A Russian drone has struck a 10-story apartment building in the Romanian city of Galați, causing an explosion that injured two residents and forced the evacuation of 70 people. This marks the first time a drone strike has caused injuries within Romanian territory, significantly escalating regional security fears along NATO’s eastern flank. 

The attack, which damaged multiple vehicles and the building's infrastructure, occurred simultaneously with heavy strikes on the nearby Ukrainian port of Izmail.

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Russia's President Vladimir Putin has reportedly invested $26 billion in a state initiative called the New Health Preservation Technologies aimed at anti-ageing. The project includes gene therapy, organ-printing, mini-pig organ cultivation and even ultralow- temperature cryotherapy. This 2-trillion-ruble project is a flagship national scientific priority pushed by the Kremlin to halt biological decline and extend human lifespan.<h2>The leaked hot-mic moment between Vladimir Putin and Xi&nbsp;</h2>Putin has long projected an image of vitality through hunting, motorcycling and playing hockey. According to a report by The Wall Street Journal, last September, during a military parade in Beijing, Vladimir Putin was caught in a hot-mic moment telling the Chinese President Xi Jinping that humans could replace organs to possibly extend lifespan and achieve immortality. The remark was considered a passing remark back then between ageing world leaders. But the program has now fuelled fresh speculation whether Putin, who is in his 80s, has taken this quest to preserve power. Not just Putin, Silicon Valley figures like Jeff Bezos, Sam Altman and Peter Thiel have shown interest in anti-ageing research.Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/imd-below-normal-monsoon-el-nino-rainfall-forecast-1780050508138">IMD predicts below-normal monsoon, heatwave as El Nino develops</a><h2>The state backed longeivity programe</h2>This has now developed into a state-supported programme, last month the Russian government said scientists were developing a gene therapy designed to slow cellular ageing under the "New Health Preservation Technologies" initiative, a $26 billion programme linked to Putin. Russian Deputy Science Minister Denis Sekirinsky has described it as one of the most promising approaches to fighting anti-ageing. The initiative aims to save around 175,000 lives by the end of the decade, a close estimation of the number of soldiers lost in the war in Ukraine.&nbsp;The programme focuses on bioprinting or 3D printing of living tissues, Xenotransplantation, which involves growing a human-compatible organ inside a genetically modified mini-pig and incorporates extreme-cold treatments, ultralow-temperature cryotherapy to reset and preserve bodily tissues.The research project includes key figures like Maria Vorontsova, Putin's daughter and an endocrinologist involved in genetics programmes, and physicist Mikhail Kovalchuk, head of the Kurchatov Institute. Alexander Ostrovskiy, a Russian researcher who works in bioprinting, said that officials may be presenting overly optimistic results to secure funding. Another researcher, Vladimir Khavinson, a gerontologist, received a state award for peptide-based anti-ageing treatments. He once said that humans could live up to 120 years. All of them are credible and credentialed scientists, but Russian academia has grown in isolation due to the sanctions by the West, so it has limited internationally recognised output.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Russia has reportedly invested $26 billion in a state-backed anti-ageing initiative involving gene therapy, organ bioprinting and cryotherapy, fuelling speculation over Vladimir Putin’s interest in extending human lifespan.

