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80th anniversary of victory over Nazi Germany

Premier of Myanmar arrives in Russia for Victory Day celebrations

Reportedly, high-ranking guest Min Aung Hlaing will have separate meetings with other state leaders taking part in the May 9 festive events

MOSCOW, May 7. /TASS/. The prime minister of Myanmar, Senior General Min Aung Hlaing, who is also the chairman of the State Administration Council, has arrived in Russia on a visit, a TASS correspondent reported.

He will take part in the Victory Day celebrations on May 9.

According to an earlier report from the country’s information ministry, Hlaing is paying a visit to Russia on Russian President Vladimir Putin’s invitation. The high-ranking guest will have separate meetings with other state leaders taking part in the May 9 festive events.

Min Aung Hlaing is accompanied by a delegation of government ministers and other high-ranking officials.

Xi Jinping’s visit to Russia has historic significance — top Chinese diplomat

In his words, it will "also promote multi-level and multi-polar world order"

Europeans annoyed by consolidation around Victory celebration in Moscow — Kremlin

Dmitry Peskov pointed this out, speaking about new sanctions threats and anti-Russian statements made by a number of European countries

Ukraine’s Odessa to protest against political repressions in Ukraine

Europe delaying peace in Ukraine due to fear of bearing responsibility for mistakes

Statements of Europeans that Kiev can win on the battlefield and the time for truce has not yet come are only protracting the conflict in Ukraine, Hungary’s Foreign Minister Peter Szijjarto said

Victory Day ceasefire declared by Russia expires

Vladimir Zelensky publicly rejected the initiative

Russia-Vietnam friendship is time-tested, Putin says

Putin also emphasized Russia’s remembrance of Vietnamese internationalist volunteers who fought alongside the Red Army during 1941-1942

Iran tells US it doesn’t want nuclear weapon — Witkoff

Iranians "cannot have a bomb and they have said they do not want a bomb," US special envoy said

Russia views Nigeria as promising partner in Africa — defense minister

Major General Christopher Gwabin Musa said that Nigeria cherishes its friendship with Russia, appreciating all assistance, which is often critical for many countries

Medvedev says 'Ukraine certainly is Russia'

The politician noted that there must be no more attempts to ignore Russian public opinion

Merz expects 'serious talks' on Ukraine after weekend

According to Mertz, his conversation with US President Donald Trump on Thursday made him expect the US to increase "pressure on Russia" and believe that "following this weekend there will be a phase during which serious negotiations could take place"

Hungarian PM’s office rules out his trip to Moscow for 80th anniversary of Victory

Gergely Gulyas was commenting on the decision of Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico to go to the Russian capital to celebrate the anniversary of Victory at the invitation of Russian President Vladimir Putin

Turkey’s Foreign Minister told about attempt to poison him

Hakan Fidan said that It was a heavy poisoning by arsenic and mercury, It occurred four - five years ago

Foreign ministers of 20 EU countries endorse creation of anti-Russia ‘tribunal’

Minister for Foreign Affairs of Luxemburg Xavier Bettel said that the structure would sit in Luxemburg

Russian Ambassador to UK calls London’s new sanctions against Moscow powerless

Kelin added that London deliberately selects "symbolic dates - aligned with a general summit, a general gathering of Western countries, or now May 9"

Iran stays in touch with US, China, Europe, and Russia on its nuclear dossier

The Iranian foreign minister arrived in Doha, Qatar, on Saturday, after a trip to Saudi Arabia

Russia holds Victory Day Parade on Moscow’s Red Square

The parade began with a march of the banner group of the Preobrazhensky Regiment Honor Guard’s unit carrying the Russian national flag and the legendary Victory Banner across Red Square

Foreign leaders were treated to sturgeon dumplings, borscht desserts at Kremlin banquet

The banquet was attended by leaders from approximately thirty countries and other distinguished guests

Russian forces liberate settlement of Troitskoye in DPR before start of ceasefire

In addition, they hit the troops of a Ukrainian heavy mechanized brigade, three mechanized brigades, an assault brigade, a marine brigade and a National Guard brigade

Ukrainian army fires over 20 artillery shells at Kherson Region on May 9

It is noted that overnight on May 10, Ukrainian troops continued to carry out strikes on the residential communities in the Kherson Region

Pakistan temporarily closes airspace

India delivered missile strikes against three air force bases in Pakistan

Libyan army commander Russian defense minister discuss military cooperation

Haftar arrived in Moscow on the evening of May 7 on an official visit to participate in celebrations commemorating the 80th anniversary of the victory in the Great Patriotic War over Nazi Germany

Russia views Nigeria as promising partner in Africa — defense minister

Commenting on the meeting, Belousov stated, "We regard Nigeria as a promising partner on the African continent"

India made series of strikes against Pakistan’s air force bases — Geo TV

"Wait for our answer," Pakistan's Director General of Inter Services Public Relations, Lieutenant General Ahmed Shareef Chaudhry said

Putin wraps up Friday’s diplomatic marathon with meeting with President of Uzbekistan

The diplomatic marathon in the Kremlin is running for three days in a row thus far and will continue tomorrow

Nuclear power to stimulate growth of Vietnam's economy — Putin

He emphasized that these efforts are already underway

Trump says China tariffs could go down to 80%

In a separate post, the US President said, "China should open up its market to USA - would be so good for them!!! Closed markets don’t work anymore!!!"

