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Germany's new military strategy identifies Russia as 'existential risk', predicts possible NATO confrontation by 2029
In a significant shift outlined in the newly updated "Military Strategy of the German Armed Forces," Germany has now flagged Russia as a source of "existential risks," according to a report from Der Spiegel.
Crafted over 18 months by military officials and experts, the strategy delivers a sobering threat analysis suggesting a possible direct military confrontation between Russia and NATO by 2029. As reported by Der Spiegel, this foreboding scenario is compounded by Russia’s military expansion …
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Russia's 'New People' party offers Elon Musk political asylum amid tensions with Trump
Russia's "New People" party has extended an invitation to American billionaire Elon Musk, offering him political asylum. The Russian Foreign Ministry is expected to respond within a month.
"I think Elon Musk has made mistakes, but we must learn to forgive mistakes. If it doesn't work out, we welcome him. From a technological and visionary standpoint, he's very impressive," said Vladislav Davankov, Deputy Speaker of the Russian State Duma from the "New People", in an interview with News.ru.
It' …
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Putin highlights Russia's nuanced position in Israel-Iran conflict
In a statement made during the St. Petersburg Economic Forum on Friday, June 20, Russian President Vladimir Putin shed light on why Moscow has not lent support to Iran against Israel. Emphasizing Russia's "traditionally very good, friendly relations" with the Arab and Islamic world, the Kremlin leader pointed out the substantial Russian-speaking population in Israel—nearly two million—or about a fifth of the nation's populace.
"We must show solidarity with Iran, but conflicts are unique in …
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EU prepares Schengen zone entry bans for Russians involved in Ukraine war
The European Union is preparing a legislative framework to impose movement restrictions on Russian citizens.
On June 19, interior ministers from several European countries met in Estonia, reaching a preliminary decision to ban Russians who have fought in Ukraine from entering the Schengen Zone.
Estonia's Minister of the Interior, Igor Taro, stated that Europe needs to establish a firm stance regarding Russians who have fought in Ukraine. He reminded that hundreds of thousands of Russian …
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Russian Security Council Secretary Sergey Shoigu visits North Korea for high-stakes talks
In a strategic move directed by President Vladimir Putin, Sergey Shoigu, the Secretary of Russia's Security Council, touched down in North Korea on Tuesday, June 17. According to the Russian state agency Interfax, Shoigu is set to conduct negotiations with the North Korean leadership, including Kim Jong Un. The dialogue, which stems from an understanding forged during a previous visit on June 4, will pursue the goals outlined in the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership Agreement signed on June 19 …
