Russia offers better direct-investment conditions for Western businesses and not the other way around, President Vladimir Putin tells forum Read Full Article at RT.com

Maria Berlinskaya noted the demoralization of Ukrainian society that, she said, is brought about by the actions of the country's military and political leadership and the corruption of officials

Over the past 2-3 years, the Russian economy has fundamentally change, the Russian leader noted

The protesters are carrying Georgian and EU flags and slogans urging the government to step down

In the food sector price growth rates amounted to 0.68% in the reporting week

The impeachment requires support by 200 members of the 300-seat National Assembly

Seychelles' authorities are set to install 22 CCTV cameras next year in the Anse Royale district in the south of Mahe, the main island, to help the police better tackle crimes committed in the area.  The cameras are the result of the district’s member in the National Assembly, Sylvianne Lemiel’s, project—which she started with the Seychelles Police Force in 2018—in a bid to curb illegal activities, such as vandalism at Anse Royale.  Lemiel approached the Chinese Embassy in Seychelles to ask for a donation to purchase the cameras. The Seychelles Police Force, for its part, is also encouraging other districts in the country to implement similar surveillance projects to help curb crime.  “We have experienced many robberies and we at the Anse Royale district have deemed it important to ensure our inhabitants, businesses and visitors’ safety,” Lemiel explained to the press during the official handing over ceremony of the equipment recently.  Member of the National Assembly for Anse Royale, Sylvianne Lemiel, handing over cameras to the Seychelles Police (Seychelles News Agency) Photo License: CC-BY The cameras will be installed on steel poles in key areas of the district, such as the school, churches, and Fairyland—an area with a stretch of beach popular to visitors and locals alike.  The Chinese Embassy in Seychelles donated SCR 100,000 (US$ 7,224), and the Ministry of Local Government and Community Affairs contributed a little over SCR 52,000 (US$ 3,756) to purchase the 22 surveillance cameras at a total cost of SCR 159,000 (US$ 11,486).  “The installing of the CCTV cameras is a necessary step to strengthen neighbourhood watch, deter the offenders and support efforts of the police to provide better service and protection during these emergency cases which may arise,” said the Chinese Ambassador to Seychelles, Lin Nan.  The Chinese Ambassador to Seychelles, Lin Nan, presenting the donation. (Seychelles News Agency) Photo License: CC-BY The Minister for Local Government and Community Affairs, Rose-Marie Hoareau, said that the installment is not just about technology, but also “an investment in the safety of businesses, residents and others visiting the district.”  She added that this is “a step to building a stronger, more connected community where people can go about their lives with greater peace of mind.”  Meanwhile, the head of the Police Communications Centre, Mike Monthy, said, “the cameras will be able to pick up a lot of information, for instance we can record the registration number of vehicles using the road and if they are involved in any offences committed, we may also detect them.”  Over several decades, China has contributed significantly to the development of Seychelles and has helped with infrastructure projects, such as the National Assembly building, the Palais de Justice, housing estates, and the ongoing project of the Seychelles Broadcasting Corporation (SBC) House.

Mogadishu (HOL) — Somali National Intelligence and Security Agency (NISA) forces killed 23 al-Shabab militants in a planned operation in the Baqdad area of the Afgoye district in the Lower Shabelle region, the agency reported.

Two men believed to be central figures in Quebec’s violent and ongoing drug conflict topped the Bolo Program's latest Top 25 list of Canada's Most Wanted fugitives.

Vancouver police have released security video as they seek witnesses to an unprovoked assault in the downtown core.

Church in Georgia slams president’s call for schools to back protests and warns that encouraging minors to riot is “extremely disturbing” Read Full Article at RT.com

The former German chancellor claims the Russian president brought his pet to a 2007 meeting despite knowing that she is afraid of dogs Read Full Article at RT.com

Trump’s advisers show him three plans for settling Ukraine conflict, including Ukraine ceding land and giving up its NATO hopes – Reuters Read Full Article at RT.com

Nearly a third of those who took part in recent riots in Tbilisi are foreigners, according to the ruling Georgia Dream party Read Full Article at RT.com

The head of UnitedHealthcare was gunned down outside a Manhattan hotel in what investigators suspect was a targeted killing Read Full Article at RT.com

The potential defense secretary’s candidacy has been boosted far more robustly by his former employer than by his possible future one.

Kismayo (HOL) — Jubbaland Information Minister Abdifitaah Mohamed Mukhtar announced Monday that Jubbaland Dervish forces had assumed control of military bases in Lower Juba vacated by African Union troops, particularly those from Kenya.

Mogadishu (HOL) — Former Somali President Sheikh Sharif Sheikh Ahmed, former Prime Minister Hassan Ali Kheyre, and MP Abdirahman Abdishakur Warsame have denounced the newly formed Independent National Electoral and Boundaries Commission, accusing it of being tailored to serve President Mohamud's political agenda.

Mogadishu (HOL) — Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud has directed security forces to intensify efforts against individuals financing terrorism as part of broader measures to curb al-Shabab's extortion activities.

Indigenous leaders in Fort Chipewyan, Alta., are calling on the federal government to remediate a contaminated area in the First Nation's community and to apologize for keeping the contamination a years-long secret. 

Vojislav Zmukic, 58, was convicted of assault and handed a one-year suspended sentence in a Surrey court on Tuesday.

Tyler Webber was killed at a campground near Bishop Lake, about an hour and a half north of Kingston, Ont., on July 29, 2023. On Tuesday, his uncle was sentenced to 10 years in prison, while his mother was sentenced to eight.

Three family members are suing the Alberta government and a company that operates an Edmonton group home, alleging both failed to take steps to prevent the suicide of 15-year-old Noah Gitsel.

In a troubling incident in Tral, Jammu and Kashmir, an army jawan on leave was shot in the leg by terrorists. He was promptly taken to a hospital and is currently in stable condition. Security forces have initiated a search operation to locate the attackers.

Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah criticized the Enforcement Directorate's (ED) communication to Lokayukta police regarding a land allotment case involving his wife. He called the ED's actions «prejudicial» and «politically motivated,» alleging an attempt to influence the court ahead of his hearing against the Governor's sanction to investigate the case.

The deceased identified as Anila (44) from Thazhuthala, succumbed to her injuries on the spot and the accused, Padmarajan (60), surrendered to the Kollam East police shortly afterwards.

«Processes related to the use of other instruments are taking place naturally,» the Russian president said