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Aliyev to skip Victory Day parade in Moscow — Kremlin aide

Aliyev was among the 29 state leaders expected in Moscow on Victory Day

MOSCOW, May 7. /TASS/. Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev will not attend festivities in Moscow to mark the 80th anniversary of victory over Nazi Germany, Russian Presidential Aide Yury Ushakov said.

"We were informed that Aliyev will not come, regrettably. They explained that he is to participate in domestic events related to [his father, former president] Heydar Aliyev," the Kremlin official said in a video posted by the Yunashev Live Telegram channel.

Aliyev was among the 29 state leaders expected in Moscow on Victory Day. At present, 27 foreign leaders are expected as guests in the Russian capital.

80th anniversary of victory over Nazi Germany

Republika Srpska to count on Russia’s support in protecting its interests — Dodik

The President of Republika Srpska has arrived in Moscow to participate in the ceremonies to mark the 80th anniversary of Victory in the Great Patriotic War, having called his visit a great honor

Peoples of Russia and China defended peace in World War II — Xi Jinping

The Chinese leader added that he was very pleased to visit Russia at Putin's invitation in the context of the 80th anniversary of the Soviet Union's victory in the Great Patriotic War and the Chinese people's victory in the war against the Japanese invaders

Indian Navy in Arabian Sea deliver strikes on targets in Pakistan — TV

There have been no further details provided by the broadcaster

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

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

Operation Sindoor, strikes exchanged: escalation between India, Pakistan

According to the Indian Defense Ministry, overnight on May 7, the armed forces started Operation Sindoor and delivered strikes on nine targets in Pakistan and the Pakistan-administered part of Jammu and Kashmir union territory

Vietnam Airlines resumes flights between Hanoi and Moscow after a three-year break

The route is served by a modern Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner with a frequency of two flights per week on Tuesdays and Thursdays, and from July the frequency is expected to increase to three flights per week, the airline said

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

Russia, US only beginning work to overcome differences — Moscow’s UN envoy

Vasily Nebenzya stressed that "it’s too early to talk about any specific results"

Bosnia-Herzegovina Presidency’s chairperson arrives in Moscow for May 9 celebrations

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North Korea holds missile-launch drills supervised by leader Kim Jong-un

KCNA stated that "Mobilized in the drill were 600 mm multi-layer rocket system and tactical ballistic missile Hwasongpho-11-Ka"

Putin, Xi Jinping adopt statement on further strengthening of Russia-China relations

The document was prepared to honor the 80th anniversary of the Soviet Union’s victory in the Great Patriotic War, the victory in the war of the Chinese people's resistance against Japanese aggression, and the anniversary of the United Nations

Russian MFA lambasts EU over moves that hinder leaders from attending Victory Day events

Maria Zakharova said the refusal of Lithuania and Latvia to allow the plane carrying Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic to fly through their airspace represents "another egregious case" of that practice

All of Russia supports the participants of special military operation — Putin

Russia has been and will remain an unyielding barrier to the proponents of Nazism, Russophobia, and antisemitism, Putin said

Putin speaks with North Korean military officers following Red Square parade

On April 26, Valery Gerasimov, chief of the General Staff of the Russian Armed Forces, praised the role of servicemen from North Korea in the liberation of Russia’s Kursk Region from Ukrainian forces

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

Egyptian President arrives in Moscow for Victory Day events

Russian presidential aide Yury Ushakov reported that Russian President Vladimir Putin would hold a bilateral meeting with Abdel Fattah el-Sisi on May 9

Importance of UN is now growing again — Putin

The Russian leader underscored the necessity of bolstering the UN’s central role in international affairs

US, Europe to work jointly to resolve Ukrainian conflict and establish peace — Trump

"Thousands of young soldiers are dying on a weekly basis", US President said

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

Putin and Xi Jinping complete talks in expanded format

Representatives of Moscow and Beijing will sign a number of documents on cooperation

Russia wants its national interests to be taken into account at talks on Ukraine — Kremlin

Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov was commenting on the words of US Vice President J.D. Vance that Russia "is asking for too much" in the negotiation process

