Russian oil giant, tycoon Rotenberg challenge European sanctions

According Assistant Director of the FBI’s Los Angeles Field Office, the incident was a deliberate act of terrorism and the service will will determine whether it constitutes international or domestic terrorism

The Kazan Expo International Exhibition Center is hosting an exhibition showcasing the achievements of various countries in different fields

Over the past 24 hours the enemy lost 15 mortar crews and 3 robotic platforms

As its specific feature, the Izdeliye-305 missile developed by the High-Precision Systems Holding Company is maximally protected against enemy jamming

"Negotiations are taking place behind closed doors, just as they should - to ensure they are productive," Dmitry Peskov noted

The Russia-Ukraine talks opened with words of greeting from Turkey’s top diplomat Hakan Fidan

The diplomat pointed to remarks by Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrey Sibiga, who said the talks "made sense" "only for the sake" of the exchange under which both countries would hand over 1,000 prisoners to each other

There were a total of 277 people on board, Mayor Eric Adams reported

Dmitry Peskov emphasized that the specific content of the document would not be disclosed, as the negotiation process remains confidential

The battlegroup also destroyed three Ukrainian field ammunition depots

Direct talks between Russia and Ukraine, their first since 2022, were held in Istanbul on May 16, lasting nearly two hours

According to the Russian Foreign Ministry, Rubio "welcomed agreements to swap the prisoners of war and to prepare each side’s concept of conditions leading to a ceasefire and emphasized Washington’s readiness to continue assistance in seeking ways to settle the situation"

More than 29 million Polish citizens have the right to cast their votes for one of 13 candidates

Bloomberg said earlier that the US and India had finalized the conditions for trade in goods

The Secretary of State noted that, during their conversation, he had also wanted to know Lavrov's opinion on the negotiations that took place in Istanbul on May 16

"So, hopefully we'll get to that stage where talks are happening on a regular basis and that the Vatican will have the opportunity to be one of the options," US Secretary of State noted

According to the New York Post, 17 were injured

During the press conference, reporters noted that the Israeli Prime Minister’s office told about Putin’s apologies in its statement, published after the phone call between the two leaders, while the Kremlin did not

The Russian Foreign Ministry said earlier that on March 17, a phone conversation between Lavrov and Rubio was held at the initiative of the US side

The president stressed that Russia has ample forces to complete the special military operation and reach the designated objectives

Sergey Lavrov has cut down on smoking to literally a couple of cigarettes a day, Maria Zakharova says

Тhe security source added that the Ukrainian army is rushing to relocate forces to the border between the two regions attempting to bolster defenses on that section of the frontline

Vladimir Medinsky cited several historical examples of when negotiations took place while the war was not over

Russia’s Battlegroup Center inflicted more than 3,040 casualties on Ukrainian troops and destroyed 26 enemy armored combat vehicles in its area of responsibility over the week

It has been confirmed that it was a bomb, either placed inside or near the vehicle, he said according to Reuters

The president said that Russia must at least minimize the negative consequences

The festival continues developing the ‘Season of Russian gifts’ concept chosen for REC events this year

Yan Gagin added that Russian servicemen continue to fulfill their combat missions to liberate communities in the DPR

"Everyone, of course, is talking about Ukraine right now due to the intrigue that is unfolding in Istanbul," the Russian foreign minister said

The ministry reported that hospitals in Gaza received 459 wounded individuals

According to Sergey Naryshkin, the crisis of the Western-centered world has primarily affected the system of values

Rustem Umerov did not specify the date of the swap

The company did not disclose the purchaser of assets

Additionally, the presence of Russian forces in that residential area will speed up an offensive on Konstantinovka

The uniforms of the dead enemy soldiers had foreign stripes and chevrons

"It is important that the initiative to exchange prisoners was voiced," Vladimir Saldo said

Moscow's position should be absolutely clear to everyone, Dmitry Peskov pointed out

ASI organized the session "Tech-connect: technological projects of the future," at which the companies were able to discuss the prospects for the development of their production

The Russian delegation, led by presidential aide Vladimir Medinsky, was ready for dialogue as early as Thursday morning

Russia has been barred from participating in the contest since 2022 by decision of the European Broadcasting Union

Alexander Gordeyev emphasized that the battlegroup continues to carry out combat missions in the area of the special military operation

According to Libya Press, seven ministers and four deputies in Dbeibeh’s cabinet has already resigned amid growing protests

The Gepard features a ‘blind’ takeoff capability to counter enemy electronic reconnaissance and make the crew safe at the launch site

Vladimir Putin and Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov warmly congratulated each other on the 80th anniversary of Victory in the Great Patriotic War

The Ukrainian army lost a large number of personnel dead and wounded in that frontline area

"The people can elect their legitimate representatives only via democratic elections," said in declaration

They are building up several defense lines

As reported earlier on Friday, the first direct talks between Russia and Ukraine since the spring of 2022 had kicked off in Istanbul

According to Djuro Macut, the sides expressed mutual readiness to intensify contacts between officials

US President added that his meetings with Vladimir Zelensky were not easy

"We are determined to continue our mediation role to end this war," Turkish president said

"We are working to try to fix many years of [Washington’s] failed and bad diplomacy," Morgan Ortagus said

Zelensky hoped the Western media would amplify his outcry, declare him a hero, and allow him to return to Kiev in triumph. However, this scenario was doomed from the outset," Viktor Medvedchuk said

