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Pakistan-Russia joint exercise Druzhba-VII commence at Pabbi

October 15, 2024 by Abid Khan

RAWALPINDI: Pakistan-Russia Joint Exercise Druzhba-VII which is the 7th bilateral joint exercise in Counter Terrorism domain between the Armies of Pakistan and Russia has commenced at National Counter Terrorism Centre (NCTC).

According to the Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR), the two weeks long exercise commenced on October 13 at National Counter Terrorism Centre, Pabbi with participation of Light Commando Troops of Pakistan Army and Russian Military Contingent.

The Commandant National Counter Terrorism Centre graced the opening ceremony of the exercise as a chief guest.

The exercise is aimed at refining professional skills through joint training besides harnessing the historic military to military relations among the friendly countries.

The participating troops are looking forward to benefit from mutual expertise and experience.

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Russian soldiers charged in murder of pro-Moscow U.S. fighter

September 21, 2024 by Sana Fatima

The motives behind Bentley’s death remain unknown. Bentley, known as “Texas,” was declared dead in Donetsk in April. The charges include physical violence, negligence, and concealment of a serious crime. On Friday, Russia charged four of its soldiers serving in occupied Ukraine with torturing a U.S. citizen living in Russian-held Donetsk, who had fought with … Read more

Germany wants trade with Kazakhstan, but will honor Russia Sanctions

September 17, 2024 by Sana Fatima

Post-invasion sanctions on Russia led to Russia seeking indirect imports of technology and goods. Scholz highlights the benefits of this exchange for diversifying economies and enhancing resilience. Kazakhstan replaced Russia as the supplier of crude oil for Berlin’s Schwedt refinery. Chancellor Olaf Scholz, during his visit to Kazakhstan, stated that Germany is keen on expanding … Read more

French researcher Vinatier faces charges for foreign agent law violations in Russia

September 17, 2024 by Sana Fatima

Vinatier’s case stems from his failure to register as a foreign agent. Russia’s foreign agent laws have been criticized for suppressing dissent and limiting foreign influence. Vinatier’s guilty plea marks another step in Russia’s crackdown on foreign influences. Laurent Vinatier, a French researcher facing trial in Russia for violating the country’s foreign agent laws, pleaded … Read more

Russia begins evacuation of border villages in Kursk region

September 16, 2024 by Sana Fatima

Moscow is reportedly mounting a counter-offensive in the region, The evacuation of settlements in the Rylsky and Khomutovsky districts within a 15-kilometer radius adjacent to the border. Ukraine reports its forces have advanced across tens of kilometers of Russian territory. On Monday, the local governor announced that Russia is evacuating several villages in the Kursk … Read more

Russian bomb attack on Kharkiv apartment complex Injures 41 people

September 16, 2024 by Sana Fatima

Zelensky reported three other guided bombs had struck villages in the Kharkiv region. Russia denies intentionally targeting civilians and calls for quick decisions on long-range strikes. Zelensky expects the US, France, Germany, and Italy to make the appropriate decisions first. On Sunday, a Russian-guided bomb struck a multi-story apartment building in Kharkiv, Ukraine’s second-largest city, … Read more

Zelensky accuses Russia of attacking Red Cross vehicles in East Ukraine

September 12, 2024 by Sana Fatima

Artillery shelling killed three Ukrainian ICRC workers and wounded two others. The attack occurred in the village of Virolyubivka, near the front line in Donetsk. Russia has not commented on the incident. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky reported that a Russian attack on International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) vehicles in eastern Ukraine on Thursday … Read more

Poland’s Foreign Minister recognizes restricted impact on Iran amid Russia missile moves

September 12, 2024 by Sana Fatima

Reports suggest Tehran allegedly sent short-range missiles to Russia for attacks on Ukraine. Western powers imposed new sanctions on Iran’s aviation sector, including its state carrier, Iran Air. Ukraine warns it might sever ties with Tehran. On Thursday, Poland’s foreign minister acknowledged the limited ability to influence Iran, which is already under heavy sanctions, following … Read more