Russia's President Vladimir Putin has reportedly invested $26 billion in a state initiative called the New Health Preservation Technologies aimed at anti-ageing. The project includes gene therapy, organ-printing, mini-pig organ cultivation and even ultralow- temperature cryotherapy. This 2-trillion-ruble project is a flagship national scientific priority pushed by the Kremlin to halt biological decline and extend human lifespan. The leaked hot-mic moment between Vladimir Putin and Xi Putin has long projected an image of vitality through hunting, motorcycling and playing hockey. According to a report by The Wall Street Journal, last September, during a military parade in Beijing, Vladimir Putin was caught in a hot-mic moment telling the Chinese President Xi Jinping that humans could replace organs to possibly extend lifespan and achieve immortality. The remark was considered a passing remark back then between ageing world leaders. But the program has now fuelled fresh speculation whether Putin, who is in his 80s, has taken this quest to preserve power. Not just Putin, Silicon Valley figures like Jeff Bezos, Sam Altman and Peter Thiel have shown interest in anti-ageing research. Also Read: IMD predicts below-normal monsoon, heatwave as El Nino develops The state backed longeivity programe This has now developed into a state-supported programme, last month the Russian government said scientists were developing a gene therapy designed to slow cellular ageing under the "New Health Preservation Technologies" initiative, a $26 billion programme linked to Putin. Russian Deputy Science Minister Denis Sekirinsky has described it as one of the most promising approaches to fighting anti-ageing. The initiative aims to save around 175,000 lives by the end of the decade, a close estimation of the number of soldiers lost in the war in Ukraine. The programme focuses on bioprinting or 3D printing of living tissues, Xenotransplantation, which involves growing a human-compatible organ inside a genetically modified mini-pig and incorporates extreme-cold treatments, ultralow-temperature cryotherapy to reset and preserve bodily tissues. The research project includes key figures like Maria Vorontsova, Putin's daughter and an endocrinologist involved in genetics programmes, and physicist Mikhail Kovalchuk, head of the Kurchatov Institute. Alexander Ostrovskiy, a Russian researcher who works in bioprinting, said that officials may be presenting overly optimistic results to secure funding. Another researcher, Vladimir Khavinson, a gerontologist, received a state award for peptide-based anti-ageing treatments. He once said that humans could live up to 120 years. All of them are credible and credentialed scientists, but Russian academia has grown in isolation due to the sanctions by the West, so it has limited internationally recognised output.

Russia has reportedly invested $26 billion in a state-backed anti-ageing initiative involving gene therapy, organ bioprinting and cryotherapy, fuelling speculation over Vladimir Putin’s interest in extending human lifespan.

Putin’s $26bn longevity programme including cryotherapy, mini-pig organs and gene research

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Russia has signed a military pact with Afghanistan to increase its military cooperation with the hardline Islamist group. Russia becomes the first country to ratify any pact with the unpopular Islamic group, after Russia recognised the Taliban as the official government of Afghanistan in 2025. The two sides signed the Military-Technical Cooperation Agreement at the inaugural International Security Forum hosted by Russia’s Security Council in Moscow between May 26 and May 29.&nbsp;The details of the agreement signed have not been made public yet. During the visit, Taliban’s Defence Minister, Mullah Yaqoob Mujahid, described Russia as an important global power and emphasised that the treaty with Russia was of utmost importance. Sergei Shoigu, the secretary of the Russian Security Council and a close aide of the Russian President Vladimir Putin, condemned the Western sanctions. He demanded that they unfreeze the Afghan assets and take responsibility for the reconstruction of the country as it faced a decade-long conflict.&nbsp;“We consider it unacceptable for us and for our Afghan partners that military infrastructure or military installations of the United States and NATO be deployed in Afghanistan or neighbouring countries under any pretext,” said Shoigu. &nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/peter-thiel-argentina-move-billionaire-tax-milei-1780040069728">Is Peter Thiel leaving the US? Billionaire reportedly shifts base to Argentina</a>Russia was embroiled in a decade-long war to defend the communist government of Afghanistan in 1979. The communist government tried to enact socialist land reforms, but was met with resistance from the devout muslim population. Further, the control was weakened as the US and its allies backed the Mujahedin rebellion and countered the Soviet Army. The Red Army suffered a bitter defeat and retreated in 1989. The Mujahedin were never an organised network; they were regional factions, and following the withdrawal by Soviet Russia, the country descended into a civil war. Many of the Mujahedin, disillusioned by their commanders' torture, joined the Taliban.The relation between Kabul and Moscow has changed since the US invasion of Afghanistan. The bloody invasion saw Russia return the favour by supplying ammunition to the Taliban and helping them consolidate control over the country.&nbsp;Russia remains the only country that has officially recognised the Taliban administration in Afghanistan. Earlier this month, the European Commission confirmed that it had invited Taliban officials to Brussels, although a spokesperson confirmed that it does not mean recognition of the Taliban administration.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Russia and the Taliban-led Afghan government have signed a military-technical cooperation agreement in Moscow, deepening ties after Russia became the first country to officially recognise the Taliban administration.

