Russia
Huge earthquake in Russia's Far East triggers Pacific-wide tsunami alerts
One of the most powerful earthquakes recorded this year struck Russia's Far East in the early hours of July 30, triggering tsunami warnings across the northern Pacific, including for Japan, Alaska, Hawaii and as far south as New Zealand.
Trump to kill US Climate Crisis commitment by gutting the EPA of its powers
The Trump administration will end any pretence of trying to fight the accelerating Climate Crisis with a plan to gut the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) of its authority and end its core programmes to reduce emissions.
Low trust in CBR communications pushes up inflation expectations to 13% - InFOM
Inflation expected by Russian households for the next 12 months did not change in the last month and remain elevated, according to according to InFOM’s survey, commissioned by the Central Bank of Russia (CBR). (chart)
Israel's Netanyahu discusses Iran with Russia’s Putin
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu discussed the Iranian issue during a telephone conversation with Russian President Vladimir Putin, Russian media reported.
Trump sets new 10-12 day deadline for Russia to act on Ukraine
US President Donald Trump has set a new deadline of 10 to 12 days for Russia to make progress towards ending the war in Ukraine or face consequences.