Ukrainian Drones Strike Oil Refinery 2,000 Km Inside Russia, Zelenskyy Says
Kyiv claims one of its longest-range drone attacks hit energy infrastructure deep inside Russia's Tyumen region
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Kazakhstan to Boost Gas Transit to Uzbekistan to 11 Bn M³
Russia officially commenced gas exports to Uzbekistan in the autumn of 2023
Mirziyoyev Heads to Russia as Uzbekistan Launches Landmark Nuclear Power Project
The visit will focus on nuclear energy cooperation, trade, investment and migration as Uzbekistan and Russia seek to deepen strategic economic ties
France and UK Intercept Sanctioned Russian-Linked Oil Tanker in Atlantic
French naval forces, backed by the United Kingdom, boarded a tanker linked to Russia’s shadow fleet as Western nations intensify enforcement of sanctions
China and Russia Remain Uzbekistan’s Largest Import Partners in Early 2026
Uzbekistan's imports reached $16.3 bn as China and Russia remained the country's largest trading partners
Uzbekistan’s President Attends 81st Victory Day Commemorations in Moscow
The traditional Red Square military parade lasted approximately 45 minutes
Mirziyoyev and Putin Hold Strategic Bilateral Talks in Moscow
A significant portion of the dialogue centred on trade and economic relations
Sanctioned Russian Oligarch’s £370 Mln Superyacht Navigates Blockaded Strait of Hormuz
The floating palace features its own submarine
Abbas Araghchi Arrives in Russia for Talks with Vladimir Putin Amid Stalled US-Iran Negotiations
Tehran signals closer ties with Moscow while oil prices rise amid failed diplomatic progress
Russian Billionaires’ Wealth Nears $700 Bn as Their Number Reaches 155 in 2026
Last year, the total wealth of Russia’s richest individuals was estimated at $625.5 bn
Trump Administration Renews Russian Oil Waiver to Combat Global Energy Crisis
This replaces a previous 30-day grace period that expired on April 11
Uzbekistan Sets $30 Bn Trade Target with Russia by 2030
Tashkent is also preparing to increase its purchases of Russian natural gas and crude oil
Chinese Workers Protest in Russia Over Unpaid Wages
Rare demonstration highlights growing tensions over labour conditions on major Russian energy projects
Russia and China Veto UN Bid to Protect Shipping in Strait of Hormuz
Bahrain-backed proposal fails despite majority support, as geopolitical tensions and oil supply risks intensify ahead of Trump’s deadline
Russia and China Veto UN Resolution on Strait of Hormuz Ahead of Trump Deadline
Security Council divisions deepen as Moscow and Beijing reject Bahrain-backed proposal despite mounting global energy and security concerns
U.S. Allows Limited Purchases of Sanctioned Russian Oil to Stabilise Markets
The authorisation will remain in place until April 11
Russian Court Hands 15 Life Sentences Over Crocus City Hall Attack
The assault took place on March 22, 2024 shortly before a concert by Russian rock band
Russia Warns of Response if Finland Hosts Nuclear Weapons
Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said the proposal would escalate tensions
Russian Korea Expert Andrei Lankov Expelled from Latvia
Latvia’s Foreign Ministry declared Lankov persona non grata
Uzbek Man Awarded Jasorat Medal for Saving Child in St Petersburg
The Jasorat medal is presented for acts of bravery
Uzbekistan Prepares Expanded Participation in SPIEF 2026
Tashkent prepares a larger delegation for the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum amid growing economic ties with Russia
Uzbekistan and Russia Step Up Industrial Cooperation Talks
New negotiations focus on joint manufacturing projects, equipment supply and deeper economic integration
‘What Happened Next?’ Comedy Show Considers Relocating to Kazakhstan
The show remains commercially successful
Comedian Nurlan Saburov Banned From Russia for 50 Years
He previously faced cancellations of concerts in several Russian cities