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‘Absolutely unacceptable’: Japan condemns visit by Vladimir Putin to disputed Kuril Islands

Japanese PM says islands seized by Soviets late in second world war are part of her country under international law

The Guardian - UK

Putin's first trip to the Pacific island chain claimed by Japan draws a protest from Tokyo

Putin visited a fish plant, a hospital and a school on Iturup, one of the volcanic chain's southern islands. He also briefly spoke to local residents and met with the governor of Russia's Sakhalin region, Valery Limarenko.

The Economic Times

Tokyo issues angry response as Putin makes his first visit to the disputed Kuril islands

The four contested islands, seized by Russia during World War II, have gained importance since the end of the conflict, providing strategic military bases to the Kremlin.

Euronews

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Putin visits Kuril islands claimed by Japan

MOSCOW - Russian President Vladimir Putin visited the far-eastern Kuril islands for the first time on Thursday, prompting a “strong” protest by Japan which also claims the territory.

Bangkok Post

Japan summons Russian ambassador after Putin visits disputed Kuril islands

Japan’s foreign minister summoned the Russian ambassador in Tokyo to lodge a “strong protest” against President Vladimir Putin’s surprise visit to the Kuril islands on Thursday. Tokyo maintains its claim to the disputed islands near Japan's northernmost Hokkaido island since they were seized by the Soviet Union in 1945.

France 24

Vladimir Putin threatens retaliation for Western seizures of Russian commercial vessels

President Putin threatened retaliation against Western seizures of Russian commercial vessels. He described these actions as piracy and a breach of international maritime law. Russia stated it could respond in kind in any necessary and appropriate area. Navy officials reported readiness to inspect and detain ships from unfriendly nations. This…

The Economic Times

How Russia turned to medieval saints in its push for ‘traditional values’ – and more babies

One Saturday afternoon in May 2026, families gathered on Poklonnaya Gora, a hilltop war memorial park in western Moscow. They came for a procession and a “moleben,” an Orthodox prayer service, for the well-being of Russian families. Church media billed it as the first Day of the Sanctity of the…

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Iran-US war latest: Mourners gather as six-day funeral for former supreme leader Ali Khamenei starts in Tehran

Iran warned the US and Israel any attacks during the public funeral would be met with a ‘harsh retaliation’

The Independent UK

Top Russian Official Says EU Countries Have 'Unilaterally Entered Into a War With Russia'

Dmitry Medvedev, Deputy Chair of the Security Council, said European Union countries have "unilaterally entered into a war with Russia."

International Business Times

Russian drone targeting Ukraine hits apartment building in Romania, injuring 2, officials say

Romanian authorities say a Russian drone that was part of an overnight attack on Ukraine crashed into an apartment building in eastern Romania

AAP

Russian official warns Europe to brace for more drone incidents after Romania episode

Dmitry Medvedev, a senior Russian official, has issued a stark warning to Europe. He stated that drones will continue to enter European nations, disrupting peace. Medvedev indicated this is a consequence of European involvement in the conflict with Russia. He suggested that citizens in EU countries should prepare for continued…

The Economic Times

Russia-Ukraine Conflict: The Definitive UK Retort That Shut Down Kremlin's Ominous 'Sleep Well' Threat

At the OSCE in Vienna, the UK envoy rejects Moscow's latest threat in blunt terms and demands the release of three detained monitors, signalling no shift in Britain's stance.

International Business Times UK

Potential targets: Moscow releases data about European firms making drones for Ukraine

Since the beginning of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, European countries have provided Kyiv with extensive financial and military aid, supplying the armed forces with weapons systems and ammunition.

Euronews

Is the UK at War with Russia? London, Leicester, and Suffolk Named on 'Hit List' of European Strike Targets

Russia has warned European countries allegedly supplying Ukraine with military equipment, listing potential strike targets. The UK government has not yet commented on the perceived threat.

International Business Times UK

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World War 3 Fears: Putin Ally Warns 'Global Catastrophe' Is Imminent After Iran Strike

World War 3 fears spike after Russia's Dmitry Medvedev warned a US-Israel strike on Iran that killed Ayatollah Khamenei could trigger global catastrophe.

The Times of India

US-Israel strike Iran: How the world reacted

Global leaders voiced varied reactions to coordinated US-Israel strikes on Iran, with the EU urging maximum restraint and respect for international law. Spain called for de-escalation, while Malaysia condemned the actions, fearing regional catastrophe. Australia backed US efforts against Iran's nuclear program, but Norway questioned the strike's legality. Russia criticized…

The Guardian - UK

Russian firms have routed $8bn of trade through British island territories since invasion of Ukraine

Anti-corruption group Transparency International has catalogued ‘sanctions circumvention’ channelled through ‘unaccountable jurisdictions’

Euronews

The end of the START: US and Russia no longer have limits on their nuclear arsenals

For the first time in over half a century, the US and Russia have no legally binding agreement limiting their strategic nuclear forces. Does the nuclear race begin now as the New START treaty expires on Thursday, or is it already under way?

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‘Grave moment’: end of US-Russia nuclear pact comes at worst possible time, UN chief warns

António Guterres urges two powers to quickly sign new deal as New Start expires

The Independent UK

The last US-Russian nuclear pact is about to expire, ending a half-century of arms control

The last remaining nuclear arms pact between Russia and the United States is set to expire this week, removing any caps on the two largest atomic arsenals for the first time in more than a half-century

The Guardian - UK

Expiry of nuclear weapons pact between US and Russia risks new arms race

Ending of New Start treaty will remove mutual limits on the world’s two biggest nuclear arsenals

The Independent UK

Top Kremlin official’s chilling nuclear warning as treaty due to expire

A top Kremlin official has warned that if the New START treaty expires without a replacement, the world should be alarmed that the biggest nuclear powers have no limits for the first time since the early 1970s.

International Business Times UK

Russia Ridicules Emmanuel Macron's Warning Over US Plans To Annex Greenland

Russia ridicules Emmanuel Macron's 'unprecedented' warning to Donald Trump over Greenland, as the Kremlin exploits widening cracks in the NATO alliance.

International Business Times UK

Putin Ally Erupts Over Alleged CIA Strike, Vows to 'Kill More' in Ukraine as WWIII Fears Escalate

Russian propagandist Vladimir Solovyov rages over an alleged CIA-backed drone strike on Putin's residence, vowing to 'kill more people' in Ukraine amid escalating threats.

International Business Times UK

Trump Mocks Putin After Russian Warships Flee Tanker Seizure

Donald Trump has mocked Vladimir Putin after Russian warships reportedly fled the scene during the US-led seizure of the Marinera oil tanker in the North Atlantic.

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