitry Peskov added that Moscow is ready "to develop relations in a broad and deep manner"

Yesterday, 09:00

Israel threatens with ‘sevenfold’ strike in response to Ben Gurion shelling

Previously, the Israel Defense Forces delivered strikes on Houthi targets in Yemen about three months ago

Today, 11:51

Ukrainian POW killed by Ukrainian drone during evacuation — witness

Ivan Bobrushko said the soldier was struck directly in the back

Today, 11:33

Russian forces strike Ukrainian army, mercenaries in 142 areas over past day

Russia’s Battlegroup South inflicted more than 315 casualties on Ukrainian troops and destroyed eight enemy artillery guns in its area of responsibility over the past day, the Defense Ministry reported

1 May, 13:01

US official says talks with Russia on Ukraine ‘moving forward’

"We think there is, there is still a deal to be had," Mike Waltz told

Two days ago, 06:43

Lithuania hosts international exercises involving about 30 German military helicopters

The purpose of the exercise is to rehearse actions within NATO’s collective defense plans

Today, 08:00

Transnistrian leader calls allegations about threat from Russian peacekeepers provocation

Vadim Krasnoselsky expressed hope that the general staffs in other countries, including Ukraine, prioritize common sense over emotions

Today, 15:31

Two police officers killed, two more wounded in shootout in Makhachkala

The injured law enforcement officers were taken to hospital

Yesterday, 19:46

Trump says may use military force to annex Greenland

The American leader has repeatedly said that Greenland, an autonomous region within Denmark, should join the United States

Today, 01:32

Dragging Europe into conflict with Russia fraught with World War III — Slovak lawmaker

When asked whether he thought Europe might seriously escalate the situation, Deputy Speaker Tibor Gaspar said: "I hope not"

Yesterday, 14:51

Kiev may receive 2 Patriot air defense systems from Israel, Europe - NYT

The sources declined to describe President Donald Trump’s view of the decision to transfer more Patriot systems to Ukraine, nor did they comment on whether it was made before he took office, during the Biden administration

Today, 11:25

Kremlin unfamiliar with content of Ukraine-US minerals deal

Dmitry Peskov said that it is necessary to analyze the agreement itself

30 Apr, 17:12

Annual inflation in Russia reach 10.34% as of April 28 — Economy Ministry

Price growth rates slowed down for foods to 0.18%

1 hour ago

Mobile communication interruptions not affecting banking — expert

Internet access limitations may occur in Moscow from May 7 to 9 in connection with ensuring security of festival activities underway, the United State Emergencies Warning and Response System said earlier

3 hours ago

UN court drops Sudan's suit to impose measures against UAE over accusations of genocide

According to the judge, the court concluded that they do not have the authority to continue the ongoing proceedings on Khartoum's accusations against Abu Dhabi of alleged involvement in the genocide of the Masalit people by supporting the Rapid Support Forces that oppose the Sudanese army

28 Feb 2020, 07:52

First case of coronavirus documented in Nigeria

The Nation daily informed citing medical officials that the infected man is an Italian citizen who arrived from Milan

Yesterday, 14:16

Putin jokes about whether he considers himself lucky

On the set of a Russia-1 TV documentary, Putin was reminded of his first television interview in 1991, when he was working at the St. Petersburg Mayor's Office

15 Jan, 17:08

Novgorod-made FPV drone Prince Vandal causes $300 mln damage to NATO

Earlier, the CEO of the research and production center Ushkuynik, Alexey Chadayev, said that the drone for the first time would begin to be manufactured in several regions of Russia

Today, 07:04

Russia’s manufacturing PMI index up to 49.3 points in April — S&P Global

April data indicated a further decline in output at Russian manufacturers, although the pace of contraction eased to only a marginal rate, the agency noted

Today, 15:14

Russian pharma company starts registering drugs in Indonesia

Binnopharm Group participated in the business mission of the Russian Export Center in Indonesia and the Russia-Indonesia Business Forum organized with the support of the Roscongress Foundation

3 hours ago

Orban says forced into conflict with Zelensky by threats in his words

Speaking in parliament, he stressed that no one can tell Budapest what decision it is to make on Ukraine’s accession to the European Union

Two days ago, 02:48

US revokes Romania’s membership in visa free travel program

"DHS decided that Romania’s designation should be rescinded in order to protect the integrity of the VWP and to ensure border and immigration security," The US Department of Homeland Security said

Today, 15:56

Skype service ends its operations

The company will focus on developing its Microsoft Teams platform

Today, 02:33

Nationalist candidate wins first round of Romania's presidential election

Independent candidate and Bucharest Mayor Nicusor Dan came in second with 20.98% of the vote

Two days ago, 23:32

Implementation of US-Ukraine minerals deal fraught with serious difficulties — WP

