Daily Updates: November 2022
Daily Updates: November 2022
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*** MSK = Moscow Standard Time
The EU Commission chief deletes a post in which she claimed 100,000 Ukrainian soldiers had been killed in the war, a figure that is ten times more than the one announced by Ukrainian officials in August. Russia’s Deputy Foreign Minister dismisses the very idea of a potential nuclear war, as he comments on global power structures in an exclusive interview to RT. Three people are reportedly killed and more than 20 injured in a deadly blast in Pakistan. It comes after the Pakistani Taliban terrorist group called for attacks to take place across the country following the end of a ceasefire. Hundreds of people gather in front of a jail in Pretoria to protest the release of the convicted murderer of a South African anti-apartheid leader. — Back to top
Croatia’s president says the EU is delusional to think it can have an independent energy market, as the bloc is forced to buy US liquefied natural gas at triple the price. A man who assassinated a South African anti-apartheid leader is stabbed in prison days before he was supposed to be released on parole, following a court decision that shocked local residents. FIFA representatives at the World Cup confiscate a flag of the Ukrainian military’s neo-Nazi, Azov Battalion. It had been unfurled by Spanish fans during their team’s match against Germany. — Back to top
Vladimir Putin and Xi Jinping herald the start of the 4th Russia-China energy business forum, saying the economic partnership of their countries is needed more than ever amid pressure from the West. Politicians from two ethnic groups in Russia slam comments from the pope, who said soldiers from those minorities are ‘the cruelest’ on the Ukraine frontlines. FIFA representatives confiscate a flag at the World Cup of the Ukrainian neo-Nazi Azov battalion. It had been unfurled by Spanish fans during their team’s match against Germany. — Back to top
Mainstream Western media outlets call on Washington to stop persecuting Julian Assange, as they backtrack on their years-long smear campaign against the whistleblower. China stands by its zero-Covid policy despite Western criticism, as Beijing says that certain social media users have been distorting facts to stir up protests. There are high hopes for peace in the Democratic Republic of Congo, as its close ally Kenya hosts a new round of talks seeking to end a devastating, decades-long conflict. — Back to top
NATO’s chief insists EU states should tighten their belts and provide more support to Ukraine despite many Europeans already being exhausted by the crisis. Russia-US nuclear disarmament talks in Cairo have been postponed hours before they were due to kick off without any explanation. Kiev’s mayor stirs up a rift within Ukraine’s establishment by stating that the country’s top officials are too busy playing political games instead of helping their own citizens. Massive riots break out across Belgian and Dutch cities after Morocco’s shock victory against the football giants in the Qatar World Cup. Dozens of people have been detained. — Back to top
NATO’s chief insists EU states should tighten their belts and provide more support to Kiev despite many Europeans already being exhausted by the consequences of the crisis. RT speaks to a German Rapper using music to call for his government to get out of Washington’s grip and restore ties with Russia. India’s farmers are forced to increase wheat production as sanctions on Russia push grain prices to record highs. Massive riots break out across Belgian and Dutch cities after Morocco upsets the football giants in the Qatar World Cup. Dozens of people have been detained. — Back to top
Over 50 Members of the European Parliament reject a resolution to brand Russia a state-sponsor of terrorism over its strikes in Ukraine. We investigate accusations of Western media meddling in the latest protests over Covid restrictions in China as we hear from an analyst who’s probing the story. — Back to top
As over 50 Members of the European Parliament reject a resolution to brand Russia as a state sponsor of terrorism over its strikes in Ukraine, we take a look at the West’s impunity of targeting civilian infrastructure in wars past. The UN now says the videos showing Russian prisoners of war, who were reportedly executed, are highly likely to be authentic as Russia says at least 11 soldiers were killed after they were detained. From Burkina-Faso to Chad, the Sahel region faces a rising insurgent threat with more and more volunteers coming forward to defend their nations. With the group stage at the FIFA world cup in Qatar in full swing we look at how the football tournament is mired in controversy. — Back to top