Russia has signed a military pact with Afghanistan to increase its military cooperation with the hardline Islamist group. Russia becomes the first country to ratify any pact with the unpopular Islamic group, after Russia recognised the Taliban as the official government of Afghanistan in 2025. The two sides signed the Military-Technical Cooperation Agreement at the inaugural International Security Forum hosted by Russia’s Security Council in Moscow between May 26 and May 29. The details of the agreement signed have not been made public yet. During the visit, Taliban’s Defence Minister, Mullah Yaqoob Mujahid, described Russia as an important global power and emphasised that the treaty with Russia was of utmost importance. Sergei Shoigu, the secretary of the Russian Security Council and a close aide of the Russian President Vladimir Putin, condemned the Western sanctions. He demanded that they unfreeze the Afghan assets and take responsibility for the reconstruction of the country as it faced a decade-long conflict. “We consider it unacceptable for us and for our Afghan partners that military infrastructure or military installations of the United States and NATO be deployed in Afghanistan or neighbouring countries under any pretext,” said Shoigu. Also Read: Is Peter Thiel leaving the US? Billionaire reportedly shifts base to Argentina Russia was embroiled in a decade-long war to defend the communist government of Afghanistan in 1979. The communist government tried to enact socialist land reforms, but was met with resistance from the devout muslim population. Further, the control was weakened as the US and its allies backed the Mujahedin rebellion and countered the Soviet Army. The Red Army suffered a bitter defeat and retreated in 1989. The Mujahedin were never an organised network; they were regional factions, and following the withdrawal by Soviet Russia, the country descended into a civil war. Many of the Mujahedin, disillusioned by their commanders' torture, joined the Taliban. The relation between Kabul and Moscow has changed since the US invasion of Afghanistan. The bloody invasion saw Russia return the favour by supplying ammunition to the Taliban and helping them consolidate control over the country. Russia remains the only country that has officially recognised the Taliban administration in Afghanistan. Earlier this month, the European Commission confirmed that it had invited Taliban officials to Brussels, although a spokesperson confirmed that it does not mean recognition of the Taliban administration.

Russia and the Taliban-led Afghan government have signed a military-technical cooperation agreement in Moscow, deepening ties after Russia became the first country to officially recognise the Taliban administration.

Russia becomes the first nation to sign military agreement with Taliban government in Afghanistan

A Russian drone has struck a 10-story apartment building in the Romanian city of Galați, causing an explosion that injured two residents and forced the evacuation of 70 people. This marks the first time a drone strike has caused injuries within Romanian territory, significantly escalating regional security fears along NATO’s eastern flank. 

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Tensions between Moscow and the West have reached new heights after Russia warned that deploying additional US military forces to Poland represents a "qualitative escalation" that will force retaliatory countermeasures.

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Russia and Kazakhstan have signed a landmark $16.5 billion agreement to construct Kazakhstan's first nuclear power plant since the Soviet era. The deal, finalized between Russian President Vladimir Putin and Kazakh President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev during Putin’s state visit to Astana, marks a major energy milestone for Central Asia's largest nation.

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Russia has warned of possible retaliation over the deployment of U.S. troops in Poland, escalating tensions between Moscow and NATO. The warning comes amid growing military activity in Eastern Europe and rising concerns over regional security and geopolitical confrontation.

Russia Threatens Retaliation Over U.S. Troop Deployment In Poland 

Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has renewed an urgent appeal for advanced U.S. missile and air defense systems as Russian strikes intensify across multiple fronts. Reports suggest Ukraine is heavily dependent on U.S.-supplied Patriot defense systems, while strategists warn that Washington still lacks a clear exit strategy for the ongoing war. With fresh attacks and growing pressure on air defenses, Kyiv is seeking expanded military support from the Trump administration.

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Russia has threatened to launch a fresh wave of "systematic strikes" against Kyiv, days after carrying out one of its largest attacks on the Ukrainian capital since the start of the war.

The new strikes will target "decision-making centres and command posts", alongside drone manufacturing facilities in the city, Russia's foreign ministry said in a statement.

