Russia & CIS Politics News Monitoring

Donald Trump caves in as key Ukraine deal slashed to a third after White House bust-up

Donald Trump appears to have scaled back the size of his demand for Ukraine to pay back aid as part of talks for an economic deal, a report has claimed. Washington is pushing Kyiv to share the profits of future investments in minerals and infrastructure as …

SSU uncovers Russian spy network plotting terror attacks in four Ukrainian regions

Counterintelligence officers of the Security Service of Ukraine (SSU) have simultaneously detained nine agents of Russia’s FSB, who were operating in central and eastern Ukraine and preparing terrorist attacks and sabotage missions. Among those detained …

Iran’s right to enrich uranium isn’t negotiable, Foreign Minister says

Open this photo in gallery:Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi is pictured in Beirut, Lebanon, in 2024.Mohamed Azakir/Reuters Iran’s right to enrich uranium is not negotiable, Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi said on Wednesday ahead of a second round …

Russian, South African foreign ministers meet in Moscow

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov on Wednesday met with his South African counterpart Ronald Lamola in Moscow for the 18th meeting of the Mixed Intergovernmental Committee on Trade and Economic Cooperation, serving as South Africa’s co-chair of the …

White House hits out at 'appalling' attempt to return wrongly deported immigrant from El Salvador

16 April 2025, 23:32 The White House raged about the 'appalling' attempt to return Mr Garcia. Picture: Getty The White House called the man an 'illegal alien terrorist' after the Democrats attempted to return the wrongly deported immigrant …

Fallon's Town Talk: Martin boxes clever but time will deliver verdict on White House visit

Micheál Martin’s visit to the White House was a throwback to the time when League of Ireland clubs played in the old European Cup and would meet a continental powerhouse. A draw or even a narrow defeat against the champions of Italy, Germany or Spain was …

Iran's foreign minister Abbas Araqchi to visit India in May

Iran's foreign minister Abbas Araqchi is planning to visit India in early May amid intense negotiations with the United States on normalising relations. On his maiden visit to India in his current capacity, Araqchi will also discuss steps to increase …

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Opposition Leader Peter Dutton trade barbs in mid-campaign showdown

The leaders covered everything from housing to international relations, amid moments of humility and thinly veiled hostility. Dutton admitted he was wrong after claiming the Indonesian leader had announced Russia had asked to station aircraft in the …

Nigeria, Niger foreign ministers meet for security talks

Niger's Foreign Minister Bakary Yaou Sangare hosted his Nigerian counterpart for talks in Niamey - Copyright POOL/AFP Pavel Bednyakov The foreign ministers of Nigeria and Niger held talks Wednesday on cross-border security, terrorism and economic …

Serbia's parliament appoints Djuro Macut as Prime Minister

FILE PHOTO: Serbia's Prime Minister-designate Djuro Macut presents a plan for the new government to parliament members in Belgrade, Serbia, April 15, 2025. REUTERS/Stringer/File Photo BELGRADE - Serbia's parliament on Wednesday approved …

One on One with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov

European Union names seven 'safe' countries in plan to fast-track migrant deportations

Moreover, asylum applications by migrants coming from countries that are candidates to join the EU – Albania, Bosnia, Georgia, Moldova, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Serbia and Turkey – would also be accelerated.

US tariffs to reach 245% on certain goods from China, not on all its imports — White House

WASHINGTON, April 16. /TASS/. The US administration may impose tariffs of up to 245% on certain goods from China, not on all supplies from the country to the United States, the press service of the White House wrote on social network X. Media …

Ukrainians roll eyes at Witkoff, reject border changes

“This all is Ukraine’s right under international law, not just a wish list” Tykhyi added. “Russia has no right to dictate anything to Ukraine. It’s an aggression, where there’s a state that was attacked and the attacker state. There should not be …

Trump extends US sanctions on Russian ships for another year

U.S. President Donald Trump has extended sanctions on Russian and Russian-affiliated vessels, according to a U.S. Federal Register document released on April 15 and scheduled for publication on April 17. Trump has "been continually frustrated" …

'Significant progress' — Ukraine, US to conclude minerals deal in 'near future,' Deputy PM says

U.S. and Ukrainian negotiators have made "significant progress" in talks on a minerals deal, which will be concluded in the "near future," Deputy Prime Minister and Economy Minister Yuliia Svyrydenko said on April 16. "Our …

Russia’s Arming For Space War I, Targeting SpaceX Satellite Systems

As Russia deploys its advanced Su-34 bomber jets to seek out and obliterate SpaceX Starlink ... More terminals across besieged Ukraine, it is also developing an arsenal of weaponry aimed at winning a future space war with the West. AFP PHOTO / POOL …

The Doctor Is In: Serbia's Vucic Taps Endocrinologist To Treat Political Pressure

Djuro Macut became the most searched name in Serbia on April 6 after President Aleksandar Vucic nominated him for the position of prime minister. "I believe he will bring a different kind of discourse into our public life and help ease tensions. I …

US Secretary of State Rubio heads to Paris to meet Macron for talks on Ukraine

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio speaks to the media during a refueling stop at Shannon Airport in Shannon, Ireland, March 12, 2025. SAUL LOEB / VIA REUTERS US Secretary of State Marco Rubio will meet French leaders in Paris on Thursday, April 17, to …

FEUSA’s Pat Soldano, Brownstein’s Mark Warren Speak at Sonoma Authors Festival on Importance Family Businesses

Over 25 Well-Known Authors, including Isabel Allende and Michael Connelly, Discuss Successful Writing, Business of Writing, and Today’s Top Issues WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, April 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Pat Soldano, President of …