Russia is concerned about situation in Palestinian-Israeli conflict zone — Putin

Putin made these remarks during a meeting with Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas

Press review: Kiev bets on war as EU whispers about renewing dialogue with Moscow

Top stories from the Russian press on Wednesday, April 30th

Press review: 29 leaders to attend Moscow V-Day Parade as EU backs Russian gas ban by 2027

Top stories from the Russian press on Wednesday, May 7th

Russia will do everything for restoration of ties with Slovakia — Putin

In turn, Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico said that Slovakia is interested in pragmatic cooperation with Russia

Hungarian officials not to come to Victory Day parade in Moscow — Orban’s office

According to Gergely Gulyas, "even if the countries of Western Europe were on good terms with Russia, it would still not make sense for Hungary to take part in the celebrations, as the end of World War II marked a bitter defeat for the country"

To Lam has given impetus to development of Russian-Vietnamese relations — Putin

Putin also extended his gratitude to To Lam for "fruitful collaborative efforts"

Russia's, Zimbabwe's views on most world events very close — Putin

Putin noted that Russia appreciates the Zimbabwean leader's support for Russian initiatives at the UN and on other multilateral platforms

Putin endeavors to settle conflict in Ukraine — Kremlin

"President Putin is doing whatever is possible to solve the problem, to achieve a settlement through peaceful and diplomatic means," Kremlin Spokesman Dmitry Peskov said

Temporary truce to be accompanied with halted arms supplies to Kiev — Kremlin

"Otherwise it will be advantage for Ukraine," Kremlin Spokesman Dmitry Peskov stressed

Defense contractor delivers new batch of Su-34 bombers to Russia’s Aerospace Forces

The bombers have undergone a series of ground and flight tests

Russia, Vietnam do not support unilateral sanctions, dividing lines

Furthermore, the declaration underscores a commitment to fostering a more just and sustainable multipolar world order

Russia, China believe that Golden Dome program is destabilizing

It envisages the creation of an unconstrained, global and multi-tier missile defense system providing protection against any missile threats, including all types of missiles of adversaries equal or similar in strength

Putin continues work in Kremlin despite late hours

Besides, Putin is expected to hold a news conference to sum up the results of the talks

Putin accepts invitation to visit Abkhazia

During bilateral talks in the Kremlin, Gunba invited Putin to visit his country at any time he finds convenient

Poland, France set to sign treaty containing mutual security guarantees — Tusk

The Polish Prime Minister also confirmed speculation that the treaty would lay the groundwork for France to provide its nuclear shield for Warsaw

Pakistan continues escalation near western borders of India — Indian Army

"The hostile drones were instantly engaged and destroyed by our air defense units," the directorate noted

El-Sisi, Putin urge to stabilize situation in Gaza Strip — Egyptian president’s office

"It is necessary to finally solve the Palestinian issue through creation an independent State of Palestine within the borders of 1967," Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi said

Russia, Vietnam advocate for peaceful uses of outer space

The parties endorse the prompt initiation of negotiations toward an international, legally binding instrument, based on a draft treaty dedicated to preventing the placement of weapons in outer space and prohibiting the threat or use of force against space objects

Kremlin says necessary to clarify what Merz means when speaking about ceasefire in Ukraine

German chancellor said earlier that he expected "serious talks" to end the Ukraine conflict to start following this weekend

Russia ready to supply Su-57E fifth-generation fighter to foreign partners — UAC

The aircraft will take part in the airshow’s flight demonstration program while visitors will also be able to see the aircraft at the show’s static display

Russian, Vietnamese delegations sign numerous documents after talks in Kremlin

In all, 25 documents were signed

India attacked three key airbases in Pakistan — TV

Military installations and the infrastructure in Pakistan sustained serious damage, according to India Today

Trump says both sides of Ukraine conflict must work on ending it

Earlier on Friday, Kremlin Spokesman Dmitry Peskov, replying to a question by TASS, asserted that any detailed discussion of a 30-day truce with Ukraine is impossible without taking into account certain nuances