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#Gravitas Ukraine has issued its sharpest threat yet to one of Russia’s closest allies, claiming it has identified 500 targets inside Belarus that could be hit immediately if Minsk joins the conflict directly.    


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Faced with the rising threat of Russian aggression and unpredictable American security guarantees, Europe is actively pushing to establish a continental nuclear deterrent. Led by France and the UK, and backed by nations like Germany and Poland, the continent is exploring the integration of European nuclear-sharing frameworks and expanded conventional defense capabilities.


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Tensions have reached a dangerous peak after Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov dialled US Secretary of State Marco Rubio about its call to evacuate all diplomats and foreign citizens from Kyiv ahead of systematic strikes on decision-making centers. While Russia prepares a massive aerial campaign following intense weekend barrages, delegations from the European Union, France, and Poland are refusing to leave the capital. This comes days after Russia unleashes nuclear capable Oreshnik missile on Ukraine. Watch how this terrifying standoff is pushing the continent to the absolute brink.

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A former senior Russian Orthodox Church official is under investigation after Czech authorities reportedly detained him following the discovery of a white substance in his vehicle. The development has triggered a sharp diplomatic reaction, with Moscow condemning the detention as an “orchestrated provocation” and demanding accountability from Czech authorities.

The cleric has denied all allegations, insisting he has no connection to any illegal substances and calling for an independent probe into the police operation. Investigators in the Czech Republic say the case remains under active review.

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Russia has warned of launching a new “series of systematic strikes” targeting military and administrative sites in Kyiv, escalating tensions in the ongoing war with Ukraine.
Moscow also urged foreign nationals and diplomats to leave the Ukrainian capital ahead of the planned attacks.


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Russia has reportedly launched an Oreshnik missile strike on Ukraine, triggering fresh fears of a major escalation in the ongoing war. The attack comes amid intensified battlefield clashes and rising global concern over the conflict’s next phase. Watch the video to know more on this!


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Russia-Ukraine War: Oreshnik Strike Plunges Ukraine War Into Dangerous New Phase

Russia jammed the signals of an RAF jet flying the UK defence secretary from Estonia as it reached near its border, The Times reported. John Healey was on his way back after meeting British soldiers when the incident happened. The attack left the plane's GPS disabled, and the pilots had to use a different navigation system, the report stated, adding that smartphones and laptops were unable to connect to the internet.&nbsp;&nbsp;The incident follows reports that two Russian warplanes intercepted an RAF spy plane over the Black Sea last month. It is not known whether Healy was purposely targeted, although the Dassault Falcon 900LX aircraft's path was visible on aircraft tracking websites. The Ministry of Defence has not commented on what a source to Sky News described as "reckless Russia interference". "RAF is well prepared to deal with this activity", the person said.Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/eu-calls-russia-s-oreshnik-use-a-scare-tactic-as-macron-condemns-kyiv-strikes-1779627900341">EU labels Russia’s Oreshnik use a ‘scare tactic’, Macron condemns Kyiv strikes</a><h2>Russia jams plane signals as part of modern warfare</h2>Photographers and a reporter were also on board the plane and were told it could still operate safely. Russia has been routinely blamed for such incidents where the GPS is disabled as part of modern war. In September 2025, EU chief Ursula von der Leyen's plane also suffered suspected GPS jamming. The plane landed safely, adding, "We have received information from Bulgarian authorities that they suspect Russia carried out this blatant interference."&nbsp;&nbsp;Last month, a Russian Su-35 fighter got so close to a Rivet Joint surveillance aircraft that its emergency systems were triggered and the autopilot was disabled. A Su-27 jet also passed six times in front of the RAF plane, and came as close as 19ft from its nose.&nbsp;The MoD said this was the most dangerous manoeuvre by Russia since 2022, when a "rogue" pilot fired a missile at a Rivet Joint over the Black Sea. Signal jamming was also reported in 2024 when an RAF plane carrying then-Defence Secretary Grant Shapps flew close to the Russian territory.&nbsp;

Russia jammed the signals of an RAF jet with the UK defence secretary John Healey on board near its borders. The GPS failed to connect, and the pilots were left scrambling for an alternate navigation system.  This follows the interception of an RAF spy plane by two Russian warplanes.

