Russian President Vladimir Putin by his decree facilitated the procedures governing Georgian citizens’ entry and departure of Russia, Interfax reports. Presidential Decree No. 873 of October 10 has been published on the official legal information website. According to the document, the visa-free regime governing entry into Russia now applies to citizens of Georgia…
As the security situation in Lebanon deteriorates, US White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre reaffirmed the Biden-Harris administration’s commitment to prioritizing the safety of Americans in the region. Speaking to reporters, she outlined the proactive steps being taken to assist US citizens seeking to leave or relocate within Lebanon. “The safety of all Americans…
Reuters. An expanding Hurricane Milton closed in on Florida’s west coast on Wednesday (October 9), spawning tornados and lashing the region with rain and wind hours ahead of its expected landfall near Tampa Bay, where it could deliver a life-threatening surge of seawater to waterfront communities already battered by Hurricane Helene. As many as…
Hezbollah supports efforts aimed at achieving a ceasefire in Lebanon, its top official said on Tuesday, marking the first time the group has publicly endorsed a truce and not conditioned it on stopping the war in Gaza, CNN reports. “We support the political efforts led by (Parliament Speaker Nabih) Berri under the banner of…
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is ready to adopt a more flexible approach and discuss the terms of negotiations with Russia and end the war, Bloomberg reported, citing officials familiar with the negotiations between the Ukrainian president and Western leaders. Publicly, Zelensky continues to insist on the complete withdrawal of Russian troops from Ukraine and…
On 8 October, the EU Council approved a new sanctions regime against Russia for destabilising the EU and its member states, European Pravda reports. The new mechanism will allow the EU to impose sanctions against individuals and legal entities involved in the actions and policies of the Russian government that undermine the fundamental values…
Russia does not interfere in the affairs of Armenia and Azerbaijan, Kremlin Spokesman Dmitry Peskov stated on October 8 when answering the question of ‘Izvestia’ correspondent. He recalled that according to the format of the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS), the leaders of the countries always sit at the same table, but this does…
The meeting between Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan and Russian President Vladimir Putin has started at the Kremlin. “I’m happy to welcome you to Moscow for the working meeting of CIS leaders and to hold a bilateral meeting,” said Vladimir Putin, noting that this meeting provides an opportunity to discuss key issues of mutual…
The meeting between Russian President Vladimir Putin and Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev has started at the Kremlin. “Our relations are developing positively, as we noted during the official visit to Azerbaijan. The trade turnover amounts to $4.3 billion, and our direct investments in Azerbaijan’s economy exceed $4 billion. There are very good, interesting projects…
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi will begin a tour of Saudi Arabia and several other regional countries on Monday afternoon to discuss regional developments and make efforts to stop Israeli attacks in Lebanon and Gaza. Speaking to reporters on Monday, Araghchi said that “consultations on developments in the region and prevention of crimes in…
Ukraine will not extend its gas transit agreement with Russia after it expires at the end of 2024, Ukrainian Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal told Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico on Monday, Reuters reports. The two held talks in Uzhhorod in western Ukraine and, according to a Ukrainian official, were focused on infrastructure cooperation, energy…
Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev has arrived in Moscow, where he will participate in the session of the CIS Heads of State Council, reports the press service of the Azerbaijani leader. At the airport, Aliyev was welcomed by Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Mikhail Galuzin and other officials. Earlier, the press service of the Kremlin…
Russian state media company VGTRK, which owns and operates the country’s main national TV stations, was targeted in a massive cyberattack on Monday that a Ukrainian government source said Kyiv’s hackers had caused, Reuters reports. The website of VGTRK, the All-Russia State Television and Radio Broadcasting Company, was not loading early on Monday and…
The first of its kind among CIS and Central Asian countries, Kazakhstan conducted a historic referendum, encouraging citizens to directly vote on the construction of a nuclear power plant (NPP). Domestically and internationally, the early voter turnout exceeded 50%, highlighting the importance of the election results, which will significantly influence the nation’s energy future, Kazinform…