Some graphic, distressing images from Donetsk as we report from the scene of some of the latest Ukrainian shelling of the Russian city, which killed a local civilian. An American military base in Syria comes under attack amid rising tensions between NATO allies – Türkiye and the US – over Ankara’s targeting of Kurdish territories. In Africa, Ghana announces a possible shift towards using gold instead of the US dollar for its international oil purchases. In India, New Delhi’s space agency successfully launches a rocket carrying nine satellites into orbit as the country makes strides in its cosmic program. — Back to top
Civilians are killed in the latest Ukrainian bombardment of Donetsk as Kiev’s troops shell the Russian region 39 times in the past 24 hours. We report from the scene of the attacks. A US military base in Syria comes under attack amid rising tensions between NATO allies – Türkiye and the US. In the latest news from Africa, Ghana announces a shift towards using gold instead of the US dollar for its oil purchases. — Back to top
Kiev urges Ukrainians to snitch on alleged collaborators through a new chat-bot which is now being used to target potentially innocent civilians. Israeli forces demolish a Palestinian elementary school in the occupied West Bank after a court rules it was built illegally. The move forced children to flee just before the building was flattened. The peace agreement between the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Rwanda is at risk as the M23 rebel group does not recognize the deal and refuses to leave the occupied areas. — Back to top
50 Russian servicemen have landed in Moscow after release from Ukrainian captivity following the latest prisoner swap. We report from the airport and hear their stories firsthand. The conflict between the Democratic Republic of the Congo and rebel groups may soon end as East African Nations agree to mediate the rebels’ withdrawal from occupied areas – and send military support. With the group stage at the FIFA world cup in Qatar in full swing we look at how the tournament has turned into a festival of controversies, rather than football records. — Back to top
Hungary’s Foreign Minister says the EU oil price cap is a bad idea, as seven European countries threaten to veto the bloc’s restrictions on Russian oil imports during an emergency meeting in Brussels. Russia’s Defense Ministry says the railway transfer of foreign weapons to Kiev’s forces was disrupted during Wednesday’s high-precision strikes across Ukraine. Despite western accusations, Moscow says not a single Russian rocket struck the city of Kiev. The Democratic Republic of Congo and Rwanda agree to immediately cease hostilities and withdraw the armed group M23 from the Congolese east where they held a number of towns. India steams ahead to become the fastest-growing G20 economy next year, despite a global slowdown, with some even suggesting the country could overtake Japan and Germany to make the financial top three. — Back to top
Moscow hits out at Western hypocrisy at the UN Security Council in response to an emergency meeting over Russian strikes on Ukraine’s critical infrastructure. The European Parliament’s ‘terrorism sponsor’ resolution against Russia doesn’t get complete approval among EU lawmakers with some MEP’s condemning the move. 35 Russian prisoners of war have been released after negotiations with Kiev. RT hears some of their harrowing stories. Militants reportedly killed at least 30 civilians in Ethiopia, sparking fears of another armed conflict less than three weeks after the Tigray War ended in a ceasefire. — Back to top
Areas of Ukraine are reportedly plunged into darkness, after a series of missile strikes across the country. The lights also go out in neighboring Moldova. The European Parliament brands Russia a state sponsor of terrorism in a non-binding resolution. A teenage boy is killed and at least 18 more are wounded in twin bus-stop explosions in Jerusalem. Local police have branded it a terror attack. — Back to top
Mali bans French-sponsored NGOs from operating in the West African nation, adding yet another wedge in those countries’ failing relations following many years of a controversial French military presence in the region. From Burkina-Faso to Chad, the Sahel region faces a spiraling insurgent threat, with more and more volunteers coming forward to defend their loved ones. Australia’s claims of having the world’s cleanest coal are debunked, as a whistleblower says the fossil fuel’s green credentials have been faked for years. Ukraine’s President Zelensky has signed a new law that activists say effectively paves the way for financial crimes among government officials. — Back to top
Cuba’s president is right now meeting Vladimir Putin while on a visit to Moscow, where he’s already addressed the parliament. As Europe prioritizes political issues ahead of its energy needs, China takes a pragmatic approach and strikes an historic 27-year deal with Qatar for gas deliveries. Australia’s claims of having some of the cleanest coal on the planet appear to go up in smoke after whistleblowers claim the fuel’s green credentials have been faked for years. — Back to top
