Tag: Black Sea

Russian warship Victor Veliky.
DEFENCE

Russian warship Victor Veliky has commenced its trials in the Gulf of Finland

Russia’s latest Project 22160 patrol vessel, Victor Veliky, has commenced essential sea trials in the Gulf of Finland. This ship, the newest member of the Project 22160 class, is anticipated to enhance the capabilities of the Russian Black Sea Fleet upon the completion of its trials. Photographs of the vessel’s departure were shared on February 12, 2025, by the “Ship in Art” community, featuring contributions … Continue reading Russian warship Victor Veliky has commenced its trials in the Gulf of Finland

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DEFENCE

Russian Tu-95 bombers undertake an 8-hour operation over strategic maritime areas

Two Russian Tu-95MS strategic bombers from the long-range aviation division conducted a scheduled mission over the neutral waters of the Sea of Okhotsk and the Japan Sea, with the flight duration exceeding eight hours. The operation, which comprised several phases, was accompanied by Russian Su-35S and Su-30SM fighter jets from the Russian Aerospace Forces, ensuring air dominance and security. During parts of the flight, foreign … Continue reading Russian Tu-95 bombers undertake an 8-hour operation over strategic maritime areas

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Russian President Vladimir Putin shakes hands with Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico during a meeting in Moscow, Russia.
DIPLOMACY

Putin meets with Slovakia’s Prime Minister as the gas agreement with Ukraine nears its end

Russian President Vladimir Putin held a meeting with Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico at the Kremlin on Sunday, marking a rare occasion for a European Union leader to visit Moscow as the contract permitting Russian gas transit through Ukraine approaches its expiration. Slovakia relies heavily on gas that flows through Ukraine and has intensified efforts to secure these supplies beyond 2025, while simultaneously criticizing Ukrainian … Continue reading Putin meets with Slovakia’s Prime Minister as the gas agreement with Ukraine nears its end

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DISPUTES

Russian intelligence asserts that Western nations are planning to take control of Ukraine

The Russian Foreign Intelligence Service (SVR) has alleged that Western nations are covertly strategizing to occupy Ukraine and stabilize the conflict with Russia by sending tens of thousands of purported peacekeepers to the region. In a statement released on Friday, the agency referenced intelligence reports indicating that NATO is increasingly inclined to cease hostilities along the existing front lines. This shift comes as both the … Continue reading Russian intelligence asserts that Western nations are planning to take control of Ukraine

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DIPLOMACY

Erdogan vowed to enhance trade ties between Türkiye and Russia following his talks with Putin

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has committed to enhancing trade relations between Türkiye and Russia following a conversation with Russian President Vladimir Putin on Sunday. In a statement issued after their discussion, Erdogan’s office indicated that the two leaders addressed “bilateral relations between Türkiye and Russia, as well as various regional and global matters.” Erdogan expressed his intention to “advance cooperation between Türkiye and Russia … Continue reading Erdogan vowed to enhance trade ties between Türkiye and Russia following his talks with Putin

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TOP STORIES

Why Turkey wants BRICS membership and close relations with Russia?

Several factors influence the relationship between Tayyip Erdogan and Vladimir Putin, who are scheduled to meet on Wednesday in Russia during the BRICS summit, an event that has piqued Turkey’s interest as a NATO member. CAUTIOUS ADMIRATION The dynamics between the Turkish and Russian leaders, both of whom have been in power for an extended period, can be strained at times. However, they have consistently … Continue reading Why Turkey wants BRICS membership and close relations with Russia?

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DISPUTES

Russian forces seized the eastern Ukrainian town of Vuhledar

Russian forces have fully seized the eastern Ukraine‘s town of Vuhledar, a stronghold that had withstood heavy assaults since the onset of the 2022 conflict, according to reports from Russian war bloggers and media on Wednesday. Videos shared on Russian Telegram channels showed troops raising the Russian tricolor flag over the ruins of the town. Once home to more than 14,000 residents, Vuhledar has suffered … Continue reading Russian forces seized the eastern Ukrainian town of Vuhledar

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