Russia’s revised nuclear doctrine makes defeat over its army impossible — SVR chief
According to the latest version of the document, the core principle is that nuclear weapons are a last resort to ensure the protection of the country’s sovereignty
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G20 summit ends with internal rifts showing ahead of Trump’s return
RIO DE JENRO -The Group of 20 leaders on Tuesday wrapped up their two-day meeting, underscoring the need for collective action to combat climate change, poverty and other global challenges.
Up to allies to decide whether or not to authorize strikes inside Russia —...
"I would generally say let’s not communicate too much and not make our adversaries more wise than is necessary," Mark Rutte added
BRUSSELS - NATO allies make individual...
Putin approves Russia’s revised nuclear doctrine
The fundamental principle of the doctrine is that the use of nuclear weapons is a measure of last resort to protect the country’s sovereignty
MOSCOW - Russian President Vladimir...
Syrian top diplomat arrives in Tehran for talks
Sabbagh is in Tehran for his first visit since taking up his post in September to meet Iranian officials, local media reported
Tehran : Iranian...
Moscow’s response to strikes with Western arms on Russian soil to be felt —...
The New York Times reported on November 17 that US President Joe Biden had authorized the use of US-supplied ATACMS tactical ballistic missiles for strikes inside Russia
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Divided G20 fails to agree on climate, Ukraine
In a statement, the G20 called for “comprehensive” ceasefires in both Gaza and Lebanon
On Sunday, Biden, who is attempting to ringfence support for Ukraine before Trump’s...
US envoy expected in Beirut on Tuesday for ceasefire talks
World powers say a Lebanon ceasefire must be based on UN Security Council Resolution 1701 which ended a 2006 war between Hezbollah and Israel
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G20 leaders to grapple with climate, taxes, Trump comeback
UN chief has called onG20 members, who account for 80 percent of global emissions, to show “leadership and compromise” to facilitate a deal
At the last G20...
Bank of Japan chief signals further rate hikes to support economic growth
The Bank of Japan will continue to raise its policy rate if the economy and prices move in line with expectations, Governor Kazuo Ueda said Monday, noting that such an adjustment will...