A British law enforcement official in charge of fighting organized crime warns that masses of weaponry being sent to Ukraine could find their way back to the UK in the hands of terrorists. An RT crew observes Russian artillery positions within close range of Ukrainian forces, amid persistent attacks by Kiev’s military in the Lugansk Republic. Hungary’s foreign minister says “ideology doesn’t heat homes,” as he speaks out in defiance of EU and US pressure over his country’s ties with the Russian nuclear sector. — Back to top
Russia warns of a potential nuclear catastrophe in Europe, as the Zaporozhye power plant once again comes under Ukrainian shelling over the weekend. That’s as Moscow holds nightlong talks with the UN’s atomic watchdog over the precarious situation. The UK is reportedly circumventing its own ban on Russian oil imports. As shipments of Russian crude arrive, London’s official records make no mention of it. As France questions its military presence in Burkina Faso amid rising tensions in the country, President Macron accuses Russia of spreading disinformation in Africa. — Back to top
A Ukrainian military officer posts a disturbing video online showing the apparent torture of a captured Russian soldier. A warning for viewers: you may find the following images disturbing. The UN calls for a probe into Ukrainian troops who were filmed allegedly executing Russian prisoners of war. A Western news outlet says it’s verified the video, in a rare admission that Ukrainian forces could be committing war crimes. The Cuban leader is in Moscow to meet with President Vladimir Putin, as the two countries strengthen their economic ties despite the pressure of US-led sanctions. — Back to top
Europe’s largest nuclear power plant comes under attack. Moscow says the Zaporozhye facility has been shelled by Kiev’s forces 13 times over the weekend although Ukraine’s nuclear energy agency is accusing Russia. Licenced to cause trouble – plans by Kosovo to fine those in the breakaway province with Serbian number plates on their cars, spark tensions and fears of escalation. Kiev backtracks on its claims that Russia was behind a deadly missile strike on Polish territory, as it admits parts of the projectile are Ukrainian. That’s after the US, NATO and Warsaw officials say it was likely launched by a Ukrainian air defense system. US Republicans pledge to count every cent of financial aid allocated to Kiev, as the party wins partial control of Congress. — Back to top
Kiev backtracks on its claims that Russia was responsible for a deadly missile strike on Poland, as it admits parts of the projectile actually appear to have been Ukrainian. That’s after US, NATO and Polish officials say the missile was probably launched by a Ukrainian air defense system. US Republicans pledge to count every cent of financial aid allocated to Kiev, as the party wins partial control of Congress. Moscow slams The Hague’s ruling on the MH17 plane crash as biased and politically motivated, after a pair of Russian nationals are sentenced in absentia. — Back to top
Moscow demands an international investigation into an alleged massacre of Russian soldiers who were being held captive by Ukrainian forces. It’s after chilling footage, suggesting a mass execution, emerged online. RT visits a front-line hospital in the Lugansk Republic, where Russian volunteer doctors fight to save the lives of wounded soldiers. Protesters in Burkina Faso set fires at the French embassy amid escalating grievances against enduring ‘Paris influence’ in the West African nation. — Back to top
Seven people are confirmed dead after a powerful explosion destroys part of an apartment building in Russia’s Far East. Moscow demands an international investigation into an alleged massacre of Russian soldiers as they were being held captive by Ukrainian forces. That’s after disturbing footage, suggesting a mass execution, emerged online. RT visits a front-line hospital, where Russian volunteer doctors fight for the lives of wounded soldiers. Protesters in Burkina Faso set the French embassy on fire amid escalating grievances against enduring French influence in the west African country. — Back to top
In some graphic and disturbing images posted online Ukrainian troops appear to execute Russian prisoners of war with Moscow calling the footage a demonstration of Kiev’s brutality – which Ukraine’s allies support. The Chinese President warns against Western hegemony and protectionism at the APEC summit in Bangkok amid tensions with the US over trade and the Taiwan issue. Ukraine’s ex-president Poroshenko – who had signed the Minsk peace deals on Donbass – admits he never intended to stick to the agreements, and simply used them to prepare for a new war with NATO’s help. As COP27 wraps up, we explore how promises, but little action, leave African states in the lurch when it comes to the climate emergency. — Back to top