Russia now has no channels of dialogue with French president — Kremlin

Meanwhile, Macron, together with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, and Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk, arrived in Kiev on Saturday

Vucic says meeting with Xi Jinping set to reinforce ‘ironclad’ partnership

The two presidents met in Moscow on the sidelines of celebrations marking the 80th anniversary of the victory over Nazi Germany

Russia, Vietnam call for strengthening cooperation to shape security architecture

Russia and Vietnam also believe it is necessary to step up efforts to create a security architecture in the Asia-Pacific region

Russia used to sanctions, not afraid of them — Kremlin

Dmitry Peskov pointed this out in an interview with journalist Pavel Zarubin, speaking about new sanctions threats made by Western countries, including the UK and Germany

Lufthansa Group extends suspension of flights to Tel Aviv until May 18

"Due to the current situation Lufthansa and Lufthansa Group have decided to suspend its flights to and from Tel Aviv up until and including 18 May," the airline said

Russia to ban import, transit of fish products from several EU enterprises from May 12

According to the Russian Federal Service for Veterinary and Phytosanitary Surveillance, the ban applies to two enterprises from Estonia, two from Denmark, and one from France

Time requires restoration of normal relations between Russia, US — Ambassador

It is good that positive moments are highlighted in this regard, Alexander Darchiev said

Peskov calls Vucic, Fico visit to Moscow act of heroism

"A genuine act of heroism, because to so decisively demonstrate sovereign will in paying tribute to the memory of Victory Day, despite the blatant and frenzied pressure, is certainly worthy of the highest praise," Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said

Russia ready to continue economic cooperation with Abkhazia — Putin

Vladimir Putin stated this at a meeting with the President of Abkhazia Badra Gunba

Kiev is the only obstacle to ceasefire — Russian foreign ministry’s spokeswoman

Earlier, Kellogg alleged that Russian President Vladimir Putin’s attitude is the only obstacle to a proposed 30-day ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine

El-Sisi, Putin discuss potential increase in tourist flow from Russia to Egypt

The two leaders also agreed "to continue bilateral coordination" between Cairo and Moscow, including within the framework of BRICS

India, Pakistan agree on ceasefire — Trump

Tensions escalated between India and Pakistan following the deadly terror attack in the popular tourist town of Pahalgam in Jammu and Kashmir where 26 individuals were killed

Houthis say they struck Israel’s Ben-Gurion airport with hypersonic missile

The attack, Yahya Saree, a spokesman for the group, said, caused the airport to suspend operations for about an hour

Pakistan redeploying troops for offensive, Indian air force says

"Indian armed forces remain in a high state of operational readiness," the air force representative said

FACTBOX: Key facts and figures about Russia’s Victory Day

Military parades have been held on Moscow’s Red Square since 1995 accompanied by the passage of heavy military hardware since 2008

Russian cancer vaccine to be free of charge — top oncologist

It is planned to launch it in general circulation in early 2025

Abbas thanks Putin for Russia's support for Palestinian people

The Palestinian leader emphasized the urgent need to deliver further humanitarian aid to the Gaza Strip, where shortages of food, electricity, and essential supplies persist

Russian defense minister holds meeting with his Uzbek counterpart

According to the military agency, following the talks, the sides signed a plan on implementing the program of strategic military partnership for 2026-2030

Putin completes series of bilateral meetings — aide

On Saturday, Putin met with the heads of Vietnam, Zimbabwe, Palestine, Burkina Faso, Abkhazia, South Ossetia and the commander of the Libyan National Army

Russia, Vietnam to pool efforts to combat AI-related threats

Moscow and Hanoi advocate for a multilateral, democratic, and transparent framework for Internet governance, emphasizing the importance of safeguarding the security and sustainability of their respective national segments

European leaders going to Kiev for talks — DPA

The politicians together with Prime Minister of Poland Donald Tusk plan to meet Vladimir Zelensky on Saturday, the news agency said

Behind-the-scenes maneuvers by ’democratic West’ ended in catastrophe for Europe — Shoigu

Secretary of the Russian Security Council noted that the resurgence of Nazi Germany were a direct result of the "indulgence shown by the so-called Western democracies"

Kiev’s terrorist attacks justify continuation of special military operation

Russian Presidential Spokesman Dmitry Peskov Dmitry Peskov said that Kiev has so far "not made a single statement pointing to its readiness to join" the truce proposed by Vladimir Putin

Nearly 10,000 mercenaries take part in hostilities on Ukraine’s side

Bastrykin further noted that the majority of these mercenaries originate from Georgia, Britain, the United States, various European nations, and Latin American countries

Gazprom supplies gas to Serbia, even adds volumes upon request — Putin

The reliability of supplies creates conditions for stable economic activities in Serbia," the president added

