Russia issues school textbook saying it was 'forced' to march into Ukraine
Ukraine and its Western allies say Russia is waging a brutal and unprovoked war, merely to gain territory.
Sun Feb 02 2025
Trump's return adds new twist to Western firms' Russia exit dilemma
Donald Trump's mere arrival may give some companies the political cover to stay on in Russia.
Mon Jan 20 2025
Putin says in New Year address that Russia will 'move forward' in 2025
Putin paid tribute to Russian soldiers fighting in the war in Ukraine, describing them as "true heroes", but did not refer in detail to the state of the conflict.
Wed Jan 01 2025
Russia warns the United States on possible nuclear testing under Trump
Russia warned Trumps incoming administration of possible nuclear testing steps over the latter's stance on the issue.
Fri Dec 27 2024
Sri Lankan President expresses interest in joining BRICS in letter to Putin
Sri Lankan President Anura Dissanayake expressed interest in joining BRICS in a letter sent to Russian President Vladimir Putin in October.
Thu Dec 26 2024
Putin says Russia is ready to compromise with Trump on Ukraine war
Putin says Russia is ready to negotiate with anyone, including Zelenskiy, and has no conditions to start talks with Ukraine.
Fri Dec 20 2024
The west is already at war with Russia. And large-scale conflict may not be far off
Vladimir Putin has five main reasons for being on a war footing and seeing Russia as in a conflict with the west.
Thu Dec 12 2024
[COLUMNIST] Russia and Islamic world’s promising shared future
Russia has shown how to bring together thinkers from different generations and various nations and civilizations.
Tue Dec 10 2024
Putin denies he tried to frighten Merkel with dog Koni
Angela Merkel wrote in her new memoir "Freedom" that, Vladimir Putin sometimes brought the pet to meetings with foreign guests.
Fri Nov 29 2024
Putin says Russia would use all weapons at its disposal if Ukraine got nuclear weapons
Vladimir Putin says that Russia would use all weapons at its disposal against Ukraine if Kyiv were to acquire nuclear arms.
Fri Nov 29 2024
Ukraine, marking 1,000 days of Russian invasion, eyes end to war next year
Thousands of Ukrainian citizens have died, over 6 mln live as refugees abroad and population has fallen by a quarter since Russian invasion.
Tue Nov 19 2024
Kremlin says reports that Trump and Putin have spoken are 'pure fiction'
The Kremlin says Vladimir Putin had no concrete plans yet to speak to Donald Trump.
Mon Nov 11 2024
Trump, Putin speak as Biden plans to lobby Trump to stick with Ukraine
Donald Trump spoke with Russian President Vladimir Putin and advised him not to escalate the Ukraine war, a source says.
Mon Nov 11 2024
Grand bargain with Putin? Confrontation with China? Three ways Trump may change America’s place in the world
Donald Trump can now claim a sweeping mandate to implement his agenda, both foreign and domestic.
Sat Nov 09 2024
Putin says Ukraine must remain neutral for there to be peace
Vladimir Putin says the borders of Ukraine should be in accordance with the wishes of the people living in Russian-claimed territory.
Fri Nov 08 2024
Trade war will not hinder Malaysia’s GDP growth for 2025 - Rafizi
The finance ministry has projected Malaysia's GDP to grow between 4.5 and 5.5 per cent in 2025.
Wed Feb 05 2025
Trump administration considers adding Shein, Temu to 'forced labor' list, Semafor reports
The move comes after China imposes targeted tariffs on US imports and warnings of possible sanctions against firms like Google.
Wed Feb 05 2025
Thailand to cut power to Myanmar border areas linked to scam centres
Evidence shows transnational crime syndicates in Myanmar's Tachileik, Myawaddy, Payathonzu, that are possible power cut targets.
Wed Feb 05 2025
Trump reimposes 'maximum pressure' on Iran, aims to drive oil exports to zero
Trump signs the presidential memorandum reimposing Washington's tough policy on Iran that was practiced throughout his first term.
Wed Feb 05 2025
FACTBOX: Trump proposes US takeover of Gaza
Here are some remarks that US President Donald Trump made and questions that he answered during a press conference.
Wed Feb 05 2025
Singapore passes law against foreign interference in race-based organisations
Under the Racial Harmony Bill, race-based groups must disclose foreign and anonymous donations, affiliations, and leadership.
Wed Feb 05 2025
Malaysia, Uzbekistan agree to elevate ties to strategic partnership
Malaysia and Uzbekistan noted active cooperation on key issues within international bodies, especially the UN and OIC.
Wed Feb 05 2025
Musk's dad says he arranged son's call with South African leader
Trump's post claiming South Africa is "confiscating land" and mistreating "certain classes" triggers sudden flurry of backdoor diplomacy.
Wed Feb 05 2025
Israel PM Netanyahu says peace with Saudi Arabia is achievable
I think peace between Israel and Saudi Arabia is not only feasible, I think it's going to happen, says Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu.
Wed Feb 05 2025
Trump says UN has to 'get its act together,' UN pushes back
US President Donald Trump criticises the United Nations as "not being well run".
Wed Feb 05 2025