A biased and politically motivated verdict against Russia – that’s Moscow’s reaction to The Hague’s investigation which found three suspects – including two Russians – guilty in the 2014 accidental downing of flight MH17 in Donbass. A report claims Ukrainian forces allegedly executed 39 people in Kherson city, after Kiev’s troops took over while another seventy-four have reportedly been taken to an unknown location. We follow Russian troops on the battlefield in Donbass where the Ukrainian military is stepping up its assault to break through defensive lines. A former Polish mayor calls the deadly missile incident in the country’s east a Ukrainian provocation while Kiev blames Moscow, despite Western countries saying the missile was likely Ukrainian. — Back to top
A biased and politically motivated verdict against Russia – that’s Moscow’s reaction to The Hague’s investigation which found three suspects – including two Russians – guilty in the 2014 accidental downing of flight MH17 in Donbass. A report claims Ukrainian forces allegedly executed 39 people in Kherson city, after Kiev’s troops took over while another seventy-four have reportedly been taken to an unknown location. We follow Russian troops on the battlefield in Donbass – where the Ukrainian military is stepping up its assault to break through defensive lines. A former Polish mayor calls the deadly missile incident in the country’s east a Ukrainian provocation while Kiev blames Moscow, despite Western countries saying the missile was likely Ukrainian. — Back to top
Russia’s ambassador to the UN slams Western countries calling reactions to the Poland missile incident anti-Russian hysteria. Meanwhile, Western powers scapegoat Russia for the deadly incident despite having admitted the fallen missile apparently came from Ukraine. The eight-year saga of the MH17 crash is coming to an end later on Thursday. RT explores the case where blame was assigned before a final verdict. — Back to top
Poland makes a U-turn on the incident that killed two people near the border with Ukraine, as Warsaw admits the missile apparently came from Kiev’s air defenses and was not launched by Russia, as earlier suggested. Kiev points the finger at Moscow and calls on NATO to weigh in with force, despite the bloc’s chief saying, there’s no indication the missile crash, which likely came from Ukraine, was deliberate or that Russia is seeking to target the Alliance. The South African leader calls on the G20 group to accept more countries from the continent into their ranks, as Africans push for a bigger role in geopolitics. — Back to top
Poland says it cannot confirm who was behind an alleged missile attack on its territory. Moscow calls the incident a provocation aimed at escalating tensions, adding that the missile fragments aren’t Russian. The US says it’s unlikely the missile was Russian due to its trajectory, while some NATO states have already called to implement the alliance’s Article 5, triggering a collective military response. As COP27 continues, Africa accuses Western countries of extorting trillions to pay for global pollution, which the continent is least responsible for. Former US President Donald Trump announces his bid for the 2024 presidency, amid claims Florida’s governor Ron DeSantis could be the main obstacle on Trump’s way to the Republican Party’s nomination. — Back to top
Ukrainian officials say multiple cities across the country have been hit by missiles, targeting energy sites and leading to widespread blackouts. While the West pushes its Ukraine agenda, most of the world wants a peaceful solution. That’s the message from Russia’s Foreign Minister at the ongoing G20 summit. NATO’s chief urges Ukraine to keep fighting on the battlefield, but some US officials are calling for peace talks, saying Kiev cannot beat Russia by military means. — Back to top
‘No to cold war rhetoric’ – this is the message at the G20 summit opening, as Western members keep calling to further isolate Russia over the conflict in Ukraine, and Moscow continues to increase its co-operation with emerging world economies. The UN General Assembly adopts a resolution on Russian war reparations to Ukraine with dozens of member states abstaining or voting against the initiative in the biggest fall in support for Ukraine-related resolutions since the start of the war. The West must take responsibility for its global polluting activity – that’s the call at the COP27 UN climate change conference with Africa blaming industrialized nations for today’s climate crisis on the continent. — Back to top
Ukraine bans journalists for reporting from Kherson, which has been locked down by Kiev’s military. Meanwhile, an anti-Russian purge leads to some people being harassed and abused there. ‘A killer being first to show up at a crime scene’ – that’s what Türkiye has called Washington’s condolences over the deadly terror attack in Istanbul, which Ankara blames on allegedly US-backed Kurdish militants. The US President gets friendly with his Chinese counterpart, despite Joe Biden earlier pledging to act tough with Xi Jinping over so-called ‘red lines’ in relations between the rival countries. — Back to top
