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On July 13, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1105, Rashi, French rabbi and commentator (born 1040) passed away. In 1770, Alexander Balashov, Russian general and politician, Russian Minister of Police (died 1837) was born. In 1894, Isaac Babel, Russian short story writer, journalist, and playwright (died 1940) was born. In 1929, Sofia Muratova, Russian gymnast (died 2006) was born. In 1934, Aleksei Yeliseyev, Russian engineer and astronaut was born. In 1969, Oleg Serebrian, Moldovan political scientist and politician was born. In 1990, Lenin Peak disaster: a 6.4-magnitude earthquake in Afghanistan triggers an avalanche on Lenin Peak, killing 43 climbers in the deadliest mountaineering disaster in history. In 1999, Konstantinos Kollias, Greek general and politician, 168th Prime Minister of Greece (born 1901) passed away. In 2000, Jan Karski, Polish-American activist and academic (born 1914) passed away. In 2008, Bronisław Geremek, Polish historian and politician, Polish Minister of Foreign Affairs (born 1932) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
First Russian-Arab forum to be held in early October — Roscongress
The forum will be attended by officials from ministries and agencies, heads of diplomatic missions, representatives of the business and expert communities of Russia and LAS states
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brazilnews.net
· Jun 23, 2026
Representatives of 15 countries gather in Moscow for diplomatic reception marking BRICS 20th anniversary
Moscow [Russia], June 23 (ANI): A ceremonial diplomatic reception marking the 20th anniversary of the BRICS grouping was held at the M. I. Rudomino All-Russia State Library for Foreign Literature in Moscow, bringing together diplomats from BRICS member states, partner countries, experts and members of the Russian public, as reported by TV BRICS.The reception formed one of the key events of BRICS Anniversary Week
BRICS News
· Jun 23, 2026
[Photo] JUST IN: 🇷🇺🇺🇦 President Putin says Russia is ready for talks with Ukraine.
JUST IN: President Putin says Russia is ready for talks with Ukraine.@BRICSNews
Russian International Affairs Council
· Apr 16, 2026
RIAC and Synergia Foundation Experts Discuss the Impact of the Middle East Crisis on Moscow and New Delhi
On April 15, 2026, the Russian International Affairs Council (RIAC), in cooperation with the Synergia Foundation (Bangalore, India), held a roundtable titled “The Middle East Crisis: Implications for Russia and India”
TRT World
· Jun 23, 2026
Lavrov accuses Europe of threatening international security
Russia says they’re ready to resume peace talks with Ukraine in the same format that they were conducted in 2022, in Istanbul. It comes after Russia’s Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov accused Europe of threatening international security. He also said the US was no longer being an ‘objective mediator’ over the war in Ukraine. G7 leaders including US President Donald Trump agreed to new measures to put pressure on Moscow. Kristina Simich reports.
AzerNews
· Jul 7, 2026
Azerbaijan's top muslim cleric calls for peace at International Islamic Forum in Tashkent
The First International Islamic Forum, titled Islamic Civilization: The Path of Peace, Tolerance and Enlightenment, has opened in Uzbekistan's capital, Tashkent, AzerNEWS reports.
Valdai Discussion Club
· Jul 1, 2026
Valdai Club to Discuss International Educational Mobility
On July 8 at 12:00 Moscow Time (GMT+3), the Moscow venue of the Valdai Club will host a discussion entitled “Russia’s Role in International Educational Mobility”.
The Postil Magazine
· Jul 1, 2026
Five Years On, What Has Russia Achieved?
Five years is a sufficient period for historical assessment. On February 24, 2022, Russian President Vladimir Putin announced the launch
BERNAMA
· Jul 7, 2026
World : Tashkent Welcomes Delegates From Over 50 Countries At Islamic Civilisation Forum
From Zarul Effendi Razali TASHKENT, July 7 (Bernama) -- Uzbekistan is hosting the inaugural International Forum of Islamic Civilization from July 7 to 11, bringing together about 300 scholars, religious leaders and policymakers from more than 50 countries to promote the values of peace, tolerance and enlightenment rooted in Islamic civilisation.