As the newspaper notes, this agreement is unlikely to yield benefits quickly

12 Dec 2024, 09:24

Yandex Go ride-hailing service becomes available in Turkey

It is possible to pay for a trip in cash or with a card accepted in Turkey, if the car is equipped with a terminal

2 May, 13:01

Thailand seeks Russia’s support for full BRICS membership — Foreign Ministry

The Russian side took note of the request and expressed its readiness to support Thailand in this regard," the Thai Foreign Ministry said

Today, 14:48

Romania’s George Simion can hardly be called ‘convenient’ for EU — Russian lawmaker

According to Leonid Slutsky, the mood of Romanians is obvious: they continue to choose their own sovereignty and national interests, without imposition of any guidelines by Brussels

Today, 01:41

Trump may meet with Putin in Saudi Arabia in May

Earlier, US State Department Spokeswoman Tammy Bruce said that communication between the leaders of Russia and the United States is necessary in the issue of resolving the Ukrainian crisis

29 Apr, 20:52

BRICS criticizes unilateral sanctions as running counter to international law

The ministers said such sanctions have "far-reaching implications for the human rights, including the right to development, of the general population of targeted states, disproportionally affecting the poor and people in vulnerable situations"

3 hours ago

Russian GDP grew above 2% in Q1 2025 — Economy Ministry

The GDP estimate in the first quarter of 2025 that was presented on April 30, equal to 1.7% in annual terms, does not take into account leap-year February 2024, the official said

Today, 15:02

Azerbaijani MP not allowed to enter Russia due to Russophobic statements — source

According to the statement, the measures against Badamov are "personal" and do not affect "Russia’s unwavering commitment to the development of Russian-Azerbaijani relations in the spirit of strategic partnership and alliance"

Today, 14:14

European states invited to Kiev almost correspond to Hitler coalition — Russia’s SVR

The statement emphasized that the reaction to the gathering of commentators, dubbed as "a PR stunt by Brussels scoundrels," "the Day of the Losers" or "the Day of Nazi Descendants", was no coincidence

31 Oct 2024, 13:17

Death toll from Cherkessk gas blast climbs to five as rescuers recover another body

The republic’s Health Ministry said eight people have been injured in the incident, with no children among them

Yesterday, 17:11

Trump says customs duties may stay permanently

The president said that he would not make exceptions to the duties for the American small businesses, saying that entrepreneurs do not need this

Two days ago, 12:18

MFA says Zelensky’s truce refusal poses direct threat to visiting leaders

According to Russian Foreign Ministry Spokeswoman Maria Zakharova, Zelensky's comments further expose the neo-Nazi nature of the Kiev regime, "which has become a terrorist cell"

Today, 15:59

Future Pope should be able to build bridges in global crisis — cardinals

Head of the Holy See's press service Matteo Bruni said that many challenges and tasks facing the church were raised at the congregations

Today, 08:23

Russian stocks down as main trading session opens

The MOEX had narrowed losses to 0.7% as it traded at 2,816.98 points, while the RTS was down by 0.69% at 1,088.94 points

2 May, 20:59

US prepares new anti-Russian sanctions — agency

According to Reuters, the new package may include sanctions in the banking and energy sectors

2 hours ago

US, Israel attack cement plant in Yemen — report

The plant sits about 50 kilometers northeast of the port of Hodeida on the Red Sea coast

1 hour ago

US potential withdrawal from talks on Ukraine would be bad news — top Hungarian diplomat

"It will be a very bad news for the entire world in the United States refuses from a diplomatic settlement", Hungarian Foreign Minister Peter Szijjarto said

28 Apr, 10:00

Press review: Russia open to US peace plan and terror attack pits India against Pakistan

29 Apr, 20:07

Top BRICS diplomats call for rejecting double standards in fighting against terrorism

They also strongly condemned the April 22 terror attack in Jammu and Kashmir and stressed that any acts of terrorism are "criminal and unjustifiable, regardless of their motivation, whenever, wherever and by whomsoever committed"

1 May, 12:03

Ukrainian army deploys large group of foreign mercenaries to southern DPR

It includes Italians, Colombians, Chileans and Lithuanians, a Russian security official said

27 Jan, 17:19

Brazilian president to attend 80th anniversary of Victory Day celebrations in Moscow

It is reported that Lula da Silva thanked the Russian side for the invitation to the celebration in Moscow of the 80th anniversary of the Victory in World War II in Europe

2 hours ago

Israeli jets attack Houthi sites in Yemen — IDF

According to the IDF, the damage to the Bajel cement factory "undermines the economy of the Houthi regime and its ability to build up its military power"

