As the ministry specified, Andrey Belousov also listened to a report on coordinating the work of Russian peacekeeping units and the commandant’s service in new Russian regions

The United States remains the largest investor in nuclear weapons as it spent $51.5 bln on its nuclear arms in 2023

Against the background of the United States’ statements, Mikhail Ulyanov did not rule out the possibility of Russia making changes to its nuclear doctrine as well

Earlier, the Russian leader presented new peace proposals on settling the Ukraine conflict

«Of course, everything depends on the number and modification of aircraft that will be delivered to Ukraine,» Ilya Yevlash said

On Monday, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar met with US National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan in New Delhi. Their discussion covered a broad range of bilateral, regional, and global issues. Jaishankar expressed confidence that the strategic partnership between New Delhi and Washington will continue to grow stronger in the near future.

The former U.N. ambassador called her dad “the most decent man I’d ever known.” Ajit Singh Randhawa, a Sikh immigrant from India, moved to South Carolina in 1969.

Garowe (HOL) - The mayor of Garowe, Abdikhadir Mohamed Mohamud Geddi, has ordered all illegal Ethiopian residents to leave the town immediately, threatening deportation if they do not comply.

Mogadishu (HOL) - Somali Minister of Defense Abdukhadir Mohamed Noor has reaffirmed that Ethiopia cannot take an inch of Somali territory, describing Addis Ababa's MoU with the Somaliland region as a daydream.

Garowe (HOL) - Somali security forces in Puntland State have apprehended one of the Somali pirates who attacked and hijacked the MV Abdullah, a Bangladeshi-flagged cargo ship, along with its 23-member crew in March this year.

The lawyer representing the former head of the Canadian Armed Forces personnel branch is calling on Defence Minister Bill Blair to bring in either the RCMP or the Ontario Provincial Police to review the “professional competency” of military police and its leadership.

LCBO executives said they were blindsided by the Ontario Ministry of Finance’s decision to cancel an anti-theft pilot at some northern stores soon after it was announced, documents obtained by CBC News show. One email to LCBO leadership says politicians had appreciated the «effort to help curb what is a societal problem in some of these markets.»

Patricia Sayers filed a human rights case after being sexually assaulted by a co-worker, in hope of helping to prevent future incidents at that store. But it took six years for the Ontario tribunal to schedule a hearing, rendering most of her hopes unattainable, she says.

A senator's push to curtail the unchecked promotion of sports betting is working its way through the legislative process, with the aim of establishing a national framework for regulating these services. It's passed a second reading in the Senate, but has yet to reach the House.

EXCLUSIVE: A Scottish Euros fan was sent to a 'dungeon'-like 'abandoned medical facility' by bungling Booking.com staff, turning his dream trip to Germany into a nightmare.

In yet another dig at Tesla CEO Elon Musk for his Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) criticism, former Union Minister Rajeev Chandrasekhar said that Musk's suggestion about 'all EVMs being hackable' was too broad and inaccurate. He sharply countered the latter, saying the Tesla co-founder and CEO is «factually incorrect.» Chandrasekhar stresses the distinctiveness of Indian EVMs compared to their Western counterparts, particularly those used in the US.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday condoled the loss of lives in the train accident near New Jalpaiguri in West Bengal. At least 15 people were killed and around 60 others injured after a goods train collided with the Sealdah-bound Kanchanjunga Express near Rangapani station in West Bengal, police said. In a post on X, the prime minister said the «railway accident in West Bengal is saddening. Condolences to those who lost their loved ones».

Labour's Shadow Health Minister Wes Streeting gave the clearest hint yet that the party plans to spend more than it has set out in its blueprint for government.

President Joe Biden appeared to freeze on stage after giving remarks at a star-studded fundraiser in Los Angeles on Saturday night before Obama took his arm and pulled the president away.

CRAIG HOPE AT THE VELTINS ARENA: Fresh from clinching the Champions League final with Real Madrid, Bellingham gave England the lead after 13 minutes.

Armie Hammer has revealed he is grateful for the shock cannibalism and abuse allegations which imploded his once-stellar Hollywood acting career.

The members of the European Council – the 27 EU Heads of State or Government, the President of the European Council and the President of the European Commission – will gather in Brussels for an informal meeting on Monday 17 June to consider the results of the European Parliament elections of 6 9 June 2024. The European Council has an important role to play at this point in the institutional cycle; the meeting marks the starting point for the appointment process to the EU's highest ranking positions (namely European Commission President, European Council President and High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy). While no final decisions are expected, EU leaders may set out the procedure they envisage for the process, which they aim to complete at their next formal meeting, on 27 28 June 2024. Source : © European Union, 2024 - EP

Seychelles' President Wavel Ramkalawan has congratulated Cyril Ramaphosa on his re-election as President of South Africa. South Africa's parliament re-elected Cyril Ramaphosa as President last Friday after a landmark coalition deal between the governing African National Congress (ANC) and opposition parties. According to a communique from the Foreign Affairs Department, Ramkalawan said, «I equally wish to congratulate you and the people of South Africa for the successful and peaceful general elections. This democratic process stands as a testament to the enduring strength and vitality of South Africa's commitment to democratic governance. The peaceful and transparent conduct of these elections reaffirm South Africa's unwavering dedication to upholding democratic principles and ensuring the voices of its citizens are heard and respected. In this context, South Africa will continue to be an example for the region as well as for the rest of Africa.» He added that Ramaphosa's re-election «underscores the continued faith of the South African people in your vision and leadership. Your recent call for broader national unity in South Africa has resonated well with many around the world. I am confident that under your continued stewardship, South Africa will further advance its goals of social justice, economic growth, and regional stability.»  «Our two countries share strong and dynamic ties since the establishment of diplomatic relations which have evolved and grown stronger over the past few decades. I have every confidence, that during your tenure in office, the bonds that exist between Seychelles and South Africa will be further strengthened for the mutual benefit of our two countries and peoples. I am very much looking forward to continuing our working relationship bilaterally, regionally and in the multilateral fora,» said Ramkalawan. Seychelles, an archipelago in the western Indian Ocean, established diplomatic relations with South Africa in 1993.

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Germany should stop paying welfare benefits to male Ukrainian refugees to encourage them to return home and fight, a senior MP has said Read Full Article at RT.com

Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te has warned future military officers that Beijing is committed to annexing the island Read Full Article at RT.com

Ukraine wants Russia at the negotiating table, but only after Kiev has have a stronger bargaining position, Kiev’s foreign minister has said Read Full Article at RT.com

The Polish president has labeled Russia “the largest colonial empire” in the world Read Full Article at RT.com

India has said that only proposals acceptable to both Russia and Ukraine can lead to a resolution to the conflict Read Full Article at RT.com

[DW] Former South African President Jacob Zuma's MK party says it wants to coordinate efforts against the unity government led by the African National Congress (ANC), claiming a May election was fraudulent.

[This Day] The Tripartite Committee on National Minimum Wage said at the weekend that organised labour should reconsider the amount it was demanding as national minimum wage, based on current realities.

[allAfrica] This guest column is among a series of articles that look at such critical issues as food security, which are essential for keeping and building a peaceful world. Peacebuilding reporting on AllAfrica is supported by a grant from the Carnegie Corporation of New York.

At least four Maoists, including a woman, were killed in an encounter with police in Jharkhand's West Singhbhum district on Monday morning, officials said. The incident took place in Tonto and Goilkera area, they said. «Four Maoists were killed in the gunfight, while two have been arrested,» Jharkhand Police spokesperson and IG (Operations), Amol V Homkar, told PTI.