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Houthi-run TV releases video of abandoned Mocha airport

Houthi-run TV has aired drone video of Yemen’s Mocha International Airport, empty and abandoned.

Kremlin welcomes Trump’s idea of energy truce with Ukraine, calls for sanctions removal

The Kremlin said on Tuesday it welcomed a US proposal for a Russia-Ukraine moratorium on attacking each other’s energy infrastructure, while saying it was also necessary to protect seaborne exports and remove “illegal” sanctions …

Kremlin briefing touches on Ukrainian attempt to strike energy site, Trump’s truce idea

It is possible to discuss the resumption of Russian gas supplies to Europe only if they are beneficial for the country, Dmitry Peskov said

As world debates AI risks, China closes tech gap with US

The future of AI will depend significantly on what China and the US do and don’t do

Kiev puts safety of Europe at risk by continuing attacks on ZNPP — Russian MFA

Losing ground amid chronic failures on the front lines, the Ukrainian authorities and armed forces are resorting to increasingly reckless and fierce actions, Maria Zakharova noted

Only Russian gas purchases can save Europe from new price records — expert

According to data from London’s ICE exchange, during trading on September 14, the price of gas in Europe exceeded $1,000 per 1,000 cubic meters for the first time since December 2022

Russia remains Kazakhstan's top import partner in January-July

Goods from Russia accounted for 30.8% of Kazakhstan's imports in the first seven months of this yea

Zelenskyy says Ukraine will pause attacks if Russia spares infrastructure

Zelenskyy insists de-escalation depends on US ensuring Russia's genuine readiness to stop war and attacks on Ukraine.

Russia never refused Europe to open communication channel on Ukraine — Lavrov

From time to time, certain European countries want to establish some kind of communication channel without publicly announcing it, Sergey Lavrov said

Russia expects Grossi to condemn Kiev’s attacks on Zaporozhye NPP

On September 11, the Ukrainian armed forces carried out a series of combined strikes on fuel trucks transporting diesel fuel intended to power the Zaporozhye NPP’s backup diesel generators

Dozens of aircraft, hundreds of buildings: US loss to Iran attacks revealed

The Pentagon watchdog's report paints a picture of significant losses to US forces and facilities in the region.

Algerian ambassador says African countries thank Russia for technology assistance

Toufik Jouamaa stressed that "without such a partnership approach, it would be impossible to move forward"

Saudi airstrikes in Yemen leave 3 dead, including 2 children

Saudi airstrikes have killed three people, including two children, in Yemen’s Taiz province, according to Anees al Asbahi, a spokesperson for the Houthi-run health ministry

Nairobi to host World Athletics Championships in 2029

Nairobi beats London, Munich and Rome to become the first African hosts, World Athletics says.

Nigeria set to begin 8 Championship campaign, eye Olympic Qualification

World Taekwondo Lifts Ban on Hosting Competitions in Russia

World Taekwondo initially suspended Russian and Belarusian athletes and canceled all Russia-based events in March 2022 after the full-scale invasion of Ukraine.

Nairobi to host 2029 World Athletics Championships in African first

Most UAVs flying deep into Russia downed by mobile armed units along border — expert

Oleg Ivanov said that mobile armed units had become an effective layered defense system in the Kursk Region

Press review: EU eyes Russian assets as Ukraine corruption scandal erodes Western trust

Top stories from the Russian press on Tuesday, September 15th

Games-Asiad organisers pledge to address accommodation complaints as cruise ship arrives

IN BRIEF: Russian Armed Forces strike Ukrainian military, energy, transport facilities

As a result of strikes in the Velikaya Balka settlement in the Odessa Region, a logistics center for the storage and distribution of military cargo arriving in Ukraine from abroad was struck

Israeli media suggests debt relief to recruit US youth for Iran war

Many have been shocked by a proposal in Israeli media that suggested preying upon indebted young Americans in order to turn them into troops against Iran.

This is how much more you could pay for petrol and diesel in October

A steep rise in international petroleum product prices means South African motorists should brace for noticeably higher fuel costs in October, according to the latest data from the Central Energy Fund

Denmark Summons Russian Ambassador After Frigate Fires Flares Toward Military Helicopter

A Russian frigate was said to have fired flares toward a Danish military helicopter in international waters, narrowly missing the aircraft.

Ukrainian Attack Kills One in Belgorod, Hits Commercial and Industrial Sites Across Russia

An Ozon warehouse was among several sites damaged during a missile attack on the southern port city of Taganrog, officials said.

Asian Games cruise ship arrives in Nagoya as accommodation complaints grow

Organisers are hoping there will be fewer complaints about the cruise ship, despite the Games taking place during Japan's typhoon season.

Houthis say air strikes hit Yemen after Saudi Arabia vows ‘firm’ response

Saudi-led coalition promises to respond 'firmly' to Houthi strikes on urban areas in Saudi Arabia.

Any use of Russian assets would cause greater damage to Europe than to Russia — portal

Europe is forced to balance between aiding Ukraine and financial suicide, media outlet InsideOver said

China's new tech, national security exit-entry rules take effect

Foreign nationals may ​be denied entry to China for one to five years ‌for false statements made in visa applications.

Those responsible for Ekurhuleni murders will be caught - SAPS

Those responsible for Ekurhuleni murders will be caught - SAPS The South African Police Service (SAPS) has vowed to apprehend those responsible for the murders of women in Ekurhuleni, Gauteng, as the body of a sixth woman was dis…