Russia has announced a 32-hour Easter ceasefire in its war with Ukraine, calling it a humanitarian gesture. Vladimir Putin said Russian forces would halt operations in all directions, while expecting Ukraine to follow suit. The move comes after repeated ceasefire appeals from Volodymyr Zelensky. However, Moscow has warned troops to stay alert for any “provocations,” keeping tensions high despite the temporary pause.


Russia-Ukraine War: Kremlin Announces 32-Hour Easter Ceasefire, Says It Is Humanitarian in Nature

Russia has lifted its ban on importing potatoes from Pakistan, allowing shipments from Punjab to enter the Russian Federation, effective April 8.

The government raised the issue of the ban with the Federal Service for Veterinary and Phytosanitary Surveillance (Rosselkhoznadzor) in February, submitting pest status records and laboratory diagnostic reports confirming the absence of the identified pests and pathogens in the potato crop.

Russia Lifts Ban on Pakistani Potatoes

Heavy flooding continues to wreak havoc across parts of Russia.

Multiple regions are now battling rising water levels after days of relentless rain.

Russia Floods: 14 Villages Submerged in Russia Flooding

Russia has alleged that European powers may be pursuing undisclosed nuclear-related plans amid the ongoing Iran conflict—claims that, if true, could significantly reshape the geopolitical landscape. However, these assertions have not been independently verified. The allegations come at a time of intense military escalation involving the United States, Iran, and regional actors, with strikes, retaliatory attacks, and growing fears over nuclear security.

Russia Urges US To Stop EU From Creating Nuclear Weapons 

Russia has alleged that European powers may be pursuing undisclosed nuclear-related plans amid the ongoing Iran conflict—claims that, if true, could significantly reshape the geopolitical landscape. However, these assertions have not been independently verified.

The allegations come at a time of intense military escalation involving the United States, Iran, and regional actors, with strikes, retaliatory attacks, and growing fears over nuclear security.

Meanwhile, concerns around nuclear facilities have already intensified, with Russia evacuating personnel from Iran’s Bushehr nuclear plant due to safety risks linked to the conflict.


Russia Urges US To Stop EU From Creating Nuclear Weapons

Russia has alleged that European powers may be pursuing undisclosed nuclear-related plans amid the ongoing Iran conflict—claims that, if true, could significantly reshape the geopolitical landscape. However, these assertions have not been independently verified.

The allegations come at a time of intense military escalation involving the United States, Iran, and regional actors, with strikes, retaliatory attacks, and growing fears over nuclear security.

Meanwhile, concerns around nuclear facilities have already intensified, with Russia evacuating personnel from Iran’s Bushehr nuclear plant due to safety risks linked to the conflict

Moscow: Germany Can Build A Nuclear Weapon In 30 Days 

Russia has made explosive claims suggesting that Europe may be moving toward developing its own nuclear weapons capability. Moscow alleges that Germany could build a nuclear bomb within 30 days, while also pointing to continued coordination between the UK and France on nuclear strategy. These assertions have raised serious questions about security dynamics in Europe, even as officials in the region have not confirmed such plans.


Russia Drops Nuclear Bombshell, Says  Germany Can Build A Nuclear Bomb In 30 Days 

India’s advanced fast breeder reactor hits a major milestone, unlocking the path to thorium-powered energy and long-term energy security Is it a game-changer for the future?

India Enters Elite Nuclear Club Alongside Russia With PFBR 

Renowned Russian scientist and missile designer Alexander Leonov has passed away at the age of 74.

Leonov was the CEO and Chief Designer of NPO Mashinostroyenia and played a pivotal role in developing groundbreaking missile systems, including the joint BrahMos and the hypersonic Zircon.

His work advanced both Russian and global missile technology, influencing modern defense systems and shaping strategic aerospace capabilities. Leonov’s contributions have left a lasting legacy in aerospace engineering and defense innovation.

The Man Behind Brahmos No More: Veteran Russian Scientist Leonov Passes Away

Russian intelligence has provided Iran with a detailed list of 55 critical energy infrastructure targets within Israel, according to information obtained by The Jerusalem Post from a source close to Ukrainian intelligence.

The report, which highlights the deepening military and intelligence cooperation between Moscow and Tehran, suggests that the information that was shared enables Iran to launch precision missile strikes against Israel’s energy grid.

Iran War: Russia Reportedly Gave Iran List of Israeli Energy Targets | Orot Rabin Station on Target?

A devastating drone attack by Russia has killed a woman and her two-year-old daughter in Odesa, along with another civilian, as the war continues to take a heavy toll on non-combatants.

