Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has rejected accusations that Moscow is providing intelligence support to Iran, as geopolitical tensions escalate between Russia and Western powers over developments in the Middle East. Speaking onThursday in an interview with France Télévision, Lavrov acknowledged that Russia maintains “very close relations” with Iran under…
Following the military-led removal of its previous government in October 2025, Madagascar is deepening cooperation with Russia as part of a broader strategy to stabilise the island nation. President Michael Randrianirina travelled to Moscow in February 2026, marking the first official visit by a Malagasy leader in nearly 50 years.…
Kenya has announced that Russia has agreed to stop accepting Kenyan nationals into its armed forces following growing concerns that hundreds of citizens had been drawn into the war in Ukraine. The announcement was made in Moscow by Kenya’s Foreign Affairs Minister Musalia Mudavadi after bilateral discussions with Russian Foreign…
South Africa’s Foreign Minister Ronald Lamola confirmed Thursday that several South Africans remain in Russia, with at least two deaths reported among those who fought for Russian forces in Ukraine. His remarks came after 15 men who were allegedly tricked into joining mercenary forces were repatriated. Repatriation Efforts Deaths Reported…
Ukraine’s Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha has alleged that more than 1,780 Africans are currently fighting for Russia in its war against Ukraine, claiming Moscow is using deception to lure them into combat. Recruitment Allegations Speaking at a joint press conference with Ghana’s Foreign Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, Sybiha said African…
The U.S. Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) has published new Farsi-language instructions on multiple social media platforms, urging Iranians to securely contact the agency. The move comes against the backdrop of heightened tensions in the Middle East, where the U.S. has significantly increased its military presence. Recruitment Message On Tuesday, the…
Crowds gathered in Castle Square, Warsaw, to mark the fourth anniversary of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, underscoring Poland’s enduring solidarity with its neighbor. Demonstrations in the Heart of Warsaw Protesters waved Ukrainian flags and held signs reading “Fight 4 Freedom” and “Putin always lies. Support Ukraine.” The rally framed the…
South Africa’s President Cyril Ramaphosa on Tuesday expressed gratitude to Russian President Vladimir Putin for assisting in the repatriation of 17 South African citizens who were allegedly duped into joining the war in Ukraine under the guise of bodyguard training. The Return of Trapped Citizens Ramaphosa confirmed that: The group…
As the war in Ukraine stretches into its fifth year, drones have become the defining technology of the conflict, reshaping modern warfare in ways closely watched around the world. Kill Zone Transformation From cheap commercial devices to explosive-packed miniature aircraft, drones now account for up to 80 percent of battlefield…
Russia’s minister for digital development, Maksud Shadayev, has claimed that foreign intelligence services are able to access messages sent by Russian soldiers using the Telegram messaging app, raising concerns about the platform’s security. Concerns Over Telegram Use Telegram is one of the most widely used messaging services in Russia, including…