According to Vladimir Barbin, «the intensifying trend toward the militarization of the Arctic, the cultivation of confrontational approaches by NATO countries, and the giving of access to Arctic land to foreign militaries do not contribute to maintaining military and political stability in the region»

According to Vadim Krasnoselsky, starting on February 1, Transnistrian utility companies will gradually resume normal gas, electricity and heat supplies

Russia will consider new challenges to its security in its military planning, Vladimir Barbin said

[The Conversation Africa] The death of South African soldiers on a Southern African Development Community (SADC) mission in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has sparked fierce debate about the deployment of South African National Defence Force (SANDF) soldiers there. Some, including political parties, have questioned whether the soldiers were adequately trained, equipped and supported. Lindy Heinecken has spent decades researching the South African military in peacekeeping operations and has interviewed hundreds of soldiers

Mogadishu (HOL) — A recent clan conference in Badhan, spearheaded by Dhulbahante and Warsangali leaders, has ignited fresh tensions between Somalia and Somaliland, with prominent Somaliland traditional leader Boqor Osman Aw Mohamud Buurmadow accusing Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud of orchestrating the gathering to provoke unrest.

People from the media were recently made to leave the offices of the State Conciliation and Mediation, called the Karphús. The reason given was that negotiations were at a sensitive point, but the negotiating committees of the Icelandic Teachers' Union and the Association of Icelandic Local Authorities are now meeting there.

Both the Foreign Minister and the Prime Minister said that the government is in close contact with other Nordic countries on security and defense issues, although ministers do not have the opportunity to attend all meetings. There is no need to fear that this issue is being neglected; on the contrary, the current government is not afraid to discuss openly the issues that were not the case with the previous government.

[CFR] Washington, DC -- Panelists discuss how a second Trump administration could reshape U.S.-Africa relations, whether security, economic, and diplomatic engagement will deepen or decline, and how to define the U.S. strategic role in the continent while countering China's growing influence.

A Finnish student was barred from a school trip to the Olkiluoto nuclear power plant because he was born in Russia, Yle has reported Read Full Article at RT.com

Germany will not invest almost half of its federal budget in defense, Boris Pistorius has said Read Full Article at RT.com

Part of a missile has fallen in Lipetsk Region, damaging local power infrastructure, regional authorities have said Read Full Article at RT.com

Israel freed 183 Palestinians as three hostages returned from captivity in Gaza in the fourth round of agreed exchanges, the Red Cross says Read Full Article at RT.com

Russian Foreign Ministry Spokeswoman Maria Zakharova noted that Russia views such historical and political exercises, bordering on outright falsification and revision of the results of World War II, as unacceptable

Former Union finance minister P Chidambaram criticized the Union Budget presented by Nirmala Sitharaman, claiming it targets the middle class and Bihar voters ahead of upcoming state elections. He argued the government lacks new ideas and is unwilling to deregulate or empower entrepreneurs, predicting only 6-6.5% growth.

Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami urged voters to support BJP's Kulwant Rana, condemning AAP and Congress for corruption and appeasement. Dhami criticized AAP's governance, women's safety record, and misuse of funds. He accused Kejriwal of insulting Sanatan Dharma and supporting anti-national elements, predicting a strong BJP victory in Delhi. Dignitaries attended the event.

Opposition parties criticized the Union Budget as a disappointment, especially for states not ruled by the NDA. Congress accused the government of lacking new ideas, while leaders from TMC, DMK, and RJD expressed concerns over the Budget's focus on Bihar and neglect of states like West Bengal and Jharkhand. The middle class also felt let down.

India's government plans to boost agriculture growth through multiple schemes, including a special program in 100 low-productivity districts, and a six-year mission for self-reliance in pulses. The Kisan Credit Card loan limit increases to Rs 5 lakh and new initiatives involve promoting fruits, vegetables, millets, and high-yielding seeds, along with a comprehensive 'Rural Prosperity and Resilience' program.