Kiev plans to stage provocations in Donetsk People’s Republic, expert says

Marochko added that service members from Ukraine’s psychological and information warfare centers were also active in the area

Russia welcomes production of Chinese cars on its territory — Putin

Russia is also ready to expand the range of agricultural exports to the Chinese market, the Russian President added

Libya’s Haftar discusses support for stabilization efforts with Shoigu in Moscow

Both Haftar and Shoigu underscored the longstanding historical ties between their nations and stressed the importance of maintaining ongoing coordination

Putin, Xi begin face-to-face conversation in private

Topics on the agenda include the ongoing situation in Ukraine and the prospects for restoring Russian-American relations

Roscosmos cosmonauts congratulate Russians on Victory Day from orbital outpost

Alexey Zubritsky (a TASS special reporter in space) pointed out that the ISS "is a bright example of how citizens of various countries can together create something truly important and useful for the entire humankind"

Xi Jinping arrives in Kremlin for talks with Putin

Xi’s visit to Russia is timed to the 80th anniversary of the Soviet Union’s victory in the Great Patriotic War

Putin highly commends Victory Day Parade on Moscow’s Red Square

Responding to a relevant question from journalists, the head of state smiled and gave a thumb up sign

Russia recognizes that Taiwan is integral part of PRC

Russia firmly opposes any form of Taiwanese independence and steadfastly supports China's efforts to safeguard its sovereignty and territorial integrity, emphasizing the goal of national unification

Putin, Xi Jinping adopt statement on global strategic stability

It is also planned to sign several intergovernmental and interdepartmental documents

US starts mass production of advanced thermonuclear bombs — Department of Energy

The decision to produce B61-13 warheads was made in 2023 by the previous US administration led by Joe Biden

Russia, China condemn use of commercial satellites to interfere in conflicts

Furthermore, Russia and China advocate for the internationalization of this initiative and a political commitment among nations not to be the first to deploy weapons in space

Kiev wants to swap Kursk Region residents for detained Ukrainians — ombudswoman

According to Tatyana Moskalkova, she considers Kiev's detention of civilians a flagrant violation not only of international norms and rules, but also of norms of morality and ethics

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

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

Maduro believes BRICS is the future — Venezuelan foreign minister

Earlier, Gil Pinto had emphasized that Venezuela remains committed to joining BRICS and will continue to pursue full membership in the group

Aliyev to skip Victory Day parade in Moscow — Kremlin aide

Aliyev was among the 29 state leaders expected in Moscow on Victory Day

Economic issues are part of Russian-US contacts — Deputy Foreign Minister

Ryabkov clarified that he could not confirm discussions between Russia and the US regarding the possibility of resuming Russian gas deliveries to Europe

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

Trump says no meeting scheduled with Putin in Saudi Arabia

According to the US President, sides are "having very good conversations"

Kremlin aide says Putin, Trump exchanged Victory Day congratulations via aides

Asked what words the leaders used, Yury Ushakov replied, "Warm words, mutual congratulations on the shared holiday, the great holiday"

Israel to have presence at Victory Day parade in Moscow — acting envoy

"We are the only non-CIS country that holds a veterans' parade and where the Immortal Regiment passes. So, for us, this is clear-cut," Ben Zvi replied

Trump may announce trade deal with UK on May 8 — newspaper

This will be Washington’s first trade deal after it imposed customs tariffs

Egyptian President to take part in Victory Day celebrations in Moscow

The media outlet points out that El-Sisi will visit Moscow at the invitation of Russian President Vladimir Putin

Hungary, Slovakia to oppose Brussels’ plan for refusing from Russian gas — top diplomat

According to Hungarian Foreign Minister Peter Szijjarto, the European Commission’s plan to refuse from Russian gas and nuclear fuel threatens Hungary’s energy security

Moscow won’t react to EU plans to set up tribunal against Russia — Kremlin spokesman

Reuters earlier reported that ministers from almost 20 European nations backed setting up a tribunal under the auspices of the Council of Europe to "prosecute" senior Russian officials

India launches 24 missiles on Pakistan targets, destroying over 70 terrorists — TV

