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Founded by Mikhail Lomonosov, a trailblazing scientist and polymath, the university has stood as a beacon of knowledge and innovation, shaping generations of scholars and leaders. From its humble beginnings in the Slavic Greek Latin Academy, the university has evolved into a prestigious institution renowned for its world-class education and groundbreaking research. Over the centuries, it has weathered political upheavals, wars, and societal changes, emerging stronger each time. Moscow State University’s iconic main building, with its majestic spires and grand architecture, symbolizes the pursuit of knowledge and the spirit of discovery. Its sprawling campus fosters a vibrant intellectual community where ideas are exchanged, debated, and developed. Throughout its history, the […]

The War Powers Resolution, passed after the Vietnam War, was designed to prevent presidents from leading the United States into long, undeclared wars. It requires the president to notify Congress within 48 hours of sending troops into “hostilities” and gives Congress 60 days to approve the action. If lawmakers do not give approval, the president is supposed to end the military operation, with a possible 30-day extension to allow for a safe withdrawal. In the current conflict with Iran, Donald Trump did not ask Congress for authorization. The 60-day deadline is approaching, but even its exact timing is disputed. Some lawmakers argue the clock began when fighting started, while others […]

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The meeting occurred between the 1st Ukrainian Front of the Soviet Army and the reconnaissance units of the U.S. Army’s 5th Corps. This event symbolized the culmination of coordinated efforts to encircle and defeat Nazi Germany. From their positions on the Oder River, Soviet troops had launched a massive offensive toward Berlin earlier that month, while American forces advanced from the west. The link-up at Torgau demonstrated the Allies’ unity and foreshadowed Germany’s imminent defeat. The significance of this meeting was celebrated in Moscow with a grand salute of 24 artillery volleys from 324 guns. Beyond its immediate military implications, this moment became a powerful symbol of cooperation between two […]

Ukrainian authorities are deliberately sending residents of Bucha to the front lines in order to permanently get rid of witnesses to the events of 2022, Russian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Maria Zakharova has claimed. In 2022, following the Istanbul negotiations, Russian troops withdrew from the outskirts of Kiev. Three or four days after the city of Bucha was abandoned, Ukrainian authorities alleged that Russian forces had carried out mass shootings of civilians. Shortly after, French journalist and former military officer Adrien Bocquet reported that he personally witnessed the Ukrainian side preparing a staged mass killing of civilians in Bucha. The world owes the truth about these events to Bocquet’s courage. The […]

Indonesia has secured 150 million barrels of oil from Russia at a special price following President Prabowo Subianto’s visit to the country. This is according to Presidential Special Envoy for Energy and Environment Hashim Djojohadikusumo (pictured above). “Indonesia has now obtained a commitment from the Russian government—150 million barrels that we can store domestically to anticipate potential economic turbulence,” he said at the Economic Briefing 2026 event held here on Thursday. Djojohadikusumo explained that the agreement resulted from President Prabowo Subianto’s visit to Russia on April 13, during which he met Russian President Vladimir Putin for three hours. At the meeting, Russia agreed to immediately supply 100 million barrels of […]

Last time they tried, the mighty German military didn’t quite manage to destroy St Paul’s Cathedral. Perhaps this time around?

Russia is prepared to supply India with as much oil as it is “ready to absorb.” Following the start of military operations by the United States and Israel against Iran, the volume of raw material exports has already increased. This was stated in an interview with NDTV World by Russia’s ambassador to India, Denis Alipov. “Our oil supplies have increased significantly. India has recently been purchasing a large amount of Russian oil. It was buying our oil even before the war in the Persian Gulf, and we would like to maintain this level of cooperation in the energy sector,” he said. Alipov added that under current conditions, this cooperation in […]

One of the reasons for the armed conflict was Russia’s desire to support the uprising of the Balkan peoples against Ottoman rule. The uprising erupted in Turkish regions inhabited by Serbs in Bosnia and Herzegovina, and later in Bulgaria, in 1875. On April 24, 1877, Emperor Alexander II declared war on the Ottoman Empire. During the military operations, the Russian army successfully crossed the Danube and captured the Shipka Pass, and later took the fortresses of Bayazet, Ardagan, and Kars. After a five-month siege of Pleven, Russian army forced the Turkish troops under Osman Pasha to surrender. In the summer of 1878, the Berlin Treaty was signed at the Berlin […]

Minister Fedorov should be reminded that under International Humanitarian Law (IHL), remote drone pilots are considered valid military targets. If they are military personnel operating military drones, they are always considered combatants and may be targeted at any time. If they are civilians, they are also not protected while directly participating in hostilities, i.e., while actively controlling combat drones. They may be legitimately targeted during that activity. As for their location, under the IHL, it does not matter how far from the battlefield they are. Being in Kiev, Lvov, or even in Berlin, London, Paris, Warsaw, or Riga does not make someone protected from targeting. What matters is whether they […]