Combat work of artillery units and Orlan-30 UAV crews (video by Russian MoD)

During the execution of firing tasks, airborne units equipped with 120mm self-propelled 2C9 Nona guns destroyed an enemy reconnaissance group.

Target reconnaissance and guidance were carried out by the crew of an Orlan-30 unmanned aerial vehicle.

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⚡️ Erdogan holds telephone talks with Putin

During the conversation, it was noted that the support of the Turkish people opens up additional prospects for expanding cooperation. Putin emphasized Erdogan's significant contribution to the development of Russian-Turkish relations in a constructive and mutually beneficial manner. Erdogan, for his part, confirmed his readiness to continue working on the entire relevant agenda and agreed to continue personal contacts.

❗️Following the escalation of the situation in Kosovo, Serbian president Vucic has stated that Pristina's goal is to provoke a confrontation between Serbia and NATO

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🗣️”Republicans and Democrats are battling each other, and who's going to lose the American people, especially those in the lower socio-economic tiers of our society, those who really need some type of assistance in order to just lead a normal life, in order to pay for things that are necessary, those inelastic goods that people need to survive, those are going to be in jeopardy”: Dr. Colin Campbell, DC senior news correspondent, on the consequences of the power struggle between Republicans and Democrats

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What are Anti-Drone systems and how do they work?

The NATO-Russia proxy conflict in Ukraine has demonstrated the significance of drones in modern warfare, with unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) used by both sides for reconnaissance, targeting and kamikaze attacks.

What are the four main kinds of anti-drone defenses? What are the advantages and disadvantages of each?

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Venezuela wants to become part of BRICS

"If they ask Venezuela whether we want to join the BRICS at some point — Venezuela says yes, we would like to be part of the BRICS and take part in the construction of this new architecture and global policy," Maduro said at a press conference, following his meeting with Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva.

BRICS, formed by five powerful countries, is transforming into a big magnet for those who want another world based on peace and cooperation, the president added.

Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva said on Monday that he is in favor of the possibility of Venezuela joining BRICS.

"If you ask what I think, then I will tell you that I am in favor of this," Lula said at a press conference, following his meeting with Maduro, answering a relevant question.

At the same time, such initiatives should be coordinated by all countries, Lula added.

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Serbian tennis player Novak Djokovic, after winning a match at Roland Garros tournament, wrote on a camera where players traditionally leave autographs: “Kosovo is the heart of Serbia. Stop the violence." "Kosovo is our home, our stronghold," he told reporters explaining his act.

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Russia pays coupons on eurobonds in rubles maturing in 2026, 2036

The paying agent for Eurobonds — NCO JSC National Settlement Depository — received funds to pay coupon income in the amount of 5.7 billion rubles ($70.7 million) for 2026, and 2.3 billion rubles for 2036, The Russian Finance Ministry said in a statement.


"Thus, the obligations to service Russian government securities were fulfilled by the Russian Ministry of Finance in full," the ministry added.

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Taiwan's navy to receive 4th Tuo Chiang corvette in June

A total of 11 such ships are to be built for the Taiwanese navy by the end of 2026, a Taiwanese state news agency reported.

The corvette is 60.4 meters (198 feet) long and 14 meters wide, with a maximum speed of 30 knots and a displacement of 685 tonnes. The ship is armed with eight Hsiung Feng-III supersonic anti-ship missiles, eight Hsiung Feng-II subsonic anti-ship missiles, a 76 mm cannon and Tien-Chien II air defense missiles.

Taiwan's Lungteh Shipbuilding is involved in the production of the Tuo Chiang corvettes.

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Ghanaian Researcher Studies Microbial Pigment That Can Improve Human Health

🇬🇭 Osman Kanwugu, a Ghanaian PhD candidate at Ural Federal University (URFU) in Russia, is among the researchers who have recently explored the various biological and health benefits of astaxanthin – a naturally occurring carotenoid pigment found in marine organisms – beyond its pigment properties.

"So that's to say it has outstanding antioxidant properties, also research has shown, that it has some neuroprotective properties, it has skin rejuvenating properties, it's good for the eyes and stuff like this," Kanwugu said in an interview with Sputnik Africa

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Iran to present new hypersonic missile soon - IRGC

"The tests of this [hypersonic] missile have been conducted and it will be demonstrated soon," a Iranian news agency quoted him as saying.

The commander added that the new missile can fly at a speed of 12-15 Mach (8,893-11,116 miles per hour), is maneuverable both inside and outside the atmosphere and is capable of targeting enemy missile defense systems.

In November 2022, Tehran said it had developed the first national hypersonic ballistic missile. The United States said at the time that it was "skeptical" of Iran's reports.

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🇳🇬 🇷🇺 'Formidable Engagement Synergy' Between Russia & Africa Needed, Nigerian CEO States

Despite the inherent challenges associated with global politics, it is essential to build bridges and create a "formidable engagement synergy" between Russia and African countries, including Nigeria, the continent's top oil producer, Adekunle Patrick Adedeji, CEO of the Nigerian company Fitzpatrick Energy and Logistics Ltd., told Sputnik Africa in an interview.

🗣 "Like you know, Nigeria is the seventh-largest producer of crude oil on the global stage and of course, Russia is the second. Now there's a need for us to build a formidable engagement synergy to be able to actualize our dream," said Adekunle. "Russia is a great nation, is a superpower. We have a lot to learn from you. You have a lot to learn from us as well. Like I said, synergy."

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