US Gasoline Prices Reach Record High
US gasoline prices have reached record high values since July 2022, with California keeping the highest prices at an average of $6 per gallon....
Banksy's Walking Man Installation Becomes Tourist Hotspot
Banksy’s Walking Man installation in London has become a popular tourist destination, located on Waterloo Place in Westminster....
Russian border guards begin recording passport data of travelers crossing into and out of Russia via Belarus
Russian border guards have started recording passport details of travelers entering or leaving Russia through Belarus. The practice began at border crossings no later than April 30....
Aeroflot adjusts schedule due to airport restrictions
Aeroflot will redirect certain flights to Sheremetyevo to alternate airfields, according to the air carrier. Reuters reports no further details....
Russia can escort ships in Baltic Sea amid EU threats — expert
Andrey Kolesnik warns that Russia reserves the right to target decision-making centers, not just transit blockades. BBC reports that Russia has been accused of targeting NATO assets....
Russia to expand ‘cyber squads’ in schools and universities to monitor online content
Russia plans to expand cyber patrols in educational institutions to monitor online content and identify minors plotting unlawful activities. The measure is part of a government package to counter 'negative social phenome...
Trumps says plans to discuss Iran during his visit to China
US leader Donald Trump announced plans to discuss Iran during his upcoming visit to China. He also called on China to buy oil from the United States amid navigation problems in the Strait of Hormuz....
Russian strike on Zaporizhzhia kills 12; aerial bomb hits Kramatorsk, killing 5
A Russian military strike on Zaporizhzhia killed at least 12 people and wounded several others. A separate incident involved a Russian aerial bomb striking Kramatorsk, resulting in the deaths of five people....
Russia condemns UK's new sanctions package as hostile
The Russian embassy calls the sanctions 'another hostile step' and accuses London of fueling the Ukrainian conflict by sending money and weapons to Kiev. Reuters reports no further details on the sanctions....
Iran experiences increased naval activity since start of war
Since the start of the war, 25 ships have been attacked in Iran, according to UKMTO. There were also 18 reports of suspicious activity and two incidents of vessel seizures....
Russian stock indices close in the green on Moscow Exchange
The yuan rose 3.7 kopecks to 11.052 rubles, leading to a positive end for Russian stock indices....
IMO criticizes naval escorting plans for Hormuz
The IMO has slammed the plan for naval escorting in the Strait of Hormuz and remains in regular dialogue with all parties. Reuters reports that the organization's stance is not a surprise given its previous position....
Tajikistan, ADB discuss possibility to mitigate impact of Middle East conflict on economy
Tajikistan and the Asian Development Bank discussed ways to mitigate the economic impact of the Middle East conflict during a meeting in Samarkand. No further details were provided....
Maximal interest rate on ruble deposits down to 13.06% in late April
The regulator has set a new maximum interest rate for ruble deposits at 13.06%, as part of efforts to monitor and regulate bank rates....
Russia ready to promote settlement in Gulf region
Maria Zakharova stresses that Russia consistently advocates for resolving disagreements in the Gulf region through political and diplomatic means. No further details were reported by BBC on Russia's stance....
Pentagon Chief Denies Claims Israel Dragged US Leader into War with Iran
According to Pete Hegseth, ultimate decisions regarding US-Israeli operations rest with the White House. Reuters reports that there is no evidence of Israel dragging the US leader into war with Iran, while TASS English s...
UAE Authorities Warn Airlines About Operational Risks
Airlines must perform risk assessments, submit requests, and receive confirmation from UAE aviation authorities to operate flights. This measure aims to ensure safety and prevent potential disruptions....
Russia Cuts Mobile Internet in Moscow and St. Petersburg Ahead of Victory Day
Russian authorities have cut mobile internet services in Moscow and St. Petersburg ahead of Victory Day celebrations, citing security concerns....
Threats to Attack Moscow During Parade Are Blasphemous and Inhumane
Anatoly Bibilov stated that such threats only confirm the adversary's character. The statement comes as part of ongoing security measures for a major parade in Moscow....
France, Armenia Sign Memorandums on Cooperation in Science, Defense
As part of French President Emmanuel Macron's visit, agreements were signed on science cooperation, defense cooperation, and the supply of military equipment to Armenia. The sides also discussed the potential for further...