BRICS & Global South News

Yerevan unwelcome in EU, which is why Pashinyan is delays plebiscite — Armenian economist

According to Grant Mikaelyan, the Armenian PM tells domestic audiences that a referendum should be held, while suggesting in statements addressed to Russia that it should not take place

Berlin provides zero evidence of Russian involvement in Leipzig incident — ambassador

The Russian Embassy in Berlin earlier described the incident as a hastily fabricated provocation

2027: ADC moves to reconcile aggrieved members after primaries, inaugurates committee

This is how SA can fight organised crime, expert tells Madlanga

Dr Mark Shaw has recommended to the Madlanga commission the short-term establishment of an Organised Crime Council to co-ordinate the response to South Africa's high levels of organised crime.

What we know about FIS ruling on Russian athletes’ reinstatement at int’l tournaments

Athletes from Russia will compete as neutrals at international competitions

Iran warns it will face continued US aggression with ‘heavier, broader, more devastating r...

Iran’s highest operational command unit says the Islamic Republic will respond to continued American aggression with “heavier, broader, and more devastating” retaliation.

Yemen vows to stand by Iran’s side amid continued US aggression, backs Tehran’s retaliatio...

Yemen pledges to stand by Iran’s side amid continued unprovoked American aggression, expressing support for the Islamic Republic’s response to the aggressor as a legitimate right.

US strike hits wedding reception in southern Iran, martyring five, including a child

At least five people are martyred and 50 others wounded after shrapnel from a US attack hits a residential building holding a wedding reception in a city in the southern Iranian province of Hormozgan.

Germany orders Russian Consulate General staff to leave country by Sept 18 — ambassador

The diplomat noted that, in accordance with a decision by the German authorities, the Consulate General in Bonn will be closed by September 18

Russia, South Africa oppose politicization of human rights — Russian Foreign Ministry

According to Grigory Lukyantsev, the recent meeting in Pretoria recorded a high level of mutual understanding and outlined new prospects for strengthening the partnership between the two states on the international stage

NCDMB participates in Africa Oil Week 2026, champions local content and industrial growth

EU or Eurasia: Why Putin sparred with Armenia’s PM

Relations between Russia and Armenia have reached historic lows as Yerevan pivots towards the West.

EU or Eurasia: Why Putin sparred with Armenia’s PM

Relations between Russia and Armenia have reached historic lows as Yerevan pivots toward the West.

30 years after Atlanta glory, Uba Sani honours Amokachi, Babayaro, Lawal

Kiev loses some 1,330 troops along engagement line in past day — Russia’s top brass

The Russian troops has established control of the Kazachya Lopan settlement in the Kharkov Region and Svyatogorsk in the DPR

Bodies excavated from worst flood-hit district near Nepal-China border

Bodies are being excavated from the mud in Nepal's Rusawa district, which was devastated by the glacial flood.

Why Ferrari thinks the Amalfi Spider can work in Southeast Asia

Traffic, tropical weather and high ownership costs make this a demanding region for convertibles. Ferrari’s latest Spider has been engineered with those everyday realities in mind.

Authorities stepping up efforts to ensure security of oil refineries — Russian deputy PM

According to Alexander Novak, oil refineries in Russia are better protected than those in the UAE at present as the country’s authorities are proceeding from a more severe threat model

Rosatom in talks with Iran on building small nuclear power plants

According to Alexey Likhachev, as Iran returns to peaceful life, the country will develop its nuclear program, and Rosatom intends to participate in it

Russian-Chinese relations reach unprecedented level — Kremlin

Moscow and Beijing consistently uphold the principles of mutual respect, equality, trusting dialogue and firm mutual support on issues affecting the sovereignty, territorial integrity and other vital interests of the two sides

Five players who could get Bafana lifeline under Pitso

New Bafana Bafana coach Pitso Mosimane could turn to several emerging and overlooked South African players as he begins his second stint in charge of the national team.

Employees return to work at Iran's Bushehr nuclear site as situation calms — Rosatom chief

According to Alexey Likhachev, Iran is also increasing the number of its employees who are actively cooperating with Russian managers of construction projects

International Equestrian Federation lifts all restrictions on Russian athletes

The international equestrian body allowed to organize FEI-sponsored tournaments on the territory of Russia

International Ski and Snowboard Federation grants neutral status to Russian athletes

Last season, a number of Russian athletes were granted the right to compete in FIS-sponsored tournaments under a neutral status

What do we know about the fatal US bombing of a wedding in Iran’s Sirik?

A residential building and a telecom tower were struck overnight, as Iran and the US launched more strikes over Hormuz.

Russian refineries better protected than those in UAE, Novak says

The official highlighted that protecting the refineries had been quite costly for oil companies

Ghana, Nigeria set for African Unity Cup in Estonia

Kremlin notes closeness with China on key global issues

The two countries closely coordinate their positions at the UN and in multilateral forums

Press review: NATO excludes Russia from drone probes as Japan pursues remilitarization

Top stories from theRussian press on Wednesday, September 2nd

Warehouse with dual-use goods, energy infrastructure hit: strikes by Russian Armed Forces

The Russian Armed Forces hit the Stellar Jet logistics center near the Vishnevoye settlement in the Kiev region using Geran-4 Seeker drones