Al Bawaba
· Jul 13, 2026
Syria to host first business forum with US as economy recovers
ALBAWABA - As an auspicious sign of Syria’s recovery, it is set to host its first Business Forum with the U...
Sputnik
· Jul 1, 2026
About 66% of Ukrainians Want Immediate Peace Talks With Russia – Poll
MOSCOW (Sputnik) - Two-thirds of Ukrainians support an immediate start to negotiations with Russia to resolve the conflict, a Gallup poll has shown.
Middle East News 247
· Jul 7, 2026
ACHEMA Middle East rescheduled to October 2027 to underscore the importance of launch edition
Following a strategic review of market conditions and the regional business environment, Messe Frankfurt Saudi Arabia together with DECHEMA has announced that the inaugural edition of ACHEMA Middle East will now take place from 11–13 October 2027 at Riyadh Front Exhibition Conference Center. Reinforcing Saudi Arabia’s growing role as a global hub for industrial [] The post ACHEMA Middle East rescheduled to October 2027 to underscore the importance of launch edition appeared first on Middle East News 247.
TASS
· Jul 8, 2026
Trump believes meeting between Putin, Zelensky to take place ‘very soon’
Earlier in July, Russian Presidential Spokesman Dmitry Peskov said that a Putin-Zelensky meeting could be arranged in Moscow any time
RioOnWatch
· Jun 29, 2026
Housing at the Center: What the World Urban Forum Teaches Us About Urgency, Climate and Invisibility [OPINION]
Clique aqui para Português For the original article by Camila Jordan published in Observatório do Terceiro Setor, click here. In May of this year, Baku, Azerbaijan, hosted the 13th World Urban Forum—the largest global event [...]
Kremlin News
· Jun 22, 2026
On June 23, Vladimir Putin will meet with graduates of Russia's higher military schools a [...]
On June 23, Vladimir Putin will meet with graduates of Russia's higher military schools and will hold a videoconference meeting with Government membersThe President will meet with graduates of higher military schools of the Defence and Emergencies ministries, the Federal Security Service, the Federal Guard Service, the Federal Service of National Guard Troops, the Interior Ministry, the Investigative Committee, and the Federal Penitentiary Service at the Kremlin. The Russian leader will wish the officers, cadets, and student officers of the academies success in their important job of ensuring Russia's security.On the same day, Vladimir Putin will hold a videoconference meeting with Government members. The implementation of the mentorship programme for medical graduates will be on the agenda.
Meduza.io
· Jun 26, 2026
‘Fairly strange wording’ — Kremlin responds to Russian serviceman’s appeal to Putin
The Kremlin has been informed of an appeal that serviceman Alexander Lunin addressed to Vladimir Putin but has not yet reviewed it, spokesman Dmitry Peskov told reporters on June 26.
Modern Diplomacy
· Jul 11, 2026
Russia, Sahel States Review Regional Security
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov visited the Sahel region in West Africa and officially participated in the Russia-Confederation of Sahel States (Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger) forum, marking another milestone in their bilateral relations and, more significantly, enacting Russia’s policy of deepening partnership with regional integration. It also serves as a symbol of priority, addressing [] The post Russia, Sahel States Review Regional Security appeared first on Modern Diplomacy.
Yemen News Agency - SABA
· Jun 23, 2026
Putin: Ready for peace talks with Ukraine based on Istanbul 2022 agreements
Putin: Ready for peace talks with Ukraine based on Istanbul 2022 agreements
The Eastern Herald
· Jul 8, 2026
Putin Invites Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger Leaders to Moscow for Russia-Africa Summit, Lavrov Says
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov on Wednesday conveyed an invitation from Russian President Vladimir Putin to the leaders of Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger to attend the third Russia-Africa Summit, scheduled to be held in Moscow in October. Speaking during a meeting between Russia and the Confederation of Sahel States in Niamey, Lavrov personally delivered Putin’s message to the three African leaders as Moscow continues to strengthen political and economic ties with African nations ahead of the third Russia-Africa Summit. “The third Russia-Africa summit will take place in Moscow in October, and President Putin, wishing our meeting success, asked me
PravdaReport
· Jun 23, 2026
Putin Says Russia Ready for Ukraine Talks Based on Istanbul Agreements
Russian President Vladimir Putin said Russia remains ready for negotiations with Ukraine based on agreements reached earlier in Istanbul. During a meeting with graduates of military academies, he also addressed military developments, relations with Western countries and the broader political climate surrounding the ongoing conflict. According to Putin, Moscow sees no reason to move away from previously discussed terms and remains prepared for a diplomatic process. As has already been stated many times, Russia is ready for peaceful negotiations with Ukraine and prepared to proceed on the basis of agreements reached in Istanbul. I see no reason for us to step away from those agreements, Putin said.