The Malawi Law Society (MLS) continues to make remarkable strides in promoting access to justice for all, as evidenced by its proactive engagement with Chief Resident Magistrates across the country. In a landmark sensitization session held on Saturday, MLS underscored its unwavering commitment to ensuring that no individual is left without legal representation due to […] The post Malawi Law Society Champions Access to Justice Through Pro Bono Initiative appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The launch of “Boma Likutinji,” a groundbreaking Government Diary presser, marks a commendable shift towards transparency and accountability in Malawi’s governance. For the first time, Cabinet Ministers are stepping forward to provide weekly updates on how their ministries are delivering services to the people. This initiative, spearheaded by Minister of Information Moses Kunkuyu alongside key […] The post Analysis: Govt’s ‘Boma Likutinji’ is a Welcome Step Towards Transparency, But Consistency Is Key appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

  Prophet Shepherd Bushiri has pumped K40 million into the local film industry through the Shepherd Bushiri Foundation and is eyeing sponsorship for a local movie featuring Nigeria’s Nkem Owoh, famously known as Ukwa. Bushiri, who is the leader of Enlightened Christian Gathering (ECG), made the commitment this afternoon in Lilongwe, emphasizing that promoting the […] The post Bushiri pumps K40m in local film industry, eyes to sponsor a local movie involving Nigeria’s Nkem Owo [Ukwa]. appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

The Malawi Law Society (MLS) has stepped in to assist the Legal Aid Bureau in reducing its overwhelming workload of 27,000 cases through the introduction of a nationwide Pro Bono Scheme, offering free legal aid services across the country. MLS President, Charles Mpaka, announced the initiative on Saturday in Lilongwe during an awareness session on […] The post Malawi Law Society Steps In to Reduce 27,000-Case Workload Through Pro Bono Scheme appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Baidoa (HOL) – Southwest regional state President Abdiaziz Hassan Mohamed Laftagareen chaired a security council meeting in Baidoa on Saturday, focusing on strategies to increase regional security and counter the ongoing threat posed by Al-Shabaab militants.

There is also no information yet on whether they will be taken to third countries or remain in Egypt

Diplomatic relations between the two countries were established on February 1, 1980

There are currently 1,100 South African troops in the eastern part of the Democratic Republic of the Congo as part of the Southern African Development Community force

Supplies via the TurkStream gas pipeline to European countries in January increased by 2% compared to December 2024 and jumped by 27% compared to January 2024 to 1.56 bln cubic meters

Trump’s envoy for special missions said the release of six Americans was agreed with President Maduro during his official visit to Caracas Read Full Article at RT.com

TEHRAN – The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) and Tejarat Bank have started a campaign titled ‘Disability is part of me, not all of me’ which aims to empower children with disabilities in Iran through raising awareness and fostering a supportive environment.

TEHRAN – Celebrated on the second day of February every year, the World Wetlands Day to raise awareness about wetlands, and increase people’s understanding of these critically important ecosystems.

TEHRAN –An Iranian knowledge-based company has managed to develop a new method for the synthesis of Technetium (99mTc) tilmanocept, a radiopharmaceutical diagnostic imaging agent used to determine lymph nodes that may be draining from tumors.

TEHRAN—From the beginning of the current water year (September 23, 2024) to January 30, 50.5 mm of rainfall has been recorded in the country, a 51.1 percent decrease from the long-term average of 103.2 mm, according to the Metrological Organization.

C'est pour donner corps à une ferme instruction du Président de la République, le Général de Brigade Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema relative à la mise à disposition des médicaments et consommables dans les structures sanitaires publiques, que le Ministre de la Santé et sa collègue des Affaires Sociales ont réunit leurs collaborateurs des entités sous tutelle. En effet, le Pr Adrien Mougougou et Nadine Nathalie Awanang Epse Anato ont annoncé que, dans un mois, les médicaments et (...) - SANTE / SUJET_ECRIT_MAISON

Photos of Jo Ellis began to circulate after Wednesday night's crash, sparking claims she was on board the doomed Black Hawk helicopter