The India-based NDTV television channel reported that real-time monitoring via surveillance drones allowed confirmation of target destruction with minimal civilian casualties

NATO’s attempts to expand in Asia harmful to peace in region — Russian-Chinese statement

The two nations also deem unacceptable the formation of anti-Russian and anti-Chinese military alliances that include nuclear elements, the deployment of nuclear weapons under the pretext of "extended deterrence," and the placement of missile defense systems and ground-based medium-and short-range missiles that threaten strategic stabilit

China supports Russia’s efforts to ensure security, stability, development — statement

Russia reaffirms its commitment to the One China principle, opposes Taiwan's independence in any form

Russia, China suffered greatest losses in WWII — Putin

The Russian President added that Chinese leader Xi Jinping’s current visit to Russia was timed to the 80th anniversary of the Soviet Union’s victory in the Great Patriotic War

Kellogg’s remarks about Putin obstructing ceasefire raise eyebrows — diplomat

In Maria Zakharova words, Russia has never opposed the idea of a ceasefire

Turkish Airlines to resume all its flights between Turkey and Russia from May 9

"The Transport Ministry, the Federal Air Transport Agency and Turkish Airlines have agreed to resume the full flight program between Turkey and Russia from Friday, May 9. Turkish Airlines is working on the possibility of adding more flights to its schedule for May 9," the statement said

Romania’s Constitutional Court certifies outcome of first round of presidential election

The court’s decision formally opens the way to campaigning for the next round

Estonia bans Slovak prime minister’s plane from flying in its airspace

As a result, Robert Fico will not arrive in Moscow in time to attend events planned for the evening of May 8

Guinea-Bissau President arrives in Moscow to participate in May 9 celebrations

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RUSADA reports 34 cases of 'availability for testing' rule violations over past month

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Putin certain about Russia-Vatican dialogue based on Christian values — Kremlin

The Russian president extended his best wishes to Pope Leo XIV, expressing hope for his success in fulfilling the "high mission entrusted to him," along with wishes for good health and well-being

US wants to get Russia, Ukraine closer together to achieve peace — JD Vance

"We're not there yet", US Vice President said

Hegseth cancels visit to Israel — report

According to the report, the secretary of defense was expected to travel to Israel on May 12 to meet his local counterpart Israel Katz and the country's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu

MCV sales in Russia plummeted by 50% in April 2025

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

Pope Leo XIV formal inauguration will take place on May 18

According to preliminary data, following the death of Pope Francis on April 21, the Vatican Press Office received more than 4,000 accreditation requests

Press review: Russia may mediate India-Pakistan standoff as Trump eyes defense surge

Top stories from the Russian press on Tuesday, May 6th

US Cardinal Prevost elected new pontiff, will be known as Leo XIV

He was chosen on the second day of the conclave

PREVIEW: Putin to hold talks with Xi Jinping

These talks will be the third contact between the two leaders since the beginning of the year

Russia, China urge countries to abandon pressure on DPRK

Furthermore, the document underscores the need for concrete measures to de-escalate tensions and eliminate the risks of armed incidents and large-scale military conflicts on the Korean Peninsula

Russian diplomat sees no chance of extending New START unless US overhauls policies

The New START limited the number of intercontinental ballistic and some other missiles and nuclear warheads for Russia and the US

Houthis say they attacked US aircraft carrier Harry Truman before truce with US

According to the spokesman, the Houthi attack made an American F-18 fighter jet crash

Venezuela looking at manufacturing Russian cars — top diplomat

According to Yvan Gil Pinto, countries are already negotiating potential industrial cooperation

Russia-China relations reach highest level in history — Putin

According to the Russian President, comprehensive partnership and strategic cooperation between Russia and China are based on the unwavering principles of "equality, mutual assistance and support and unbreakable friendship between our countries and peoples"

As a serious person, Pope Leo XIV gives hope for dialogue — ex-Russian envoy to Holy See

According to Alexander Avdeyev, US Catholics divide into two camps - supporters of the course pursued by Pope Francis and a very conservative camp of those who always criticized the late pontiff

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

Trump again says US did more for victory over Nazi Germany than Soviet Union

Earlier in the day, Trump signed a proclamation to declare May 8 Victory Day for World War Two

