Russia

Strengthening Russo-Indian ties: Denis Manturov’s address at Mumbai forum

Russian First Deputy Prime Minister Denis Manturov delivered a compelling address at the Russian-Indian Business Forum on November 11, 2024, in Mumbai.

PM Modi departs for Russia to attend BRICS Summit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi embarked on a two-day visit to Russia today to participate in the 16th BRICS Summit, taking place in Kazan from October 22 to 24.

Putin sets no timeline for Ukraine war, praises PM Modi’s BRICS vision

Russian President Vladimir Putin said that there is no assurance that the war in Ukraine will finish, but he remained firm in his belief that Russia will win.

Russia and India Pledge Strategic Economic Cooperation Until 2030

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Russian President Vladimir Putin have reaffirmed their commitment to advancing the Special and Privileged Strategic Partnership between their nations. The 22nd Annual Bilateral Summit held in Moscow, concluded on July 9. It was marked by extensive discussions aimed at bolstering bilateral economic ties and cooperation across multiple sectors.

Attack in Sevastopol: Russian Foreign Ministry condemns Kyiv, US

The Russian Foreign Ministry of Moscow has accused the Kyiv regime of perpetrating a "heinous terrorist crime" against civilians in Sevastopol, Crimea on June 23. Four civilians including a two-year-old boy and a nine-year-old girl have reportedly died in the attack.

Putin’s historic visit to North Korea after 24 years

Russian President Vladimir Putin will visit North Korea for the first time in 24 years, highlighting the growing relationship

Biden attributes ‘Xenophobia’ to economic woes in India, China, Japan

NEW DELHI: US President Joe Biden has made a bold statement attributing the economic struggles of India, China, and Japan to ‘xenophobia’. Speaking at a fundraising event in Washington for his 2024 re-election campaign, Biden stated that these countries are economically stalling because “they’re xenophobic” and “don’t want immigrants”. Biden argued that migration is beneficial […]

Saudi Arabia’s BRICS membership officially activated

NEW DELHI: After receiving expansion invitations at the 2023 annual summit, Saudi Arabia is now confirmed to become a member of the BRICS alliance. South Africa’s Foreign Minister, Naledi Pandor, has officially announced the inclusion of Saudi Arabia and the four other invited nations. At the beginning of 2024, questions surfaced about Saudi Arabia’s position […]

BRICS membership cure-all for Egypt’s economic woes? Cairo expert explains

NEW DELHI: The BRICS group, a crucial platform for emerging markets and developing nations, has formally embraced five additional members: Egypt, Iran, Saudi Arabia, Ethiopia, and the UAE. Their inclusion became effective on January 1, 2024, signifying a noteworthy expansion for the coalition initially established by Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa. This expansion […]

U.S. & UK launch strikes on Houthi targets in Yemen

The strikes, conducted from both air and sea, come in response to the Houthi movement's attacks on ships and represent a regional expansion of the conflict beyond the Israel-Hamas war in Gaza.