Europe

Russia: Putin departs for State Visit to India

Russian President Vladimir Putin has departed from Russia for his two-day state visit to India, as reported by TASS.

2025-12-04T06:05:06.555601+00:00 IST

Ukraine NATO push "key question" of discussion with US: Russia

Ukraine's push for NATO membership emerged as a "key question" of discussion during Russian President Vladimir Putin's meeting with senior American officials in Moscow, the Kremlin said.

2025-12-03T22:15:59.844380+00:00 IST

UAE allocates USD 15 million to UNHCR for Sudan response

The United Arab Emirates announced today the allocation of USD 15 million to the United Nations High Commission for Refugees (UNHCR) in support of its humanitarian response for Sudan and neighbouring countries, during the UNHCR Pledging Conference for the 2026 Global Appeal.

2025-12-03T18:02:31.117645+00:00 IST

India, Russia to sign 2030 economic roadmap: Kremlin aide

Russia says Vladimir Putin's December 4-5 visit to India is "important" and will cover the "entire extensive agenda" of ties. Both sides plan to sign multiple agreements, boost trade, and deepen strategic cooperation across defence, economy, technology, and space. A major 2030 economic programme is expected.

2025-12-03T17:04:00.551553+00:00 IST

Roscosmos chief signals India–Russia space partnership

Roscosmos chief Dmitry Bakanov told Izvestia that Russia will soon announce space cooperation with India, covering engines, crewed missions, training and orbital stations. He said Russia holds the advanced technology and described the plans as "mutually beneficial," with details to be revealed after official agreements.

2025-12-03T11:05:53.675497+00:00 IST

EU moves toward full energy independence from Russia

The European Union announced it is entering a "new era" by phasing out all Russian gas and oil imports, with gas imports to stop by autumn 2027, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said on Wednesday.

2025-12-03T10:50:48.138410+00:00 IST

‘Constructive’ talks, but no compromise in Russia–US Ukraine push

Russian President Vladimir Putin and US envoy Steve Witkoff held long talks on ending the Ukraine war but made no breakthrough. Yuri Ushakov said territorial issues remain unresolved, discussions will stay confidential, and both sides will continue negotiations, with President Trump updated on the outcome.

2025-12-03T10:11:01.302650+00:00 IST

V Young Scientists Congress becomes largest since inception

The fifth edition of the Young Scientists Congress concluded on the federal territory of Sirius, emerging as the largest gathering since its inception and reflecting a sharp rise in global scientific engagement. The TV BRICS international media network partnered as the event's global information collaborator.

2025-12-03T06:05:39.936829+00:00 IST

“No compromise on plan for Ukraine”: Kremlin aide on Putin’s meet

No compromise on the plan for Ukraine was reached during the meeting between Russian President Vladimir Putin and US delegation, the Russian President's aide Yuri Ushakov said as reported by RT.

2025-12-03T00:25:01.787510+00:00 IST

Putin threatens to “cut off Ukraine from sea” after tanker attack

Russian President Vladimir Putin threatened to "cut off Ukraine from sea," after Kyiv's underwater drone strike on two tankers belonging to Russia's so-called shadow fleet in the Black Sea.

2025-12-02T23:53:58.104451+00:00 IST

Putin begins meeting with US envoy Steve Witkoff on Ukraine

Russian President's aide Yuri Ushakov and Kremlin envoy Kirill Dmitriev are also present in the meeting on Tuesday evening (local time).

2025-12-02T19:26:14.038658+00:00 IST

"We are ready right now": Putin says Europe risking war with Russia

Speaking at an investment forum in Moscow, Putin stated, "We are not planning to go to war with Europe, but if Europe wants to and starts, we are ready right now." He claimed European leaders are no longer prioritising negotiations and are instead backing continued hostilities in Ukraine.

2025-12-02T16:57:18.312132+00:00 IST

WUC highlights Uyghur forced labour at UN

Representatives of the World Uyghur Congress raised concerns about forced labour and human rights abuses at two UN forums, despite repeated attempts by the Chinese mission to interrupt and silence them. The WUC urged the global community to address ongoing violations and protect Uyghur rights.

2025-12-02T10:35:56.723622+00:00 IST

Ukraine hits Russian oil tankers with underwater drone

Ukrainian underwater drones have struck two tankers belonging to Russia's so-called shadow fleet in the Black Sea, a Ukrainian security official has confirmed -- marking the latest escalation in Kyiv's campaign to disrupt Moscow's oil exports

2025-12-01T12:25:20.181548+00:00 IST

China fails to silence Uyghur leader as UN Forum hears plea

In a powerful intervention at the United Nations Forum on Minority Issues in Geneva, Dolkun Isa, President of the Uyghur Center for Democracy and Human Rights, delivered an impassioned statement highlighting China's systematic repression of Uyghur people despite an attempt by the Chinese delegation to interrupt and silence him. "I must reiterate what I just said. Regarding this NGO, which is trying to take advantage of this platform and undermines the territorial integrity and sovereignty of the Republic of China", the Chinese delegation stated. The Chair of the session, however, allowed Isa to continue, marking a rare moment of open dissent within a UN platform often dominated by diplomatic restraint.

2025-11-30T09:21:34.358119+00:00 IST

UK Parliamentarians slam Pakistan for state-backed abductions

In a major development in the British Parliament, Labour MP John McDonnell has raised grave concerns over the worsening human rights situation in Balochistan, drawing attention to the abduction of Baloch women and the reported use of drone strikes by Pakistani forces in the restive province. McDonnell has submitted three written parliamentary questions and tabled an Early Day Motion (EDM), officially recording the issue within the House of Commons. The British Government is now obligated to respond to the questions within three days.

2025-11-30T08:27:34.221537+00:00 IST

Zelenskyy to visit Macron in Paris on Monday

France 24 reported that Zelenskyy will visit French President Emmanuel Macron in Paris, Macron's office (Élysee) said, as the Ukrainian leader finds himself in the most difficult political and military situation since the war.

2025-11-30T00:15:07.719175+00:00 IST

UN human rights chief warns Pakistan’s constitutional amendment

The United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights, Volker Turk, has expressed deep alarm over Pakistan's latest constitutional amendment, saying it poses a serious challenge to the country's judicial independence, military accountability, and the overall rule of law.

2025-11-28T12:40:58.035298+00:00 IST

UK net migration drops to 204,000 in June 2025

Net migration peaked at 906,000 in the year to June 2023. There was a net outflow of both EU and UK citizens in the 12 months to June 2025, with a majority of the UK citizens leaving under the age of 35.

2025-11-28T01:21:12.590240+00:00 IST

US-South Africa relations deteriorating: Former Polish Ambassador

"The US-South African relations have been deteriorating for a long time. It didn't just start during Trump's term. When he became President, he continued the previous administration's line but added some very important points. First is the accusation of Donald Trump against South Africa of not respecting the human rights of the white minority population in South Africa, Burakowski told ANI.

2025-11-28T00:58:16.866843+00:00 IST

France unveils new voluntary youth military service for 2026

French President Emmanuel Macron on Thursday announced the launch of a new voluntary military service programme for young citizens aged 18 and 19, which is set to begin in the summer of 2026, Euronews reported.

2025-11-27T17:11:26.060774+00:00 IST