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

President of the Republic of Srpska arrives in Moscow to participate in events on May 9

Earlier, Kallas announced that Brussels requires candidate countries to join the community not to travel to Moscow on May 9

India has no plans to escalate conflict with Pakistan, will give firm response to attacks

According to the top diplomat, the April 22 terrorist attack on civilians in India’s union territory of Jammu and Kashmir compelled New Delhi "to respond on May 7 by striking at cross-border terrorist infrastructure"

Russia will rely on its unity in both times of war and peace — Putin

Russia honors the memory of all who gave their lives for Victory in the Great Patriotic War

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

Gazprom meets China halfway, providing gas supplies beyond contract — Putin

The Russian leader stressed that the launch of the Far Eastern pipeline route scheduled for 2027 will increase Russian gas exports by another 10 billion cubic meters

Alrosa mines largest gem-quality diamond in Russian history

An amber-colored crystal weighing 468.30 carats and measuring 56x54x22 millimeters was found in Yakutia

Russian troops liberate Lipovoye community in Donetsk region over past day

Russia’s Battlegroup West inflicted more than 230 casualties on Ukrainian troops and destroyed five enemy artillery guns in its area of responsibility over the past day, the Defense Ministry reported

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

Ukrainians living aboard must return home to register with military recruitment office

General mobilization was announced in Ukraine in February 2022 and has been extended several times since, with the authorities doing everything possible so that draft-age men cannot evade military service

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"

China’s trade with Russia drops by 7.5% in January-April to $71.12 billion

Import of Russian goods to China dropped by 9.1%

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

29 foreign leaders to attend Victory Parade in Moscow — Kremlin aide

According to Yury Ushakov, the list includes Brazil, Serbia, Slovakia and China

Kiev set to disrupt Victory Day celebrations — Russian general

"Since the start of the special military operation, Russia has repeatedly put forward peace initiatives aimed at suspending military operations," Hero of Russia Major General Sergey Lipovoy said

Ukraine’s Odessa to protest against political repressions in Ukraine

Responsibility for history, common interests: Russian-Chinese talks highlights

Russia and the People's Republic of China consider their common mission to be the responsibility for preserving the historical memory of World War II, as well as maintaining global strategic stability

Trump says time for decisions on Ukrainian reconciliation

Russian President Vladimir Putin has repeatedly called for resolving the Ukraine conflict, highlighting the need to take Russia’s interests into account when addressing the root causes of the crisis

Slovak prime minister arrives in Moscow for V-Day May 9 celebrations

According to the Dennikn portal, Robert Fico's aircraft took a longer southern route, passing over Hungary, Romania, the Black Sea, and Georgia

Pakistan attacks military bases in Jammu & Kashmir — India’s defense HQ

Border areas have reported explosions

Venezuela has plans to join BRICS group, top diplomat says

Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro arrived in Moscow on May 7

Zimbabwe’s President arrives in Russia for May 9 events

The high-ranking guest's plane landed at one of the capital's airports

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

Putin, foreign leaders lay flowers at Tomb of Unknown Soldier at Kremlin wall

Before that, Putin as the supreme commander-in-chief of the Russian Armed Forces reviewed the military parade on Moscow’s Red Square devoted to the 80th anniversary of the Soviet Union’s Victory over Nazi Germany in the 1941-1945 Great Patriotic War

Venezuelan president highly estimates his meeting with Kadyrov

Caracas "will continue conducting diplomacy of peace, promoting brotherhood and advocating the right of nations to self-determination," Nicolas Maduro underscored

Russia will find a way to supply products in case of EU sanctions against its gas

Earlier, the European Commission unveiled initiatives to fully reject supplies of Russian gas

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

Putin says almost all trade between Russia and China is carried out in national currencies

The Russian President noted that China ranks first in trade turnover with Russia

EU transfers 1 billion euros to Ukraine from profits raised from seized Russian assets

European Commissioner for the Economy Valdis Dombrovskis noted that under the 45 bln euros G7 Extraordinary Revenue Acceleration initiative, Ukraine has already received 6 billion euros this year

	
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