French President Emmanuel Macron on Saturday, October 5, urged a halt to arms deliveries to Israel, which has been criticized over the conduct of its retaliatory operation in Gaza, Le Monde reports. “I think that today, the priority is that we return to a political solution, that we stop delivering weapons to fight in…
Syria has applied to join BRICS, said the country’s ambassador to Russia, Bashar Jaafari. “We are very interested in joining BRICS. We have sent written requests to join the organization,” he told TASS on the sidelines of the conference called North Caucasus: New Geostrategic Opportunities. BRICS has gone through two waves of expansion…
On the occasion of the 30th anniversary of cooperation with NATO, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Armenia made a post on the official X microblog. “Together, we strive to achieve and advance regional security through enhanced dialogue and collaboration. Looking forward to building stronger partnership and enhancing our defense capabilities,” the statement on X…
The Minister of Defense of Azerbaijan Zakir Hasanov met with the Minister of Defense of Turkey Yaşar Güler within the framework of the TEKNOFEST 2024 aviation, space exploration and technology festival held in Adana, Turkey. At the meeting, ideas were exchanged on cooperation in the military, military-technical, military-educational spheres and other issues of mutual interest. …
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un threatened to use nuclear weapons to destroy South Korea if attacked, state media reported Friday, after South Korea’s president warned that if the North used nuclear weapons it would “face the end of its regime,” CNN reports. The fiery rhetoric isn’t new, but comes at a time of…
Iran’s foreign minister warned Israel on Friday that if it carries out an attack on Iran, Tehran will retaliate in a harsh way, AP reports. Abbas Araghchi was in Beirut for meetings with Lebanese officials. His visit came three days after Iran launched at least 180 missiles into Israel, the latest in a series…
U.S. President Joe Biden said, that he does not support strikes on Iran’s nuclear sites in response to its missile attack against Israel, Reuters reports. “We’ll be discussing with the Israelis what they’re going to do, but all seven of us (G7 nations) agree that they have a right to respond but they should…
Armenian Foreign Minister Ararat Mirzoyan congratulated his German counterpart Annalena Baerbock on German Unity Day. “Sending best wishes to my dear colleague Annalena Baerbock on the occasion of German Unity Day! Being united around shared principles also in our partnerships can give a better chance to foster stronger ties and more peaceful environment for…
Reuters. British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen agreed to move forward with a reset in relations at pace on Wednesday (October 2) as they eye further co-operation on areas such as security and economic challenges. Starmer, whose Labour Party won an election in July, has said his…
Armenian Foreign Minister Ararat Mirzoyan congratulated Mark Rutte on his appointment as NATO chief. “My sincere congratulations to Mark Rutte on appointment to position of SATO Secretary General. Looking forward to our close cooperation towards further enhancing partnership between Armenia and NATO, based on common values and shared vision to ensure more secure and…
Police in Denmark and Sweden are investigating after hand grenades were thrown near the Israeli embassy in Copenhagen and shots were fired at the Israeli embassy in Stockholm on Tuesday night and the early hours of Wednesday morning, The Guardian reports. Three Swedish men were arrested in the Danish capital on Wednesday on suspicion…
Yemen’s armed Houthi group claimed on Wednesday that it had launched a fresh missile attack against Israel, Xinhua reports. “In support to the Palestinian and Lebanese resistances, our forces carried out a military operation targeting military sites deep inside Israel with three cruise missiles,” Houthi military spokesman Yahya Sarea said in a statement aired…
In Strasbourg the PACE Session goes on. The MPs, who are on the waiting list, but have no opportunity to give a speech due to time constraints, can send their speeches for publication. The member of the RA NA delegation to PACE Sona Ghazaryan also took such an opportunity. In her speech the MP noted:…
Israel warned Iran that it will respond to any attack and direct strikes on Iranian nuclear or oil facilities, the Wall Street Journal reports. Israel’s permanent representative at the UN called Iran a ‘terrorist state’ that showed its ‘true face’ by attacking Israel. According to him, the Israeli response to the attack will be…
Reuters. Shigeru Ishiba was formally voted in by parliament as Japan’s prime minister on Tuesday (October 1) following his victory in one of the closest ever leadership races for the ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP). The new cabinet members under Ishiba, who succeeds Fumio Kishida, are due to be unveiled later in the day,…
Final agenda for the autumn session of PACE, which will run until October 4, was approved. It includes a debate on the topic: “Deterioration of the human rights situation, rule of law, and democracy in Azerbaijan,” Azerbaijani media report. The debate will take place on Tuesday, October 1, during the afternoon session from 16:00 to…
