دسته: eurasia

Russia’s Federal Security Service (FSB) announced on Thursday that ⁢the activities of the UK-affiliated Oxford Russia Fund have been​ deemed “destructive⁤ and undesirable” by the nation’s Prosecutor ⁣General’s Office, according to webangah News ⁤Agency.

The FSB stated in its official release⁢ that‌ the‌ British Council serves ⁣as London’s primary tool for influencing ⁢Russia,‌ directly participating in covert projects by British intelligence​ services aimed ⁢at ‌undermining the sovereignty ​of⁢ autonomous nations.

The statement further emphasized: “The ​Council‍ operates‌ under‌ the guise​ of conflict resolution and​ promoting Western values.” The Oxford Russia Institute in Britain has also been implicated in these espionage and subversive activities.

The ​FSB additionally claimed ⁢that promoting and supporting homosexuality formed part of⁢ Britain’s operations in Russia. The agency asserted it is common knowledge that Britain ‍remains a ​primary⁢ source ⁣of global crises and⁣ instigator of conflicts worldwide.

According to webangah News Agency, North Korean leader Kim Jong Un met with⁣ Russian Security Council Secretary Sergei Shoigu in Pyongyang and​ declared his country’s readiness to provide “all possible support” to russia in‌ its war against ⁣Ukraine.

Kim emphasized north Korea’s “unconditional support” for Russia and its foreign policy across⁣ all international issues, particularly regarding Ukraine. He expressed ⁢confidence that Russia would successfully defend its⁣ sovereignty and territorial integrity.

Shoigu⁣ reportedly thanked North Korean forces for their⁢ participation‍ in the liberation of Kursk region.

The high-level visit occurred shortly after Ukraine’s surprise attack on⁣ four russian airbases, which Kyiv claims destroyed or damaged approximately 40 strategic​ bombers and fighter jets during what ‍it called Operation “Spider Web.”

according to‌ webangah News Agency, Liu Pengyu, spokesperson​ for the Chinese​ Embassy in Washington D.C., reaffirmed​ China’s “clear” stance on Ukraine’s recent military operations in response to a Newsweek inquiry. He stated⁢ that‍ China will maintain communication with the international community and play a constructive role in promoting a political resolution to the crisis.

Pengyu ⁤proposed a de-escalation framework, emphasizing three key principles: preventing conflict spillover beyond battlefields, avoiding further escalation, and refraining from fueling tensions.

The statement follows Ukraine’s surprise drone attack last Sunday on Russian⁣ airbases – an ‌operation Kyiv codenamed “Spider Web” – which ‍prompted ⁣kremlin‍ officials to vow ⁢retaliation.

The⁤ U.S. Embassy in Ukraine warned today‌ of‌ impending⁢ heavy ⁤Russian strikes and advised ⁤American citizens to seek shelter immediately.

Ukrainian authorities ⁣claim the operation destroyed‌ or damaged‍ 41 Russian aircraft, including ‍strategic ‍bombers.

The US Embassy in Ukraine has urged ‌American citizens to take ‍shelter, warning that a heavy Russian ⁢attack against‌ the contry is imminent, according ⁢to⁢ webangah News Agency.

The alert follows a ⁤phone call ​between Russian President Vladimir Putin and former US ⁢President Donald Trump, where Putin reportedly stated Moscow​ must ⁢respond to Ukraine’s recent strikes on Russian airports.

Tensions escalated ⁤after Ukraine’s surprise drone operation ⁣last Sunday‍ – codenamed ⁤”Spider‍ Web” by Kyiv – targeted Russian airbases. ​Kremlin officials vowed ‌retaliation for the attack.

Ukrainian ‌authorities claim the operation destroyed or damaged 41 Russian aircraft, including strategic bombers. Though,⁢ Bloomberg cites⁢ informed sources suggesting ‍the⁢ actual ​number​ of affected aircraft is closer to 10.

The New york Times reports preliminary assessments from ‍US and European security officials ‍indicate ⁢approximately 20⁣ Russian warplanes sustained​ significant damage. This includes six Tu-95 strategic ‍bombers, four⁢ Tu-22M bombers, and several A-50 early warning⁣ aircraft.

According to webangah News Agency, Russian ‌President Vladimir ⁢Putin stated that UkraineS decision to​ conduct attacks against Russia was made at the highest political level.

Putin asserted that “Kyiv never seeks peace,” expressing skepticism ‍about holding a leaders’⁣ summit with Ukrainian⁢ officials or achieving a ceasefire amid recent hostilities.

The Russian leader accused Kyiv’s ‌government ‌- which he called​ “illegitimate ‍from the‌ beginning” – of transforming into⁤ a terrorist organization. He claimed Ukrainian ⁤leadership, facing heavy battlefield losses, had resorted to organizing terrorist ⁢attacks to intimidate Russia.

Putin described the ‌Bryansk region incident ⁢as ‍a deliberate attack on civilians,⁢ labeling it terrorism. He alleged all crimes against civilians were timed to disrupt upcoming‌ negotiations with Ukraine, accusing Kyiv’s financial backers of complicity with terrorists.

