Russia proposes 5% tax on gambling stakes and higher VAT
The Russian Finance Ministry has unveiled a draft budget plan that introduces a new gambling tax and increases the standard […]
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Eurasian Economic Union expands Iran ties to counter West
The Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) and Iran are strengthening their economic ties following the signing of a free trade agreement
Russians spend record $5.46 billion on foreign holidays
Russians have spent a record amount of money on foreign holidays this year, with a significant outlay of $5.46 billion
Hungary rejects EU pressure to cut Russian oil imports
Hungarian Foreign Minister Peter Szijjarto has stated that his country will continue to import Russian oil and gas, despite pressure
Charlie Kirk inspired Christians says Russian Orthodox cleric
A Russian Orthodox Church cleric has paid tribute to Charlie Kirk, a US conservative activist who was assassinated earlier this
MI6 launches dark web spy recruitment portal targeting Russia
The UK’s Secret Intelligence Service, MI6, has launched a portal on the dark web to attract potential spies in foreign
Russian pumpkin smashes record at 969 kilos
A Russian farmer has set a new national record by growing a pumpkin that weighs 969 kilos, the heaviest ever
NATO should shoot down Russian warplanes says Lithuania
Lithuanian Defense Minister Dovile Sakaliene has suggested that NATO should target Russian military aircraft, citing the example of Türkiye’s actions
EU sanctions Russia with 19th package targeting energy sector
The European Commission has introduced its 19th package of restrictions against Russia, which requires unanimous approval from all 27 EU
Poland blocks China EU rail freight over Belarus military drills
Poland’s decision to close its border with Belarus has significantly disrupted a crucial rail freight corridor between China and the