WHO confirms 48 deaths, 321 cases of Ebola disease in DRC
As of 1 June, Uganda reported nine confirmed cases and one associated death
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Rising number of Europeans likely to move to Russia — expert
Alexander Stefanesko pointed out that the relocation process usually takes two to three years
Russia’s victory to ensure full protection for Zaporozhye nuke plant — facility’s chief
According to Yury Chernichuk, all necessary measures have been taken to ensure the plant’s safety
FSB exposes scheme of wiretapping high-ranking Russian officials
The installation of spyware onto the phones of high-ranking Russian officials became one of the largest operations by foreign special services, an FSB operative said
Society & Culture
Putin congratulates Russian border guards on their professional holiday
The president lauded "the courage and fortitude of the border guards who, 85 years ago, in June 1941, engaged in combat with the Nazis" and "in those very first hours,…
Russian Politics & Diplomacy
Tigers that Russia gifted to Kazakhstan to be released into wild soon — Putin
According to the Russian president, Russian and Kazakhstani scientists are working together at the Ile-Balkhash State Nature Reserve to adapt and acclimate the animals
Business & Economy
Court fines DeviantArt $48,900 for refusal to delete banned information
The access to the online platform was limited in 2021 by the decision of Russian watchdog Roskomnadzor
Society & Culture
Nicaragua offers condolences to Putin over deadly Ukrainian attack on Starobelsk
Co-Presidents of Nicaragua Daniel Ortega and Rosario Murillo noted that "the criminal Fascism seeks to promote evil and destruction"
Society & Culture
Russian Orthodox Church slams Metropolitan Hilarion’s detention as provocation
Deputy Chairman of the Moscow Patriarchate’s External Church Relations Department Igor Vyzhanov emphasized that the use of such underhanded tactics by Russia’s opponents reveals their weakness
Society & Culture
Booby-trapped ship arriving in Ust-Luga from Belgium was rigged in haste — expert
Alexey Malyshev assessed that the explosives were probably planted when the ship was sitting higher in the water
Society & Culture
Captain confirms two mines planted near stern of Arrhenius vessel calling at Ust-Luga
According to Igor Loy, his ship operates between the ports of Ust-Luga and Antwerp
Russian Politics & Diplomacy
Attacks on Energodar infrastructure pose risks to Zaporozhye NPP operation — engineer
Such attacks could lead to a major man-made disaster with consequences extending far beyond the region, Alexander Uvarov said
Society & Culture
Detailing thwarted terrorist attack on gas tanker arriving from Belgium at Ust-Luga port
During an underwater inspection of part of the gas carrier’s hull, divers discovered foreign objects attached to magnets near the engine room that resembled explosive devices
Society & Culture
What is known about Metropolitan Hilarion’s detention in Czech Republic
According to Metropolitan Hilarion’s attorney Michal Pacovsky, his client is suspected of drug possession
Society & Culture
Metropolitan Hilarion slams his detention in Czech Republic as provocation
Metropolitan Hilarion categorically denies any involvement in the illegal possession of prohibited substances
Society & Culture
Magnetic mines planted on vessel that arrived at Russia’s Ust-Luga port from Belgium — FSB
According to Russia’s Federal Security Service, the explosive devices were attached in the area of the engine room
Society & Culture
Russian security services thwart terrorist attack aboard ship arriving from Belgium — FSB
The Arrhenius gas carrier was supposed to to be loaded and then head to the Turkish port of Samsun
Society & Culture
French opera singer Coffinier-Barry seeks Russian citizenship
The French artist stated that his family members opposed his choice, while his "heart" prompted him to make such a decision
Ebola virus outbreak
Potential death toll from Ebola outbreak in DR Congo tops 200
A total of 204 probable deaths and 867 probable infection cases were registered, the Ministry of Communication and Media says
Society & Culture
INTERVIEW: UN deputy chief impressed by Kazan forum, Moscow
Moratinos added that he took the opportunity to speak with Muslim religious leaders in Russia, as he also serves as the UN Special Envoy on Combating Islamophobia
Society & Culture
Putin sends condolences to Xi Jinping over deadly mine accident
The Russian president asked the Chinese leader to convey his sympathy and support to the families of those killed and his wishes for a swift recovery to those injured
Society & Culture
WHO reports over 8,500 global attacks on health facilities since 2018 — director general
"Attacks on health care have become the 'new normal' of conflict," WHO Director General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said
Society & Culture
Over 80% of Russians trust Putin — poll
The majority also endorsed of the president’s job performance
World
Japan reports record-low birth rate in 2024, ministry reveals
Birth rates in Japan have been shrinking for a ninth consecutive year
Culture
Putin expresses condolences over passing of composer Eugen Doga
"Eugen Doga’s unique art and his educational and charitable activities are a bright page in our multiethnic history," the Russian president emphasized
Society & Culture
Police in Russia’s Chelyabinsk Region eliminate lab producing 500 kg of drugs monthly
Police officers discovered the illegal lab in a private house in the Kartalinsky District of the Chelyabinsk Region
Society & Culture
Yura Borisov may star in Luca Guadagnino’s new film — magazine
The production is expected to begin this summer in San Francisco, California
Society & Culture
Zimbabwe issues permits to cull 50 elephants in nature reserve
According to the media, the Save Valley Conservancy in southern Zimbabwe is home to approximately 2,550 elephants, whereas it has a "carrying capacity" of 800 elephants