Russia
Long-range strike permission unlikely to turn the tide
The United States has authorised Ukraine to use US-made long-range weapons against targets in Russia
RussiaRussia will push Israel on security of forces in Syria
Moscow has issued strong statements against a recent Israeli strike near a base housing Russian forces in Syria
IsraelIndonesia will strive to draw closer to Russia
The two countries held joint naval drills last week
IndonesiaNorth Korea looks set to fight in Moscow’s war
Washington has confirmed that North Korean troops are fighting
North KoreaBulgaria continues its move away from Russian energy
Russian energy giant Lukoil is reportedly selling its crude oil refinery in Bulgaria
BulgariaNorth Korea will ramp up military activity
Seoul has announced North Korea’s deployment to the Ukraine war’s front line
North KoreaProspects for the Russian economy in 2025
After two years of faster-than-expected expansion, the growth rate is likely to slow over the next year
RussiaSandu victory will ensure EU focus for Moldova
President Maia Sandu secured a second term in yesterday’s presidential election run-off, winning 55% of the vote
Moldova