US has no intention of pulling troops from Poland, says Trump

The United States has no intention of withdrawing troops from Poland, U.S. President Donald Trump said in Washington during a meeting with his newly elected Polish counterpart, Karol Nawrocki.

China military parade: Putin and Kim Jong-un attend Beijing show of force

A military parade in Beijing, marking the 80th anniversary of Japan’s surrender in World War II, has been seen as a show of force.

Gazprom's China gas deal 'lacks resources', say experts

Agreements to increase gas supplies to China, secured during President Vladimir Putin's visit to Beijing, are not backed by Gazprom's existing resources, experts warn.

Zelensky seeks tougher sanctions after major Russian strikes

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Wednesday announced he will ask European and American partners for tougher measures against Moscow, following a major Russian aerial assault on the country's energy and transport infrastructure.

1. Xi Jinping, Putin and Kim Jong Un "discussed immortality"

Chinese leader Xi Jinping is reported to have discussed the topic of life extension in a private conversation with Russian President Vladimir Putin and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un.

Russian internet provider Beeline plans encrypted traffic filter

Russian internet and mobile provider Beeline is reportedly planning to launch a strict system to filter encrypted traffic.

Russian consumers hit by soaring dairy and potato prices

Russians are cutting back on dairy products due to rising prices, according to the DairyTrader conference in Moscow.

Afghanistan earthquake: Scores killed as quake strikes Kunar province

A magnitude 6 earthquake has struck a remote, mountainous region in northeastern Afghanistan, causing hundreds of deaths and injuries.

Andriy Parubiy assassination: Ukraine arrests suspect, says Zelenskyy

The suspected gunman in the assassination of former Ukrainian Parliament Speaker Andriy Parubiy has been arrested, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced on Monday.

Ukraine may ban Israeli pilgrims from Uman for Rosh Hashanah

Ukraine is considering banning Israeli and other nationals from visiting the city of Uman, in the Cherkasy region, for the Rosh Hashanah (Jewish New Year) holiday.

Ursula von der Leyen tours frontline EU states amid border tensions

The European Commission President, Ursula von der Leyen, has begun a tour of the EU's frontline member states to strengthen solidarity and defence.

Ukraine: Russian drone strikes hit Odessa power plants

Russian drones have targeted four power plants in Ukraine’s southern Odessa region, leaving more than 29,000 people without electricity.