Press Releases

Russia requires all migrant workers to test for hepatitis

(MENAFN) Starting in March 2026, all labor migrants entering Russia will be required to undergo testing for viral hepatitis B and C, expanding the country’s existing medical screening regulations. The new rules will cover foreign citizens and...

Moscow alleges Ukraine of planning ‘terrorist attacks’ on Russia

(MENAFN) Russia has accused Ukraine of preparing to use US-supplied long-range Tomahawk missiles to carry out “terrorist attacks” on Russian territory. According to reports, Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova said on Wednesday that “the...

Russia to require labor migrants to be tested for viral hepatitis

(MENAFN) Starting in March 2026, Russia will mandate that labor migrants undergo testing for hepatitis B and C, expanding the country’s existing medical screening procedures. The regulations will affect foreign nationals and stateless individuals...

Putin Gets Credited with Aiding Release of Israeli Hostage

(MENAFN) Russian President Vladimir Putin played a key role in securing the freedom of Israeli hostage Maxim Kharkin, according to his mother, Natalia, who spoke with a news agency. She emphasized that both Putin’s personal involvement and the...

Putin Set to Receive Syrian President in Moscow

(MENAFN) The Kremlin confirmed Wednesday that Russian President Vladimir Putin will receive Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa on his inaugural trip to Russia. "The leaders intend to discuss the current state and future prospects of Russia-Syria...

Putin Set to Hold Talks with Syrian President in Moscow

(MENAFN) The Kremlin confirmed on Wednesday that Russian President Vladimir Putin will hold talks with Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa in Moscow, focusing on the status of Russia’s military bases in Syria. “It's obvious that this will be touched...

US War Department stands ready to impose costs on Russia—Hegseth

(MENAFN) US War Secretary Pete Hegseth has warned that the United States is prepared to take action to “impose costs” on Russia if the war in Ukraine continues without a path to peace. Speaking at Ramstein military base on Wednesday before a...

Syrian President Pays Visit to Russia

(MENAFN) The Kremlin revealed on Wednesday that Russian President Vladimir Putin will host Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa for his inaugural official trip to Russia. According to a statement from the Kremlin, "The leaders intend to discuss the...

Lithuania Criticizes German Chancellor for ‘Justifying’ Russia Policy

(MENAFN) Lithuania’s top presidential adviser has sharply criticized former German Chancellor Angela Merkel for her recent remarks defending her administration’s Russia strategy, accusing her of attempting to excuse past policy failures toward...

Lavrov says Alaska dialogue is ongoing between Trump, Putin

(MENAFN) Russia’s Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has stated that discussions initiated by the Alaska summit between Presidents Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin are continuing, with both countries still able to advance based on agreements reached...

Syrian leader, Putin hold talks in Kremlin

(MENAFN) Russian President Vladimir Putin hosted Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa in Moscow on Wednesday, highlighting the long-standing historical and friendly relations between the two nations. According to reports, al-Sharaa emphasized Moscow’s...

Polish Foreign Minister Addresses Western Support for Ukraine

(MENAFN) Polish Foreign Minister Radoslaw Sikorski has urged Western countries to be prepared to financially support Ukraine's ongoing conflict with Russia for a minimum of three additional years. Speaking during a visit to London, Sikorski—known...

Syria Eyes Restoring Strategic Ties with Russia

(MENAFN) Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa declared on Wednesday that his country is ready to renew its longstanding alliance with Russia, emphasizing the importance of their historic cooperation and mutual strategic interests. “We respect all the...

Ukraine Declares Military Administration in Odessa

(MENAFN) Ukraine’s President Vladimir Zelensky has declared military administration in Odessa, a vital Black Sea port central to receiving Western arms, intensifying control over the city amid growing tensions. This move follows Zelensky’s...

Putin’s ambassador states ongoing discussions between Russia, US

(MENAFN) Dialogue between Russia and the United States remains active under the framework established during the Alaska summit, despite earlier claims that Washington’s special envoy Steve Witkoff had lost standing within President Donald Trump’s...

Russian Official Blasts Europe’s Anti-Russian Frenzy

(MENAFN) European countries have rallied around a vehemently anti-Russian position that shuts down any prospects for diplomatic engagement with Moscow, said Yury Ushakov, a senior aide to the Russian president. In an interview with a Russian...

Russia Mediates Peace Between Israel, Iran

(MENAFN) Russian President Vladimir Putin revealed that Russia is acting as a mediator between Israel and Iran. He mentioned that West Jerusalem has reached out to Moscow for help in communicating its commitment to peace and its intention to avoid...

Putin Hints at New Russian Weapon System

(MENAFN) President Vladimir Putin has indicated that Russia is poised to reveal a new military technology soon. During a press briefing in Dushanbe, the capital of Tajikistan, on Friday, he noted that tests of the undisclosed weapon have been...

Putin Set to Reveal New Russian Weapon Soon

(MENAFN) Russian President Vladimir Putin has announced that a new weapon system, previously disclosed but not yet unveiled, will soon be officially revealed, with testing progressing successfully. Speaking at a press conference Friday in...

Russia Supports Trump’s Nobel Peace Prize Nomination

(MENAFN) Kremlin foreign policy advisor Yury Ushakov announced on Friday that Russia is open to endorsing a Nobel Peace Prize nomination for U.S. President Donald Trump. When questioned about the matter, Ushakov stated that Moscow “would probably...