Russia jammed the signals of an RAF jet flying the UK defence secretary from Estonia as it reached near its border, The Times reported. John Healey was on his way back after meeting British soldiers when the incident happened. The attack left the plane's GPS disabled, and the pilots had to use a different navigation system, the report stated, adding that smartphones and laptops were unable to connect to the internet. The incident follows reports that two Russian warplanes intercepted an RAF spy plane over the Black Sea last month. It is not known whether Healy was purposely targeted, although the Dassault Falcon 900LX aircraft's path was visible on aircraft tracking websites. The Ministry of Defence has not commented on what a source to Sky News described as "reckless Russia interference". "RAF is well prepared to deal with this activity", the person said. Also Read: EU labels Russia’s Oreshnik use a ‘scare tactic’, Macron condemns Kyiv strikes Russia jams plane signals as part of modern warfare Photographers and a reporter were also on board the plane and were told it could still operate safely. Russia has been routinely blamed for such incidents where the GPS is disabled as part of modern war. In September 2025, EU chief Ursula von der Leyen's plane also suffered suspected GPS jamming. The plane landed safely, adding, "We have received information from Bulgarian authorities that they suspect Russia carried out this blatant interference." Last month, a Russian Su-35 fighter got so close to a Rivet Joint surveillance aircraft that its emergency systems were triggered and the autopilot was disabled. A Su-27 jet also passed six times in front of the RAF plane, and came as close as 19ft from its nose. The MoD said this was the most dangerous manoeuvre by Russia since 2022, when a "rogue" pilot fired a missile at a Rivet Joint over the Black Sea. Signal jamming was also reported in 2024 when an RAF plane carrying then-Defence Secretary Grant Shapps flew close to the Russian territory.

Russia jammed the signals of an RAF jet with the UK defence secretary John Healey on board near its borders. The GPS failed to connect, and the pilots were left scrambling for an alternate navigation system. &nbsp;This follows the interception of an RAF spy plane by two Russian warplanes.

RAF jet with UK defence secretary faces scare after Russia jams GPS signals

Russia launched a massive overnight missile and drone assault on Kyiv, killing at least four people and injuring more than 100, according to city officials. Explosions echoed across the capital for hours as fires broke out and damage was reported in every district. Following the attacks, Ursula von der Leyen announced additional EU support to strengthen Ukraine’s air defence systems, condemning Russia’s strikes on civilians.

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French President Emmanuel Macron and the European Union’s foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas on Sunday condemned Russia’s use of a nuclear-capable Oreshnik hypersonic ballistic missile in its massive overnight attack on Ukraine. While Macron said the strikes targeting civilians signalled “the dead end of Russia’s war of aggression”, Kallas accused Moscow of engaging in “reckless nuclear brinkmanship”.



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The death toll from a drone strike on a student dorm in the Russian-controlled Luhansk region of eastern Ukraine has risen to 18, with many of the victims young women, Russian officials said on Saturday, after a ​heated U.N. debate on the incident.
Russian President Vladimir Putin ordered his military to prepare options for retaliation ‌against Ukraine on Friday after Moscow accused Kyiv of what it described as a deliberate drone strike on a teacher training college in the town of Starobilsk.


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Russia, alongside ally Belarus, conducted massive joint nuclear exercises featuring the test-firing of multiple nuclear-capable missiles across land, sea, and air platforms. Overseen by Presidents Vladimir Putin and Alexander Lukashenko, the three-day drills included test launches from all three legs of the Russian nuclear triad: Land, Air & Sea.


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Russian mountaineer Rustam Nabiev has achieved a remarkable feat by summiting Mount Everest using only his arms. Despite losing both legs in a tragic accident years ago, Nabiev completed one of the world’s most challenging climbs, inspiring millions with his determination and resilience. His journey to the top of the world stands as a powerful story of human endurance, courage, and willpower against all odds.


Rustam Nabiev from Russia Summits Mount Everest Using Just His Arms 