The stage is set for the G20 conference in Indonesia with the Russian Foreign Minister in attendance. Western powers are reportedly preparing to snub Moscow at the forum, amid growing divisions over the Ukraine crisis. RT follows the Russian army in their relentless artillery duels with Ukrainian troops, as Moscow repels Kiev’s attacks on the Donbass frontline. The African farming industry buckles under price pressure, as the continent is forced to use expensive Western fertilizers to replace sanctioned Russian supplies, leaving local farmers in desperation. Life may not be so sweet for many, as India cuts sugar export quotas to ensure its own food security amid a world food crisis. — Back to top
At least six people are killed and more than 50 wounded as a powerful blast rocks a crowded central street in Istanbul. Western policies are trying to weaponize the region. That’s the warning to Asian and Pacific countries from Russia’s foreign minister, as the ASEAN summit wraps up. A peace deal after two years of violence achieved through dialogue. Officials from Ethiopia and the Tigray region agree on a ceasefire and open the door to humanitarian aid. — Back to top
US President Joe Biden’s Democratic Party is expected to clinch control of the Senate following midterm elections, but the extremely narrow margin of the ‘vote count’ shows a country that’s highly divided. Russia withdraws its troops from the city of Kherson amid fears that Ukrainian attacks on a local dam could cause catastrophic flooding. Russia and India focus on energy stability and a multi-polar approach to global security, as Moscow hosts the Indian foreign minister for key talks. As the ongoing UN climate-change conference addresses rising pollution, Western countries come under fire for using Africa as a dumping ground for millions of tons of plastic. — Back to top
An RT crew joins Russian troops on the front line in the Ukrainian conflict as soldiers tell us there are many foreign mercenaries among Kiev’s forces. Developed nations push a green agenda at the UN climate summit in Egypt – but it comes while much of Africa suffers from energy poverty, unable to meet the needs of its population. The family of a Palestinian-American journalist fatally shot while covering West Bank protests in May, demand justice at the UN – accusing Israel of deliberately targeting the reporter. RT spoke to the brother of the late Shireen Abu Akleh. — Back to top
The West pushes its green agenda at the UN climate summit in Egypt, while much of Africa suffers from energy poverty, unable to meet the needs of its population. “The First Amendment at work” – that’s how a former US National Security Advisor responded to the detention and removal of a journalist who pressed him with questions on US war crimes. We discuss this case with the journalist himself. The US ambassador to Israel says Washington will fight the Jewish state’s attempts to annex the West Bank. That is despite the plan to build a building in the occupied territories that the Palestinians oppose. — Back to top
The Russian Defense Ministry says its troops have crossed the Dnieper River to take up defensive positions on the left bank of the waterway, following an announcement of strategic regrouping. A UN official admits she has no evidence, but says Russian soldiers were using Viagra to rape Ukrainians, revealing she was simply told this by Ukrainian officials. The leader of the Socialist Party of Zambia tells RT, Africa’s colonial past still hangs heavy on the continent and it’s holding it back. — Back to top
RT covers the activities of a Chechen battalion, which is defending Russian lines in the Lugansk Republic. COP27 hails the Western countries’ shift to atomic energy, despite their previous condemnation of African nations doing the very same thing – an initiative that could have provided Africa with reliable energy many years ago. Uganda’s president speaks out against Western powers that have been lecturing the East African country about its oil pipeline project with neighboring Tanzania. — Back to top
One civilian is killed, and another wounded after reports of ‘Ukrainian army shelling’ of houses and apartment buildings – causing heavy damage in the Donetsk Republic. With the ongoing UN climate-change conference addressing rising pollution levels Western countries come under fire for using Africa as a dumping ground for garbage. A couple of dead politicians have won elections in two US states, as their names were not removed from the ballots. US President Joe Biden refuses to change course on policy making, despite public frustration and approval ratings diving to new lows. — Back to top
Russia says it is withdrawing troops from the city of Kherson amid fears that Ukrainian attacks on a local dam could cause catastrophic flooding. As the UN climate conference addresses rising pollution, Western countries come under fire for using Africa as a dumping ground for millions of tons of plastic. US. President Joe Biden refuses to compromise on his controversial policymaking, despite public outrage leading to a burst of support for his political rivals in the midterm elections. High inflation rates and energy prices have led to a new round of protests in Greece and Belgium. Large Greek cities saw violent clashes between protesters and riot police. — Back to top
