Kallas tenure not 'golden age' of European diplomacy, Kremlin believes

Dmitry Peskov commented on the "list of demands" to Moscow compiled by Kallas that requires reduction of the army and payments from Russia
Russian, Chinese, Iranian envoys meet with IAEA chief, urge diplomatic solution for Iran

The joint statements call for a solution to "all existing problems"
Ukraine to resume oil pumping to Slovakia on Saturday

Slovakia expected that deliveries would resume this Friday
Russia’s Filippov wins silver at 2026 Winter Olympics in Ski Mountaineering

Nikita Filippov is the first out of 13 athletes representing Russia under a neutral status at the 2026 Winter Olympic Games to win an Olympic medal
Board of Peace first meeting: What is known about organization at this point

The Board of Peace is currently focused on settling the conflict in the Gaza Strip
Trump expects clarity on possible US-Iran nuclear deal within ten days

According to the US president, the sides "may have to take it a step further"
US forces move to Middle East, preparations for strike: escalation around Iran

According to sources, the Pentagon is increasing its military presence in the region by sending additional ships, air defense systems and submarines
Geneva results, venue for next round, no sense in Europe’s participation: Kremlin

Dmitry Peskov said that Russian President Vladimir Putin has already been briefed by the negotiating team on the results of the Geneva talks
FACTBOX: King’s brother, former Prince Andrew, arrested in UK

The former prince was arrested on his 66th birthday
Putin meets with visiting Madagascar leader Michael Randrianirina

The two leaders are expected to discuss bilateral cooperation in various spheres and a range of current issues on the international and regional agenda
Dmitriev denies Russia offered the US $12 trillion worth projects

According to the CEO of the Russian Direct Investment Fund, the lifting of sanctions will be eventually dictated by Washington's interests
Special military op’s goal is to ensure peace for decades to come — Medvedev

The special military operation continues and it will undoubtedly be seen through to the end, the politician emphasized
West using post-Soviet space against Russia: deputy foreign minister’s statements

Mikhail Galuzin noted in a conversation with journalists that trilateral negotiations on the Ukrainian settlement are continuing, although they are difficult
Russian troops strike Ukrainian army’s energy infrastructure over past day — top brass

Russia’s Battlegroup Center inflicted roughly 350 casualties on Ukrainian troops and destroyed three enemy armored combat vehicles in its area of responsibility over the past day, the Defense Ministry reported
Press Review
- Press review: Board of Peace to fund Gaza and Israel accused of annexing West BankTop stories from the Russian press on Thursday, February 19th
- Press review: Ukraine talks in Geneva expand as US, Iran set deal principles amid tensionsTop stories from the Russian press on Wednesday, February 18th
- Press review: Geneva talks on Ukraine begin and Epstein case could spark GOP fiascoTop stories from the Russian press on Tuesday, February 17th
- Press review: Ukraine talks in Geneva shape settlement as Russia explores MERCOSUR dealTop stories from the Russian press on Monday, February 16th
- Press review: Ukraine seeks EU accession in 2027 and Germany urges Russian energy returnTop stories from the Russian press on Friday, February 13th
Press releases
- 2025 Eventiada Awards Opens for Entries in All Languages
- Submission of applications for the Eventiada Awards will last until September 30
- Ak Bars Finance is renamed as AKBFThe rebranding is related to the change of the shareholder
- New leadership navigates China on right courseSenior officials have strong expertise, rich local-level experience, analysts say
- Ak Bars Bank: the bank is not a subsidiary or dependent company with the Ak Bars HoldingThe bank chose snow leopard as a corporate symbol many years ago
Der Spiegel claims perpetrators of Nord Stream blasts acted without US approval

The magazine further claims that the saboteurs received private funding from Ukraine
Former Prince Andrew arrested in connection with Epstein case — broadcaster

Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor was arrested on his 66th birthday
Time, venue for further dialogue on Ukraine have not yet been determined — Russian MFA

Mikhail Galuzin referenced a statement by Vladimir Medinsky, Russia’s chief negotiator and presidential aide, who affirmed that the talks are ongoing
Talks on Ukraine do not allow for public discussion — Kremlin

Dmitry Peskov refrained from going into details, commenting on the trilateral talks in Geneva
Press review: Board of Peace to fund Gaza and Israel accused of annexing West Bank

Top stories from the Russian press on Thursday, February 19th
Europe wants to extend fighting in Ukraine as long as possible — Russian MFA

"At present, no real constructive contribution from the Europeans is visible, because their position makes it impossible," Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Alexander Grushko stated
Casualties in Bryansk Region, fire at oil depot: Ukraine’s overnight drone strike

Two civilians were injured as a result of a massive attack by a fixed-wing jet drone on the Bryansk Region, Governor Alexander Bogomaz said
US gathers largest air force group in region since Iraq invasion — media

This buildup would allow Washington to conduct military operations against Iran for several weeks, the newspaper said
Zelensky’s future hinges on corruption evidence, says ex-PM of Ukraine

Nikolay Azarov noted that Vladimir Zelensky’s current position prevents investigators from involving him in the probe at this stage
US weighs striking Iran this weekend — media

No final decision has been made yet
US interested in lifting anti-Russian sanctions due to lucrative projects — Putin's envoy

Kirill Dmitriev stressed that the portfolio of potential Russia-US projects exceeds $14 trillion
Security Council warns Armenia’s railway plans to replace Russia risk system collapse

Russian Security Council Secretary Sergey Shoigu noted that a system built up over almost two decades could simply collapse overnight
Europe in decline, other kind of war: statements by Lavrov

Sergey Lavrov stressed that Russia is ready to engage with reasonable and pragmatic counterparts
Lavrov warns of adverse consequences in case of new strikes on Iran

Russian Foreign Minister noted that the US and Israeli strikes on Iran in June 2025 not only undermined the authority of the International Atomic Energy Agency and the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty, but also "there were real risks of a nuclear incident"
Nuclear proliferation threatens weapons use in regional conflicts — IAEA

Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency Rafael Grossi emphasized that several non-nuclear states have the technical capabilities to obtain nuclear weapons
Putin slams new restrictions on Cuba as 'unacceptable'

The Russian president stressed that Moscow's position is unambiguous