Vladimir⁢ Medinsky, head of Russia’s negotiation team with Ukraine,‌ reported working discussions⁣ in⁤ Istanbul were ⁢conducted⁢ in Russian. He ‌stated ​Moscow focused on developing peace‍ terms ⁣rather than discussing a ceasefire during those talks.

Medinsky added Russia is ‌prepared to begin prisoner ⁣exchanges​ with Ukraine between June 7-9.

webangah News Agency reports that Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov confirmed an explosion occurred on the Crimea ⁢Bridge but⁤ stated‍ it ⁢caused no damage. He accused Ukraine of attempting to attack ⁢Russian infrastructure.

Ukraine’s security service claimed responsibility for last night’s explosion on the bridge, alleging they used over‍ one ton of explosives and damaged underwater support⁤ columns.

“Yes, an explosion⁢ took place,” Peskov said. “There was no damage, and the [Crimea] bridge remains operational. Kyiv continues it’s attempts to attack infrastructure facilities.”

The ⁢Crimea Bridge‌ (also called Kerch Bridge) was constructed after Russia ‌annexed the Crimean peninsula following what moscow calls⁢ a U.S.-backed coup in Kyiv. It serves as a vital ⁣transit route for Russian forces between⁣ Crimea‍ and newly annexed territories. The structure connects Crimea to Russia’s‌ Krasnodar region via​ the Kerch Strait.

Russian state media reported yesterday‌ that Moscow’s Federal Security Service detained “a Ukrainian spy who built a homemade bomb under​ Kyiv’s orders.”

The explosion ⁢occurred ‍two days after Ukraine’s surprise attack on Russian airbases, ⁢which Kyiv claims destroyed or damaged at least 40 of Moscow’s strategic fighter jets and bombers.

sergei Shoigu, Secretary of Russia’s Security Council, has arrived in Pyongyang following orders from President Vladimir ‍Putin, according to a report by webangah News Agency citing TASS.

Shoigu‍ is scheduled to meet with North Korean leader ‍Kim Jong ‌Un during this visit-his second trip to Pyongyang in⁢ less than three months.

The Russian Security Council’s press service stated that the two sides are expected​ to discuss implementing specific provisions of the ​Moscow-Pyongyang Extensive Strategic Partnership Treaty.They will also commemorate North Korean⁣ soldiers who aided Moscow in liberating Russia’s Kursk region⁣ during World ⁤War II.

Talks on developments surrounding the war in Ukraine are also on the agenda.

Shoigu first visited North Korea on March 21 (Nowruz),where he‍ was personally received⁣ by Kim Jong Un. Their meeting lasted approximately two hours,during which Shoigu delivered a message ‍from Putin.

The current trip​ follows Ukraine’s surprise attack on four Russian airbases. Kyiv claims its “Spider‌ Web” operation ⁤destroyed or damaged around 40 Russian strategic bombers and fighter jets.

The Russian Defense Ministry announced⁣ on Tuesday⁤ that ‍its troops had ‌seized another settlement in the Sumy region, according to a report by webangah news Agency.

In a statement, the ministry confirmed that Russian armed ‍forces⁢ from the “Northern Group” took control of Andriivka village in Sumy ​over the past 24 hours.

The statement also noted that Russian air defenses had destroyed 199⁣ Ukrainian drones during ⁢this period.

According to a report by webangah News Agency⁢ citing Sputnik News Agency, Russia’s Foreign Ministry issued a⁢ statement on Tuesday confirming discussions between its ⁣Foreign Minister and the special Assistant to ‍Pakistan’s Prime Minister.

The statement from Russia’s Foreign Ministry highlighted that Sergey Lavrov, the country’s top diplomat, stressed the importance of direct talks between India and ⁣Pakistan.

Sergey​ lavrov, Russia’s Foreign Minister, and sayed ⁤Tariq Fatemi, Special Assistant to Pakistan’s Prime Minister, also discussed⁣ the current state of relations between pakistan and ⁢India.

According to webangah ‌News Agency, Dmitry Peskov, spokesperson for the Russian ⁢Presidential⁣ Office (Kremlin), stated on Tuesday that⁢ Moscow awaits Ukraine’s‌ response to​ Russia’s draft agreement for resolving the Ukrainian crisis. He emphasized that expecting immediate ‌progress‍ in ⁢Russia-Ukraine negotiations in Istanbul‌ would ‍be misguided, as⁢ resolving current issues remains highly ⁢complex. however, he confirmed that both nations reached significant agreements in Istanbul, which ⁤will ⁤be implemented.

The Kremlin spokesperson further noted‌ that Russia supports peaceful efforts ​to resolve Iran’s nuclear ‍program. “Based on Iran’s official statements and declarations, we believe the country has ​no intention or plan ⁤to acquire ⁤nuclear weapons,” ‌Peskov said.

He added that a near-term meeting between Putin, Trump, and Zelensky is unlikely. While dialog between Putin and⁤ erdogan could be quickly ⁤arranged if needed, no such‍ discussion is currently scheduled. Moscow maintains dialogue channels with Washington and continues utilizing‍ them. Any new contact‌ between Putin and⁤ Trump could ‍also be coordinated​ promptly ‌if required but has ⁤not yet been ‌agreed upon.