RIA reports Russian strategic bombers seen over Barents and Norwegian Seas

September 11, 2024 by Sana Fatima

Russian Tu-160 strategic bombers are part of Russia’s “Ocean-2024” drills. Exercises involve over 90,000 servicemen, 400 vessels, and 125 aircraft. Exercises run until September 16 across the Pacific, Arctic, Mediterranean, Baltic, and Caspian Seas. On Wednesday, the state-run RIA news agency quoted the defense ministry, stating that Russian Tu-160 strategic bombers flew over the Barents … Read more

US charges Iran with providing short-range missiles to Russia for Ukraine war

September 10, 2024 by Sana Fatima

Blinken and Lammy prepare to visit Ukraine together. Reports of alleged transfers emerged over the weekend, with intelligence indicating they were underway. Iran denies providing weapons for the Ukraine war, as per previous US intelligence findings. On Tuesday, the United States formally accused Iran of supplying short-range ballistic missiles to Russia for its war in … Read more

Russia claims Ukraine targeted Kursk nuclear plant with drone attack

August 23, 2024 by Sana Fatima

The incident marks the largest invasion of Russia by a foreign power since World War II. Ukraine has established a buffer zone in an area used by Russia to target Ukrainian positions. The plant, which has four reactors, began construction on two additional reactors in 2018. On Friday, Russia accused Ukraine of attempting to attack … Read more

Zelensky praises Kursk success amid Russian rejection of peace talks

August 19, 2024 by Sana Fatima

Moscow claimed another village in the war-battered Donetsk region on Monday. Ukraine ordered the evacuation of families from the key city of Pokrovsk. Zelensky’s troops have set up administrative offices and released footage of Ukrainian soldiers. Ukrainian forces, under President Volodymyr Zelensky’s command, launched a surprise offensive into Russian territory on August 6, advancing several … Read more

Ukrainian authorities recommend evacuation of Pokrovsk due to Russian offensive

August 16, 2024 by Sana Fatima

Russia believes it can contain the incursion without reducing its efforts in Donetsk. Pokrovsk officials have increasingly urged evacuations in the Donetsk region around Pokrovsk. Authorities have instructed people to begin evacuating the town and offered shelter in western Ukraine. On Friday, military authorities in the eastern Ukrainian town of Pokrovsk urged civilians to expedite … Read more

Ukraine opens military facility in Kursk region and claims progress

August 15, 2024 by Sana Fatima

Ukraine’s Top Commander Announces Military Commandant’s Office in Russia’s Kursk Region Forces have gained up to 1.5 km in the last 24 hours. Kyiv’s forces have advanced 35 km since launching the incursion last week. On Thursday, Ukraine’s top commander announced that Kyiv had established a military commandant’s office in the occupied part of Russia’s … Read more

Russia initiates over 10,000 cases against discrediting the military

August 14, 2024 by Sana Fatima

Most cases were filed in the initial months of the war, reaching a total of 5,614 by the end of 2022. This year, at least 1,410 cases have been initiated. Individuals convicted of an initial offense face fines of up to 50,000 rubles ($566). Since Russia invaded Ukraine, authorities have launched over 10,000 cases against … Read more

New Indonesian President plans to strengthen nuclear energy ties with Russia

August 1, 2024 by Sana Fatima

Subianto, who is still serving as Indonesia’s defense minister, met with President Vladimir Putin at the Kremlin. Russia generates about 20% of its power from nuclear energy, while Indonesia relies heavily on coal. Subianto also discussed cooperation in food security, tourism, and education. During his first official trip to Moscow after winning the general vote, … Read more

Turkey sends Russian car bomb suspect to face charges

July 26, 2024 by Sana Fatima

Serebryakov, born in 1995, was detained in Bodrum, Turkey after an unidentified explosive device blew apart a car. The attack injured a Russian military officer, but his identity was confirmed. Serebryakov faces charges of attempted murder and illegal explosives acquisition. On Friday, the interior ministry announced that Turkey had extradited a Russian man suspected of … Read more

Ukraine’s Foreign minister Kuleba Highlights Russia’s sanctions evasion in Hong Kong

July 25, 2024 by Sana Fatima

Western countries have imposed economic penalties on Moscow since the invasion in February 2022. Kuleba calls for Hong Kong to prevent Russia and Russian companies from circumventing restrictive measures. He emphasizes Hong Kong’s reputation as a liberal economy based on the rule of law. On Thursday in Hong Kong, Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba warned … Read more