MatchAwards Welcomes Digital Marketing Expert Fredrick Muriithi as an Economic Development Organization (EDO) Partner

MERU, MERU, KENYA, April 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- MatchAwards, the cutting-edge ITO-powered economic development platform, is redefining how businesses, governments, and investors connect to funding and growth opportunities. Fueled by the …

Akelos Receives Australian Patent Allowance on Lead Compound, AKE-1018

Akelos -1018 for Chronic Neuropathic Pain NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, April 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Akelos Receives Australian Patent Allowance on Lead Compound, AKE-1018 Patent Covers Inventions Licensed from Weill Cornell Medicine …

Benjamin Casad’s Debut Book Challenges the Illusion of Democracy

ORLANDO, FL, UNITED STATES, April 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Benjamin Casad doesn’t write to provoke. He writes because silence, in his eyes, is no longer an option. In The Last True President, Casad lays bare a portrait of America on the …

Decision Lens Appoints Steve Tolbert as President to Drive Operational Excellence and Fuel Strategic Growth

ARLINGTON, VA, UNITED STATES, April 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Decision Lens, the leading provider of integrated planning software for government agencies, is pleased to announce the appointment of Steve Tolbert as President. A proven …

USHBC Urges Congress & President Trump to Secure a National Mall Location for the National Museum of the American Latino

WASHINGTON DC, DC, UNITED STATES, April 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The United States Hispanic Business Council (USHBC) proudly endorses the Smithsonian National Museum of the American Latino Act, a bipartisan effort led by Representatives …

EMS Leaders Unite Behind 'Six Minutes to Live' to Drive Lifesaving Change in Communities

Free virtual summit features powerful new film and expert panel urging EMS leaders to act faster, lead better, and save more lives from cardiac arrest. ALBANY, NY, UNITED STATES, April 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Just over a year after NFL …

Sheikh Tahnoon in Washington: UAE-US relations reimagined for the 21st century with technology at the core

Sheikh Tahnoon bin Zayed, the United Arab Emirates’ national security adviser and a central figure in its tech and security landscape, visited Washington for high-level engagement with President Donald Trump’s team late last month, signaling a …

Three issues to watch in Trump’s emerging Iran policy approach

The biggest recent development to emerge from the still-evolving Middle East policy of President Donald Trump’s second administration was the initiation of talks between the United States and Iran in Oman last Saturday, with the next round reportedly on …

Bexar County Commissioner Tommy Calvert Celebrates Topping Out Ceremony for University Health Retama Hospital

SELMA, TX, UNITED STATES, April 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On Monday, April 14, 2025, Bexar County Commissioner Tommy Calvert Jr. wrote “Finally!” and signed his name on the final steel beam for a 450-million-dollar county hospital he worked …

Alona Lebedieva: Ukrzaliznytsia Doesn’t Need New Tariffs, It Needs Smarter Asset Management

KYIV, UKRAINE, April 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine has adopted Resolution No. 399, which allows JSC “Ukrzaliznytsia” to independently sell decommissioned property if its book value does not exceed UAH 500 …

GovPilot Named to 2025 GovTech 100 List, Celebrated for Driving Government Innovation and Community Impact

GovPilot named to the 2025 GovTech 100 for the 8th year, recognized for helping local governments deliver smarter, faster, community-first services. MANASQUAN, NJ, UNITED STATES, April 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- GovPilot, a leading provider …

HII Hosts Secretary of the Navy at Newport News Shipbuilding

NEWPORT NEWS, Va., April 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- HII (NYSE: HII) hosted the secretary of the Navy at its Newport News Shipbuilding division Wednesday for a tour of the shipyard, meetings with company leadership, and direct interactions with …

APA, NCPA Cheer First-Of-Its-Kind State Law Banning PBMs from Owning Pharmacies

Alexandria, Va., April 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- In a significant victory for patients and community pharmacies in Arkansas, Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders signed HB 1150 into law today. This is groundbreaking legislation that prohibits state permits to …

Canadian Institute for Historical Education Launches Campaign about Restoring the Legacy of Historical Figures

#ContextMatters campaign comes during pivotal federal election season when Canadian sovereignty is under siege and patriotism on the rise. TORONTO, CANADA, April 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Canadian Institute for Historical Education ( …

Power Grids, Hospitals, and 911 Systems at Risk as CVE Funding Expires

Loss of CVE program would cripple vulnerability coordination across critical infrastructure, raising the risk of cyberattacks with life-threatening consequences COLUMBUS, OH, UNITED STATES, April 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Matt Santill, …

Enhancing Security in BiH: OSCE ILP Project Delivers Tangible Results

Since its launch in September 2022, the OSCE Mission to Bosnia and Herzegovina’s (Mission) project Enhancing Intelligence-led Policing to Combat Serious Security Threats and Crimes (ILP) has made significant strides in supporting law enforcement agencies …

OSCE High Commissioner on National Minorities Christophe Kamp visits Ukraine, reiterates support for legislative and ...

OSCE High Commissioner Christophe Kamp visited Ukraine between 6 and 12 April, where he met with a wide range of interlocutors, including representatives of the government, local authorities, national minority communities, civil society and the …

A Red Circle Opens Creative Spot in Ferguson: A Youth Arts & Wellness Center Rooted in Restoration

As Ferguson nears 10 years of reflection, youth open a joyful new space for art, healing, and leadership with a public celebration May 2–3. FERGUSON, MO, UNITED STATES, April 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As the 10-year anniversary of the …

America’s Silent Inheritance: The Hidden $150 Trillion Asset No One Told You About

WASHINGTON, April 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- For more than 160 years, it sat untouched. Not because it was lost—but because the public was never able to access it. Now, in a series of revelations that are only beginning to surface, former CIA advisor and …