Ukrainska Pravda
· Jul 4, 2026
Zelenskyy invites Putin to meeting in "occupied" Kostiantynivka
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has proposed that Kremlin leader Vladimir Putin meet him in Kostiantynivka, Donetsk Oblast, which Russia has claimed to have occupied, while Ukraine denies this.
Syrian Arab News Agency
· Jun 23, 2026
Syria takes part in UN Public Service Forum in Tbilisi
Tbilisi, June 23 (SANA) Syria is taking part in the 2026 United Nations Public Service Forum, which opened Tuesday in the Georgian capital, Tbilisi, with a delegation from the Ministry of Justice headed by Minister Mazhar al-Wais. The forum, held from June 23 to 25 under the theme “Transforming Public Institutions: Enhancing Innovation, Participation and []
Kyiv Post
· Jun 23, 2026
Russia Open to Restarting Ukraine Talks, Lavrov Says
Russian Foreign Minister said Moscow is ready to resume negotiations with Ukraine “from where they left off,” while accusing Kyiv of unrealistic demands and the West of losing its role as mediator. Lavrov also claimed the US is increasing pressure on Russia and suggested Ukraine is expanding the conflict’s geography. Lavrov insisted Russia remains prepared to take all necessary measures to defend their interests.
Libya Review
· Jun 30, 2026
Libya’s Al-Kufra to Host First Heritage and Book Fair in 40 Years
Libya’s southeastern city of Kufra is preparing to host the second edition of its Heritage and Book Fair in an expanded format, with the event scheduled to open on 23 July amid growing interest from cultural and literary communities. Rashid Rafea Saeed, head of the exhibition’s preparatory committee, said preparations were progressing smoothly and according [] The post Libya’s Al-Kufra to Host First Heritage and Book Fair in 40 Years appeared first on LibyaReview.
The Kyiv Independent
· Jun 22, 2026
Putin, Lukashenko to discuss Zelensky's ultimatum to Belarus, Kremlin says
Russian President Vladimir Putin and Belarusian leader Alexander Lukashenko plan to meet in the near future to discuss an ultimatum that President Volodymyr Zelensky recently issued to Minsk.
DawnNews English
· Jun 24, 2026
Russia Is Only Interested In Understandings It Reached On Ukraine With Trump, Says FM Lavrov
Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said on Wednesday (June 24) that Russia remained committed to understandings reached between presidents Vladimir Putin and Donald Trump at a summit in Alaska last August and was not willing to take any other interim decisions or bend to ultimatums. #russia #ukraine #lavrov #putin #trump #breakingnews #worldnews #diplomacy --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Dawn News English is your window into the latest news, insight, and features from South Asia and beyond. Website: www.dawn.com Official Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/dawnnewsenglish Official Twitter: https://x.com/dawnnewsenglish Official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dawnnewsenglish #news #latestnews #dawnnewsenglish #dawnnews
Proto Thema - English
· Jun 23, 2026
Putin: We are ready for peace talks with Ukraine based on the Istanbul agreements
According to Putin, these agreements were put forward during negotiations in Istanbul and were accepted by the Ukrainian side at the time The post Putin: We are ready for peace talks with Ukraine based on the Istanbul agreements appeared first on ProtoThema English.
Caucasian Knot
· Jul 6, 2026
Participants of the conference in Shusha demanded that Russia recognize the genocide of the Circassians.
Participants of the conference in Shusha called on Russia to recognize the genocide of the Circassians and to stop forcing representatives of ethnic minorities to participate in the military operation in Ukraine. The conference was organized by an organization created by the brother of two Azerbaijanis killed during a raid by security forces in Yekaterinburg.
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