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A Russian drone crashed into a residential building in eastern Romania, injuring two people and prompting a strong reaction from Romania and NATO. The incident has raised fears that the war in Ukraine could spill over into neighboring NATO countries.
Japanese officials from METI and the Foreign Ministry visited Russia this week to discuss protecting assets of Japanese companies amid the Russia-Ukraine conflict. The talks, one of the few diplomatic exchanges since the war began, aim to prevent asset seizures and ensure smooth operations for Japanese businesses.
Iran announced it will use the Moscow Security Conference this week as a key platform to advocate for multilateralism in international relations. The move comes as Tehran seeks to broaden its diplomatic influence amid ongoing Western sanctions.
Russia's State Duma passed a law allowing trained bank employees to use jammers and weapons to shoot down Ukrainian drones. The bill aims to protect Central Bank facilities amid escalating UAV attacks. It still requires Senate approval and Putin's signature.
Russian President Vladimir Putin will witness the signing of an agreement to build a nuclear power plant in Kazakhstan during his visit this week. The deal outlines basic parameters for the project, advancing energy ties between the two neighbors. Kazakhstan is a top uranium producer but lacks operational nuclear plants.
Russia has accused the US of violating the UN Headquarters Agreement by denying a visa to Deputy Foreign Minister Alexander Alimov for a Security Council meeting. Ambassador Vassily Nebenzia said the refusal also disrespected China, which chairs the Security Council this month. The incident occurs as US-Russia tensions ease amid Trump’s push to end the Ukraine war.
Germany, the Netherlands, Norway and the European Union have summoned Russian ambassadors after Moscow warned foreigners and diplomats to leave Kyiv due to new airstrike threats. The EU called the move an unacceptable escalation, while Germany said it would not be intimidated and vowed continued support for Ukraine.
A senior Iranian official, Bagheri, has arrived in Moscow for the International Security Forum, a key event focusing on regional and global security cooperation. The visit underscores growing Iran-Russia ties in defense and security, with discussions expected on counterterrorism, cybersecurity, and regional stability.
Bilateral trade between Russia and Iran surged more than 20% in 2025 compared to the previous year, according to a Russian official. The growth reflects deepening cooperation in energy, transport, and agriculture, driven by recent deals and corridor usage. Moscow highlights a positive trend despite potential variations in detailed statistics.