28 Apr, 17:49

Iran proposes Eurotroika meeting on nuclear program on May 2 in Rome — Reuters

Britain, France and Germany has not yet responded to the proposal

Today, 10:00

Pakistan’s envoy: Russia vital in resolving nuclear neighbors’ conflict

Pakistani Ambassador to Moscow Muhammad Khalid Jamali told TASS in a special interview why he considers Russia an indispensable force in international politics and what role it can play in resolving the conflict between the two nuclear neighbors, Pakistan and India. Also, he shared when the two conflicting sides might need Moscow as a venue for talks

Yesterday, 10:38

Russia able to successfully complete special op without nuclear arms — Putin

"We have enough capabilities and means to finish what we started in 2022 with the result that Russia needs," the president concluded

Today, 10:53

Romanians deprived of ability to vote for candidate they prefer — Kremlin

"One of the favorites of these elections was thrown out of the electoral race in a totally arbitrary manner," Dmitry Peskov recalled

2 May, 11:50

Scholz says banning AfG should not be snap decision

Earlier, the Federal Office officially classified the entire Alternative for Germany party as right-wing extremist

Today, 15:41

RTS Index plunged 3.7% after official rates release by Bank of Russia

The MOEX Russia Index lost 3.22% to 2,745.24 points at the same time

Yesterday, 13:35

Slovak prime minister slams Zelensky’s threats to attendees of Victory Parade in Moscow

"Zelensky is mistaken that foreign delegations will not come to Moscow," Robert Fico noted

27 Apr, 11:24

Kiev forces lose 145 servicemen in area of responsibility of Battlegroup North, Dnepr

In the meantime, units of the Battlegroup Dnepr defeated formations of the coastal defense brigade of the Ukrainian armed forces and the territorial defense brigade in the areas of the settlements of Novopavlovka in the Zaporozhye region and Kazatskoye in the Kherson region

54 minutes ago

Trump says he’d be able to say who blew up Nord Stream if he asked ‘certain people’

Trump reiterated he disagrees with the allegations that blame Russia for the incident

30 Apr, 18:01

Majority of Europeans share Russia’s stance, says Russian President Putin

According to the Russian leader, only few people left in the European Union "who have the audacity of expressing their own opinion under the pressure exerted on them by official authorities"

29 May 2020, 22:53

US deals blow to international cooperation in healthcare — Russian diplomat

The comment was made following US President Donald Trump’s decision to terminate his country’s ties with the World Health Organization (WHO)

Today, 13:19

Some EU leaders’ plans to visit Kiev on May 9 are cynical — Russia’s intelligence service

"Europe continues to pursue the revanchist approaches to the 80th anniversary of the Victory over Nazi Germany and to indulge adventurous initiatives of the neo-Nazi regime in Kiev, despite realizing the threat to its own reputation," the statement reads

Today, 02:49

Ukrainian forces to provoke Russian army to open fire during truce — expert

According to Vitaly Kiselev, there is less Ukrainian shelling from HIMARS MLRS on the contact line, which may indicate a possible cessation of US deliveries of this type of weapons

Today, 04:10

Japan to fall victim to US geopolitical games in case of nuclear conflict — Russian envoy

The ambassador also said that Russia is paying special attention to the intensification of the Japanese side's military activities near Russia's eastern borders

Today, 13:10

FACTBOX: What is known about shootout in Makhachkala killing three police officers

According to the reports, two attackers were eliminated

Yesterday, 14:52

Trump vows not to run for third presidential term

The US constitution’s 22nd Amendment says "no person shall be elected to the office of the president more than twice"

1 hour ago

Trump praises Russia’s move to announce three-day ceasefire in Ukraine

The ceasefire that Vladimir Putin announced for Victory in Europe Day will last from midnight on May 8 to midnight on May 11

Today, 08:55

EU to propose banning Russian gas imports by end of 2027 — Bloomberg

The European Commission intends to announce its plans of suggested bans on Russian pipeline gas imports and LNG supplies under long-term deals in Strasbourg on May 6, the sources said

1 hour ago

Russian tech holding to raise money through equity financing

VK plans to raise up to 115 bln rubles ($1.4 bln) within the framework of the additional issue, to be allocated by the company for debt burden lowering

Two days ago, 14:14

Serbia’s Vucic remains at hospital, details about his health said to be known soon

Aleksandar Vucic felt a strong pain in his chest during his US visit, Dragan Dincic, a cardiologist who has for years participated in the treatment of the Serbian president, explained to reporters

Today, 13:45

Moscow has good development pace — Putin

The Russian leader noted that the share of Moscow in the national economy is also significant

Yesterday, 19:46

Rubio may remain national security advisor permanently — Trump

Henry Kissinger held the posts of secretary of state and national security advisor from 1973 to 1975