Putin holds talks with Vietnamese leader To Lam

Several other intergovernmental and interagency documents will be signed

Era of ‘false narratives’ coming to end — Dmitriev

"Truth forces its way to the outside," special envoy of the Russian President and chief executive of the Russian Direct Investment Fund said

Lula da Silva says he intends to discuss ties in military, space fields with Putin

Brazil intends to strengthen strategic partnership with Russia, with culture, science and technologies being prior areas for the republic, the Brazilian President said

Russia’s, Burkina Faso's defense ministers hold talks

Belousov expressed confidence that joint efforts under the framework of the Russian-Burkinabe military cooperation agreement would enhance the combat readiness and capabilities of Burkina Faso’s armed forces

Macron, Merz, Starmer, Tusk arrive in Kiev amid rumors of truce initiative

Merz said earlier that he expected "serious talks" to end the Ukraine conflict to start following this weekend

Trump admits exceptions in import tariffs

he baseline tariff rate will be 10% at the least and the figure will be much higher for certain countries, from 40% to 60%

Novel multifunctional SU-30SM2 fighter jets supplied to Russian Defense Ministry — UAC

According to the UAC, the new jets are outfitted with cutting-edge high-precision weapons capable of delivering strikes on air, land, and sea

Ukraine wants to avoid talks on settlement of conflict with Russia — Kremlin

Ceasefire negotiations were supported by President of Russia Vladimir Putin but he asked several questions, Kremlin Spokesman Dmitry Peskov said

Pakistan starts military operation against India - Geo TV

The Pakistani military are engaging multiple strategic targets across India

Iran’s foreign minister confirms talks with US in Oman on May 11

According to Abbas Araghchi, the exact time and place of the talks will be determined by the host country

Russia to help Burkina Faso’s counter-terrorism effort - Putin

Russia and Burkina Faso have the common goal of combating terrorism, Putin said

Many world leaders traveled to Moscow for Victory Day defying pressure, Kremlin says

According to the Dennik news website, the Slovak prime minister's plane flew to Moscow on a longer, southern route because Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania denied the plane access to their airspace

Russia, Vietnam support world community's efforts to combat security challenges

They will also exert efforts to ensure information and food security and to effectively implement the 2030 sustainable development agenda, the declaration specified

Coalition of countries willing to help Ukraine to hold meeting on May 10

Some of its members will participate remotely, French President Emmanuel Macron said

Ukraine’s issue raised at Putin’s meeting with Lula da Silva — Kremlin

Meanwhile the issue was not mentioned at the talks with Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi, Kremlin Spokesman Dmitry Peskov added

US secretary of state offers assistance in settling India-Pakistan conflict

Overnight on May 10, India delivered several missile strikes on Pakistani air bases

Press review: Moscow expects Kiev to ease tensions while Europe ramps up defense spending

Top stories from the Russian press on Monday, May 5th

India urges Pakistan to honor ceasefire agreement — foreign ministry

India and Pakistan agreed on a ceasefire on Saturday afternoon

Issue of Russian gas supplies to Serbia critical for republic — Vucic

"We cooperate in various fields, but I think that we can boost and strengthen this cooperation in all fields," Serbiand leader said at a meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin

Russia thankful to Trump for efforts on peaceful settlement in Ukraine — Kremlin

"We are ready to welcome any country’s efforts," Kremlin Spokesman Dmitry Peskov noted

Russian troops strictly observing ceasefire — top brass

The Ukrainian army made four attempts to break through Russia’s state border during the truce, Russia’s Defense Ministry reported

Things for Kiev ‘not going so well’ on battlefield — US Vice President Vance

"The Ukrainians would like to do a ceasefire", he said

Brazilian president to discuss Ukraine crisis with China, France

According to Luiz Lula da Silva, Brazil will continue dialogue with those who are genuinely striving to achieve peace in Ukraine

Much in Ukraine to depend on outcome of ceasefire — Kremlin aide

Russia has ceased all hostilities for the duration of the truce announced by President Vladimir Putin in honor of the 80th anniversary of the victory in the Great Patriotic War from 12:00 a.m. Moscow time on May 8

MCV sales in Russia plummeted by 50% in April 2025

Sales in January-April 2025 declined by 36% to 4,400 units

Putin to meet foreign leaders, hold press conference

The Russian leader will meet President of Zimbabwe Emmerson Mnangagwa, President of Palestine Mahmoud Abbas, leader of Burkina Faso Ibrahim Traore, President of Abkhazia Badra Gunba and head of South Ossetia Alan Gagloev

Russia to consider proposal for 30-day ceasefire, Kremlin spokesman tells CNN

Peskov noted that Russian President Vladimir Putin "announced a ceasefire for three days a few days ago"

	
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