Russia, China Foreign ministers gear up for talks as ASEAN summit begins

July 25, 2024 by Sana Fatima

Russia and China’s foreign ministers will meet on the sidelines of ASEAN foreign ministers talks in Laos. The three-day meeting, which began in Vientiane, focuses on South China Sea tensions and the conflict in Myanmar. Sergei Lavrov and Wang Yi will meet for a 40-minute “ministerial meeting.” On Thursday, the foreign ministers of Russia and … Read more

Russian media reports North Korean official drowned during Moscow visit

July 17, 2024 by Sana Fatima

The official, who was on an official visit and staying at the North Korean embassy in Moscow, was found dead in the pond. The incident occurred during a record number of high-level visits between Pyongyang and Moscow in the past year. The incident occurred amid a record number of high-level visits between Pyongyang and Moscow. … Read more

Russia’s cautious response to Zelensky’s Summit Offer

July 16, 2024 by Sana Fatima

The US State Department supports Ukraine’s decision to invite Russia to a second summit but expresses doubts about Moscow’s readiness for talks. Zelensky criticized Putin’s demands as a territorial “ultimatum” reminiscent of those issued by Adolf Hitler. Kyiv is increasingly apprehensive about how a potential Donald Trump victory in November. On Tuesday, the Kremlin cautiously … Read more

Russian ‘Double Tap’ attack claims two lives near Ukraine’s Kharkiv

July 14, 2024 by Sana Fatima

Russian forces launched a “double tap” missile attack on a small town near Kharkiv, killing an emergency service official and a police officer. The attack targeted a railway station in Budy, southwest of Kharkiv, and injured 23 people. The head of the Kharkiv district emergency services and a police officer were killed. Russian forces launched … Read more

Kyiv seeks authorization for strikes on Russian air bases

July 12, 2024 by Sana Fatima

Ukrainian presidential adviser, Mykhailo Podolyak, urges allies to lift restrictions on long-range attacks within Russia. The aim is to empower Ukraine to target and eliminate Russian air bases where attacks are launched. Kyiv’s determination to respond to Russian aggression and humanitarian challenges is emphasized. On Friday, a Ukrainian presidential adviser emphasized Kyiv’s request for its … Read more

China and Russia conduct joint military drills amid heightened tensions

July 12, 2024 by Sana Fatima

China and Russia are conducting joint military drills along its southern coast. The drills, named Joint Sea-2024, began in early July and are scheduled to continue until mid-month. Japan has expressed grave concern over joint China-Russia activities near its territory. On Friday, China announced that it was conducting joint military drills with Russia along its … Read more

Russian passenger Jet crash near Moscow

July 12, 2024 by Sana Fatima

Russia’s emergencies ministry reports a Sukhoi Superjet 100-passenger plane crashed near Moscow. All three crew members onboard are believed to have died. The plane crashed during a test flight following repair work. Russia’s emergencies ministry has reported that a Russian passenger plane, carrying only crew, crashed near Moscow. The Sukhoi Superjet 100 went down in … Read more

China retaliates against NATO over Russia accusations

July 12, 2024 by Sana Fatima

China’s Foreign Minister, Wang Yi, rebuts NATO’s accusations of assisting Russia in the Ukraine war. Western states accuse China of providing large-scale support for Russia’s defense industrial base. China has long rebutted accusations of aiding Russia in the war, insisting on its neutrality. China’s foreign minister Wang Yi has rebutted NATO’s “groundless accusations” that Beijing … Read more

Turkiye’s Erdogan raises concerns over potential NATO-Russia clash

July 11, 2024 by Sana Fatima

Erdogan’s comments came as NATO leaders gathered in Washington. Russia plans “response measures” to counter the “very serious threat” from the alliance. Erdogan’s statement came a day after NATO allies announced the transfer of F-16 jets to Ukraine. The official Anadolu news agency reported Thursday that President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said any possibility of a … Read more

Russia sentences student to Jail for allegedly passing troop locations to Kyiv

July 11, 2024 by Sana Fatima

A student in Birobidzhan, Russia, was sentenced to five years in prison for allegedly passing troop locations to Kyiv. The student collected information on Russian troops and military units in Ukraine. Russia has been cracking down on critics of its military offensive in Ukraine since 2022. On Thursday, a Russian court in the far eastern … Read more

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