Ukrainian officials say residential buildings, a kindergarten, and critical energy infrastructure were hit in the overnight assault. At least 16 people, including a pregnant woman and children, were injured.

The strikes have also triggered widespread power outages, leaving thousands of households without electricity as repair efforts continue.

Russia Drone Strike Kills Toddler & Mother: Odesa Homes, Kindergarten Hit 

A multi-story apartment building collapsed in Makhachkala, the capital city of the Russian Caucasian Dagestan region, due to flooding, the regional office of the Russian Emergency Ministry said on Sunday.

According to preliminary information, there are no casualties because residents of the building were evacuated.

Russia: Torrential Rains Trigger Flood Crisis; Over 3,000 Evacuated as Rains Pound Dagestan

Researchers in Mexico have unveiled a new user‑friendly robotic arm designed to make advanced robotics more accessible for education, manufacturing, and everyday tasks. The arm features intuitive controls and adaptability, enabling users with minimal technical training to operate it effectively.


Russia Floods: State of Emergency Extended in Dagestan Amid Flash Floods 

France has joined Russia and China in opposing efforts at the United Nations Security Council to authorize the use of military force against Iran, blocking a proposed resolution linked to reopening the Strait of Hormuz. The move highlights deep divisions among major global powers as tensions continue to escalate in the ongoing US-Iran conflict.


France Joins Russia & China to Veto Use of Military Force Against Iran

India’s energy strategy is rapidly shifting as imports from Russia surge nearly 90% in March, even as overall crude imports fall. Disruptions around the Strait of Hormuz and a US waiver have pushed refiners to secure alternative supplies. The move reflects a pragmatic response to global volatility, but also signals a deeper realignment in India’s long-term energy sourcing strategy.


India's Russian Oil Imports Jump 90% In March: Report

Russia has significantly stepped up its crackdown on virtual private networks, blocking hundreds of VPN services in a bid to tighten control over internet access. The move is part of a broader effort by authorities to regulate online activity and limit access to restricted content.


Russia: Hundreds of VPNs Blocked, Government Seeks Tighter Control Over Web Access

A Russian military transport aircraft crashed into a cliff in Crimea, leaving all 30 on board dead. Authorities have launched an investigation, with early reports suggesting a possible technical failure, though the exact cause of the disaster remains unknown.


Russian Military Plane Crash: 30 Killed After Plane Crashes Into Cliff In Crimea

Péter Szijjártó has denounced revelations of a wiretap as “a huge scandal,” sharply criticising the surveillance as a breach of privacy and trust. His comments come amid ongoing controversy over intelligence practices and government accountability, fueling political debate over civil liberties and oversight in national security matters.


Foreign Minister Peter Szijjarto Calls Wiretap 'A Huge Scandal'

A Russian Antonov An-26 military transport aircraft has crashed in Crimea, killing all 29 people on board, including crew and passengers, according to the Russian Defence Ministry. Contact with the aircraft was lost during a routine flight before it reportedly struck a cliff. Authorities have launched an investigation into the cause of the crash, with early indications pointing to a possible technical failure.


Russian Antonov An-26 Military Transport Aircraft Crash Kills 29 In Crimea

A powerful gas explosion ripped through a chemical plant in Russia’s Republic of Tatarstan, triggering a massive fire and killing several workers.


Russia Plant Blast: Deadly Gas Explosion At Tatarstan Chemical Plant 

A Russian military transport aircraft crashed into a cliff in Crimea, leaving dozens feared dead. Authorities have launched an investigation, with early reports suggesting a possible technical failure, though the exact cause of the disaster remains unknown.


Breaking: 29 Dead After Russian Military Plane Crashes Into Cliff In Crimea

The eurozone suffered the biggest inflation jump in March since Russia invaded Ukraine in 2022. That is according to economists assessing the fallout from the escalating war in West Asia.


Eurozone Inflation: Historic Energy Crisis Fueling Inflation Eurozone

Ukraine has denied reports of a salary crisis despite delays in receiving a major loan from the European Union. Officials say wages for public workers, pensions, and military payments remain secure even as funding negotiations continue.


Russia-Ukraine War: Ukraine Denies Salary Crisis Amid EU Loan Deadloc

Russia has designated Pavel Talankin, a teacher and co-director of the Oscar-winning documentary "Mr. Nobody Against Putin," as a "foreign agent" following his exposure of pro-war propaganda in Russian schools. Talankin secretly filmed inside a Chelyabinsk school for two years before fleeing in 2024. The film recently won the 2026 Oscar for Best Documentary. 


Oscar-winning Filmmaker Flees Russia, Smuggles Footage; Russia Brands Him a “Foreign Agent”

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