1 Apr, 09:42

Putin, Xi emphasize constant nature of Russia-China partnership — Lavrov

"Most recently, during an online video conference, and prior to that, a telephone call, they once again reaffirmed their mutual commitment to the ongoing strengthening of the Russian-Chinese bond," Russia’s top diplomat noted

MOSCOW, April 1. /TASS/. Directions set by Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping underscore the constant and not variable nature of the comprehensive partnership and strategic cooperation between the two countries, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said on Tuesday opening talks with his Chinese counterpart Wang Yi.

"We have noticed that you, dear Mr. Wang Yi, recently told media in Beijing that the comprehensive partnership and strategic cooperation between our countries is of a constant and not variable nature. This is exactly how our leaders, President Vladimir Putin and President Xi Jinping, guide us," Lavrov said.

"Most recently, during an online video conference, and prior to that, a telephone call, they once again reaffirmed their mutual commitment to the ongoing strengthening of the Russian-Chinese bond," Russia’s top diplomat said. "We will apply all our efforts to ensure the effective execution of their agreements."

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China to take countermeasures to defend its interests amid US tariffs — ministry

Chinese Ministry of Commerce stated that tariffs seriously harmed legitimate rights and interests of all nations, describing them as "typical practice of unilateral intimidation"

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Donald Tusk said that 'friendship means partnership'

Russia helps appeal against Interpol arrest warrant for RS leaders — president

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EU, US businesses quietly engaged with SPIEF for years — Kremlin

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Joint actions by Russia, Belarus reliably ensure security of both countries — Putin

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Toyota to recall 1,913 Land Cruiser SUVs in Russia

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Trump’s envoy on Ukraine says Moscow, Kiev ‘on precipice’ of ceasefire

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Yesterday, 20:41

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Yesterday, 14:36

Ukrainian troops hit gas-distributing station in LPR, leaving 11,100 people without gas

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Kiev deliberately undermines any peace initiatives — Russian MFA

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Russia prefers to continue working with US to resolve Ukraine conflict — Kremlin

"Everyone would prefer not to fight, but to talk, and not only to talk but to be heard, this is what we have with the current American administration," Dmitry Peskov said

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Yesterday, 16:09

Spaniards detained near Baikonur spaceport released — source

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Kiev regime had no time to conceal its crimes in Kursk Region — Russian mission to UN

Dmitry Polyansky pointed out that, while fleeing en masse, Ukrainian troops were abandoning expensive Western-made hardware

Yesterday, 13:42

Europe’s 'reassurance force' plan for Ukraine akin to occupation — Russian envoy

The idea behind the plan is "to take control over [Ukraine’s] political regime militarily while retaining external governance of this land regardless of how negotiations may end," Rodion Miroshnik maintained

Yesterday, 23:39

New customs tariffs to help US quickly reduce its state debt — Trump

In his words, the measures will 'supercharge our domestic industrial base'

Hungary to exit ICC as it becomes 'political instrument' — Orban

"The Hungarian minister of justice will hand over to the national parliament the paperwork on our termination of cooperation with the court," the Hungarian prime minister said

Elon Musk dismisses claims that his role in politics will soon diminish

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt added that he would 'depart from public service as a special government employee when his incredible work at DOGE is complete'

Russia not included in list of nations, subject to US customs duties

The document mentions a number of former Soviet republics

US sees ‘good cooperation’ from Russia and Ukraine on conflict settlement — Trump

US leader assured that he would like to get the conflict in Ukraine ended, and at the same time he wants to prevent another conflict, in the Middle East, from happening

EU is 'sinking ship' — Russian Foreign Ministry

Maria Zakharova cited US President Donald Trump's recently announced tariffs as further evidence that the EU's previously projected GDP growth targets would miss their mark

Yesterday, 17:34

US preparing to attack Iran's nuclear facilities in coming weeks — Daily Mail

An Israeli diplomatic source said that the government believes that "From Israel's perspective, with Trump in the White House, this represents the optimum moment to deal with Iran"

Yesterday, 23:43

Russian, US officials begin meeting in Washington — WP

The talks are "ongoing," said the person, who spoke on the condition of anonymity to discuss a sensitive matter

Russian units wipe out up to 100 Ukrainian troops while mopping up Veseloye in DPR

The ministry stressed that MLRS and assault drone crews in coordination with unmanned aerial vehicle operators eliminated firing positions and stationing areas of Ukrainian troops

Crew divert Tu-22M3 away from homes near Russia’s Baikal minutes before crash — governor

No damage to houses or civilian casualties occurred

Yesterday, 17:02

No one refused to participate in Operation Pipeline — Russia's deputy defense minister

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FSB nabs Russian woman suspected of high treason in Kherson region

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Yesterday, 18:15

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Press review: Germany mulls Nord Stream restoration as Zaporozhye NPP sparks talks

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Over 60% of French people think democracy in country ineffective

The majority of those supporting right-wing parties expressed concern over the observance of the principles of a constitutional state

Yesterday, 15:52

US adds Russian individuals, companies to sanction list

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Trump’s administration to continue trying to contain and weaken Russia — senior diplomat

"We do not intend to overstate this report, but we must not ignore its influence on the policies under Trump’s presidency," Sergey Ryabkov remarked

Yesterday, 20:06

Russian stock market plunging for eleven trading days in a row

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Yesterday, 19:30

US looks to weaken Russia’s ties with Iran, China, North Korea — Kellogg

Cooperation between China and Russia is viewed by the US as "global issue" that also involves Iran and North Korea, according to the envoy

Russia-US dialogue important for building safe world for all — RDIF head

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US prohibits romance between its government personnel in China and Chinese citizens — AP

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Denmark to provide $970 mln aid package to Ukraine for air defense, artillery weapons

Danish Foreign Minister Lars Lokke Rasmussen said he hoped that Denmark’s aid would inspire other allies for even larger support