Russia says it’ll withdraw its troops from the regional capital of Kherson, amid fears Ukrainian shelling of a local dam, could lead to heavy losses from catastrophic flooding. President Biden vows to wield his veto powers to block legislation, if the rival Republicans gain full control of Congress. That’s despite claiming ahead of the midterms, the vote was a fight for democracy. Qatar lashes out at France for cozying up to the country, while at the same time allowing the publication of a controversial cartoon, depicting Qatari football players dressed as terrorists. — Back to top
Amid a forecast Republican majority in the US House of Representatives, US President Joe Biden, a Democrat, braces for what he calls “two horrible years” of political volatility. The African community sounds an alarm over violent extremism flourishing on social media with notorious terrorist groups recruiting young people via online platforms. Germany’s chancellor blames Russia – but not the Western sanctions spree – for his country turning to coal to fuel its economy. Africa’s largest gas exporter, Algeria, officially applies to join the BRICS economic bloc – the latest to seek membership after Argentina and Iran submitted their bids earlier this year. — Back to top
Russia and India focus on energy stability, as well as a multi-polar approach to global security as Moscow hosts India’s Foreign Minister for key talks. Americans take to the polls for crucial Midterm elections, with the country’s economic crisis the main concern for many while critics say the ruling Democrats are more worried about dishing out the big bucks to Ukraine. As Washington and the EU accuse each other of profiteering from the global energy crisis we investigate how US protectionism is alienating some of its allies in Europe and Asia. — Back to top
Americans gear up for the key midterm elections, with the country’s economic crisis the main concern for many, meanwhile for Democrats, military support for Ukraine overshadows domestic worries. Pakistan sees a fourth consecutive day of protests after an assassination attempt on former Prime Minister Imran Khan. Demonstrators flood the streets of Ghana’s capital demanding the president’s resignation and opposing negotiations with the IMF. That’s amid rising inflation and weakening currency in the country. — Back to top
New Twitter CEO Elon Musk publicly calls on voters to vote Republican in his twitter account, as he continues to defend free speech. Strengthening ties: as Russia becomes New Delhi’s top oil supplier, India’s foreign minister is set to visit Moscow to further boost bilateral relations. As Western countries push to use more electric cars, Africans are the ones doing the heavy lifting to keep those vehicles running and people in the Democratic Republic of the Congo say their miners are being exploited by the developed world. — Back to top
Strengthening ties: as Russia becomes New Delhi’s top oil supplier, India’s foreign minister is set to visit Moscow to further strengthen bilateral ties between the states. While Western countries pin hopes on the COP27 climate conference to switch to battery-powered electric vehicles, Congolese residents sound the alarm over injustice and unequal profits in the country’s cobalt mining industry. We speak to a French politician who denounced President Zelensky for following Washington’s hawkish policy path, reinforcing fears of prolonged conflict, already taking its toll on countries across Europe. — Back to top
A civilian is killed in the latest Ukrainian shelling of Russia’s Lugansk Republic. Russia rejoins the grain export deal after Ukraine promises it won’t use the humanitarian corridor for military purposes in the wake of a drone assault on Russia’s Black Sea fleet. Joe Biden denigrates Afghanistan and its population more than a year after America’s disastrous withdrawal. — Back to top
RT visits one of the residential areas targeted in the latest attacks by Ukrainian forces, as four people are reported injured during Saturday’s shelling of Donetsk. Russia rejoins the grain export deal as Ukraine promises it won’t use the humanitarian corridor for military purposes. While Moscow says its ready to deliver grain for free to low income countries, even if this deal doesn’t last. Moscow and Kiev conduct another prisoner swap, exchanging 107 captured soldiers from each side. Some of the Russian troops describe the abuse they witnessed in captivity. Thousands of people take to the streets across Pakistan to vent their anger at the attempted assassination of former Prime Minister Imran Khan. — Back to top
A school in the Russian city of Donetsk comes under Ukrainian shelling with locals reporting at least three explosions, allegedly caused by US-supplied weapons. Serbian officials in Kosovo resign in outrage over what they call a blatant discrimination of Serbs by local authorities. British military intelligence had plans to set up a group of Ukrainian saboteurs in Crimea to attack Russian targets. That’s according to leaked documents obtained by investigative news outlet The Grayzone. We hear from the website’s chief editor. — Back to top