52 minutes ago

Two killed, 42 wounded in Israeli strikes on cement plant in Yemen — TV

According to the channel, forty-two more people were wounded

11 Apr, 16:07

Pistorius says Germany can’t give Ukraine more Patriot air defense systems

Germany is the second-largest supplier of weapons to Ukraine after the US

Yesterday, 00:57

Cuban President to travel to Russia to take part in May 9 Victory Day celebrations

"Cuba will be in Red Square this May 9th. It's an honor," Miguel Diaz-Canel wrote on the X social network

1 hour ago

Yemeni port of Hodeida suspends operations after Israeli strikes — source

According to the source, the scope of damage is not yet clear as a strong fire continues at the port’s container and oil terminals

Two days ago, 20:05

Chinese envoy voices criticism of US tariff hikes, calls for dialogue based on equality

"If the US wants to talk, it should act in the spirit of equality and respect," Xie Feng stressed

Yesterday, 16:09

Trump says US closer to agreement on Ukraine with one of parties to conflict — NBC News

Trump said the parties of the conflict had "a very good chance of" striking the deal

Today, 14:56

Russian wheat shipments in May could total around 1.9 mln tons — experts

Total exports from last July to this April, including member-countries of the Eurasian Economic Union, amounted to about 38.6 mln metric tons of wheat, the analytical center said

Today, 15:33

Petition to Slovak president demands vote on lifting Russia sanctions — report

According to the report, the petition collected almost 400,000 signatures

Today, 13:56

Serbian president to return from sick leave, meet Russian ambassador

Aleksandar Vucic is expected to address the nation on Wednesday evening

Two days ago, 12:34

Kremlin has no info on Rubio’s plans for May 9

"American media are currently publishing all sorts of reports, and sometimes you just can’t make heads or tails of what they’re talking about", Russian Presidential Spokesman Dmitry Peskov said

Today, 11:44

Frontline moves as Russian forces advance in several directions at once — expert

Andrey Marochko also emphasized that ensuring the security of Kursk and Belgorod regions from Ukrainian strikes will require establishing a buffer zone along Ukraine’s border areas

5 May 2018, 18:20

Israeli PM to visit Moscow on May 9 - Kremlin

Benjamin Netanyahu was invited to watch a military parade devoted to the Victory in the Great Patriotic War

Today, 12:46

European Commission to unveil plan to halt Russian gas import on May 6

Publication of this document initially scheduled for the start of 2025 was already postponed two times

4 hours ago

Trump wants to work with Erdogan to end Ukraine conflict

According to the social media post, the presidents discussed Ukraine, Syria and Gaza and agreed to exchange visits

Today, 09:32

India holds mock fight between two satellites in space — TV

The experiment marks India’s advancement in the field of space technology, NDTV stressed

2 hours ago

Trading volume in Moscow Exchange markets reaches $1.81 trillion in April

According to the exchange, the trading volume of stocks, depositary receipts, and capital units in April amounted to 4.2 trillion rubles

Two days ago, 11:11

Air defenses down seven JDAM bombs, HIMARS rocket, 292 Ukrainian drones in past day

Operational-tactical aircraft, attack drones, missile troops and artillery of the Russian Armed Forces also struck Ukrainian manpower concentrations in 152 areas, as well as an ammunition and explosives factory

Today, 14:24

Russia hopes to discuss creation of BRICS grain exchange at SPIEF — minister

"Together with the Central Bank we have already discussed possible approaches," Oksana Lut said

30 Apr, 09:19

Large number of world leaders to come to Moscow for Victory Day celebrations — Kremlin

This indicates that very many heads of state and governments share the importance of this holiday and Russia’s pride of the Victory over Nazism, Dmitry Peskov stressed

18 Mar, 08:00

Iranian IRGC military advisers killed in US strikes on Yemen — Sky News Arabia

The Pentagon said that the strikes against targets of the Iranian-backed Ansar Allah movement are distinct from the operations conducted under the previous US administration, as they cover a wider range of targets

2 May, 02:33

US views minerals deal with Kiev as model for new agreements — Bloomberg

The deal covering such resources as oil and gas, graphite and aluminum reflects US leader Donald Trump’s "intention to use foreign policy to add assets rather than liabilities to the US balance sheet," the source said, cited by the news agency

28 Apr, 11:05

Russia sees uptick in technological innovations helped by special military operation — PM

"Innovations are being created that will become the backbone of manufacturing sectors in the coming years," Mikhail Mishustin said

2 May, 14:45

Houthis say they delivered another missile strike on Israeli territory

"This was the second such operation in recent hours," the movement’s military spokesperson Yahya Saree said

Yesterday, 02:28

Battlegroup East destroys 4 control points for UAV’s of Kiev forces in 24 hours

Head of the group's press center, Alexander Gordeyev, added that the units inflicted losses on the manpower and equipment of the mechanized, airmobile, and ranger brigades of the Ukrainian armed forces