In the responsibility zone of the Battlegroup North, Ukrainian forces lost an armored combat vehicle, six automobiles, and five field artillery guns

"We're trying to achieve peace and end a very bloody, costly and destructive war," US Secretary of State said

According to Iraq’s INA news agency, the organization urged the international community to unify "our efforts to achieve the interests of the peoples of our region" "condemning the Zionist aggression on Syria"

Aeroflot - Russia's major airline - has no plans to resume flights to Malaysia, Russian Deputy Transport Minister Vladimir Poteshkin noted

Russia sees this as a pragmatic shift by the new White House team, which has regained the capacity for critical thinking

Sirens were sounded in accordance with protocol, the IDF press service added

The largest delegations will come from Italy, Peru - where Pope Leo XIV served as a missionary for several decades during his pastoral ministry - and the United States, his country of origin

Anatoly Kozlachkov said that non-Muslim citizens are considering it to be a better option for them

Reuters reported on Friday that a number of US lawmakers have stepped up calls for tougher sanctions against Moscow amid what they say is "little progress in ceasefire talks" in Istanbul

During the first talks between the delegations of Russia and Ukraine in three years in Istanbul, the sides reached an agreement on exchanging 1,000 prisoners of war from each side

Arnaud Dubien noted that the US President did not allow Zelensky to "slam the door" on talks, defending the composition of the Russian delegation that arrived in Istanbul, despite Ukrainian criticism of Moscow

The New York City Fire Department has not yet responded to TASS’s request for comment

More than 150 delegations are expected to attend

"It’s high time for the West to cease this hysteria, regain composure, and bring their puppets in Kiev to the negotiating table," Maria Zakharova concluded

"It could only be reached if President Trump continues his peaceful initiative," the premier added

Hakan Fidan highlighted the steadfast commitment of the parties to peace

In an interview with CBS News, the top US diplomat noted that currently, the US and Russian sides must determine when and where such a meeting will take place and its main topics

"We can’t allow the situation that happened after the "orange revolution" on the Maidan to repeat itself," Wladysіaw Kosiniak-Kamysz said

Earlier, US President threatened to impose new tariffs and sanctions on Russian exports if the conflict in Ukraine was not resolved in the near future

According to the Mikhail Khodaryonok, Kiev deliberately confined the announcement to general phrases, as it didn’t want to suggest the possibility that the jet could have been shot down by a Russian anti-aircraft missile or a long-range air-to-air missile

"The news about the possible introduction by the European Union of large duties and even a full-fledged trade embargo against Russia raises questions about the feasibility of such an initiative and its potential consequences," Nikolay Gaponenko said

According to the Air Force, the pilot was quickly found and evacuated; his condition is satisfactory

The IDF has begun conducting extensive strikes and mobilizing troops to achieve operational control in areas of the Gaza Strip

The NYT said the Trump administration is feeling disillusioned due to a lack of progress in the efforts to achieve peace

The most recent phone conversation between Putin and Trump was held on March 18

"I wish candidate Kim Moon-soo to win the presidential election, as the fate of the Republic of Korea depends on this," Yoon Suk Yeol president added

According to Hungarian Prime Minister, European leaders will have to conduct talks with Vladimir Putin sooner or later

According to the concern’s press service, the Belarusian capital will host models of the state-of-the-art S-350E Vityaz medium-range anti-aircraft missile system

The total trade turnover between Kazakhstan and Russia for Q1 is estimated at approximately $5.36 bln

The key features include the complete elimination of muzzle flash, and a reduced noise level

Viktor Vodolatsky explained that Zelensky’s demands for direct negotiations are driven by instructions from advisers in France, Britain, and Germany, who continuously oversee and direct the Kiev delegation’s actions

According to the Investigative Committee, the helicopter made a hard landing near the village of Islavskoye in the Odintsovo District of the Moscow Region

"No matter how loud these NATO benchwarmers shout from the sidelines, in order to take a shot on goal, the Ukrainian national team needs to take the field," Maria Zakharova said

The facility started operating in the border city of Suifenhe, the report said

Meanwhile, the official website of the Zamoskvoretsky Court confirmed that materials related to Smerkis’s arrest were indeed submitted to the court for consideration, although it does not specify the final decision rendered

The Russian foreign minister recalled that Zelensky made some statements demanding that Putin attend in person

It has not been indicated when corresponding bills might be brought up for a vote

The head of the Russian delegation, presidential aide Vladimir Medinsky, said he was satisfied with the outcome of the talks and Moscow is ready to continue communication

The Serbian leader added that he did not expect combat operations to end shortly, noting that he voiced his opinion "more as an analyst than as the president of the republic"

The Belarusian president said that the countries were not going to attack anyone, contrary to what some people think

According to Viktor Vodolatsky, the Russian servicemen that are currently in captivity in Ukraine will be provided with highly skilled medical care and rehabilitation in hospitals of the South Military District and Moscow

The Russian leader highlighted the scientific and technical development of the Arctic zone, the implementation of important industrial projects as well as the development of transport infrastructure in the region

The Secretary of State added that US President Donald Trump would prefer to resolve disagreements with Tehran through negotiations rather than military action

Local authorities have not ruled out the possibility of a terrorist act

According to the report, the victims were Palestinians located in the Al-Mawasi humanitarian zone, which is home to displaced persons