Vladimir Putin slams Western countries for exploiting their former colonies in his latest remarks about the emerging world, as Russia celebrates its annual Unity Day. British military intelligence had plans to set up a group of Ukrainian partisans in Crimea to attack Russian targets. That’s according to leaked documents obtained by investigative news outlet The Grayzone. We hear from the website’s chief editor. Iran’s president shoots down a pledge by US President Joe Biden to bring Washington’s version of democracy to the Islamic republic, amid mass protests there. — Back to top
Vladimir Putin calls out Western countries for exploiting their former colonies in his latest take on global developments, as Russia celebrates its annual Unity Day. The International Energy Agency warns Europe of huge challenges in refilling its gas vaults – due to the EU’s sanctions against Russian fuel imports. Iran’s president shoots down Joe Biden’s pledge to bring Washington’s version of democracy to the Islamic country amid mass protests there. — Back to top
Moscow and Kiev conduct another prisoner swap, this time exchanging 107 captured soldiers from each side. Some of the Russian troops describe the abuse they witnessed in captivity. Hundreds of people gather outside a hospital in Pakistan to show support for former Prime Minister Imran Khan, who was wounded in an assassination attempt. Washington excludes the struggling West African nation of Burkina Faso from an extensive trade deal because it says there’s not enough democracy there. That’s as locals, facing a devastating jihadist insurgency, say they need a helping hand to survive, and it probably won’t be from the West. Disunity in NATO as member state Türkiye says it won’t allow Sweden and Finland into the bloc until they fulfil certain demands, despite pressure from the alliance’s leadership. — Back to top
Former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan’s party spokesperson accuses the sitting PM of involvement in the assassination attempt of Khan who was shot during a protest march. At least three civilians are wounded after Ukrainian forces shell the center of Donetsk city – that’s according to local authorities. We speak to the former Vice-Chancellor of Austria on the main challenges Europe is facing because of massive anti-Russian sanctions. — Back to top
A team of Italian journalists expose pieces of neo-Nazi regalia they’ve uncovered from former Ukrainian military positions in the Donbass. The Ethiopian government and the breakaway Tigray region finally reach a truce to end a bloody two-year conflict that has resulted in a humanitarian disaster. Kenya sends troops to the Democratic Republic of Congo to support the government’s fight against an infamous insurgent group. The UN says the global community has ignored the deteriorating situation there because it’s focused on the Ukraine conflict. As the UN warmly welcomes Russia rejoining the grain export deal, Ukraine slams the move as a ‘failure of Russian aggression’. — Back to top
Russia resumes participation in the Black Sea grain deal after Ukraine gives the necessary written guarantees that it will not use the corridor for military purposes. India says it has no moral concerns about buying oil from Russia, claiming the US media is simply whipping up hysteria over the issue. That’s as Russia becomes the country’s largest oil supplier. The Canadian online video platform Rumble blocks its French users after it rejects demands by Paris to censor Russian media outlets. — Back to top
Protesters set UN trucks on fire in the Democratic Republic of Congo amid claims that peacekeepers’ vehicles have been transporting insurgents near the Rwandan border. An RT crew in South Africa ventures into a colonial-era gold mine currently used by locals desperate to make ends meet. A recent poll shows that 80% of Americans believe their country is “out of control,” just a week before the critical US midterm elections, as the Democrats fear they might lose their dominance in the federal government. — Back to top
Serbia’s President puts the country on high alert after unidentified drones reportedly entered the country’s airspace and passed over military bases near Kosovo. Japan retains its stake in a Russian-led energy project as it deals with skyrocketing inflation, and becomes the first G-7 member to jump off the anti-Russian sanctions track. Vladimir Putin accuses Kiev of posing a threat to the ‘Black sea grain corridor’ as Moscow again slams Ukraine for using the passageway to launch military attacks. — Back to top
Putin calls the sabotage of the Nord Stream pipeline an ‘obvious act of terrorism’ after Russia is finally allowed to examine the site of the explosions. South Africa’s president lashes out at the US embassy for causing panic about a potential terrorist attack that never occurred. Beijing warns that Washington’s reported plans to permanently station nuclear-capable bombers in Australia could spark a new arms race. — Back to top